Fayette County Arrest Records

In Fayette County, Indiana, arrest records are a compilation of all information received or created during an arrest event. Such information may include the arrestees' names, physical descriptions, criminal charges, crime scene footage, and bond amount.

Arresting officers conduct arrests when there's probable cause to believe that an individual committed a crime. Officers may detain and book suspected offenders in the county jail until they fulfill bail conditions or get arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction.

Fayette County arrest records fall under the jurisdiction of law enforcement agencies like the county sheriff's office. The agency generates, maintains, and may release arrest records to interested parties. Other public entities also provide access to arrest information. For instance, arrest records may be accessible in Fayette County court records managed by the superior court.

Are Arrest Records Public in Fayette County?

Most arrest records are publicly accessible in Fayette County. Per Indiana Code § 5-14-3, public members have the right to obtain copies of public records from designated government agencies. The agencies must provide resources or options via which the public can obtain records.

However, government agencies can legally refuse requests for certain arrest information. Such exempt arrest records are generally classified as confidential under state laws. Examples of exempt arrest records include the following:

• Identifying information about crime victims and juvenile arrestees;
• Records that are expunged or sealed due to court orders.
• Information that is received or created to prevent or respond to acts of terrorism

Fayette County Arrest Statistics

Per the Indiana Management Performance Hub, Fayette County's arresting agencies made 37 arrests in 2024. The agencies made arrests for crimes against properties, society, and persons. In contrast, the county jail housed nine inmates as of April 2025.

Find Fayette County Arrest Records

Fayette County arrest records are accessible through resources or options maintained by government entities. For instance, public members can find arrest records by making an in-person request to the county sheriff's office. Other options for accessing arrest records include conducting searches on inmate or court case databases.

The Fayette County jail website hosts an online inmate roster. Inquirers must input the inmate name or booking date to view records on the roster.

The Indiana Department of Corrections, via a searchable platform, also provides online access to inmate records. Inquirers may input the inmate's name or DOC number to view records on the platform.

Conversely, you can locate inmate records through the Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator. The platform provides information on inmates currently serving time in federal prisons. To access records on the platform, inquirers may search by inmate name or prison-identifying number.

Fayette County Arrest Records vs. Criminal Records

In Fayette County, arrest records differ from criminal records in these aspects:

The records contain different information

Fayette County arrest records only provide details about arrest events. The records may include the arrestee's data, criminal charges, and circumstances of the arrest event. However, criminal records compile arrest, court, and sentencing information.

The records are accessible through different agencies.

You will mostly find arrest records under the purview of an arresting agency. The agency is responsible for generating reports of all arrest events by arresting officers. Conversely, the Indiana State Police is the official record custodian of criminal history records; the agency creates the records by collecting crime-related data from arresting agencies and courts.

The records have different implications for the record subject's life

Arrest records do not reveal if the arrestee was convicted of a crime. Thus, they do not negatively impact the record subject's life. However, this is not the case for those with a criminal record. They may face stigma or discrimination, especially if the conviction was for a violent or sex-related crime.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Fayette County arrest records do not expire. Instead, they remain visible on record until you expunge or seal them. There are set guidelines for expunging or sealing arrest records in Fayette County. First, the offender must meet the legal requirements before petitioning the court to expunge their arrest record.

Fayette County Arrest Warrants

Fayette County arrest warrants are court documents that authorize the arrest of suspected offenders. Under Indiana laws, court judges may issue warrants when there is a formal arrest charge or sufficient proof of the suspect's wrongdoing.

Arrest warrants issued in Fayette County must contain the following data:

• The suspect's name, aliases, and physical features.
• The offense description.
• The county and state where the warrant was issued.
• The court judge or clerk's name, signature, and official title.
• The bail amount
• The county sheriff's office address.
• A statement that the record subject must be arrested and brought before the court.

Do Fayette County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Fayette County arrest warrants have a lifetime validity. They remain active until the defendant is arrested or the court nullifies the directive. Note that the offender's location or the statute of limitations does not affect the warrant's validity.

Expunge Fayette County Arrest Records

You can expunge arrest records by filing a petition with the court where the arrest event occurred. To expunge arrest records, you must fulfill these criteria:

• The arrest did not lead to a conviction or adjudication.
• The arrest led to a conviction or adjudication but was later appealed.
• You were not convicted within one year of the arrest.

How to expunge arrest records in Fayette County

You can expunge Fayette County arrest records by following this guide:

1. Create a petition that contains the following data:
   1. The petitioner's name, birthdate, and social security number.
   2. Arrest date
   3. The county where the arrest occurred.
   4. The arresting agency and officer who conducted the arrest.
   5. Case number if the arrest resulted in an adjudication or conviction.
2. File the petition with a court of competent jurisdiction in Fayette County. For records that led to a conviction, file the petition with the court that heard the case.
3. Upon receiving the petition, the court will create a copy and forward it to the prosecuting agency. Next, the court will determine whether to grant or deny the request.