Indiana Arrest Records
Indiana arrest records are held by sheriff offices, police departments, and state agencies across all 92 counties. These records show jail bookings, criminal charges, and court case data. You can search them through several free and paid tools online. The Indiana State Police runs a criminal history check that covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests statewide. County jails post inmate rosters on their own sites. The MyCase court portal lets you look up criminal cases filed in any Indiana court at no cost. Whether you need a specific booking record or want to check on a pending case, Indiana provides multiple ways to search arrest records from home or in person.
Indiana Arrest Records Quick Facts
Search Indiana Arrest Records Online
Several state databases give you access to arrest records in Indiana. The fastest way to check is through the Indiana State Police criminal history service. This tool covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests from across Indiana. A search costs $15 per name. You set up an account, run the check, and get results that show arrests made in Indiana only. Results depend on how well each county has reported its data to the state system. For the most current booking info, you may still need to call the local sheriff office where the arrest took place.
The ISP criminal history portal is the main state tool for running a name-based arrest check in Indiana. Below is the search page for this service.
Credit card users pay $15.70 per search. Subscribers pay $15.00 flat. Results come back fast for most checks in Indiana.
Indiana also runs MyCase, a free court records search that covers every trial court in the state. You can look up criminal cases by name or case number. The site shows the case type, filing date, charges, and status. It costs nothing to search. Some documents are free to view on the site as well. For sealed or restricted cases, contact the clerk of court in that county. MyCase is one of the best free tools for finding arrest records tied to court cases in Indiana because it pulls data from all 92 counties into one search.
The MyCase portal is free and open to anyone who wants to search Indiana court records. Here is what the main page looks like.
You can search by first name, last name, or case number. No account is needed to run a search.
Indiana State Police Services
The Indiana State Police is the main state agency that handles criminal history checks and crime data. Their criminal history service lets you search for a person's arrest record in Indiana. Only felonies and Class A misdemeanors show up. Minor misdemeanor arrests and out-of-state records are not included. You can also mail a request if you prefer not to use the online tool. Walk-in service is not offered for criminal history checks. The state police collect records from all counties that report to them, but not all counties report at the same rate. Some arrest records may take time to appear in the state system.
The Indiana State Police homepage links to their record services and crime data tools. Below is their main site.
ISP also handles public records requests. You can email ISPInternalInvestigations@isp.IN.gov or call 317-232-8248 for help.
All Indiana law enforcement agencies report crime data to the FBI under the National Incident-Based Reporting System. The ISP manages this through their NIBRS program. This system tracks all reported crimes and arrests by agency across Indiana. It helps the state see crime trends and ensures arrest data moves from local agencies to state databases. While the NIBRS data itself is not a public search tool, it shapes how arrest records are collected and stored at the state level in Indiana.
Note: ISP criminal history results only cover Indiana arrests and may not include records from all 92 counties.
Court Case Lookup in Indiana
The Indiana court system handles criminal cases at the county level. Each county has at least one court that processes charges tied to arrests. When someone is arrested and charged, the case goes to the local circuit or superior court. Court records show the charges, hearing dates, plea, and final outcome. These records are public in most cases. The Indiana Judicial Branch public records page explains what is available and how to request copies. Court records are a key source for arrest information in Indiana because they show what happened after the initial booking.
The Indiana Courts website is the starting point for finding court information across the state. Below is the homepage.
From here you can find local court contacts, rules, and forms for any county in Indiana.
Each county court has its own clerk who handles record requests. Some clerks charge per page for copies. Others offer free access to view records in person. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, you have the right to inspect public records at no cost. Agencies can only charge for copies, not for viewing. If you want certified copies of court documents tied to an arrest in Indiana, call the clerk ahead of time to ask about current fees and what form of payment they take.
The Judicial Branch public records page lists access rules and how to make formal requests to Indiana courts.
This page covers exemptions, request procedures, and contact info for court clerks across the state.
Jail Inmate Search in Indiana
County jails are where arrest records start. When someone gets booked into a jail in Indiana, that booking creates a record. Many sheriff offices post current inmate rosters on their websites. These rosters show the person's name, charges, booking date, and bond amount. The Indiana Jail Public Portal lets you search inmates across multiple county jails at once. You can filter by last name, first name, date of birth, or county. Not every county is on this system yet, so you may still need to check with the local sheriff for some areas. The portal is free to use and does not require an account.
The INjail portal covers current inmates across Indiana county jails. Here is what the search page looks like.
This is one of the fastest ways to check if someone is currently in jail in Indiana.
The Indiana Department of Correction runs the offender locator for people in state prison. This is separate from county jail rosters. The DOC tool covers people who have been sentenced and moved to a state facility. You search by name or DOC number. Results show the person's location, sentence dates, and earliest possible release date. If someone was arrested, convicted, and sent to state prison in Indiana, this is where you find their current status.
The Indiana DOC offender search tracks people held in state correctional facilities across Indiana.
The DOC database is separate from county jails and only covers state prison inmates.
Note: County jail rosters change daily as people are booked in and released from custody in Indiana.
Arrest Records Under Indiana Law
Indiana law gives the public a right to access many government records. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act sets the rules for how agencies handle requests. This law says any person can ask to see or copy public records held by state and local agencies. That includes police departments and sheriff offices. Agencies must respond to in-person or verbal requests within 24 hours. Written requests by email, fax, or mail get a response within 7 days. Agencies can charge for copies but cannot charge you just to view a record. If a request is denied, the agency must state the legal basis for the denial in writing. You can contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at 317-234-0906 if you believe a denial was improper.
Some arrest records can be sealed through expungement. Indiana Code 35-38-9 covers the rules for sealing certain arrests and convictions. If a case was dismissed or the person was found not guilty, they may qualify. Certain misdemeanors and some felonies also qualify after a waiting period. Once sealed, those records no longer show up in standard public searches. Law enforcement and some agencies can still see them, but the general public cannot. The process starts by filing a petition in the court where the case was heard.
Not every record can be expunged. Serious violent felonies and certain sex offenses have limits under Indiana law. The court looks at factors like how much time has passed, the severity of the crime, and whether the person has new charges. Each case is different.
Note: Talk to a lawyer or contact the court where the case was filed for details on expungement eligibility in Indiana.
Request Indiana Arrest Records
You can request arrest records from several places in Indiana. For police reports, contact the department that made the arrest. For jail booking records, call or visit the county sheriff office. For court records, go through the clerk of court in the county where the case was filed. Many agencies take requests in person, by mail, or through online portals. Under Indiana's APRA law, agencies cannot charge you to view a record. Copies cost a small fee, usually a few cents per page, though some agencies charge more for certified copies. Call ahead to check payment methods. Some take credit cards while others need cash or a money order. Bring valid photo ID if you go in person.
Crime victims can use the VINE notification system to track when someone is released from jail in Indiana. Below is the VINE portal.
VINE sends alerts by phone, email, or text when a person's custody status changes. The service is free to use.
When you submit a request for arrest records in Indiana, include as much detail as you can. A complete request helps the agency find the right record faster. Good requests include:
- Full name of the person
- Date of birth if known
- Date or time frame of the arrest
- Name of the arresting agency
- Case number if you have one
The Indiana Sheriffs' Association website lists contact info for every county sheriff in the state. This is a good place to start if you are not sure which office to call for arrest records in a specific county. Most sheriff offices post their phone number, address, and hours on their own site as well.
Note: Fees for copies vary by agency across Indiana, so confirm the cost before you submit your request.
Indiana Arrest Records by County
Each of the 92 counties in Indiana has a sheriff office that handles jail bookings and arrest records. Pick a county below to find local resources, inmate search tools, and contact info for that area.
Arrest Records in Indiana Cities
Residents of major Indiana cities can search for arrest records through their local police department or county sheriff office. Pick a city below to find specific arrest record resources for that area.