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Dayton Police Department

The Dayton Police Department is committed to establishing a secure and safe environment for the residents of Dayton, fostering a community where.

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Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office

The Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office provides public safety services including E‑911 dispatch, patrol, corrections, animal control, inmate.

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Dayton Municipal Court, Fairborn Municipal Court, Kettering Municipal Court, Miamisburg Municipal Court, Oakwood Municipal Court, Vandalia.

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Dayton at a glance

County
Tippecanoe County
County seat
Lafayette
Population
1,099
Tippecanoe County population
195,732
Local records
City of Dayton
ZIP codes
47941, 47905

About Dayton public records

The Town of Dayton Council acts as the legislative branch of our government, as well as its policy-making body. Public records in Dayton are accessible under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, which upholds transparency and accountability in government operations.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact us by email or phone. Clerk-Treasurer 721 Walnut St, Dayton, IN 47941 (765) 296-2533 Visit Website Election administration for Dayton, Indiana voters falls under the Tippecanoe County Voter Registration Office, located at 20 North 3rd Street, Lafayette, IN 47901. Residents can call the office at (765) 423-9230 or visit www.tippecanoe.

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How do I register to vote in Dayton, Indiana?

To register to vote in Dayton, Indiana, residents can register online through the Indiana Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Tippecanoe County elections office. Indiana requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Indiana Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Dayton, contact the Tippecanoe County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Dayton, Indiana?

Property records for Dayton, Indiana are maintained by the Tippecanoe County Assessor's Office and the Tippecanoe County Clerk and Recorder. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Tippecanoe County, including parcels in Dayton. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Tippecanoe County Clerk and Recorder maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Indiana counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Tippecanoe County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Dayton, Indiana?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Dayton, Indiana residents are available through both county and state offices. The Indiana State Department of Health, Vital Records, located in Indianapolis, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Indiana. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Tippecanoe County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Tippecanoe County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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