Howard County Criminal Court Records
Criminal court records in Howard County are kept by the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the courthouse in Kokomo. The clerk's office stores case files for all felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions filed in Howard County courts. You can search criminal court records for free through Indiana's MyCase portal or visit the courthouse at 104 North Buckeye Street. Howard County courts run on the Odyssey Case Management System, which links to the statewide MyCase search tool. This gives you access to case details, hearing schedules, and some court documents right from your screen.
Howard County Quick Facts
Howard County Clerk of Courts
The Howard County Clerk of the Circuit Court is the official record keeper for all court cases in the county. The office is at 104 North Buckeye Street in Kokomo. Staff process criminal filings, manage court schedules, collect fees and fines, and give out copies of court documents. The clerk is elected by voters and serves as the constitutional record keeper for the Howard County Circuit Court.
The Howard County official website provides information about county departments and court services.
All criminal cases from both the Circuit Court and Superior Courts in Howard County pass through the clerk's office. You only need to visit one place for any criminal court record in the county. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call 765-456-2202 with questions about criminal court records.
| Office | Howard County Clerk of the Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 104 N. Buckeye Street Kokomo, IN 46901 |
| Phone | 765-456-2202 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | howardcounty.in.gov |
Search Criminal Records Online
Howard County criminal court records can be searched through the MyCase portal. This is a free tool run by the Indiana courts. Type in a name or case number and the system will show criminal cases filed in Howard County. You can view charges, hearing dates, and case status. Some documents are posted as links. The public has a right to view court records under IC 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act.
Search Howard County criminal court records at public.courts.in.gov/mycase for free.
No account is needed. Basic searches are open to everyone. If a record you need is not posted on MyCase, reach out to the Howard County clerk's office for help. They can tell you how to get copies of documents not available online.
The Indiana courts page for Howard County lists local court divisions and contact information for criminal court records.
Howard County Criminal Records Fees
Copies of criminal court records in Howard County cost $1.00 per page. That is the standard rate set by IC 33-37-5-1. Certification costs $3.00 per document under IC 33-37-5-3. Online searches through MyCase are free. You only pay when you need physical copies or certified documents.
Pay court costs and fines for Howard County cases at the Indiana courts payment portal.
The clerk's office handles payments in person at the courthouse. Call 765-456-2202 to ask about accepted payment methods before you go.
Note: Always confirm fees with the Howard County clerk, as payment methods may change.
Getting Records in Howard County
You can get criminal court records from Howard County three ways. Visit the clerk's office at 104 North Buckeye Street in Kokomo during business hours. Bring the case number or the full name. Staff can look up cases and make copies for you. Same-day service is typical for straightforward requests.
The Howard County website has additional links to court services and criminal court records information.
Mail requests are also an option. Send your request to the Howard County Clerk's Office at 104 N. Buckeye Street, Kokomo, IN 46901. Include the case number or full name, and your payment for copies. Processing time varies based on the clerk's workload.
You can also search and view criminal court records through MyCase from any device.
Indiana's expungement law under IC 35-38-9 allows certain criminal records to be sealed from public view. Expunged cases will not appear on MyCase or be available at the clerk's office. The state judicial page for Howard County has resources for understanding court processes and criminal record matters.
Cities in Howard County
Howard County's largest city and county seat is Kokomo. Other communities include Greentown and Russiaville. All criminal cases are filed at the county level through the courts in Kokomo.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Howard County. Select the county where the case was filed to find criminal court records.