Boone County Court Records
Boone County court records are maintained at the clerk office in the courthouse in Lebanon, Indiana. Access to the courts often begins in the county clerk's office, which keeps all records of pleadings, motions, papers, evidence, and court rulings. You can search Boone County court records online through multiple portals or visit the clerk in person. The office serves as the official record keeper for all cases filed in Boone County courts, going back decades in some case types.
Boone County Quick Facts
Boone County Clerk of Courts
The Boone County clerk office is at the courthouse in Lebanon. The clerk maintains all records of pleadings, motions, papers, evidence, and court rulings. This includes every filing in every case type handled by the Boone County courts. You can reach the clerk at (765) 482-0540 for questions about records, filings, or court services.
The Boone County Clerk's Office website has details on services and filing procedures. The Boone Circuit Clerk site also provides information on court records and how to access them. The office processes filings for civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic cases. All of these produce records that become part of the Boone County court system.
| Address | Boone County Courthouse, Lebanon, IN |
|---|---|
| Phone | (765) 482-0540 |
| Website | boonecounty.in.gov |
Search Boone County Court Records Online
Boone County has multiple online options for searching court records. All cases since August 1993 may be searched on the Judici website. This is a local court records search tool that covers Boone County cases. You can search by name, case number, or date range. The site shows case details, hearing schedules, and some filing information.
The Boone Circuit Clerk court records page has more details on what is available online and how to request records that are not in the system. The document index extends back to January 1988 for deeds and January 1989 for all other recorded documents. For older records, you will need to visit the clerk office in person or send a written request.
The statewide MyCase portal also covers Boone County. Anyone can search MyCase for public, non-confidential case information free of charge. Under IC 5-14-3, any person may inspect and copy public records during regular business hours. The Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records (Rule 4) confirm that court records are accessible to the public except where specific exclusions apply.
Note: How far back online records go varies by case type in Boone County, so older cases may not appear in digital searches.
Court Records Available in Boone County
Boone County courts handle a full range of case types. Civil cases include lawsuits, small claims, and debt collection matters. Criminal cases cover misdemeanors and felonies. Family law cases like divorce, custody, and child support produce extensive court records. Probate cases deal with wills, estates, and guardianships. Each case type creates a file that the Boone County clerk maintains.
The Boone County Recorder's Office handles property records and deed recordings, which are separate from court records but sometimes related. If your search involves a property dispute or lien from a court case, you may need to check both the clerk and recorder offices in Boone County.
Under the Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records, Rule 5 excludes certain records from public access. These include juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, adoption files, and records with sensitive personal data. Everything else is open to the public in Boone County.
Legal Help in Boone County
Indiana Legal Help is a free website with legal forms and information for people who need to handle court matters on their own. The Indiana court directory has contact info and local rules for Boone County courts. These resources can help you understand the court process and know what records to expect from a Boone County case.
If you need certified copies of court records from Boone County, call the clerk at (765) 482-0540 to ask about fees and procedures. Certified copies carry the clerk's official seal and are accepted for legal purposes.
Cities in Boone County
Boone County includes the city of Zionsville, which has its own city page on this site. Lebanon is the county seat where the courthouse and clerk office are located. Other towns include Whitestown, which has been growing fast in recent years. All court cases in these communities go through the Boone County courts in Lebanon.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Boone County. Court records are filed in the county where the case originated, so check the right county before you search.