Access Wabash County Court Records
Wabash County court records are stored at the courthouse in the city of Wabash. The Clerk of Courts maintains all official case files for the circuit court and handles record requests from the public. You can search Wabash County court records online through the Indiana MyCase portal at no cost. For certified copies or documents not available online, visit the clerk's office at 69 West Hill Street. Wabash County sits in north central Indiana and has a single court system that manages civil, criminal, family law, and probate cases.
Wabash County Quick Facts
Wabash County Clerk of Courts
Cheryl Evenson is the Clerk of Courts for Wabash County. The clerk's office is at the Wabash County Courthouse, 69 W. Hill St in Wabash. This office handles all court record requests, new filings, and copies for the public. Staff can search for cases by name or case number and print documents while you wait. The clerk also processes child support payments and issues marriage licenses.
Call the Wabash County Clerk at (260) 563-0661, Extension 1230. The fax number is (260) 569-1352. Visit the Wabash County website for more information about county services and departments. Walk-in visitors are welcome during regular business hours. Bring a case number if you have one. It speeds up the search. If you only have names, staff can still find the case, but it may take a bit longer.
| Address | 69 W. Hill St, Wabash, IN 46992 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (260) 563-0661, Ext 1230 |
| Fax | (260) 569-1352 |
| Website | wabashcounty.in.gov |
Search Court Records in Wabash County
The main tool for searching Wabash County court records online is MyCase. This free state portal covers all 92 Indiana counties. You can search by party name, case number, or filing date. Civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic cases all appear in the results. MyCase pulls data from the Odyssey Case Management System that Wabash County uses.
The state also keeps a Wabash County court information page with links to local judges, court rules, and e-filing tools. This page is helpful if you need to know which court handles a particular type of case or if you want to file something new. Attorneys can e-file through the Indiana E-Filing portal. Self-represented parties may file in person at the clerk's office.
Many court documents are available to view on MyCase at no charge. Orders, judgments, and other non-confidential papers can often be downloaded right from the case page. If you need a document that is not posted online, call the Wabash County Clerk at (260) 563-0661, Extension 1230.
Note: There is typically a delay of at least 24 hours between a court filing and its appearance on MyCase.
Wabash County Court Information
The image below shows the Wabash County website where you can find links to the clerk's office and other county departments.
Navigate to the clerk's department from this page to find court record services and contact details for Wabash County.
Below is the state court information page for Wabash County. It lists judges, local rules, and court resources.
Use this page for court schedules, judge contact info, and links to file cases in Wabash County.
Wabash County Records and Public Access
Indiana law says court records are public. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, any person may inspect and copy public records during regular business hours. This applies to court records in Wabash County. You do not have to be part of the case. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
Some records are not open to the public. Juvenile cases, mental health records, adoption files, and records sealed by a judge stay closed. The Indiana Administrative Rule 9 spells out what court records are excluded from public access. Protection order cases hide the protected person's name online. If you need a restricted record from Wabash County, you may have to file a motion with the court and convince a judge to grant access. Copy fees apply for all requests. Indiana Code 5-14-3-9 lets the clerk charge reasonable rates for making copies.
Getting Record Copies
Go to the clerk's office at 69 W. Hill St in Wabash. Give the staff a case number or names of the parties. They will find the file and make copies. Certified copies have the clerk's seal. You need certified copies for legal matters like court proceedings or name changes.
You can mail a request to the Wabash County Clerk at 69 W. Hill St, Wabash, IN 46992. Include the case details and a check for the copy fee. The clerk mails the records back. Call (260) 563-0661, Extension 1230, to ask about current fees before you send payment. For free legal forms and self-help guides, visit Indiana Legal Help. The Indiana Court Directory lists all judges and contact info for Wabash County.
Cities in Wabash County
Wabash County does not have any cities with a population over 25,000. The city of Wabash is the county seat. All court records from communities in the county are filed at the Wabash County courthouse.
Towns in Wabash County include Wabash, North Manchester, Lagro, and Roann. Court records for all of these go through the Wabash County Clerk's office.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Wabash County. Make sure you check the right county before requesting court records.