Brownsburg Court Records Lookup

Brownsburg court records are filed through the Hendricks County Clerk's Office at the courthouse in Danville. Brownsburg is part of Hendricks County and uses the county court system for all civil, criminal, and family cases. The town also has its own Town Court that handles traffic and local ordinance matters. You can look up Brownsburg court records for free on MyCase or contact the clerk's office in Danville for in-person help with case files and document copies.

Hendricks County Clerk for Brownsburg

Marjorie Pike serves as the Hendricks County Clerk. The clerk's office is at 51 W Main St, Suite 104, in Danville. You can call (317) 745-9388 or 317-745-9231 to ask about court records, check on a case, or find out about copy fees. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Brownsburg has its own Town Court (Hendricks/Brownsburg Town Court, 32I02) that went live on October 1, 2015. The town court deals with traffic tickets, local ordinance violations, and minor offenses in Brownsburg. Cases from the town court appear on MyCase along with county court cases. Hendricks County is in Judicial District 16, which also includes Morgan County. More serious cases go through the Hendricks County Circuit or Superior Courts at the main courthouse in Danville.

Search Brownsburg Court Records

Use MyCase to search court records for Brownsburg. This free tool from the Indiana Judicial Branch covers all 92 counties and all city and town courts on the Odyssey system. Search by name, case number, or citation. The results page shows case type, filing date, parties, and hearing dates. Some documents can be viewed right from the results.

Anyone may search MyCase for public, non-confidential case information and documents. Many documents are available online free of charge. This is a fast way to look up court records for Brownsburg without leaving home. If you need something that is not on MyCase, call the Hendricks County Clerk at (317) 745-9388 to see what is in the file.

The Hendricks County court page on the Indiana Courts website has details on each court in the county. Brownsburg residents can use this page to figure out which court handles their type of case and how to reach the right people. The page also has links to e-filing and local rules.

Note: There is at least a 24-hour delay between filing and online posting on MyCase.

Brownsburg Court Search Portal

The image below shows the MyCase search page where Brownsburg residents can look up Hendricks County court records.

Enter a name or case number to get results. The site works on any device and does not require an account for basic searches.

Types of Court Records in Brownsburg

Hendricks County courts handle a full range of cases for Brownsburg. Criminal records include felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. Civil records cover lawsuits, contract disputes, and debt collection. Family law records deal with divorce, custody, child support, and adoption. Probate records cover estates, wills, and guardianship. Small claims cases use a simpler process with lower filing fees for disputes under a set dollar amount.

Most court records in Brownsburg are public. The Indiana Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3) gives anyone the right to inspect and copy public records. Some types are kept from the public, including juvenile cases, mental health records, and adoption files. The Rules on Access to Court Records explain what is excluded and how to request access to restricted documents through a formal written request to the court.

Brownsburg Court Filing Fees

Filing fees for Brownsburg cases follow the Indiana statewide schedule. A civil case costs $157. Divorce filings run $157 to $177. Small claims are $87 (e-filed) or $97 (in person). Estate and guardianship cases cost $177. Sheriff service adds $28. Certified copies of court records cost $1 to $3 per page.

E-filing through efile.incourts.gov is an option for those who want to file court papers without driving to Danville. The state payment portal accepts online payments for court fines. The Hendricks County Clerk accepts credit cards at the counter, but a convenience fee applies. Call ahead to check current rates and payment options at (317) 745-9388.

Legal Help for Brownsburg

Free forms and legal guides are at Indiana Legal Help. The site covers divorce, protective orders, small claims, name changes, and other common matters. All forms are free to download. This is helpful for Brownsburg residents handling a case without an attorney.

The Indiana Court Directory lists all Hendricks County courts with contact info. The Indiana State Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. Court staff in Danville can point you to the right forms and courtroom, though they cannot provide legal advice on your case.

Hendricks County Court Information

This screenshot from the Hendricks County court page shows court details for Brownsburg and the county.

The page has links to local rules, e-filing info, and contact details for each court in Hendricks County.

Hendricks County Court Records

Brownsburg is in Hendricks County. Court filings go through the Hendricks County Clerk in Danville. For full county court info, fees, and other resources, visit the Hendricks County page.

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