Jeffersonville, Indiana Public Records

Clark Superior Court 3 (phone: 812-285-6257) focuses on family law including dissolutions, custody, and protective orders. Clark Superior Court 4 (phone: 812-285-6258) handles criminal and civil matters. Jeffersonville also has a City Court located at 419 East Court Avenue (phone: 812-285-6506) that handles local ordinance violations, traffic infractions, and misdemeanor cases arising within city limits. Indiana offers statewide online court record access through the Indiana Judiciary's case search portal called Mycase at mycase.in.gov, which provides free public access to case information including parties, filing dates, case history, judgments, and docket entries for most civil, criminal, family, and small claims cases in Clark County courts. The system allows searches by party name, case number, or attorney. For certified copies of court documents, requesters must visit the Clerk's Office in person or submit mail requests. Filing fees vary: certified copies typically cost $1.00 per page after the first page, exemplified copies cost less, and case searches conducted by clerk staff may involve nominal fees. Marriage license applications cost approximately $18, with additional fees for certified marriage certificates.

The Indiana Bureau of Investigation also offers resources for Clark County residents seeking detailed criminal background information, ensuring that individuals and businesses have access to necessary records for employment or personal purposes.

The online database is free and provides detailed parcel cards showing land and improvement values, legal descriptions, acreage, and assessment history. The Clark County Recorder's Office, located at 300 Pearl Street, Suite 206, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (phone: 812-285-6206, website: www.clarkrecorder.com), records and maintains documents affecting real property including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, plats, powers of attorney, and military discharges (DD-214s). Indiana law requires these documents to be recorded to provide constructive notice and establish priority. The Recorder's Office provides online access to recorded documents through a subscription-based system operated by Fidlar Technologies, with a free name search available but document images requiring a fee or subscription. The office maintains an extensive archive with many documents digitized back several decades. Property searches can be conducted by grantor/grantee name, parcel number, or legal description. The county also offers a GIS mapping system through Beacon (www.beaconclark.in.gov) that integrates assessment data with aerial photography and parcel boundaries, providing a visual tool for property research.

The River Ridge Commerce Center, developed on the 6,000-acre site of the former Indiana Army Ammunition Plant, represents one of the largest economic development projects in Indiana history and hosts major employers including Amazon (which operates a massive fulfillment center employing over 2,000), Samtec (electronics manufacturing), Atlantic Pacific Processing, Northrop Grumman, and numerous logistics operations. The proximity to Interstate 65 and Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport makes Jeffersonville attractive for distribution and warehousing operations. Healthcare is another major employment sector, with Clark Memorial Health (part of Lifepoint Health) operating a full-service hospital at 1220 Missouri Avenue and employing approximately 1,000 people. The retail sector is substantial, with Jeffersonville serving as a shopping destination with numerous national retailers along Veterans Parkway and the Hamburg area. Education employment includes Greater Clark County Schools and local private schools. The city also benefits from hospitality and service-sector employment related to tourism, with the Big Four Bridge and RiverStage drawing visitors and the proximity to Louisville entertainment and convention activity. Median household income in Jeffersonville is estimated around $52,000, somewhat lower than Indiana's state average but reflecting a mix of blue-collar, service, and professional employment. The city has experienced substantial residential and commercial growth over the past two decades, with new subdivisions expanding into former agricultural land and commercial development continuing along major corridors. Jeffersonville's economy is deeply tied to Louisville, with many residents commuting across the Ohio River for employment while benefiting from Indiana's lower property taxes and cost of living compared to Kentucky. The city's economic development efforts focus on leveraging River Ridge's success, downtown revitalization, riverfront development, and capitalizing on regional transportation infrastructure.

The Jeffersonville Police Department, located at 419 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (phone: 812-285-6500, website: www.cityofjeff.net/police), serves as the primary law enforcement agency for the city. The department provides police reports, incident records, accident reports, and case information upon request. To obtain police records, individuals can visit the department in person during business hours or submit written requests citing specific case numbers or dates. Reports typically require identification and may involve fees for copying. The Clark County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (phone: 812-285-6245, website: www.clarksheriff.com), provides law enforcement services for unincorporated areas of Clark County, operates the Clark County Jail, and handles warrants and civil process throughout the county.

For arrest and jail booking information, the Clark County Jail maintains an online inmate roster accessible through the Sheriff's Office website, showing current inmates with details including booking date, charges, bond amounts, and projected release dates. Mugshots are typically included in the online roster. Under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3-3), arrest logs and booking records are generally public information, with exceptions for records that would interfere with ongoing investigations or compromise security. Requests for copies of arrest reports, body camera footage, or investigative records must be submitted in writing to the Jeffersonville Police Department or Sheriff's Office. Indiana law requires agencies to respond to public records requests within a reasonable time, typically within seven days, though complex requests may take longer. Fees may apply for extensive searches or document reproduction.

Indiana offers online ordering through VitalChek at vitalchek.com with expedited processing available for additional fees. Only qualified applicants can request vital records: the registrant (if of legal age), immediate family members, legal representatives, or others with a demonstrated legal purpose. Valid government-issued photo identification is required. Marriage licenses are issued by the Clark County Clerk's Office, located at 501 East Court Avenue, Room 211, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (phone: 812-285-6241, website: www.clarkcoclerkin.us). Both parties must appear in person to apply, provide valid identification, and pay the $18 license fee. Indiana has no waiting period, and licenses are valid for 60 days from issuance. Certified copies of marriage records cost approximately $2 per copy. The Clerk's Office maintains marriage records dating back to the county's formation in 1801, with older records available through in-person search. Divorce records are maintained by the court that granted the dissolution (typically Clark Circuit or Superior Court 3) and must be requested from the Clerk's Office with case information. Indiana law restricts access to some divorce records containing sensitive information, but case summaries and final decrees are generally public. Birth records less than 75 years old and death records less than 25 years old have restricted access under Indiana law.

Some businesses may also need specialized permits from the Clark County Health Department at 300 Pearl Street, Suite 100 (phone: 812-282-9550) for food service, septic, or health-related operations. Assumed business names (DBAs) in Indiana are registered with the county recorder where the business operates. The Clark County Recorder's Office at 300 Pearl Street, Suite 206 (phone: 812-285-6206) handles DBA filings for businesses operating under names other than the owner's legal name. DBA registration costs approximately $30 and must be renewed periodically. Corporate entities, LLCs, and other formal business structures are registered at the state level with the Indiana Secretary of State, Business Services Division (phone: 317-232-6576, website: www.in.gov/sos/business). The Secretary of State's INBiz portal at www.inbiz.in.gov provides free online searching of registered business entities, showing corporate status, registered agent information, formation dates, and officer names. The system also allows online filing of new entities and annual reports. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements, which establish security interests in personal property and business assets, are filed with the Indiana Secretary of State and searchable through the INBiz system. Commercial property assessments and tax information can be researched through the Clark County Assessor's online database at www.clarkcountyassessor.com, providing assessed values, property characteristics, and tax liability for business properties in Jeffersonville. Professional licenses (contractors, real estate agents, healthcare providers, etc.) are regulated by various Indiana state boards accessible through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency at www.in.gov/pla.

Jeffersonville voters are served by the Clark County Clerk's Office, which administers elections for the county. The Clerk's Office is located at 501 East Court Avenue, Room 211, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 (phone: 812-285-6241, website: www.clarkcoclerkin.us). The office handles voter registration, absentee ballot applications, candidate filings, election equipment, precinct management, and certification of election results. Indiana residents can register to vote online through the Indiana Secretary of State's voter portal at indianavoters.in.gov, which also allows voters to check registration status, view sample ballots, and find polling locations. Voter registration deadlines are 29 days before any election, and Indiana requires voters to provide proof of identification (Indiana driver's license, Indiana state ID, or other approved photo ID with name and photo). Online registration requires a driver's license or state ID number.

Jeffersonville, as an incorporated city, holds municipal elections for mayor and city council positions. The city has a mayor-council form of government with the mayor elected citywide and a nine-member Common Council. Municipal elections in Indiana are typically held in November of odd-numbered years, meaning the next Jeffersonville mayoral and council elections will be held in November 2027. The current mayor is Mike Moore, who was elected in 2023. Candidates for local office file with the Clark County Clerk's Office during designated filing periods, typically in late winter/early spring of election years. Local ballot measures or referenda occasionally appear on ballots depending on city council or public petition initiatives.

For polling place information, Jeffersonville voters can use the Indiana Voters portal at indianavoters.in.gov or contact the Clark County Clerk's Office. Indiana law requires voters to vote at their assigned precinct on Election Day, though early voting is available at the Clerk's Office and designated satellite locations beginning 28 days before elections (29 days for general elections) through noon the day before Election Day. The November 2024 presidential election saw strong turnout in Clark County, with approximately 48,000 ballots cast out of roughly 70,000 registered voters (approximately 69% turnout), reflecting typical presidential-year engagement.

The November 3, 2026 general election will be significant for Jeffersonville and Clark County voters, who will decide several important races. At the federal level, Indiana's U.S. Senate seat currently held by Todd Young will be on the ballot in 2026. At the state level, all of Indiana's nine U.S. House seats will be contested (Jeffersonville is in the 9th Congressional District). Indiana does not have a gubernatorial election in 2026 (the next is 2028), but all 100 Indiana House of Representatives seats and half of the 50 Indiana Senate seats will be on the ballot. Locally, voters will elect county-level positions including county council, county commissioners, sheriff, assessor, recorder, surveyor, and other constitutional offices, as some of these are elected in 2026 depending on term schedules. Jeffersonville school board races may also appear on ballots.

Indiana's absentee voting system allows any registered voter to request an absentee ballot by mail. Applications are available through the county clerk or online at indianavoters.in.gov. Applications must be received by the county clerk by 11:59 p.m. on the day before the election, though applying earlier is strongly recommended. Completed absentee ballots must be received by the county clerk by noon on Election Day (postmarks are not sufficient). Indiana also offers traveling board voting, where election officials bring ballots to voters in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or those homebound due to disability.

Public election records in Indiana include voter registration lists (available for purchase for election-related purposes), campaign finance reports (filed with the county clerk for local candidates or with the Indiana Election Division for state candidates, searchable at campaignfinance.in.gov), candidate filings and petitions, precinct-level election results, and poll books. The Clark County Clerk's Office provides election results on election night and maintains historical results. Under Indiana law, voter registration data including names, addresses, and voting history (which elections a person voted in, but not how they voted) is public record, though Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, and birthdates are confidential. Campaign finance disclosure requirements apply to candidates raising or spending over $100, with detailed reports required showing contributions and expenditures.