LaGrange County, Indiana Court Records

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    LaGrange County maintains an extensive collection of official court records covering the full spectrum of civil, criminal, family, and probate proceedings. These records — formally referred to as case records — document every significant event in a court proceeding, including motions, orders, transcripts, pleadings, summonses, affidavits, exhibits, and judgments. The LaGrange County Clerk's Office is the first point of contact for most public records requests.

    Indiana residents and out-of-state requesters can locate publicly available court case information through official court clerk offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, and online tools. The state courts website at IndianaStateCourts.us can help direct users toward publicly available court case data across Indiana's counties, including LaGrange County. Case information may also be found through the Indiana Judicial Branch, the county's official website, and free online case search portals operated by the court system itself.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in LaGrange County?

    LaGrange County court records are accessible online, in person, and by mail. The right method depends on how much detail you need and whether you require certified copies.

    Online Case Search

    The fastest option for most people is the Indiana MyCase portal, an official statewide case search system maintained by the Office of Judicial Administration. Remote access to publicly available case information through MyCase is free under Administrative Rule 9(E). You can search by a party's last name or by case number to locate filings, hearing dates, and case dispositions in LaGrange County's Circuit and Superior Courts.

    In-Person Requests

    If you need certified copies or want to review physical case files, visit or contact the LaGrange County Clerk's Office at the courthouse:

    LaGrange County Clerk's Office
    Address: 105 North Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761
    Phone: (260) 499-6372
    Fax: (260) 499-6403
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Mail Requests

    Court records can also be requested by mail. Complete the Request for Copies of a Court Record Form and submit it to the Clerk's Office with the applicable fee. Money orders are accepted for mail requests; cash cannot be submitted by mail.

    Fee Schedule

    Under IC 33-37-5-1 and IC 33-37-5-3, the copy fees collected by the Clerk are:

    • Plain copies: $1.00 per page
    • Certified copies: $1.00 per page, plus a $3.00 certification fee per document
    • Debit/credit card payments: A 3% convenience fee applies, with a minimum of $1.50

    If the records are intended for legal use — such as court proceedings, employment applications, or Social Security matters — ask specifically for certified copies.

    Are Court Records Public in LaGrange County?

    Indiana operates under a presumption of openness for court records. Generally, any member of the public may inspect and obtain copies of court records unless a specific exemption applies. This framework draws from two sources: Indiana Code 5-14-3, commonly known as the Access to Public Records Act (APRA), and the Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records, adopted by the Indiana Supreme Court to create unified access standards for the judicial branch.

    Certain records are excluded from public access regardless of who is asking. In LaGrange County, the following categories are nonpublic or restricted:

    • Records deemed confidential by another Indiana statute, federal law, or court rule
    • Records sealed by a court order in a specific case
    • Juvenile delinquency and child in need of services (CHINS) proceeding records
    • Mental health treatment records
    • Drug or substance abuse program records
    • Pre-sentence investigation reports prepared for sentencing hearings
    • Adoption records and related proceedings
    • Custody evaluation reports submitted in family court matters
    • Complete Social Security Numbers of living individuals appearing in any document

    Indiana courts also maintain a separate category called Court Administrative Records — documents covering the internal management of the judicial branch, such as budget records, jury pool lists, local court rules, and statistical reports, rather than individual cases. These administrative records are generally public but are a distinct category from case records.

    Individuals who believe they are entitled to access a confidential record under Administrative Rule 9(B) must present a valid photo ID when picking up those documents and must be prepared to demonstrate their legal basis for access.

    LaGrange County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal court records in LaGrange County originate from prosecutions filed in either the Circuit Court or the Superior Court, both located at the LaGrange County Courthouse. These records document the formal progression of a criminal case — charging documents, motions, pleas, sentencing orders, and any appeals. They are distinct from broader criminal history records, which are compiled by law enforcement agencies across multiple jurisdictions.

    LaGrange County Circuit Court
    Address: 105 North Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761
    Phone: (260) 499-6358
    Fax: (260) 499-6448
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    LaGrange County Superior Court
    Address: 105 North Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761
    Phone: (260) 499-6363
    Fax: (260) 499-6403
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    To search criminal case filings, use the Indiana MyCase portal. For comprehensive criminal history background checks that go beyond individual court cases and cover statewide arrest history, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History (LCH) Search is the appropriate resource. The LCH report covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests statewide and is available to the general public through the ISP Criminal History Services portal. As of late 2025, the fee for a non-subscriber LCH search was approximately $15.70.

    Arrest records maintained locally — such as booking records and jail rosters — are held by the LaGrange County Sheriff's Office at:

    LaGrange County Sheriff's Office
    Address: 0875 S State Road 9, LaGrange, IN 46761
    Phone: (260) 463-7491
    Fax: (260) 463-8130
    Administrative Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Jail: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

    LaGrange County Civil Court Records

    Civil court records in LaGrange County document disputes between private parties — individuals, businesses, and organizations — and are maintained by the LaGrange County Clerk. Both the Circuit Court and Superior Court handle civil matters, including general civil litigation, contract disputes, and monetary claims.

    Small Claims Court

    The LaGrange County Superior Court operates a small claims docket for lower-value civil disputes. Effective July 1, 2021, the maximum claim amount in Indiana small claims court was raised to $10,000. Small claims procedures are streamlined and designed to be accessible without an attorney. Filing fees and procedural guidelines are available directly from the Clerk's Office or on the Superior Court's small claims page.

    Requesting Civil Court Records

    To request copies of civil case records:

    1. Complete the Request for Copies of a Court Record Form.
    2. Submit the completed form to the LaGrange County Clerk's Office in person or by mail.
    3. Include the applicable fee: $1.00 per page for plain copies, plus $3.00 per document for certification.
    4. Allow processing time for mail requests.

    Alternatively, many civil case records are searchable at no cost through the Indiana MyCase portal by party name or case number. Self-help legal forms for civil matters are also available through the Clerk's Office and on the Indiana Self-Service Legal Center, which offers standardized forms approved for use in Indiana courts.

    Both courts operate under jointly adopted LaGrange County Local Court Rules, which govern procedural requirements for all LaGrange County civil filings, including deadlines, motion practice, and case management procedures.

    LaGrange County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in LaGrange County — including dissolution of marriage, child custody, child support, paternity, domestic violence, and adoption — are heard in the Circuit and Superior Courts. The records produced by these proceedings are maintained by the LaGrange County Clerk.

    Divorce Records

    Dissolution of marriage cases are filed as civil proceedings and are generally accessible to the public, although individual documents within a case file may be restricted by court order. Divorce records can be requested from the Clerk's Office using the Request for Copies of a Court Record Form, or searched online via the Indiana MyCase portal using the case party's name or case number.

    Marriage Records

    Marriage records are issued and maintained by the Clerk's Office. Copies cost $1.00 per plain copy and $3.00 per certified copy. Download, complete, and submit the Request for Copies of Marriage License Form by mail to the Clerk at 105 North Detroit Street, LaGrange, IN 46761, or bring it in person during office hours. Payment by debit or credit card incurs a 3% or minimum $1.50 convenience fee. Mail requests must use money orders or checks; cash is not accepted by mail.

    Marriage records are also searchable online through the Indiana Courts Marriage License Public Lookup, which includes records going back to 1993, and through the Indiana State Library's online indexes covering marriages through 1850 and from 1958 through 2022.

    Child Support

    Child support matters in LaGrange County are coordinated through the Clerk's Office. For case-specific questions, the child support division can be reached at (260) 499-6372 during regular office hours. Additional information is available through the county's Child Support Office page.

    Restricted Family Court Records

    Adoption records, custody evaluation reports, and most juvenile proceeding records are excluded from public access in LaGrange County under the Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records. Parties with a legal interest in these restricted records may petition the court for access under the applicable procedures.

    LaGrange County Probate Court Records

    Probate proceedings in LaGrange County are handled by the Circuit Court, which serves as the county's probate court. These proceedings cover the administration of deceased individuals' estates, the appointment and supervision of personal representatives, guardianship matters for incapacitated adults and minors, mental health hearings, and the validation and execution of wills.

    Probate case records are maintained by the LaGrange County Clerk and date back to 1832, making them a valuable resource for genealogical research as well as legal proceedings. You can request these records through two main methods:

    • In person or by mail: Submit the Request for Copies of a Court Record Form to the Clerk's Office with the applicable fee of $1.00 per page, plus $3.00 per document for a certified copy.
    • Online: Search probate case filings at no cost through the Indiana MyCase portal by entering the decedent's name or an assigned case number.

    Individuals conducting genealogical research may also find probate and estate records indexed at FamilySearch, which covers LaGrange County records reaching back to the county's early settlement period, and through the LaGrange County Public Library's genealogy resources.

    For property records connected to estate settlements — including deeds, liens, and recorded transfers — the LaGrange County Recorder's Office at 114 West Michigan Street, LaGrange, IN 46761 (Phone: (260) 499-6320) maintains land and real estate records and can be contacted during regular business hours for copy requests. The Recorder's Office also provides access to online property search services through its website partners.