Perry County

• Perry County is home to the Hoosier National Forest, which covers significant portions of Perry County and provides recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, and hunting.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Current roster information may be available through the Sheriff's Office upon request.
• Citizens may request arrest records, incident reports, and booking information by submitting a written or in-person request to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
• The agency may charge reasonable copying fees and has specific timeframes to respond under IC 5-14-3-9.
• Mugshots and booking photos are typically part of the arrest record and may be available through direct request to the Sheriff's Office or the arresting agency.
• Processing times and fees vary, and requesters should be prepared to provide specific information about the individual or incident in question to help with the search.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Indiana allows for the release of detainees under certain conditions, and information on recent arrests can be obtained through the Sheriff's Office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Case information and court records can be accessed through the Indiana Courts' Odyssey case management system via the mycase.
• gov portal, which provides free online access to case summaries, dockets, and some court documents.
• Perry County Clerk maintains court records and charges fees according to Indiana statute for copies and certifications, typically ranging from $1 per page for standard copies to additional fees for certified documents.
• Requests for bulk data or extensive research may require advance notice and payment of research fees.

• Certified copies of recorded documents can be requested in person or by mail with appropriate fees, typically $1 per page plus certification fees.
• Requests should include the document number, book and page reference, or complete legal description to expedite retrieval.

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

• Processing times for local requests are generally faster than state requests, often available within a few days to one week.
• The state office can be contacted through the office’s website, and online ordering is available through the VitalChek service at the Indiana State Department of Health website for expedited processing with additional fees.
• Couples must apply in person, provide identification, and pay the required fee.
• Requesters must provide valid identification and demonstrate eligibility to obtain certified copies under Indiana law.

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

• The state maintains a free, searchable online database called INBiz at inbiz.
• gov where anyyou can search for registered business entities, view formation documents, check entity status, and access registered agent information.
• Perry County Chamber of Commerce, serving the Tell City area, provides business support services and networking opportunities for local businesses and can be a resource for entrepreneurs.