Shelby County Criminal Court Records
Criminal court records in Shelby County are managed by the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the courthouse in Shelbyville. The clerk's office keeps all case files for felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions filed in Shelby County courts. You can search for criminal court records online through the state MyCase portal or visit the courthouse on Washington Street in person. Shelby County uses the statewide Odyssey Case Management System, which posts criminal case data, charges, hearing schedules, and some court documents online for free public access.
Shelby County Quick Facts
Shelby County Clerk of Courts
The Shelby County Clerk of the Circuit Court is the official record keeper for all court cases in the county. This office manages criminal case files, civil filings, and other court documents. The clerk is elected by Shelby County voters and limited to two consecutive terms under state law. Staff at the courthouse in Shelbyville handle walk-in records requests, copy orders, and fee payments for criminal cases.
The Shelby County official website has information about county departments and court services for criminal court records.
In criminal and infraction cases, the clerk collects fines and fees for city, county, and state jurisdictions. The office handles a steady volume of cases given the county's population. You can visit in person to search criminal court records, get copies of case files, or pay court costs. Staff are helpful and can guide you through the process if it is your first time making a records request.
| Office | Shelby County Clerk of the Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 160 E Washington St Shelbyville, IN 46176 |
| Phone | (317) 392-6420 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | co.shelby.in.us |
Criminal Court Records Online in Shelby County
Shelby County criminal court records are available through the state's MyCase portal. This free tool covers all Indiana courts. You can search by name or case number to find criminal cases filed in Shelby County. The system shows case details, charges, hearing dates, and case status. Many documents are posted too. Final orders and judgments in criminal cases often appear as links in the case summary.
Search Shelby County criminal court records at public.courts.in.gov/mycase using the Odyssey system.
Anyone can use MyCase. No account is needed for basic searches. The Access to Public Records Act under IC 5-14-3 gives the public the right to inspect court records in Shelby County. If a document is not available as a link in the case view, it is not available online. Call the clerk at (317) 392-6420 for records not posted to MyCase.
The Indiana courts page for Shelby County lists local court divisions and contact information.
Note: MyCase data is not an official court record and may contain errors, so verify important details with the Shelby County clerk.
Shelby County Court System
Shelby County has multiple courts that handle criminal cases. The Circuit Court and Superior Court divisions hear felony and misdemeanor matters filed in the county. All criminal court records from these courts go through the same clerk's office at the Shelbyville courthouse.
Whether a criminal case was filed in Circuit Court or a Superior Court division, the clerk keeps all records at the Shelby County Courthouse on Washington Street. Both courts use the Odyssey system, so all criminal court records appear in the same MyCase search. Shelby County sits close to Indianapolis in Marion County, which means some cases may involve cross-county issues, but criminal charges are always filed in the county where the offense took place.
Shelby County Criminal Court Records Fees
Standard Indiana fees apply for copies of criminal court records in Shelby County. Copies cost $1.00 per page under IC 33-37-5-1. Certification adds $3.00 per document under IC 33-37-5-3. The clerk's office accepts cash and money orders. Ask about other payment methods when you visit.
You can pay court fees online through the Indiana courts payment portal for Shelby County cases.
Online searches through MyCase are free. You only pay when you need physical copies or certified documents from the Shelby County clerk. If you need certified copies for legal proceedings, visit the courthouse in person or call about mail requests for criminal court records.
Getting Criminal Court Records in Shelby County
You can get criminal court records from Shelby County in three ways. Visit the clerk's office at 160 E Washington St in Shelbyville during business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Bring the case number or the full name of the person. Staff can look up cases and make copies for you on the spot. Walk-in requests are handled the same day when possible.
Mail requests are another option. Send your request to the Shelby County Clerk's Office at 160 E Washington St, Shelbyville, IN 46176. Include the full name, case number if you have it, and payment for copy fees. Processing times depend on the clerk's workload.
Indiana's expungement law under IC 35-38-9 may affect which criminal court records are available in Shelby County. Expunged cases are removed from public access. For legal questions about records, Indiana Legal Help offers free information about court procedures and criminal record matters.
Note: Call ahead to confirm hours and accepted payment methods before visiting the Shelby County clerk's office.
Cities in Shelby County
Shelby County includes the city of Shelbyville, which serves as the county seat. All criminal cases in Shelby County are filed at the county level through the Circuit Court or Superior Court in Shelbyville. There are no separate city criminal courts.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Shelby County. If you need criminal court records from a neighboring area, select the county where the case was filed.