Marion County court records, Indiana, are available through several channels. MarionCourt.us allows you to search for publicly available information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be viewed through the state's official system MyCase, by contacting the Marion County Clerk's Office in person or by phone, and by using public terminals in the courthouse.
Marion Court System & Jurisdictions
Marion County has a unique court structure — it is the only county in Indiana where local courts are integrated with the city government of Indianapolis. Judicial District 13 exclusively covers this county.
Marion Circuit Court is a constitutionally established court that handles civil cases, criminal cases (felonies), and cases regarding custody and child protection. The Marion County Clerk's Office maintains all records for this court.
The higher-level courts (Marion Superior Courts) are divided into specialized divisions:
- Criminal Division — felonies and serious misdemeanors
- Civil Division — lawsuits, contracts, damages
- Family Division — divorces, custody, alimony, protection orders
- Probate Division — inheritance, wills, adult guardianship
- Small Claims Court — disputes up to $10,000
Traffic violations and minor misdemeanors typically fall under the Traffic Court, which operates as part of the Superior Courts. To find out which division your case belongs to, visit the Marion County Courts page on the Indiana Judicial Branch website.
Marion Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
You can check the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week in several ways.
- MyCase — find your case on mycase.in.gov by party name or case number. The case card contains scheduled hearing dates.
- Marion County Court Calendar — the court records request page contains a link to the Marion County Trial Court Calendar, where current schedules are published.
- Call the court — if you cannot find information online, contact the office of the relevant court division directly. Contact details for each division are listed on the Indiana Judicial Branch website.
Schedules are updated daily, so check them the day before your scheduled hearing — time and room may change.
How to Get a Copy of a Marion Court Document
The Marion County Clerk's Office issues both certified and uncertified copies of court documents. A certified copy has the official stamp and signature of the clerk — it is usually required for submission to another court or government agency.
Three ways to get a copy:
- Online — basic case information and some documents can be viewed through MyCase. Official certified copies are not issued through this portal — they must be ordered from the clerk.
- In person — visit the clerk's office in the City-County Building. Bring the case number or the full name of the party and the approximate filing date.
- By mail — send a written request specifying the case number, type of document, and return address. Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount.
If the document is not available online, the Indiana Judicial Branch recommends contacting the court office directly where the case is being heard. Some records — including juvenile cases, sealed cases, and cases after expungement — are closed to public access.
Marion Court Records Fees & Payment
The fees for copies of court documents in Indiana are regulated by state law (IC 33-37). Below are typical fees for the Marion County Clerk's Office.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Uncertified copy (per page) | $1.00 |
| Certified copy (certification fee) | $5.00 per document (plus copying cost) |
| Database search (per request) | An additional fee may be charged depending on complexity |
| City-county public records (per page) | $0.04 |
The fee of $0.04 per page applies to general city-county public records according to Indianapolis public records policy. Court documents have a separate fee schedule. Payment is accepted in cash, check, or money order payable to the Marion County Clerk. Confirm acceptable forms of payment before visiting — not all divisions accept credit cards.
Viewing a public record directly in the office is free — fees are charged only for making copies. For complex requests or non-standard materials (maps, audio recordings), fees may vary.