Fulton County Arrest Records Search
Fulton County arrest records are managed by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office in Rochester. The county has about 20,000 residents and sits in north-central Indiana. The sheriff's office runs the county jail, handles patrol, and processes records requests. Fulton County stands out from many small Indiana counties because it has an online inmate roster that the public can access. Court cases go through the Fulton Circuit Court.
Fulton County Quick Facts
Fulton County Sheriff and Jail
The Fulton County Sheriff's Office handles all county-level law enforcement from its base in Rochester. The office operates the Fulton County Jail, patrols rural areas, and processes booking records. Every person arrested by county deputies or by the Rochester Police Department goes through the county jail for booking. The record created includes the person's name, date of birth, charges, bond amount, and booking date. These records are public under Indiana Code 5-14-3.
The Fulton County Jail Division page has information about jail operations and policies.
The jail division page includes contact details, visiting hours, and links to the inmate roster.
What makes Fulton County different from many small Indiana counties is that it maintains an online inmate roster. You can check who is currently in the jail without calling or visiting in person. The roster shows names, charges, and booking dates for people currently held.
The Fulton County inmate roster is available on the R2M system.
Visit the inmate roster to search for current inmates in Fulton County.
For historical arrest records or records that are not on the current roster, contact the sheriff's office directly. In-person, phone, and written requests are all accepted. The office in Rochester is the place to go for any records that are not available online.
Note: The online roster only shows current inmates. Once someone is released, they drop off the roster. For past booking records, you need to contact the sheriff directly.
Fulton County Court Records
Criminal cases arising from Fulton County arrests are filed in the Fulton Circuit Court in Rochester. The court clerk manages all case files and processes requests for copies. After an arrest, the prosecutor decides whether to file charges. If charges go forward, a court case is created.
Search Fulton County court records for free using MyCase.
Enter a name or case number to find charges, hearing dates, and outcomes for Fulton County cases.
Court records go deeper than booking data. They track the entire case lifecycle from filing through resolution. If someone was arrested in Fulton County and the case was dropped, that shows in the court record. If they pleaded guilty or went to trial, the outcome is documented. For anyone researching a specific arrest, the combination of the jail booking record and the court record gives you the full story.
The Fulton County Clerk's Office can provide copies of court documents for a fee. Visit the courthouse in Rochester or call ahead to check on specific records.
Statewide Records Search
The Indiana State Police runs a criminal history check covering all Indiana counties, including Fulton. The cost is $15 per name. Results include felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests on file with the state repository. This is useful if you need to look beyond just Fulton County.
The ISP Criminal History Services page is your starting point for a statewide search.
Register an account, submit the person's name, and pay $15.70 by credit card.
Additional state tools that can help with Fulton County arrest records:
- MyCase for court records statewide
- INjail for current jail inmates across Indiana
- Indiana DOC offender locator for people in state prison
Fulton County is surrounded by other small counties in north-central Indiana. People in this area often have ties to multiple counties, so the statewide ISP check can be valuable for getting a complete picture.
Note: The ISP check may not include every arrest, especially minor misdemeanors or very old records from small counties.
Fulton County Expungement
Indiana Code 35-38-9 allows people with certain arrest or conviction records to petition for expungement. In Fulton County, the petition is filed in the Fulton Circuit Court. Arrests without conviction can be sealed after one year. Misdemeanor convictions generally qualify after five years. Some felony convictions may be eligible after longer waiting periods depending on the offense.
Your petition must include case details, your criminal history since the incident, and why you believe you qualify. The prosecutor can object, and the judge decides. Filing fees apply but can be waived. Once granted, sealed records no longer appear in public searches on MyCase, the inmate roster, or ISP background checks.
For legal help with expungement in the Rochester area, contact Indiana Legal Services or the Indiana State Bar lawyer referral service. Some private attorneys in north-central Indiana handle expungement petitions for a flat fee.
Cities in Fulton County
Fulton County has no cities over the 25,000 population threshold. Rochester is the county seat and largest community with about 6,000 residents. Other towns include Akron and Kewanna. All arrest records for these areas are handled by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office and the circuit court in Rochester.