Clark County

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Requests for arrest records can be submitted to the Sheriff's Office or the specific municipal police department that made the arrest, typically requiring identification and sometimes a nominal copying fee.
• These photographs become part of the permanent arrest record and can be accessed by visiting the jail in person or checking the online inmate roster.
• For historical arrest records or detailed incident reports, a formal public records request under IC 5-14-3 may be necessary, submitted in writing to the Records Division of the respective law enforcement agency.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• gov, which provides free online access to case information including dockets, party information, judgments, and court dates for both criminal and civil cases.
• Clark County Clerk's Office, also located at the Government Center, maintains official court records and provides certified copies of court documents.
• Fees for certified copies typically run $1.00 per page after an initial search fee.
• The Clerk's Office accepts in-person requests during business hours and can often fulfill document requests immediately for recent cases.
• Small claims cases, which handle disputes up to $10,000, are heard in the Superior Courts.

• The online database allows users to search by grantor/grantee name, document type, book and page number, or parcel number, with digital images of recorded documents viewable and printable for a per-page fee.
• Document recording fees vary by type but typically start around $28.00 for the first page and $5.00 for additional pages.
• Certified copies of recorded documents can be requested in person or by mail with proper identification and payment.
• All offices accept public records requests under Indiana Code 5-14-3.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing time for in-person requests is typically immediate if the record is on file, while mail requests may take one to two weeks.
• Death certificates for deaths occurring in Clark County are also available through Clark County Health Department at the same location and fee structure, with similar identification and eligibility requirements.
• Couples must apply in person with valid identification and pay a fee of approximately $18.00.
• Certified copies of marriage records can be obtained from the Clerk's Office for a fee.
• Divorce records (dissolution of marriage decrees) are maintained by the Clerk's Office as part of court records and can be accessed through the court system.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• gov/sos/business, where anyyou can search for registered businesses by entity name, business ID number, or registered agent.
• This database provides information on business formation dates, status (active, dissolved, or revoked), registered agent information, and principal office addresses.
• Permit records, including commercial and residential building permits, electrical permits, plumbing permits, and HVAC permits, are public records and can be searched or requested through the Building Department.
• The Greater Clark County Chamber of Commerce, accessible at www.chooseclark.com, provides business resources and networking opportunities but does not maintain official business registration records.