Owen County Court Records

Owen County court records are the official documentation of legal proceedings within Owen County, IN. The documents encompass files, audio recordings, visuals, and videos whose purpose is to uphold the integrity of Owen County's judicial system by ensuring accountability, equity, and fairness of judicial processes.

Owen County court records case files on a wide range of legal matters, such as:

• Personal injury claims
• Contract disputes
• Torts
• Family law cases
• Civil rights violations
• Probate and estate cases
• Employment disputes
• Consumer protection.

Generally, court records contain information about case filings, prosecutions, and outcomes, including:

• Filing dates
• Names of litigants
• Complaints or petitions
• Answers or responses
• Motions
• Evidence or exhibits
• Orders
• Judgments.

In Owen County, the Clerk of the Circuit Court Office is the custodian of court records. Record seekers may also access Owen County arrest records and other criminal case-related documents as part of Owen County court records.

Are Court Records Public in Owen County?

Yes, court records are public in Owen County. Public access to Owen County's court records is established by § 5-14-3 of the Indiana Code and Indiana Administrative Rule 9. Notwithstanding the right to access Owen County's court records, there is an exemption to public exposure of records that infringe privacy. Hence, there is a restriction on Owen County's court records relating to:

• Juvenile trials
• Adoption cases
• Mental health commitments
• Guardianship of minors
• Confidential Informants and Sealed Search Warrants
• Details of protective orders and certain family law cases.

Owen County Court Records Search

Owen County court records are accessible through the Indiana Courts MyCase Access Portal. Users may search for Owen County court records by name, case number, and other criteria. Record seekers may also visit or mail requests to the Owen County Clerk of Circuit Court.

Owen County Courts

The Owen County Circuit Court is the sole county-level judicial institution within Owen County, IN. As a constitutional court of general jurisdiction, it handles all legal trials, including civil, criminal, family law, and probate cases. The Owen County Circuit Court is a unified system comprising Circuit Courts I and II. Interested individuals may contact the Owen County Circuit Court at:

Owen County Circuit Court I
Owen County Courthouse
60 S. Main Street, 3rd Floor,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5030

Owen County Circuit Court II
60 S. Main Street, 2nd Floor,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5046

Owen County Criminal and Civil Records

Owen County criminal and civil records are case files on legal trials within the Circuit Court in Owen County, IN. These include documents on non-criminal disputes between entities, including but not limited to case files on:

• Contract disputes
• Landlord-tenant disagreements
• Torts
• Small claims
• Property disputes
• Personal injury claims
• Family law cases
• Consumer protection
• Employment disputes
• Probate cases.

In addition, Owen County arrest records are part of the broader Owen County criminal court records for arrests that result in criminal convictions.

For online access to Owen County's criminal and civil case records, record seekers may log into the Indiana Courts MyCase Odyssey System and use the search tools to look for Owen County criminal and civil case records. Alternatively, inquirers may call the Owen County Clerk of the Circuit Court at (812) 829-5015, or visit or send a mail request to their office at:

Owen County Courthouse
60 S. Main Street, Room 100,
P.O. Box 146
Spencer,
IN 47460.

Owen County Marriage Records

Owen County marriage records are public. Any interested individual may request and obtain certified copies of these documents.
Individuals seeking copies of Owen County marriage certificates and licenses should call (812) 829-5015, visit, or send mail requests to the Owen County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Recorder of Vital Records Office at:

60 S. Main Street, Room 100,
P.O. Box 146,
Spencer,
IN 47460

Alternatively, visit the Indiana Courts Marriage License Public Lookup Portal and search for Owen County marriage licenses issued from 1933 to the present.

Owen County Divorce Records

In Owen County, divorce records are publicly accessible. However, accessibility is limited to uncontested or non-confidential portions of divorce filings. The Owen County Clerk of the Circuit Court will deny public access to sealed records and redact sensitive information, including:

• Personal identifiers such as Social Security Numbers
• Tax returns
• Financial statements
• Protective orders
• Child-related data
• Mental health assessment.

For information about Owen County divorces:

• Log in to the Indiana Courts MyCase Access Portal
• Choose a criterion from the available options
• Fill out the text fields with the necessary information
• Select Owen County from the Court menu and submit.

As an alternative, call, mail, or visit the Owen County Circuit Court Clerk's Office at:

60 S Main Street, Room 100,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5015

Owen Birth Records

In Owen County and other parts of Indiana, birth records are confidential documents; only individuals with direct and tangible interests may access these documents. Access to an Owen County birth record is limited to:

• The individual named on the document (if 18 years or older)
• Parents listed on the records
• Legal guardian
• Authorized legal representatives
• Government agencies with legitimate legal interests.

Owen County birth records are official identification documents with crucial personal, legal, and administrative roles. These documents prove citizenship and qualify their owners for U.S. government benefits and social services. Furthermore, birth records establish family ties and provide crucial data for health trend analysis, policy-making, and resource allocations.

For copies of Owen County birth certificates:

• Download and complete a State Form 49607, Application for Search and Certified Copy of Birth Record
• Enclose a photocopy of a valid government-issued photo ID and a check or money order to cover applicable fees (Owen County birth record costs $10.00 for the first copy and $4.00 for each additional copy)

• Apply in person or mail it to either of the following addresses:

  Owen County Health Department/Vital Records Office
  751 E. Franklin Street,
  Spencer,
  IN 47460
  Phone: (812) 829-5017

  Indiana Department of Health
  Division of Vital Records
  2 North Meridian Street,
  Indianapolis,
  IN 46204

  Mailing Address:
  P.O. Box 7125,
  Indianapolis,
  IN 46206-7125.

Requesters may also order Owen County birth certificates online through the Indiana Department of Health website. For copies of Owen County's historical birth records, contact the Owen County Public Library at:

10 South Montgomery Street,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-3392
Fax: (812) 829-6165.

Owen Death Records

Owen County death records less than 50 years old are confidential documents. According to Indiana Code § 16-37-1-10, only the immediate family members of the deceased, authorized legal representatives, persons with direct legitimate interests, and individuals with court orders may access these documents.

Owen County death records are vital administrative and legal documents that play crucial roles in life insurance and inheritance claims. Furthermore, death records aid public health surveillance, government health policy-making, and resource allocations.
For copies of Owen County death records from 1882 to the present:

• Download and complete Form 49606
• Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued photo ID and a check or money order to cover the necessary payments (a copy of Owen County death records costs $8.00 and $4.00 for each additional copy)

• Mail the application to the Owen County Health Department/Vital Records Office or the Indiana Department of Health Division of Vital Records through the following addresses:

  Owen County Health Department/Vital Records Office
  751 E. Franklin Street,
  Spencer,
  IN 47460

  Indiana Department of Health
  Division of Vital Records
  P.O. Box 7125,
  Indianapolis,
  IN 46206-7125.

Individuals seeking Owen County's historical death records should contact the Owen County Public Library.

Owen County Probate Court Records

Owen County probate records are the official documentation of probate trials within the Owen County Circuit Court. These documents include, but are not limited to, case files on guardianships, conservatorships, Will contests, and trust Administration.

Owen County probate court records are accessible through the Indiana Courts MyCase Portal. Interested individuals may search for information about Owen County probate trials by name or case number. Alternatively, mail or visit the Owen County Clerk of the Circuit Court at:

Owen County Courthouse
60 S. Main Street, Room 100,
P.O. Box 146,
Spencer,
IN 47460.

Owen County Property Records

Owen County property records are official details on real estate within Owen County. These include property-related documents and information, including deeds, building permits, zoning records, plat maps, property tax records, liens and encumbrances, and property sales histories.
Several agencies maintain property records in Owen County, and accessing them depends on the type of property-related document. The following options are available for individuals seeking access to property records in Owen County.

Searchers typically need to log in to the Owen County GIS Portal for online access to Owen County's property ownership details, parcel maps, and property boundaries. Alternatively, access Owen County property records through the Tapestry Land Records Via Internet website on a pay-per-search basis or subscribe to the Laredo Land Records Document Search Engine.

Individuals who prefer mail-in or walk-in access to Owen County's property records should call, mail, or visit the following offices during office hours:

Owen County Assessor's Office (assessed property values, land and building characteristics, and property class and usage details)
60 S Main Street,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5028

Owen County Auditor's Office (property ownership and transfer details, tax duplicate records, and tax exemption information)
60 S Main Street,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5005

Owen County Recorder's Office (deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, easements, plats, and surveys)
60 S Main Street,
Spencer,
IN 47460
Phone: (812) 829-5013

Owen County Court Records Online

Generally, Owen County court records are accessible through the Indiana Courts MyCase Access Portal. Third-party online resources may also offer convenient routes for Owen County court records. Private online platforms such as Indianacourtrecords.us aggregate documents from various courts and make them accessible in one place. Inquirers from different parts of the globe may access Owen County court records through advanced search tools. However, users should be cautious when using non-official sources. These websites do not guarantee the accuracy and completeness of documents.