New Albany, Indiana Public Records

Floyd Superior Court 1 primarily handles criminal misdemeanors and traffic violations; Superior Court 2 handles civil cases, small claims (up to $8,000), and collections; Superior Court 3 handles juvenile matters and some civil cases; Superior Court 4 handles family law, protective orders, and domestic relations. The New Albany City Court, located at 311 Hauss Square (phone: 812-948-5330), handles municipal ordinance violations, traffic infractions within city limits, and misdemeanor cases. To search court records online, Indiana residents can use the state's Indiana Judicial Case Search portal at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase, which provides free access to case information including party names, case numbers, charges, dispositions, and court dates. For certified copies of court documents, the Floyd County Clerk's office charges $1.00 per page plus $5.00 for certification. Copies of court recordings or transcripts require separate fees and must be ordered through the court reporter. Access to certain records such as sealed cases, adoption records, and some juvenile matters is restricted by statute.

The Indiana Bureau of Investigation offers additional resources for accessing statewide criminal records, aiding Floyd County residents in obtaining necessary information for legal and personal purposes.

The Assessor provides a free online property search tool through the county GIS system at https://beacon.schneidercorp.com/Application.aspx?AppID=141&LayerID=2338&PageTypeID=4&PageID=1003, allowing searches by owner name, address, or parcel number. This database shows current and historical assessment information, aerial photography, and property characteristics. The Floyd County Recorder's Office, located at 311 W. 1st Street, Room 315, New Albany, IN 47150 (phone: 812-948-5430, website: www.floydcounty.in.gov/recorder), is responsible for recording and maintaining documents related to real property including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, military discharge papers (DD-214s), and UCC financing statements. Indiana law requires these records to be public, and Floyd County provides free online access to recorded documents through the county's document search portal, typically searchable by grantor/grantee name, document type, or book and page reference. Documents generally date back to the early 1800s on microfilm and are increasingly digitized. The Recorder charges fees based on Indiana Code 36-2-11-15, typically $13 for the first page and $3 for each additional page for recording new documents.

The city's proximity to Louisville's international airport has made it attractive for logistics operations, with many New Albany residents employed at Amazon's KSDF air cargo hub and UPS Worldport. The River Ridge Commerce Center, a former Indiana Army Ammunition Plant converted to a business park, houses numerous manufacturing and distribution companies. Major retail development along Grant Line Road and State Street includes shopping centers, restaurants, and service businesses. Downtown New Albany has experienced revitalization with local boutiques, restaurants, and the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site attracting tourists. The median household income in New Albany is approximately $50,000-$55,000, slightly below Indiana's state average. The city benefits economically from its position in the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area, with many residents commuting across the river for employment. Recent economic development includes expansion of the Caesars Southern Indiana riverboat casino (now land-based), new residential developments in eastern Floyd County, and continued investment in downtown infrastructure and historic preservation.

The New Albany Police Department, located at 322 Pearl Street, New Albany, IN 47150 (phone: 812-948-5310, website: www.cityofnewalbany.com/police), serves as the primary law enforcement agency for city residents. The department maintains records of police reports, incident logs, accident reports, and arrest records. To request police reports, individuals can visit the police department in person during business hours or submit written requests under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3). There may be a nominal fee for copies. The Floyd County Sheriff's Office, located at 201 E. Spring Street, New Albany, IN 47150 (phone: 812-948-5400, website: www.floydcountyin.gov/sheriff), provides law enforcement services to unincorporated areas of Floyd County and manages the Floyd County Jail. The Sheriff's Office handles county-wide warrants, civil process serving, and courthouse security. For arrest and jail booking information, the Floyd County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster accessible through their website, typically showing current inmates' names, booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and sometimes mugshots. The jail facility is located at 201 E. Spring Street. Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3-1 et seq.) establishes that most law enforcement records are public unless they fall under specific exemptions such as ongoing investigations or confidential informant information. Requesters should provide specific details about the incident date, case number, or individuals involved to facilitate searches.

Processing time is typically 10-15 business days for mail requests and 3-5 business days for online orders. Birth records are available for births occurring in Indiana from October 1907 forward; death records from 1900 forward. Only eligible individuals can request vital records under Indiana law: the registrant (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, legal representatives, or individuals with a direct and tangible interest. Marriage licenses are issued by the Floyd County Clerk's Office, located at 311 W. 1st Street, Room 211, New Albany, IN 47150 (phone: 812-948-5411). The marriage license fee is $18 and requires both parties to appear in person with valid photo identification and Social Security numbers. There is no waiting period, and licenses are valid for 60 days. Certified copies of marriage records cost $2 for the first copy. Divorce records are maintained by the Floyd Circuit or Superior Court where the dissolution was filed and can be accessed through the court clerk's office; certified copies cost $1 per page plus $5 certification fee. Marriage records in Floyd County date back to 1819.

For fictitious business name (DBA or "Assumed Business Name") registration, businesses file with both the Floyd County Recorder's Office at 311 W. 1st Street, Room 315 (phone: 812-948-5430) and the Indiana Secretary of State. The Recorder charges a filing fee based on the number of pages; DBAs must be renewed every five years. Indiana business entity searches, including corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and trademarks, are conducted through the Indiana Secretary of State's INBiz portal at www.inbiz.in.gov, which provides free online access to registered business names, registered agents, officers, incorporation dates, and entity status. New business entities can also be registered through this portal. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements and lien searches are filed with the Indiana Secretary of State and searchable through the INBiz system. The Floyd County Assessor's Office (phone: 812-948-5425) maintains commercial property assessment records accessible through the county's GIS portal at beacon.schneidercorp.com, allowing business owners to review property tax assessments, appeal deadlines, and payment history. Professional licenses (contractors, healthcare providers, cosmetologists, etc.) are regulated by respective Indiana state licensing boards.

New Albany voters' elections are administered by the Floyd County Election Board and Floyd County Clerk, located at 311 West 1st Street, Room 211, New Albany, IN 47150 (phone: 812-948-5411, website: www.floydcounty.in.gov/clerk). Indiana residents can register to vote online through the Indiana Voter Registration Portal at indianavoters.in.gov, by mail, or in person at the County Clerk's office, BMV branches, or designated government offices. The registration deadline 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. New Albany holds municipal elections for Mayor and City Council in odd-numbered years (2027, 2031, etc.), with the next mayoral election scheduled for November 2027. The New Albany Common Council has nine members elected from districts. Information about local candidates and ballot measures is available through the Floyd County Election Board and the City of New Albany website. New Albany residents can find their assigned polling place by visiting indianavoters.in.gov and entering their address, or by calling the County Clerk's office. Indiana makes several election records public: voter registration lists (available for purchase for election-related purposes), campaign finance reports through the Indiana Election Division website (in.gov/sos/elections), candidate filings, and precinct-by-precinct election results. In the November 2024 presidential election, Floyd County reported approximately 60-65% voter turnout with over 30,000 ballots cast from approximately 50,000 registered voters. For the November 3, 2026 general election, New Albany and Floyd County voters will decide several important races: Indiana's U.S. Senate seat (Class III, currently held by Todd Young, up in 2028, so not on 2026 ballot), but voters will decide Indiana's statewide offices if any are scheduled, all Indiana House of Representatives seats (100 districts, two-year terms), half of Indiana State Senate seats (50 districts, four-year staggered terms), Floyd County offices including County Council, County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk, Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder, Assessor, Surveyor, and Coroner (various term lengths), and potentially New Albany City Court judge positions. Indiana voters can request absentee ballots by mail by submitting an application to the Floyd County Clerk by mail, fax, email, or in-person; the deadline is 11 days before election day (though in-person absentee voting at the Clerk's office extends until noon the day before the election). Indiana requires an excuse for absentee voting, including being 65 or older, having a disability, scheduled work during poll hours, being a caregiver, or being absent from the county on election day. No-excuse early voting is available in person at the County Clerk's office beginning 28 days before the election.