Rush County, Indiana Public Records

Mugshots or booking photos in Rush County, Indiana, can be obtained from the It's advisable to call ahead at (765) 932-2931 to understand the process and any fees involved.

To obtain a criminal background check in Rush County, Indiana, you can contact the Indiana State Police, which handles background checks statewide. Locally, you can also visit the Rush County Sheriff's Office for assistance. The Indiana State Police provides an online service called 'Limited Criminal History Search' that can be accessed for this purpose.

You can look up sex offenders in Rush County, Indiana, by accessing the Indiana Sex and Violent Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Indiana Department of Correction and allows you to search for offenders by name, address, or proximity to a specific location. The registry is available online and provides detailed information about registered offenders in the area.

You can register to vote in Rush County through the Rush County Clerk's office at 101 East First Street, Rushville, or online at www.indianavoters.in.gov, the Indiana Voters Portal. Registration must be completed at least 29 days before an election to vote in that election. You must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years old by the next election, and a resident of your precinct for at least 30 days. The Clerk's office at (765) 932-2086 can also provide information about absentee voting options.

Property records in Rush County are maintained by the Rush County Recorder's office at 101 East First Street, Rushville, phone (765) 932-2028. The county offers online access to recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, and liens through a subscription service where searching is free but viewing documents requires a small fee. For property tax information and assessments, contact the Rush County Assessor's office at (765) 932-2087, or use the county's online GIS mapping system to view parcel information, ownership data, and aerial imagery.

Birth and death certificates for Rush County can be obtained from the Rush County Health Department at 330 North Main Street, Rushville, phone (765) 932-3221. Birth certificates cost $10 for the first copy and death certificates cost $8 for the first copy. You can also order through the Indiana State Department of Health at (317) 233-2700 or online via VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with additional service fees. You must provide valid photo ID and prove you have a direct interest in the record as required by Indiana Code 16-37-1.

For assumed business name (DBA) registrations, contact the Rush County Clerk's office at (765) 932-2086, located at 101 East First Street, Rushville. For corporations and LLCs, search the Indiana Business Database (INBiz) at www.inbiz.in.gov, which provides free access to all registered business entities in Indiana. Building permits and local business licenses can be verified through the Rush County Building Department at (765) 932-5844. Professional licenses are issued by state boards rather than the county.