Find Scott County Court Records

Scott County court records are managed by Clerk Michelle Shelton at the courthouse in Scottsburg, Indiana. Scott County is part of Judicial District 23, which also includes Clark and Floyd counties. The clerk's office at 1 E. McClain Ave handles all civil, criminal, and family case filings for Scott County. You can look up court records through Indiana's free Mycase portal or through Doxpop, a third-party service that also covers Indiana courts. In-person visits to the clerk's office are another option. This page explains how to find and get copies of Scott County court records.

Scott County Clerk of Courts

Michelle Shelton serves as the Scott County Clerk. The office is in the Scott County Courthouse at 1 E. McClain Ave, Suite 120, Scottsburg, IN 47170. The phone number is (812) 752-8420. Fax is (812) 752-5459. You can email the clerk at michelle.shelton@scottcounty.in.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Eastern time.

The clerk's office handles all court record filings for Scott County. This includes civil lawsuits, criminal cases, family matters like divorce and custody, and small claims. The clerk processes new filings, stores documents, and provides copies to anyone who asks. Staff can help you locate a case and explain what forms you need to fill out if you are filing something in Scott County.

Scott County Court Records Online

The Indiana Courts page for Scott County shows the court structure, judges, and local rules.

This page confirms that Scott County is in Judicial District 23, which covers Clark, Floyd, and Scott counties. It links to local court rules and judge information that can help you understand how cases move through the Scott County system.

Searching Scott County Court Cases

The main free tool for searching Scott County court records is Mycase. Select Scott County and type a name or case number. Results include case type, filing date, parties, and current status. The system covers all courts in Scott County and does not require an account or payment.

Scott County records are also available through Doxpop, a third-party service that covers Indiana court records. Doxpop offers some search features that go beyond what Mycase provides, but some features require a paid account. Basic case lookups may be free, but full document access can cost money depending on the service tier.

For in-person searches, go to Suite 120 at the Scott County Courthouse. Bring ID. The clerk can search by name or case number and make copies. This is the best option when you need certified copies or want to review the full physical case file. Older Scott County court records may only be in paper form and require a clerk to pull them from storage.

Scott County Judicial District

Scott County is in Judicial District 23 with Clark and Floyd counties. This grouping means judges from these three counties may hear cases across the district. However, each county keeps its own court records. A case filed in Scott County stays in the Scott County clerk's system even if a judge from Clark or Floyd County presides over it.

If you are searching for a case and are not sure which county it was filed in, use Mycase to search across all three District 23 counties. Or call each clerk's office. Clark County is next door, and many people who live near the county line may not be sure which county has jurisdiction over their address.

Filing Cases in Scott County

New case filings go to the clerk's office in Scottsburg. Bring your documents and the filing fee. Civil cases in Indiana generally cost $157 to file. Small claims cost less. Criminal case fees vary. The clerk stamps the filing, assigns a case number, and enters it into the system. E-filing through Indiana's statewide system is also an option for many case types.

Fee waivers are available if you cannot afford the filing fee. You file a petition with the court asking to proceed without paying. The judge reviews it and makes a decision. Self-service court forms for Indiana are available at in.gov/courts/selfservice and cover many common filings in Scott County.

Public Access to Scott County Records

Court records in Scott County are public under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act. Most filings, orders, and judgments can be viewed by anyone. You do not need to be involved in the case. Some records are restricted. Juvenile cases are sealed. Mental health proceedings may be limited. Expunged records under Indiana Code 35-38-9 are removed from public view.

To get copies from Scott County, visit the clerk's office or make a written request. Copies cost a per-page fee. Certified copies carry a higher charge. Call (812) 752-8420 to ask about current fees before you visit.

Note: Scott County court hours start at 8:30 AM, which is slightly later than many Indiana counties that open at 8:00 AM.

Cities in Scott County

Scott County has no cities above 25,000 people. Scottsburg is the county seat and largest town. Austin is another well-known community in the county. All court records for Scott County are filed at the courthouse in Scottsburg.

Nearby Counties

Scott County is in southern Indiana. These neighboring counties each have their own court system and clerk's office.