Switzerland County Criminal Records

Criminal court records in Switzerland County are managed by the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the courthouse in Vevay. The clerk's office stores case files for felony charges, misdemeanor cases, and infraction filings across both local courts. If you need to search for a criminal court record in Switzerland County, you can use the state's MyCase portal from any device or visit the clerk in person. Switzerland County is part of Judicial District 22, and the same clerk handles all court filings. Staff at the Vevay courthouse can help you find case details, check hearing dates, and get copies of court documents tied to criminal matters.

Switzerland County Clerk of Courts

The Switzerland County Clerk of the Circuit Court holds all criminal court records for the county. This office sits at 212 W. Main St in Vevay. The clerk is an elected official who serves as the record keeper for all court divisions. Staff at the office can pull case files, make copies, and answer questions about criminal filings. The clerk also collects fines, fees, and court costs in criminal cases. If you owe money on a Switzerland County case, you can pay at the courthouse or use the state's online payment system.

You can reach the Switzerland County clerk's office at (812) 427-3175 for questions about criminal court records or case status.

The MyCase portal lets you search Switzerland County criminal court records by name or case number from any location.

MyCase pulls data from the Odyssey Case Management System. This is the same system used in all Indiana courts. When you search for a case, you will see charges, hearing dates, and the current status. Some court documents show up as links too. Not all documents are posted online, though. For full copies of filings in Switzerland County criminal cases, contact the clerk directly.

Criminal Court Records Online

The Indiana courts page for Switzerland County lists the local court structure and contact details for the clerk's office. Switzerland County is part of Judicial District 22, which also includes Dearborn, Jefferson, Ohio, and Ripley counties. Each county in the district has its own clerk, but cases filed in Switzerland County stay with the local clerk in Vevay.

Online searches are free. You do not need an account. Just go to the MyCase site and type in the person's name or case number. The system shows results from all Indiana counties, so make sure you filter by Switzerland County if you only want local cases. Results include case type, filing date, and a list of charges.

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act under IC 5-14-3 gives the public the right to inspect and copy court records. Criminal court records in Switzerland County are public unless sealed by a judge. Expunged cases under IC 35-38-9 are removed from public view.

Note: MyCase data is not an official court record and may have errors, so confirm details with the Switzerland County clerk for legal matters.

Switzerland County Court System

Switzerland County has a Circuit Court that handles criminal cases. The Circuit Court hears all felonies and misdemeanors filed in the county. There is no separate Superior Court in Switzerland County, which means all criminal court records flow through one court.

The Circuit Court in Vevay handles a range of case types beyond criminal matters. Civil cases, family law, and probate all go through the same court. For criminal cases, the court follows Indiana's sentencing guidelines under IC 35-50. Felony cases in Switzerland County are classified from Level 1 (most serious) to Level 6 under the state's criminal code. Misdemeanors fall into Class A, B, or C categories.

All criminal case records from the Circuit Court are kept by the clerk at the Vevay courthouse. Whether a case ended in a conviction, dismissal, or acquittal, the file stays on record unless expunged.

Fees for Criminal Records

Standard Indiana fees apply for copies of criminal court records in Switzerland County. Copies cost $1.00 per page under IC 33-37-5-1. If you need a certified copy, add $3.00 per document under IC 33-37-5-3. The clerk's office accepts cash and money orders. Call ahead to check if they take personal checks or cards.

You can pay court fines and fees online through public.courts.in.gov/pay for Switzerland County cases.

Online searches through MyCase are free. You only pay when you need physical copies or certified documents. Most people who just want to check the status of a case or see what charges were filed can do so at no cost.

Getting Records in Switzerland County

There are three ways to get criminal court records from Switzerland County. You can search online, visit in person, or send a mail request. Each method works, but the speed and cost differ.

For in-person requests, go to the Switzerland County Courthouse at 212 W. Main St in Vevay. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Bring the case number or the full name of the person. Staff can look up cases and print copies while you wait. Walk-in requests are usually handled the same day.

Mail requests take longer. Send your request to the clerk's office with the person's full name, the case number if you have it, and a check or money order for the copy fees. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing time depends on the office workload, but most requests are done within a week or two.

The MyCase search portal is the fastest option for basic case information about Switzerland County criminal records.

For legal questions about accessing criminal records or expungement in Switzerland County, Indiana Legal Help offers free information online.

Cities in Switzerland County

Switzerland County includes Vevay, which serves as the county seat, along with smaller towns like Patriot and East Enterprise. All criminal cases in the county are filed at the county level through the Circuit Court in Vevay. There are no separate city criminal courts in Switzerland County.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Switzerland County. If you need criminal court records from a neighboring area, select the county where the case was filed.