Crawford County Court Records

Crawford County court records are kept at the clerk office in English, Indiana. Lisa Stephenson-Holzbog serves as the Circuit Clerk and oversees all case filings and record keeping for the Crawford County courts. The clerk issues summons, warrants, subpoenas, and writs authorized by the Circuit Court. You can search for court records online through MyCase or visit the clerk office at the Judicial Plaza in English to request copies and review case files from Crawford County.

Crawford County Circuit Clerk

Lisa Stephenson-Holzbog is the Circuit Clerk for Crawford County. The office is located at 715 Judicial Plaza Drive in English, Indiana. You can reach the clerk at (812) 338-2565. The Circuit Clerk issues summons, warrants, subpoenas, and writs authorized by the Circuit Court for delivery by the Crawford County Sheriff. The clerk also maintains a file of all cases pending with the Circuit Court, as well as a record of all past court cases and their dispositions.

The Crawford Circuit Clerk website has information on office services and how to contact the clerk for records requests. Attorneys are required to e-file in Crawford County, which means many recent filings are available electronically through the court system. The Crawford County clerk page on IN.gov also provides contact details and links to court services.

Search Crawford County Records Online

The statewide MyCase portal is the main way to search Crawford County court records online. This system covers all 92 Indiana counties. You can search by name or case number. The system shows case summaries, filing dates, and some court documents for public cases. It is free and open to anyone.

Crawford County may also have records available through the Crawford County municipal court search. This local portal may cover cases filed at the municipal level. The Indiana court page for Crawford County lists all courts and contact details for the county.

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 generally accessible to the public. Some records are excluded under Rule 5, including juvenile, mental health, and adoption files.

Note: Attorneys are required to e-file in Crawford County, which means many recent documents are in the electronic system.

Crawford County Court Case Types

Crawford County courts handle civil, criminal, family, and probate cases. Civil cases include lawsuits, small claims, and contract disputes. Criminal cases cover everything from traffic offenses to felony charges. Family law matters like divorce, custody, child support, and protective orders are part of the regular caseload. Probate cases deal with wills, estates, and guardianships.

The clerk maintains a complete record of all past court cases and their dispositions. This means you can search for older cases as well as current ones. The Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records set the framework for what is public. Most records are accessible, but certain categories like juvenile cases and records with sensitive personal information are excluded from public access.

Each case file in Crawford County includes all filings, orders, and documents submitted during the course of the case. The clerk keeps these files as permanent records of the court.

Getting Copies from Crawford County

To get copies of Crawford County court records, contact the clerk office at (812) 338-2565. The office provides both plain and certified copies. Certified copies are stamped with the official seal and can be used for legal purposes. Plain copies are for informational use. Under IC 5-14-3-9, agencies may charge reasonable fees for copying records.

The Indiana Judicial Branch public records page provides general guidance on how to request court records from any Indiana county, including Crawford County. If you need assistance with legal forms or understanding court processes, Indiana Legal Help is a free resource that covers a wide range of topics.

Cities in Crawford County

English is the county seat and the main community in Crawford County. Other towns include Leavenworth, Marengo, and Milltown. Crawford County is a rural county in southern Indiana. All court cases are filed through the Crawford County Circuit Clerk at the Judicial Plaza in English. No cities in the county meet the 25,000 population threshold for a separate page.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Crawford County in southern Indiana. Court records must be searched in the county where the case was filed.