Indianapolis Arrest Records
Indianapolis arrest records are available through several local and state sources. As the largest city in Indiana, Indianapolis generates tens of thousands of arrest records each year through the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) and the Marion County Sheriff's Office. Whether you need a copy of an incident report, want to look up someone in the county jail, or need to check court filings tied to an arrest, there are online tools and in-person options that make the search process straightforward. Public records requests in Indianapolis follow Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, which sets clear rules on response times and fees.
Indianapolis Quick Facts
IMPD Indianapolis Arrest Reports
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department handles all arrest reports within the city. IMPD is based at 50 N. Alabama St., Indianapolis, IN 46204. The department is committed to public safety and transparency across the city. If you need a copy of an arrest-related incident report, you can request one in person at Room E100 of the City-County Building. You can also mail your request to the same address with a self-addressed stamped envelope. Paper copies of incident reports cost $5 each. Be as specific as you can when you file a request. Include the date, time, location, and type of incident. If you have the case number or Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) number, that helps speed things up.
The IMPD website provides details on the department's services and how to reach them. Below is a look at the IMPD homepage.
The site links to records request tools and other public safety resources for Indianapolis residents.
You can also request arrest records and other public records through the city's online portal. The incident report request page explains how to get copies and what info you need to provide. Under Indiana law, agencies must respond to verbal or in-person requests within 24 hours. They must respond to written requests within seven days. City-county records cost just 4 cents per page for copies, and there is no fee simply to view a record. Agencies cannot charge you for labor, overhead, or search time.
Here is the incident report request page from the city website.
This page walks you through the request process step by step.
Note: If you do not receive a response within the required time frame, your request is considered denied under Indiana Code 5-14-3.
Marion County Jail Search
The Marion County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail at 695 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203. You can reach them at 317-327-1700 or by email at Contact.MCSO@indy.gov. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The sheriff's office processes bookings for arrests made across Indianapolis and Marion County. Each booking record contains the person's name, charges, bond details, and booking date.
The Indy.gov jail search tool lets you look up people who are currently held in the Marion County jail. You can search by full name, date of birth, booking number, permanent number, state or county ID, or FBI/ICE number. The tool is free to use and does not require an account. Keep in mind that no records will be mailed for inmate searches. You need to print or save results at the time you look them up.
Below is the jail search page on the Indy.gov website.
The tool updates as bookings and releases happen, though there may be slight delays.
Indianapolis Public Records Requests
Beyond incident reports and jail searches, you can request a wide range of public records tied to arrests in Indianapolis. The city's public records request portal handles requests for 911 response logs, CAD files, body-worn camera footage, and other materials. You can request to view or make copies of records online, in writing, in person, or by phone. The process follows Indiana Code 5-14-3, which covers all public record access in the state.
The records request portal is shown below.
This tool handles requests for many types of city and county records in Indianapolis.
If an agency denies your request, the written denial must cite the specific statute that supports the decision. It must also name the official responsible for the denial. You can contact the Marion County Public Access Counselor at 317-327-4055 if you believe a denial is wrong. The state public access counselor can also help at 317-234-0906.
Note: Payment is required in advance for copies of records in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Court Records Search
Criminal cases from Indianapolis arrests are filed in Marion County courts. The Marion County Clerk's Office at 200 E. Washington St. handles all court filings. You can search court records for free on MyCase, the state court records portal. Enter a name or case number to pull up charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. The tool is free and does not need an account.
Below is the Marion County Clerk's Office page.
The clerk's office manages filings for civil, criminal, and traffic cases across Indianapolis.
Court records give you more detail than a basic booking log. They track the full timeline of a criminal case from the first filing to sentencing or dismissal. If charges were filed after an arrest in Indianapolis, the record will show up in MyCase once the clerk enters it. New filings may take a day or two to appear in the system.
Statewide Indianapolis Arrest Checks
The Indiana State Police criminal history service covers arrests statewide, including Indianapolis. A search costs $15 per name for subscribers or $15.70 by credit card. Results include felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests reported to the state. This is the best option if you need a formal criminal history check rather than a single incident report.
You can also check the INjail portal to search current inmates across Indiana county jails. Select Marion County to see who is currently held. The portal updates regularly but may not reflect the most recent bookings or releases.
Under Indiana Code 35-38-9, some arrest and conviction records can be sealed through expungement. If you were arrested in Indianapolis but never charged, you may file a petition after one year. Misdemeanor convictions may qualify after five years, and certain felonies after eight years. The filing fee is around $157. Not every case qualifies. Talk to an attorney or the Marion County court clerk for guidance.
Note: ISP results depend on how well each county reports data to the state, though Marion County reports consistently given its size.
Marion County Arrest Records
Indianapolis is the county seat of Marion County. All arrest records generated within the city feed into the Marion County court and jail systems. For county-level resources, including the sheriff's office, jail operations, and the county clerk, visit the full Marion County arrest records page.