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Union County at a glance

State
Indiana
County seat
Liberty
Population
7,077
Area
165 sq mi
Founded
1821
Cities and towns
3

Union County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Union County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in Union County.

Police Departments. In addition to Union County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Union County includes the Liberty Police Department, which serves the town of Liberty.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Law enforcement in Union County, Indiana is primarily provided by Union County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 26 West Union Street in Liberty, IN 47353. Union County Jail, operated by the Sheriff's Office, houses inmates awaiting trial and those serving sentences. The only incorporated county in Union County is Liberty, which relies on the Sheriff's Office for primary law enforcement rather than maintaining a separate municipal police department. Arrest records in Union County are considered public records under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3), which establishes the right of citizens to inspect and copy public records with limited exceptions. Indiana Code 5-14-3-3 requires law enforcement agencies to make arrest records available for inspection and copying during regular business hours, with certain information such as active investigation details potentially being withheld.

Criminal Records. For an authoritative source, see Union County, Ohio - Background Checks - Union County Sheriff Office .

Arrest Records. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

• Phone: (641) 782-7322

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Union County, Indiana?

Mugshots or booking photos in Union County, Indiana, can be obtained from the Union County Sheriff's Office. They maintain records of all booking photos taken at the time of arrest. You can visit their office at 106 E Union St, Liberty, IN 47353, or check their website for any available online resources to view or request mugshots.

How do I get a criminal background check in Union County, Indiana?

To obtain a criminal background check in Union County, Indiana, you can request a Limited Criminal History from the Indiana State Police. This can be done online through the Indiana State Police website or by visiting the Union County Sheriff's Office for assistance. Ensure you have the necessary identification and any required fees for processing your request.

How can I look up sex offenders in Union County, Indiana?

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

How do I register to vote in Union County, Indiana?

To register to vote in Union County, you can register online at indianavoters.in.gov, in person at the Union County Clerk's Office at the courthouse in Liberty (26 West Union Street), or at any Indiana BMV license branch. You must register at least 29 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. You can also request absentee ballots through the Clerk's Office at (765) 458-6119 if you meet Indiana's absentee voting criteria, or vote early in person at designated early voting locations beginning 28 days before the election.

How do I look up property records in Union County, Indiana?

Property records in Union County are maintained by the Union County Recorder's Office at 26 West Union Street, Liberty, IN 47353, phone (765) 458-5444. The Recorder maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other documents affecting real property. For property tax assessment information, contact the Assessor at (765) 458-5662. Limited online property tax data may be available through the Indiana Gateway portal at gateway.ifionline.org, but deed searches typically require visiting or calling the Recorder's Office directly.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Union County, Indiana?

Birth and death certificates for Union County residents are issued by the Indiana State Department of Health, Vital Records Division, 2 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Certified birth certificates cost $28.00 and death certificates cost $20.00, with processing taking 4-6 weeks by mail. You can also order online through VitalChek at vitalchek.com for faster service with additional fees. For marriage licenses, contact the Union County Clerk at (765) 458-6119 at the courthouse in Liberty.

How do I find business license records in Union County, Indiana?

For local business name registrations (DBA or fictitious names), contact the Union County Clerk's Office at (765) 458-6119 at 26 West Union Street, Liberty. For formal business entities like LLCs and corporations, search the Indiana Secretary of State's INBiz portal at inbiz.in.gov, which provides free online access to registered business names, registered agents, and filing information. Professional licenses are issued by state licensing boards rather than the county, and can be searched through the relevant state agency or the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency.

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