Search Putnam County Court Records
Putnam County court records are kept by Clerk Tracy L. Bridges at the courthouse in Greencastle, Indiana. The clerk administers the official court records for all court cases with jurisdiction in Putnam County. This includes civil suits, criminal cases, family law filings, and small claims. Putnam County is part of Judicial District 19, which also includes Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo counties. To search Putnam County court records, you can use Indiana's free Mycase system online or visit the clerk's office at Room 23 of the courthouse. This guide explains the search options and how to get copies.
Putnam County Quick Facts
Putnam County Clerk of Courts
Tracy L. Bridges serves as the Putnam County Clerk. The office is at the Putnam County Courthouse, Room 23, P.O. Box 546, Greencastle, IN 46135. The phone number is (765) 653-2648 and the fax is (765) 653-8405. You can also reach the office by email at clerk@co.putnam.in.us.
The Putnam County Clerk's office has slightly different hours than many Indiana counties. The office is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. On Tuesday, the hours extend to 6:00 PM. This Tuesday evening option is useful if you cannot make it during regular daytime hours. All court filings for Putnam County go through this office, and the staff can help with record searches and copy requests.
Visit co.putnam.in.us/departments for info about all Putnam County offices. The Indiana Courts page for Putnam County lists the local judges and court rules.
| Clerk | Tracy L. Bridges |
|---|---|
| Address | Putnam County Courthouse, Room 23 P.O. Box 546, Greencastle, IN 46135 |
| Phone | (765) 653-2648 |
| Fax | (765) 653-8405 |
| clerk@co.putnam.in.us | |
| Hours | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Putnam County Court Information
The Indiana Courts page for Putnam County shows the court structure and judicial district info for the county.
Putnam County is part of Judicial District 19. The counties in this district are Clay, Putnam, Sullivan, and Vigo. This page has links to local court rules, judge info, and contact details for Putnam County courts.
How to Search Putnam County Cases
The best free online tool for Putnam County court records is Mycase. Select Putnam County and type in a name or case number. Results show case type, parties, filing date, and status. The search is free and works from any device. No account is needed.
In person, go to Room 23 at the Putnam County Courthouse in Greencastle. The clerk can search by name or case number. If you need copies, staff can print them for a per-page fee. Certified copies cost more. Remember the extended Tuesday hours if you need to visit after 4 PM. Bring your ID and any case info you have.
You can also call (765) 653-2648 or email clerk@co.putnam.in.us with questions about specific Putnam County court records. Staff can tell you if a record exists and what you need to do to get a copy. They cannot give legal advice, but they can explain the process.
Putnam County Judicial District
Putnam County belongs to Judicial District 19, along with Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo counties. This means the same group of judges may rotate through these counties for certain types of cases. Each county still has its own clerk's office and its own court records. A case filed in Putnam County stays in the Putnam County system even if a District 19 judge from another county hears it.
If you are looking for a case and are not sure which county it was filed in, search Mycase statewide or check each of the District 19 counties separately. Putnam County court records are distinct from Clay, Sullivan, and Vigo county records. The clerk's office in Greencastle only handles Putnam County filings.
Public Records in Putnam County
Court records in Putnam County are public under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act. Anyone can request to see case filings, motions, orders, and judgments. You do not need to be involved in the case. Some records are restricted by law. Juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, and sealed records are not open to the public.
Indiana law also allows for expungement of certain records. If a record has been expunged by court order under Indiana Code 35-38-9, it will not show up in online searches and the clerk cannot disclose it. For all other Putnam County court records, public access is the default.
Copy fees at the Putnam County clerk's office are set by state rule. Regular copies are charged per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. If you need records for a legal matter, ask the clerk whether you need certified or regular copies.
Note: Faxed requests may be possible for some Putnam County records. Call the office at (765) 653-2648 to ask about fax options.
Cities in Putnam County
Putnam County has no cities with a population over 25,000. Greencastle is the county seat and home to DePauw University. Cloverdale and Roachdale are other towns in the county. All court records for Putnam County residents are filed at the courthouse in Greencastle.
Nearby Counties
Putnam County shares borders with several Indiana counties. Each county maintains its own court records at its own clerk's office.