Hancock County

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Under Indiana Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3), arrest records are generally considered public information and can be requested from the arresting agency or the Sheriff's Office.
• Written requests should specify the individual's name and approximate arrest date.
• Processing times vary, and some agencies may charge copying fees as permitted under state law.
• Booking photographs are typically accessible through the jail's online inmate search or by submitting a formal records request.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Indiana allows for the release of detainees pending trial, with details available through the jail's administrative office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Court records for this county include civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and family law matters handled by the local Circuit, District, or Superior Court.

• Certified copies of court documents cost $1.00 per page after the first page, with an additional $1.00 certification fee per document.
• The Clerk's office accepts requests in person, by mail, or by phone for document copies.
• Small claims cases under $6,000 are heard in the Superior Courts without requiring an attorney.
• Probate matters including wills, estates, guardianships, and trusts are processed through Superior Court 3.

• Recording fees vary by document type, with standard deeds costing $26.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page.
• Certified copies are available for $1.00 per page plus a $1.00 certification fee.
• The Assessor provides a free online Geographic Information System (GIS) parcel viewer that displays property boundaries, ownership information, assessed values, sales history, and building characteristics.

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

• Processing times are typically immediate for in-person requests and 5-10 business days for mail requests.
• The marriage license fee is $18.00 if both parties complete a premarital education course, otherwise $60.00, and there is no waiting period in Indiana.

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

• gov, a full online portal where users can search existing business entities, file new formations, submit annual reports, and manage registered agent information.
• The database includes business name, registration date, status (active/inactive), registered agent, and principal address.
• Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, located in Greenfield and accessible at hancockpartnership.com, provides resources for new and existing businesses and maintains a member directory.