Noble County Court Records
Noble County court records are maintained by Clerk Tammy Bremer at the courthouse in Albion, Indiana. The clerk's office files all new cases and stores existing court records for the county. You can search Noble County court records through the state's MyCase system or through the county's own record search portal. The office sits at 101 North Orange Street in Albion and is open Monday through Friday. All civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for Noble County go through this office, and copies of court documents are available to the public.
Noble County Quick Facts
Noble County Clerk of Courts
Tammy Bremer is the Clerk of Courts for Noble County. The office is at the Noble County Courthouse, 101 North Orange Street in Albion, IN 46701. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The staff handles all court filings and records for the county. They can search for cases, make copies, and certify documents.
The Noble County Clerk accepts cash, money orders, and MasterCard and Visa credit or debit cards for payments. No personal checks are accepted for any transactions. This applies to filing fees, copy fees, and any other payments you make at the clerk's office. Keep this in mind when you visit to pick up court records.
The Noble County Clerk's Office page on the state website has details about services and fees. Here is what the page looks like.
That page lists the contact details, fee schedule, and payment methods for the Noble County Clerk.
| Clerk | Tammy Bremer |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 North Orange Street, Albion, IN 46701 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Payment | Cash, Money Orders, MasterCard, Visa (No Personal Checks) |
| Website | Noble County Clerk |
Search Noble County Court Records Online
Noble County offers two online tools for searching court records. The first is mycase.in.gov, Indiana's free statewide portal. Search by name, case number, or date to find cases filed in Noble County. The results show docket information, parties, and hearing schedules.
The second option is the Noble County record search portal. This is a local tool that lets you search for court records specific to the county. It may be faster for looking up Noble County cases since it only covers local filings. Below is a view of the search page.
The local search tool shown above is another way to find case information for Noble County court records.
The Indiana Courts page for Noble County lists the local courts, judges, and contact details. This page is a good starting point if you want to know how the court system is set up before you start searching for records.
Noble County Court Fees
Noble County has a clear fee schedule for court costs and filing fees. As of July 1, 2021, certified documents are $3 per copy. This is one of the more affordable rates for certified copies in Indiana. The sheriff service fee is $28.00 if you need to have someone served with court papers in Noble County.
Other fees in Noble County include:
- Small claims filing: $97.00 plus $10.00 per additional defendant plus $28.00 sheriff service
- Marriage license: $25.00 for Indiana residents, $65.00 for out of county
- Certified copies: $3.00 each
- Sheriff service: $28.00
The small claims limit is $10,000.00 for individuals and $6,000.00 for businesses without an attorney in Noble County. These limits apply to the amount you can sue for in small claims court. If your claim is higher, you need to file a civil case instead, which has a different fee structure.
Note: All fees are subject to change, so contact the Noble County Clerk at the courthouse in Albion to verify current rates.
Noble County Court System
Noble County is part of the 57th Judicial Circuit. The Circuit Court is the main trial court. A Superior Court also operates in the county. Both courts handle a range of cases, and all records go through the clerk's office at the courthouse in Albion.
Under Indiana Code 33-33-57, the Noble County courts are set up to serve the residents of the area. Judges hear civil, criminal, family, and probate cases on regular schedules. Court dates and docket information are available through MyCase. The courthouse in Albion is the central location for all court proceedings in Noble County. If you are not sure which court handles your type of case, the clerk can help you figure that out.
Court Records Available in Noble County
Noble County court records include civil, criminal, family, and probate files. Civil records cover lawsuits, small claims, property disputes, and contract cases. Criminal records include traffic violations, misdemeanors, and felonies. Family law records deal with divorce, custody, support, and protective orders.
Most records in Noble County are public under Indiana Code 5-14-3. Juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, and sealed files are restricted under Rule 5 of the Indiana Rules on Access to Court Records. All other records are open. Anyone can request copies from the clerk, and you do not need to be a party to the case. Certified copies cost $3 each and carry the clerk's seal for legal use.
Cities in Noble County
Noble County has several small cities and towns. Albion is the county seat. No cities in Noble County reach the 25,000 population mark, so all court business is handled at the county level.
Communities in Noble County include Albion, Kendallville, Ligonier, Avilla, and Cromwell. All court records for these towns go through the Noble County Clerk of Courts in Albion.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Noble County. Check your address to make sure you file your case in the correct county.