Jeffersonville Public Records

Public records in Jeffersonville, Indiana are managed at two levels: the City of Jeffersonville handles records created by city offices, while the Clark County Clerk, Recorder, and courts handle filings for the broader county that includes the city. This page explains where to find court records, property documents, vital records, and other public records tied to Jeffersonville and Clark County under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act.

Clark County Clerk and Court Records

Jeffersonville is the county seat of Clark County. All court filings for the city go through the Clark County Clerk at 501 E Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6244. The clerk holds civil, criminal, family, probate, and small claims case files. Staff can look up records by name or case number and provide certified or plain copies. The standard fee is $1 per page, with a separate charge for certified copies.

The free MyCase portal at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the fastest way to check Jeffersonville court records online. You can search by party name or case number. The index shows case status, parties of record, hearing dates, and basic filing information. Most cases filed in the Clark County Circuit and Superior courts appear in the system. Older cases may not be fully indexed; for those, call or visit the clerk.

Divorce records and dissolutions of marriage go through the county clerk as well. If you need a copy of a divorce decree from a Clark County case, MyCase is the first place to search. Certified copies require a fee and must be ordered from the clerk's office directly.

Property Records and the County Recorder

The Clark County Recorder's office is also at 501 E Court Avenue in Jeffersonville. Phone: (812) 285-6239. This office records deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, plats, and other land documents for the entire county. If you need to verify property ownership, trace a chain of title, or find a recorded lien on a Jeffersonville property, this is where to start.

Doxpop at doxpop.com provides online access to Clark County recorder documents and court records. Index searches may be free; copies of images carry a small fee. Doxpop also offers a free Property Watch service that sends you an email any time a new document is recorded against a specific property. This is useful for tracking your own real estate or watching for fraudulent filings.

MyLocal Indiana at mylocal.in.gov also covers Clark County property data including assessments and parcel information. It is a state-run tool and free to use.

City of Jeffersonville Records and APRA Requests

City records include items like city council minutes, ordinances, permits, contracts, and city department correspondence. These are maintained by the city clerk's office and various city departments. Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, IC 5-14-3-1 and IC 5-14-3-3, gives any person the right to inspect or receive copies of most city records without stating a reason.

Verbal and in-person requests must get a response within 24 hours. Written APRA requests must be answered within seven calendar days. If the city cannot produce records right away, they must give you a date when they will be available. There is no standard form required; a written letter or email describing what you need is enough. Keep it brief and specific about the record type and date range you want.

If Jeffersonville denies or delays your request without good cause, you can contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac or call 317-234-0906. The PAC reviews complaints and issues advisory opinions on records access disputes at no charge to the requester.

Court Records Search Tool

The MyCase portal is the primary online resource for searching Jeffersonville and Clark County court cases for free.

Case information on MyCase is updated each business day and covers circuit and superior court matters filed in Clark County.

Vital Records for Jeffersonville Residents

Birth and death certificates for events that happened in Jeffersonville are issued by the Indiana Department of Health, not by the city or county clerk. You can order them at in.gov/health/vital-records by mail or in person. Birth certificates cost $10. Death certificates cost $8. You will need a valid photo ID and may need to provide proof of your relationship to the person named on the record.

Marriage licenses are obtained from the Clark County Clerk. You can verify issued marriage licenses online through the state's Marriage License Public Lookup at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL. The database covers licenses issued from 1993 forward.

Business Entities and State Records

Indiana business registrations are searchable for free at inbiz.in.gov. This covers LLCs, corporations, limited partnerships, and other entities registered with the state. For locally registered trade names or DBA filings in Clark County, contact the recorder's office. Indiana State Police records can be requested online at in.accessgov.com/isp-apra. For Jeffersonville Police Department records, contact that department directly through the city's main line.

What to Expect When Requesting Copies

Most county offices charge $1 per page for plain copies. Certified copies cost more and the exact amount varies by office and document type. Some records are available free through online portals like MyCase and Doxpop's index. When you visit in person, bring cash or check since not all Indiana county offices accept cards. Call ahead to confirm hours and payment methods before making a trip.

Requests sent by mail take longer. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope, your contact details, a clear description of the record you want, and payment for estimated copy fees. The county clerk's office can let you know the expected cost before you send payment if you call first.

Some records are restricted. Adoption records, sealed court files, and some law enforcement investigation files may not be available to the general public. The office that holds the record will tell you if it falls under an exemption. A list of APRA exemptions is at IC 5-14-3-4.

Nearby Indiana Cities

New Albany is the closest qualifying Indiana city to Jeffersonville and is also in the southern Indiana river corridor.