Terre Haute Arrest Records
Terre Haute arrest records can be accessed through the Terre Haute Police Department and the Vigo County Sheriff's Department. With a population of about 60,000, Terre Haute is the county seat of Vigo County in western Indiana. The THPD Records Unit handles police report requests, and the Vigo County jail processes all bookings for the area. You can search court records online, request copies of reports in person, and check current inmates through the state jail portal. Indiana Code 5-14-3 governs how public records are released.
Terre Haute Quick Facts
Terre Haute Police Records Unit
The Terre Haute Police Department is an ILEAC accredited police department staffed by 133 full-time sworn officers. The department is located at 1211 Wabash Avenue, Terre Haute, IN 47807. Phone: (812) 238-1661. Email: police@terrehaute.in.gov. The mission of the THPD is to protect and serve the community with integrity, professionalism, and respect.
The Records Unit handles all requests for police reports and public records. You can reach them at 812-244-2560 or email Records@TerreHaute.IN.Gov. The unit processes requests for police reports, releases information as permitted by law or court order, and assists the community with records-related needs.
The THPD Records Unit page is shown below.
This page explains how to request reports and what fees apply.
Copies of reports and vehicle crash reports can be obtained through the Records Division. The fee schedule is:
- Accident Reports: $12 (also available at buycrash.com)
- Incident Reports: $0.10 per page
- Photos: Additional $5 for disk
The division accepts cash, money orders, and credit or debit cards. No personal checks are accepted. Reports will not be faxed. Call for information on having reports mailed to you.
Note: All formal public information requests, including body camera footage, must go through the City of Terre Haute Legal Department at legal@terrehaute.in.gov.
Vigo County Terre Haute Jail Records
The Vigo County Sheriff's Department runs the county jail at 1919 Hunt Road, Terre Haute, IN 47805. The jail administration can be reached at 812-462-3414. Booking records are public and include the person's name, charges, bond information, and booking date.
The Terre Haute City Clerk's Office at 17 Harding Avenue, Terre Haute, IN 47807 manages some city records. Phone: (812) 232-3375. Email: Clerk@terrehaute.in.gov. The INjail portal lets you search current inmates in the Vigo County jail.
Terre Haute Court Records Search
Criminal cases from Terre Haute arrests are filed in Vigo County Superior Court. Search for free on MyCase. Enter a name or case number to find charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. No account is needed. Court records show the full timeline from the initial filing through sentencing or dismissal.
The ISP criminal history service runs statewide checks for $15 per name. Results include felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests reported to the state. The Indiana Courts website links to local court contacts for Vigo County and every other county. The Indiana DOC offender locator tracks people sentenced to state prison.
Under Indiana Code 35-38-9, some Terre Haute arrest records can be sealed through expungement. If arrested but not charged, you may petition after one year. Some misdemeanor convictions qualify after five years, and certain felonies after eight years. The petition goes to the Vigo County court. The Vigo County Public Library at 1 Library Square, Terre Haute, IN 47807 also provides access to government documents and public records resources. Call (812) 232-2055 for library assistance. Not every case qualifies for expungement. Contact an attorney or the Vigo County court clerk for guidance.
Vigo County Records
Terre Haute is the county seat of Vigo County. All arrests feed into the county court and jail systems.