New Albany Court Records
New Albany court records are managed by the Floyd County Clerk of Courts. As the county seat of Floyd County, New Albany is home to the main courthouse where all county court filings take place. The city has a population of about 37,500 and sits along the Ohio River in southern Indiana. You can search New Albany court records for free through the state's MyCase portal or visit the clerk's office in person. Floyd County has a Circuit Court and three Superior Courts, and the clerk's office keeps records for all of them. Danita Burks serves as the Floyd County Clerk.
New Albany Quick Facts
Floyd County Clerk in New Albany
Danita Burks is the Floyd County Clerk. The clerk's office is at 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, Indiana 47150. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The office closes for lunch from 12:00 to 1:00 PM. Call (812) 948-5411 for questions about court records. You can also email the clerk at dburks@floydcounty.in.gov.
| Clerk | Danita Burks |
|---|---|
| Address | 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, IN 47150 |
| Phone | (812) 948-5411 |
| Fax | (812) 948-4711 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed 12:00-1:00 PM) |
| Website | floydcountyclerk.org |
Floyd County has a Circuit Court and three Superior Courts. The Circuit Court can be reached at 812-948-5455. Superior Court 1 is at 812-948-5450, Superior Court 2 at 812-948-5488, and Superior Court 3 at 812-948-5257. All of these courts create records that the clerk's office maintains. Whether you need civil, criminal, or family court records in New Albany, the clerk's office is the place to go.
Note: The clerk's office closes for lunch from 12:00 to 1:00 PM each day, so plan visits around that break.
Search New Albany Court Records Online
The fastest way to find New Albany court records is through MyCase. This free statewide search tool covers all 92 Indiana counties. The system uses the Odyssey Case Management System, which has been running in every county since December 2021. Search by name, case number, or citation number. Results show case type, filing date, parties, and scheduled hearings. Many documents are free to view.
The Floyd County Clerk's website also has information about records and services available in New Albany. You can find details on how to request copies, what fees apply, and which court division handles which types of cases. The Floyd County clerk page on IN.gov is another good resource for finding court info in New Albany.
Remember that there is always a delay between when a filing happens at the courthouse and when it shows up online. Expect at least 24 hours. For the most current status on a New Albany case, call the clerk's office directly.
New Albany Court Search Portal
Below is the MyCase portal used to search court records in New Albany and throughout Floyd County.
Enter a name or case number to get started. The tool is free and works on any device. You do not need to create an account to view public case info on MyCase.
New Albany Court Fees and Payments
The Floyd County Clerk accepts cash, money orders, and cashier's checks for court fees. Major credit and debit cards are also accepted. All non-cash payments can be made through the Indiana State Central Collections Unit (INSCCU) or by calling 1-866-972-9427. Online payments for traffic tickets and criminal fines are available through the state payment portal.
If you got a traffic ticket in New Albany, wait at least two weeks before trying to pay online. It takes up to 14 days for the clerk to receive the officer's reports. Filing fees for court cases in Floyd County follow the statewide schedule. A civil case costs $157 to file. Divorce filings run $157 to $177. Small claims start at $87 to $97. Certified copies of court records are $1 to $3 per page in most situations.
Court Records Access in New Albany
Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3) gives the public the right to inspect and copy court records during regular business hours. This applies to all records at the Floyd County Clerk's Office in New Albany. Agencies must respond to requests within a reasonable time, typically seven business days.
Not all records are open to the public, though. The Rules on Access to Court Records adopted by the Indiana Supreme Court list several exceptions. Juvenile records, mental health cases, adoption files, and records with sensitive personal data are excluded from public access. Protection order cases also have limits. If you need a restricted record, you can file a motion with the court under Rule 9 of the access rules. Fees for copies must be reasonable under IC 5-14-3-9.
Legal Resources in New Albany
Free legal forms and self-help tools are available at Indiana Legal Help. The site covers family law, housing, estates, and more. Forms for divorce, name changes, and protective orders are all there. New Albany residents can use these tools to handle court matters on their own.
The Floyd County page on the Indiana Courts website lists all court divisions and local rules. The Indiana Court Directory has contact info for every trial court and clerk in the state. E-filing is available at efile.incourts.gov for those who want to file court documents from home. Court staff in New Albany can point you to the right forms and procedures, but they cannot offer legal advice.
The image above shows details from the Floyd County court page. It lists court divisions and contact details that are useful for New Albany residents looking for court records.
Floyd County Court Records
New Albany is the county seat of Floyd County. All court filings for the city go through the Floyd County court system. For full details on the county courts, clerk office, fees, and record access, visit the Floyd County page.
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