Fulton County Court Records Search
Fulton County court records are kept by Clerk Dawn Ziemek at the courthouse in Rochester. The county has two courts: Fulton County Circuit and Fulton County Superior Court. Both courts produce records that the clerk maintains. You can search Fulton County court records for free through Indiana's statewide MyCase portal or visit the clerk's office to get copies of filings, orders, and other documents. The clerk also serves as the chief financial officer for all court revenues.
Fulton County Quick Facts
Fulton County Clerk of Courts
Dawn Ziemek is the Clerk of Courts in Fulton County. The clerk's office is at 815 Main Street in Rochester, IN 46975. Call (574) 223-2911 or fax 574-223-8304. The email is clerk@co.fulton.in.us. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Indiana has 92 counties, and each one is served by a Clerk of the Circuit Court. In Fulton County, the clerk handles records for both the Circuit Court and the Superior Court. The clerk serves as the chief financial officer for all revenues collected on behalf of the court. This means all filing fees, fines, and court costs go through the clerk's office in Fulton County. If you need to make a court-ordered payment, this is where you do it.
The clerk's office also issues marriage licenses and handles other court-related services. For those who need a certified copy of a court record, you must visit the office in person or send a written request. Bring your case number if you have it. That makes the search faster.
| Clerk | Dawn Ziemek |
|---|---|
| Address | 815 Main Street, Rochester, IN 46975 |
| Phone | (574) 223-2911 |
| Fax | 574-223-8304 |
| clerk@co.fulton.in.us | |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Website | co.fulton.in.us - Clerk of Courts |
Search Fulton County Cases Online
You can search Fulton County court records for free at MyCase.in.gov. This is Indiana's statewide case search portal. It runs on the Odyssey Case Management System, which all 92 counties use. Search by party name, case number, or citation. Results show case type, status, parties, and filing dates. Some documents are available to view or download at no cost.
Indiana law under IC 5-14-3 makes most court records public. Anyone can inspect and copy these records. You do not need to be a party to a case. Civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and most family law filings in Fulton County are all accessible. Some records are excluded under the Indiana Supreme Court's access rules. Juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, and sealed records are not available through public search.
Marriage license records for Fulton County can be searched through the Indiana marriage license lookup tool. This covers all counties in the state.
Note: Online records may not include every document in a case, so contact the Fulton County clerk for the complete file.
Fulton County Court Pages
The Fulton County official website provides access to all county departments and services.
From this site you can reach the clerk's office, courts, and other county departments in Fulton County.
The Fulton County Clerk of Courts page has details on the clerk's role, contact info, and links to court services.
This page explains the clerk's duties and how to access court records in Fulton County. It is the best resource for anyone who needs to interact directly with the clerk's office.
Courts in Fulton County
Fulton County has two courts. The Circuit Court handles the broadest range of cases. It is the constitutionally created court and has general jurisdiction over civil, criminal, and family law matters. The Superior Court handles additional cases assigned to it. Both courts produce records that are managed through the clerk's office in Rochester.
The Odyssey system tracks all case activity for both courts. When a new case is filed, it gets a case number and enters the system. Every motion, hearing, and order is logged. The clerk keeps the official paper files as well. If you need the official court record for a case in Fulton County, you must get it from the clerk. Online records are for information only.
Legal Resources for Fulton County
For free legal forms and guides, visit Indiana Legal Help. The site covers family law, small claims, expungement, and other common topics. It is run by the Indiana Supreme Court and is a good resource for anyone going to court without a lawyer in Fulton County.
The Indiana Courts Directory lists all courts, judges, and clerks in the state. Use it to find direct contact info and local rules for the Fulton County courts. If you need to apply for a passport, note that the U.S. State Department passport site has information on where to apply, though passport applications are a separate service from court records.
Nearby Counties
Fulton County is in north-central Indiana. These are the surrounding counties. Confirm your address before filing to make sure you go to the right courthouse.