Millersburg, Indiana Public Records

Elkhart Superior Court 1 handles felony criminal cases; Superior Court 2 manages misdemeanor criminal matters and traffic violations; Superior Court 3 oversees civil cases, small claims (up to $10,000), and collections; Superior Court 4 handles family law including dissolution of marriage, paternity, and child support; Superior Court 5 manages juvenile delinquency and child in need of services (CHINS) cases; and Superior Court 6 handles probate, estates, guardianships, and mental health matters. The Elkhart Circuit Court shares general jurisdiction across civil, criminal, and family matters. All Indiana trial court records are searchable online through the statewide Indiana Judiciary mycase.in.gov portal, which provides free public access to case information including party names, charges or claims, filing dates, disposition, judgments, and hearing schedules. Certified copies of court documents can be requested from the Elkhart County Clerk's Office at the same Goshen courthouse address; the fee for certified copies is typically $1.00 per page plus a $1.00 certification fee, as set by Indiana Code 33-37-4-2. Access to certain family law and juvenile records is restricted to protect privacy. The Clerk's office accepts case filings Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and many filings can now be submitted electronically via the state's E-filing system.

The Indiana Bureau of Investigation does not exist; instead, the Indiana State Police serves as the primary agency for criminal background checks, offering services to Elkhart County residents seeking comprehensive criminal records information.

The public can search property records for free online at www.elkcoassessor.com, where users can look up parcels by owner name, address, or parcel number to view detailed assessment cards, aerial photos, sales history, and tax amounts. The Elkhart County Recorder's Office, located at 117 North Second Street, Suite 104, Goshen, IN 46526, phone (574) 535-6770, website www.elkhartcountyrecorder.com, is the official repository for recorded land documents including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, satisfactions, liens, easements, and plats. Indiana law requires most instruments affecting real property to be recorded in the county where the land is located (Indiana Code 36-2-11). The Recorder's Office offers free online access to scanned documents dating back many decades through their website document search portal; users can search by grantor/grantee name, document type, date range, or book and page reference. Elkhart County also provides a comprehensive GIS mapping system accessible at gis.elkhartcountyindiana.com, which integrates parcel boundaries, zoning, floodplains, infrastructure, and aerial imagery—useful for property research, due diligence, and land use planning. Recording fees are set by state statute at $20.00 for the first page and $3.00 for each additional page.

Major employers in the region include Forest River, Thor Industries, Lippert Components, Jayco, and Patrick Industries—many of which operate large production facilities within a short commute of Millersburg. Agriculture remains important to Millersburg's local character, with corn, soybean, and dairy farming prevalent in Clinton Township and surrounding areas. Several Amish-owned small businesses—including furniture makers, bakeries, and craft shops—contribute to the local economy and attract regional visitors. Median household income in Millersburg is estimated around $52,000-$58,000, slightly below the Elkhart County median but reflective of the town's rural residential profile. The town has seen modest population stability over the past two decades, with newer single-family home construction on the town's periphery. Elkhart County has experienced significant economic growth due to strong demand for RVs and manufactured housing, and unemployment rates have generally remained low, though the industry is cyclical and sensitive to national economic conditions. Millersburg benefits from proximity to U.S. Route 20 and State Road 13, providing access to regional labor markets and commerce, while maintaining the character of a small-town farming community.

Law enforcement services for Millersburg, Indiana are provided primarily by the Millersburg Town Marshal's Office, which handles local policing, traffic enforcement, and initial response to incidents within town limits. The Millersburg Town Marshal can be reached through Town Hall at 105 West Main Street, Millersburg, IN 46543, phone (574) 642-3841. For police reports, residents may submit public records requests directly to the Town Marshal during regular business hours; Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3-3) permits any person to inspect and copy public records, with limited exceptions for ongoing investigations and confidential informant information. The Elkhart County Sheriff's Office, located at 26861 County Road 26, Elkhart, IN 46517 (phone 574-891-2300, website www.elkhartcountysheriff.org), provides patrol coverage in unincorporated areas surrounding Millersburg, operates the county jail, and assists town police with major incidents. Residents can search for arrest records and current jail bookings through the Elkhart County Sheriff's Inmate Roster at www.elkhartcountysheriff.org/inmates, which displays booking photos, full charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and expected release dates. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3-3(a), law enforcement agencies must respond to public records requests within a reasonable time, typically within 24 hours for routine requests, though some redactions may apply to protect victim privacy or active investigations. Records may include incident reports, arrest records, accident reports, and call logs, with fees permitted for copying costs as outlined in Indiana Code 5-14-3-8.

Birth certificates cost $28.00 for a certified copy and can be ordered online via the VitalChek service at www.vitalchek.com, by mail, or in person at the state health department; processing typically takes 4-6 weeks by mail or same-day if requested in person. Only parents listed on the certificate, the individual (if age 18+), legal representatives, and immediate family members may request certified copies, and valid photo ID is required. Death certificates cost $25.00 and follow the same ordering process, with authorized applicants including family members, legal representatives, and anyone demonstrating a direct and tangible interest. Marriage licenses are issued by the Elkhart County Clerk's Office, 315 South Second Street, Room 104, Goshen, IN 46526, phone (574) 535-6466. Both parties must appear in person with valid identification and Social Security numbers; the license costs $18.00 and is valid for 60 days from issuance. Certified copies of marriage records cost $2.00 and can be requested from the same office. Divorce records (Dissolution of Marriage decrees) are not vital records but rather court records available through the Elkhart County Clerk's Office or via the mycase.in.gov portal. Indiana began statewide vital records registration in 1907, and earlier records may be available through county health departments or archives. Under Indiana Code 16-37, vital records less than 75 years old are confidential and available only to authorized individuals.

For fictitious business names (Doing Business As or DBA), Indiana law does not require state-level registration, but many businesses file assumed business name certificates with the Elkhart County Recorder's Office, 117 North Second Street, Suite 104, Goshen, IN 46526, phone (574) 535-6770, for public notice purposes. Formal business entity formation—including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and non-profits—is handled by the Indiana Secretary of State, Business Services Division, 200 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204. The state offers a free searchable online database at bsd.sos.in.gov/publicbusinesssearch where anyone can look up registered businesses, check entity status, view registered agents, access articles of incorporation, and review officer information. Filing fees for new LLCs are $95 online or $100 by mail; corporations pay $90 online or $100 by mail. Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) financing statements, which establish security interests in personal property, are also filed with the Indiana Secretary of State and searchable via their website. Business personal property taxes are assessed by the Elkhart County Assessor's Office, and commercial real estate is similarly assessed and available for public search via the county assessor's online parcel database. Food service establishments, healthcare providers, and contractors may require additional state or county licensing through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency or Elkhart County Health Department, 608 Oakland Avenue, Elkhart, IN 46516, phone (574) 523-2134.

Millersburg voters are served by the Elkhart County Voter Registration Office, located at 117 North Second Street, Room 107, Goshen, IN 46526, phone (574) 535-6484, website www.electionselkhartcounty.com. Indiana residents can register to vote online at indianavoters.in.gov, by mail, or in person at the county office or license branch; the deadline to register is 29 days before any election. Voters must provide an Indiana driver's license or state ID number, or the last four digits of their Social Security number. Millersburg is an incorporated town governed by a five-member Town Council, elected at-large in municipal elections typically held in November of odd-numbered years (most recently November 2023). The next municipal election for Millersburg Town Council is expected in November 2027. Candidate filings and local ballot questions can be tracked through the Elkhart County Election Board or the town clerk. Millersburg voters also participate in county, state, and federal elections; in the November 2024 presidential election, Elkhart County reported approximately 69% voter turnout, with over 118,000 ballots cast out of roughly 172,000 registered voters. On November 3, 2026, Millersburg and Elkhart County voters will decide contests that may include races for U.S. House of Representatives (Indiana's 2nd Congressional District), Indiana State Senate and House seats (Districts 9 and 22 for Senate; District 21 or 48 for House depending on redistricting), Elkhart County Council, County Commissioners, County Assessor, County Recorder, County Sheriff, and potentially local school board positions. Indiana does not have a U.S. Senate race or gubernatorial election in 2026, as those occur in presidential and midterm years offset from this cycle. Millersburg residents can find their assigned polling place by visiting indianavoters.in.gov and entering their address; most Millersburg voters cast ballots at the Millersburg Community Building or Clinton Township Fire Station depending on precinct boundaries. Indiana permits absentee voting by mail for voters who meet specific criteria (traveling outside county, elderly/disabled, working during all poll hours, or other statutory reasons) or in-person early voting at the Elkhart County Election Board office beginning 28 days before Election Day. Absentee ballot applications can be submitted online, by mail, or in person; voted ballots must be received by noon on Election Day. Under Indiana Code 3-7-26, voter registration lists are public records available for purchase, and campaign finance reports filed by candidates for local and county office are accessible through the county election board. Precinct-level election results are published on the county website after canvassing is complete, usually within a week of the election.