Gibson County Arrest Records
Gibson County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Princeton, Indiana. The county runs an online inmate lookup tool that shows current bookings with charges and bond amounts. You can also search for Gibson County arrest records through state databases like MyCase and the Indiana Jail Public Portal. If you need older records or copies of case files, the sheriff's office takes requests by phone during business hours. This page covers how to search for arrest records in Gibson County and what tools are free to use.
Gibson County Arrest Records Quick Facts
Gibson County Sheriff's Office
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office handles all arrest records for the county. Sheriff Bruce Vanoven leads the department. The main office is at 119 E Brumfield Ave in Princeton, IN 47670. You can call them at 812-385-3496 for questions about records or current cases. Office hours run Monday through Friday, with most days from 7am to 4pm. On Wednesdays, the office stays open until 6pm. The fax number is 812-385-2814 if you need to send a written request for arrest records in Gibson County.
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office runs a website that links to jail data, inmate lookups, and booking information. Below is the main page for the sheriff's office.
From this page you can reach the jail info section and the inmate search tool for Gibson County.
If you want to check arrest records in person, go to the sheriff's office in Princeton. Bring a valid photo ID. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, you have the right to view public records at no charge. The agency can only charge for copies. Call first to make sure the records you need are on file at the sheriff's office and not held by the court clerk.
Arrest Records and Jail Search
Gibson County has an online inmate lookup that shows who is in the jail right now. The database lists each person's name, age, booking date, charges, and bond amount. You can find it at gibsoncountysheriff.com/inmate-lookup. The tool is free. No account is needed. Results update as new bookings come in and people get released. This is the fastest way to check on a recent arrest in Gibson County without calling the jail.
The Gibson County jail page gives details on the facility and how it runs. Below is a look at that page.
The Gibson County Jail is one of only 10 jails in Indiana that holds accreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care. The facility runs over 100 video cameras around the clock. All doors and lights are controlled from a central communications center. The jail has been tobacco-free since October 1997.
For state-level searches, you can use the Indiana Jail Public Portal to search for inmates across all participating county jails. Pick Gibson County from the list and search by name or date of birth. The MyCase portal covers court cases in Gibson County as well. It shows charges, case status, and hearing dates at no cost.
Note: The inmate lookup only shows people who are in the Gibson County Jail right now, not past bookings or released inmates.
Gibson County Bond Information
Bond can be paid at the Gibson County Jail 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Go to the jail lobby at 119 E Brumfield Ave and press the silver intercom button. The jail takes cash (exact change only) or credit cards for bond payments. Online bond payments are also available through GovPay using location code 1020 for bond and bail or 1332 for tax warrants. The online credit card max is $2,500 per transaction.
Below is the GovPay portal used for online bond payments in Gibson County.
You will need the person's full name and case details to make a payment through the online system.
Gibson County sets bond based on the charge level. Class D felonies carry a $7,500 bond with a $750 cash option. Class A misdemeanors are set at $6,500. Class B misdemeanors sit at $5,500. Class C misdemeanors are $4,500. If the person who was arrested has an out-of-state address, the bond amount doubles. That is a big jump. Check with the jail to confirm the exact amount before you try to pay.
Note: Bond amounts can change based on the judge's order, so always confirm with the Gibson County Jail at 812-385-2018 before making a payment.
How to Get Arrest Records in Gibson County
There are a few ways to get arrest records from Gibson County. For current jail data, use the online inmate lookup. For court case records tied to an arrest, search MyCase by the person's name. For a full criminal history check in Indiana, use the Indiana State Police criminal history service at $15 per search. Each tool covers a different part of the arrest record picture.
Under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3), you can ask to see arrest records held by government agencies. The law says agencies must respond to verbal or in-person requests within 24 hours. Written requests get a response within 7 days. You can view records for free. Copies cost a small fee that varies by agency. If the Gibson County Sheriff's Office denies your request, they must give you the legal reason in writing.
Some arrest records in Gibson County may be sealed. Indiana Code 35-38-9 covers the rules for expungement. If a case was dismissed or the person was found not guilty, those records may get sealed after a petition is filed in court. Once sealed, they no longer show up in public searches. Not all records qualify. Serious violent felonies and certain sex offenses cannot be expunged under state law.
Gibson County Jail Details
The Gibson County Jail sits at the same address as the sheriff's office. The jail admin line is 812-385-2018. This is the number to call if you need to ask about a person's booking status or charges. All visits at the Gibson County Jail are done through video chat using the inmatesales.com platform. There are no in-person visits. You need a device with a camera, speaker, and high-speed internet. Schedule your visit at least 24 hours ahead of time.
The jail is staffed by two commanders, Amanda Loesch and Andrea Shell. Medical care comes from Dr. Quentin Emerson and nursing staff from Quality Correctional Care. Attorney visits happen Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. The jail runs a tight operation with all activity tracked through a centralized control system. If you need records about a booking or release at the Gibson County Jail, call during regular hours or check the online inmate lookup first.
Nearby Counties
Arrest records in counties near Gibson County can be found through the links below. Each county sheriff runs its own jail and keeps its own booking records.