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Warrick County Court Records

What Is Warrick County Court Records

Court records in Warrick County encompass the full body of official documentation generated by judicial proceedings within the county's court system. These records are created, maintained, and preserved by the courts and their clerks as part of the official administration of justice. Court records are distinct from other categories of public records — such as property records maintained by the County Assessor or vital records held by the Indiana Department of Health — in that they document the actions, decisions, and proceedings of the judicial branch specifically.

The following document types constitute court records in Warrick County:

Case files — the complete collection of documents associated with a single legal matter
Docket sheets — chronological logs of all filings and court actions in a case
Pleadings and motions — formal written submissions by parties to a case
Orders and judgments — official rulings issued by a judge
Transcripts — verbatim written records of court proceedings
Exhibits — physical or documentary evidence admitted during hearings or trials
Sentencing records — documentation of criminal penalties imposed by the court
Warrants and summonses — court-issued legal process documents

Courts in Warrick County that maintain official records include the Warrick Circuit Court, Warrick Superior Courts (Courts 1, 2, 3, and 4), and the Warrick County Small Claims Court. These courts collectively handle civil, criminal, family, probate, traffic, and juvenile matters. Under Indiana Code § 5-14-3, public agencies — including courts — are required to make records available to members of the public in accordance with the Access to Public Records Act. The Warrick County court system serves as the primary institutional custodian of these records at the local level.

Are Court Records Public In Warrick County

Court records in Warrick County are presumptively open to the public under Indiana law. The Access to Public Records Act (APRA), Indiana Code § 5-14-3, establishes that any person has the right to inspect and copy public records of any public agency, including judicial bodies, subject to specific statutory exceptions. This presumption of openness reflects Indiana's commitment to government transparency and judicial accountability.

The following categories of court records are generally available for public inspection:

Most civil case files, including complaints, answers, and supporting documents
Criminal case files following the filing of formal charges
Judgments and court orders in all case types
Docket sheets reflecting the procedural history of a case
Hearing schedules and calendars
Probate filings, including wills admitted to probate and estate inventories
Traffic case dispositions and fine records

Members of the public should note that federal court records — maintained by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana — are governed by federal rules and accessed through the PACER system, which is separate from Indiana's state court access framework. State court records in Warrick County are governed by Indiana Supreme Court rules, including Rule 5 of the Indiana Rules for Access to Court Records, which enumerates specific categories of records excluded from public access. These exclusions include adoption records, juvenile delinquency records, mental health commitment records, and certain victim information. The Indiana Judicial Branch's public records guidance provides additional detail on the scope of access rights under current law.

How To Find Court Records in Warrick County in 2026

Members of the public seeking court records in Warrick County may access them through several official channels. The process varies depending on whether the requester seeks records in person, by mail, or through an online portal.

In-Person Requests:

Visit the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts office, located at 107 W. Locust Street, Suite 202, Boonville, IN 47601, during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
Provide the case number, party name, or other identifying information to the clerk.
Review available records at the public counter; request certified or uncertified copies as needed.
Pay applicable copy fees at the time of the request.

By Mail:

Submit a written request to the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts identifying the specific records sought.
Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment for copy fees if copies are requested.
Allow additional processing time for mailed requests.

Online:

Members of the public may search for case information through the MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search portal, which provides free access to publicly available case information statewide, including Warrick County cases. The Clerk of the Courts serves as the official custodian of court records and can assist with requests that cannot be fulfilled through online tools.

How To Look Up Court Records in Warrick County Online?

The primary online portal for accessing Warrick County court records is the Indiana Judicial Branch's MyCase system. This statewide platform aggregates publicly available case information from all Indiana trial courts, including those in Warrick County.

MyCase Portal — Search Steps:

Navigate to MyCase: Indiana Courts Case Search.
Select the search type: by party name, case number, or attorney.
Enter the relevant search criteria and select "Warrick" as the county if filtering by jurisdiction.
Review the list of matching cases and select the appropriate case to view docket entries, party information, and case status.
Note that official certified copies of records must be obtained directly from the court; MyCase provides informational access only.

MyCase currently includes civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic case information for Warrick County courts. Certain record types excluded under Rule 5 of the Indiana Rules for Access to Court Records are not displayed in the portal. For guidance on navigating the system, the Indiana Judicial Branch's MyCase search help page provides step-by-step instructions and explanations of available search fields.

How To Search Warrick County Court Records for Free?

Indiana law guarantees members of the public the right to inspect court records at no charge. Under Indiana Code § 5-14-3, public agencies may not charge a fee for the inspection of records — fees may only be assessed for the reproduction of copies. This statutory protection ensures that any person may review court records without incurring a cost, provided they do so in person at the clerk's office or through a free online portal.

The following resources are currently available at no cost:

MyCase (mycase.in.gov) — free statewide case search covering Warrick County civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic matters
In-person inspection at the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts — no fee for viewing records at the public counter
Indiana Judicial Branch public records portal — the Indiana Judicial Branch public records page provides guidance and links to free access tools

Fees are assessed only when a requester seeks paper copies or certified copies of documents. Copy fees are set by Indiana statute and are subject to change; the Clerk of the Courts can provide the current fee schedule upon request.

What's Included in a Warrick County Court Record?

The contents of a court record vary by case type, but generally include a standardized set of documents generated throughout the life of a case.

Civil Case Records include:

Complaint or petition initiating the action
Summons and proof of service
Defendant's answer and any counterclaims
Motions, briefs, and supporting memoranda
Court orders and rulings on motions
Final judgment or decree
Post-judgment filings (e.g., motions to enforce or modify)

Criminal Case Records include:

Charging information or indictment
Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
Bail and bond documentation
Plea agreements
Trial transcripts and exhibit lists
Sentencing orders and conditions of probation or supervision

Family Court Records include:

Dissolution of marriage petitions and decrees
Child custody and parenting time orders
Child support orders and modification filings
Protective orders (subject to access restrictions in certain circumstances)

Probate Records include:

Petitions for administration of estates
Wills admitted to probate
Inventory and appraisement of estate assets
Final accounting and order of distribution

Traffic Records include:

Citation information and violation codes
Hearing dates and dispositions
Fine payment records and license suspension notices

How Long Does Warrick County Keep Court Records?

Warrick County courts retain records in accordance with retention schedules established by the Indiana Commission on Public Records and applicable Indiana statutes. Retention periods vary by record type and case category.

Current retention periods for principal record types are as follows:

Felony criminal case files — retained permanently
Misdemeanor criminal case files — retained for a minimum of 10 years following case closure
Civil case files — retained for a minimum of 10 years following final judgment
Probate case files — retained permanently
Juvenile records — subject to restricted access and specific retention rules under Indiana law; generally retained until the subject reaches age 23 or for a minimum of 5 years after the last court action, whichever is later
Traffic infraction records — retained for a minimum of 5 years
Court orders and judgments — retained permanently as part of the official court record

The Indiana Commission on Public Records establishes and updates retention schedules applicable to all county courts. Members of the public seeking information about the retention status of a specific record type may inquire directly with the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts.

Types of Courts In Warrick County

Warrick County's court system is organized within Indiana's unified trial court structure. The county currently operates the following courts:

Warrick Circuit Court 107 W. Locust Street, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Indiana Judicial Branch: Warrick County Local Courts

Warrick Superior Court 1 107 W. Locust Street, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Warrick County Courts

Warrick Superior Court 2 107 W. Locust Street, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Warrick County Courts

Warrick Superior Court 3 107 W. Locust Street, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Warrick County Courts

Warrick Superior Court 4 107 W. Locust Street, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Warrick County Courts

Warrick County Clerk of the Courts 107 W. Locust Street, Suite 202, Boonville, IN 47601 (812) 897-6160 Public Counter Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Clerk of the Courts

Indiana's court hierarchy proceeds from the trial court level (Circuit and Superior Courts) upward to the Indiana Court of Appeals, and ultimately to the Indiana Supreme Court, which holds final appellate authority over all state court matters.

What Types of Cases Do Warrick County Courts Hear?

Each court within Warrick County exercises jurisdiction over specific categories of legal matters, as assigned under Indiana law.

Warrick Circuit Court hears:

Felony criminal cases
Civil cases involving amounts in dispute exceeding $10,000
Domestic relations and dissolution of marriage matters
Probate and estate administration
Juvenile matters, including delinquency and child in need of services (CHINS) cases

Warrick Superior Courts (1–4) hear:

Felony and misdemeanor criminal cases
Civil cases, including small claims matters
Family law matters, including custody and support
Traffic infractions and ordinance violations
Protective order proceedings

The division of case types among the Superior Courts is subject to local administrative rules and may be adjusted by the presiding judges. Members of the public uncertain about which court handles a specific matter may contact the Clerk of the Courts for guidance.

How To Find a Court Docket In Warrick County

A court docket is the official chronological record of all filings, hearings, and actions taken in a specific case. Members of the public may access Warrick County court dockets through the following methods:

Online via MyCase:

Visit MyCase: Indiana Courts Case Search.
Enter the party name or case number in the search fields.
Select the matching case from the results list.
The case detail page displays the full docket, including filing dates, document descriptions, and hearing information.

In Person:

Visit the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts at 107 W. Locust Street, Suite 202, Boonville, IN 47601.
Request access to the docket for a specific case by providing the case number or party name.
Staff will retrieve the docket for inspection at the public counter during regular business hours.

Docket information available through MyCase reflects publicly accessible entries only. Entries associated with sealed or restricted records are not displayed, consistent with the exclusions established under Indiana Supreme Court rules.

Which Courts in Warrick County Are Not Courts of Record?

A court of record is a court whose proceedings are officially documented and preserved, whose acts and judicial proceedings are enrolled in permanent records, and whose judgments carry a presumption of validity. Courts not of record, by contrast, do not maintain a permanent verbatim transcript of proceedings and generally handle minor matters with limited jurisdiction.

Under Indiana law, all Circuit and Superior Courts are courts of record. At present, Warrick County does not operate a separate municipal court or city court functioning as a court not of record; the county's judicial business is consolidated within the Circuit and Superior Court structure. Town courts, where they exist in Indiana, may function as courts not of record under Indiana Code § 33-10.1, handling minor traffic and ordinance matters without maintaining full verbatim records of proceedings. Appeals from courts not of record are heard de novo — meaning the case is tried anew — in the Circuit or Superior Court, rather than on the basis of a lower court record.

Members of the public seeking to determine whether a specific local court in Warrick County maintains records of record status may contact the Warrick County Clerk of the Courts or consult the Indiana Judicial Branch's local court directory.