Posey County Court Records

Posey County court records refer to paper, recordings, photographs, and other materials prepared and maintained by the court system to document legal proceedings. They include a variety of documents, such as pleas, motions, orders, petitions, summons, and dockets. Posey Court Records cover general information about cases, such as names of case parties, dockets, case numbers, dates, and other important case-related actions and decisions by the court. These documents serve as formal adjudicative records and an educational and informational aid for the public.

Are Court Records Public in Posey County?

Yes. All court records (case records and administrative records) are classified as Posey County public records under the Indiana Rules of Access to Court Records, except otherwise provided by this act or other statute. Note that certain records are confidential by court order. Rule 5 of the Indiana Rules for Access to Court Records outlines general exemptions from the Public Records Act:

• Records sealed per the Access to Public Records Act
• Mental health records
• Records pertaining to an ongoing investigation or criminal proceeding
• Paternity records
• Drug or substance abuse records
• Complete social security and account numbers, personal identification numbers, and passwords of living persons
• Medical records created or compiled by the examiner and the medical service provider report pursuant to Rule 35

Confidential court records may only be released to third parties in compliance with court authorization. Otherwise, they may only be accessed by case parties, their attorneys, persons or entities involved in providing court services, and public agencies whose access to court records is defined by other statutes, rules, orders, or policies.

Posey County Court Records Search

The Posey County Clerk of Court is the primary custodian for the county's Superior and Circuit Courts. Records not exempt from public access can be accessed from the following sources:

• In person at the clerk's office
• Online via the MyCase platform
• Third-party websites

Posey County Courts

The Posey County court system comprises two courts: the Superior and Circuit Courts. The Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, whereas the Superior Court only handles civil cases. Below is the contact information of the courts in the county:

Posey County Circuit Court
Posey County Courthouse
300 Main Street,
P.O. Box 606
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
Phone: (812) 838-1302
Fax: (812) 838-1345

Posey County Superior Court
126 East 3rd Street,
P.O. Box 604
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
Phone: (812) 838-1325
Fax: (812) 838-1346

Posey County Criminal and Civil Records

A person's criminal court records provide a history of criminal proceedings and outcomes in their name. Posey County criminal records usually include records from other agencies, mainly law enforcement, and may contain Posey County arrest records. Civil records pertain to civil litigation, such as property disputes, complaints, settlements, personal injury, family law, and pleadings.

The Office of the County Clerk is responsible for recording and safekeeping all civil and criminal case records. This office also handles all record requests. Persons seeking a court record must possess a party's name, case number of the case of interest, and the required fee. Certified court records are obtainable from this office for a $3.00 fee, while plain copies cost $1.00. Inquirers may contact the clerk's office at:

Circuit Court (Courthouse)
300 Main Street, Room 115
Mt. Vernon, IN 47620
Superior Court (Coliseum)
126 East Third Street,
Room 133
Mt. Vernon, IN 47620
Phone: (812) 838-1306
Email: kay.kilgore@poseycountyin.gov.

The MyCase portal offers free court record searches for most counties in Indiana, including Posey County. People can search by case, case party, or attorney information on this platform. Basic information required to perform a search includes a case party's full name, date of birth, and case number. Since this database contains records for multiple counties, indicating the specific county where a case was filed can help narrow down search results.

Posey County Marriage Records

The county clerk of court maintains Posey County marriage records. Individuals can request copies of marriage licenses issued by the county clerk's office at $1 per plain copy and $3 per certified copy. These records can also be viewed online using the Marriage License Public Lookup tool. Searches usually require the first and last names of both applicants and the marriage year (range). Marriage records, although assumed to be generally public, may be subject to exemptions due to confidentiality requests or restrictions.

Posey County Divorce Records

Divorce cases are filed with the Posey County Circuit Court. Related records are preserved by the Posey County Clerk's Office. This office is also responsible for public record requests. Case information can also be accessed online through the MyCase platform. Users are allowed to search for cases by case, attorney, or party details. Relevant information needed for a search includes case number, case party's full name, and date of birth.

Posey County Birth Records

Posey County birth records help people perform genealogy tracing, among other important applications. A person typically needs their Posey County birth certificate throughout their lifetime, as it is required for most official engagements, such as when enrolling in school or applying for an ID.

The Vital Records Registrar at the Posey County Health Department issues birth certificates for $15.00 each. Fees are payable by cash, local check, and debit/credit cards. Money orders and cashier's checks are required for out-of-county residents.

Posey County Death Records

Death records are obtainable from the Vital Records Office of the Posey County Health Department for $18.00 each. However, certified copies of death certificates are not public. Also, a person's cause of death is not public information. Certified copies of death certificates can only be released to direct relatives, legal representation, authorized persons, and certain government entities.

Posey County Probate Court Records

Probate court records are assumed to be generally public. However, due to the sensitive nature of most information and documents filed during the process, such as death certificates, financial statements, and trust agreements, certain records or portions thereof may be restricted from public access.

Notwithstanding, public probate records may be accessed through the County Clerk of Court's Office. Online access may be achieved using the MyCase platform. Requesters need a case party's name or a case number to conduct a search. Probate cases are filed at the county's circuit court.

Posey County Property Records

Property records detail transactions involving personal property, real estate, mining, leases, liens, subdivision plats, mortgages, personal bonds, etc. Posey County property records are public and are maintained by the County Recorder's Office, which is also responsible for their disposition. These instruments are the legal basis for determining property ownership and are maintained for safekeeping and future reference.

Members of the public may access documents indexed and imaged by this county using Tapestry or Laredo. Both resources require payments for usage, with fees varying with the different payment plans featured on the site. For in-person inquiries, contact the recorder's office at:

126 East Third Street
Room 215
Mt. Vernon, IN 47620
Phone: (812) 838-1314
Email: chris.hoehn@poseycountyin.gov.

Posey County Court Records Online

The Odyssey case management system is the official online court record search tool for the state of Indiana. Alternatively, people can use private repositories like Indianacourtrecords.us. Online access to court records is most convenient, as a person only needs an internet connection and the case party's name. Moreover, many of these online resources are free and are compatible with mobile and desktop devices. However, the accuracy and completeness of information obtainable from third-party websites are not guaranteed because they are not directly affiliated with the courts.