New Castle Public Records

New Castle public records are held by Henry County offices, the City of New Castle, and Indiana statewide agencies. New Castle is the county seat of Henry County, placing the courthouse and most county offices within the city. Court filings, property records, and official county documents are all managed locally, while vital records are handled at the state level. This page covers how to find each record type and where to submit requests.

Court Records in New Castle

Henry Circuit Court and Henry Superior Court handle all cases filed in New Castle and Henry County. These courts cover civil lawsuits, criminal charges, family matters, small claims, and probate. Indiana's free MyCase system covers all of these courts.

Search at public.courts.in.gov/mycase to find cases by name, case number, or attorney. Case status, docket entries, and scheduled hearing dates are visible at no cost. No account is required for basic searches. This is the fastest way to look up a case in Henry County courts.

To get copies of court documents, go to the Henry County Clerk at Court House, 101 S Main St, New Castle, IN 47362. Phone: 765-529-6401. The clerk issues certified and plain copies of court records. Call ahead to confirm hours and fees. Certified copies cost more than uncertified ones. Marriage licenses for Henry County are also handled here.

The City of New Castle website provides access to local government information and is a starting point for city-level public records requests.

Property Records Online

Henry County offers 24-hour online access to recorded documents through its own portal. You can search deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded instruments at henrycty.com. This is particularly convenient if you need to check property records outside of business hours. The portal is available around the clock for basic document searches.

The Henry County Recorder holds all original property documents. The recorder's office is in the courthouse at 101 S Main St. If you need certified copies or documents not available through the online portal, visit the recorder's office in person or call 765-529-6401 for assistance.

Doxpop at doxpop.com also provides access to Henry County recorded documents. The Property Watch service is free and sends alerts when new documents are recorded against a property you are watching. Real estate professionals can use Tapestry or Laredo for full title search tools.

The Henry County Assessor manages property valuations, parcel data, and ownership records. For current ownership information or assessed values on New Castle properties, check with the assessor directly or through the county's website.

City Clerk and APRA

The City of New Castle clerk maintains local government records at the city level. City council minutes, ordinances, resolutions, city contracts, and local permits are all public records. The city website at cityofnewcastle.net has contact information for city departments.

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act covers all city agencies. You can request records in writing, by email, or in person. You do not have to explain why you want them. The city must respond within seven days. Denials must be given in writing with a legal basis. Routine records like meeting minutes are almost always available.

If you get a denial you think is wrong, contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac or 317-234-0906. The PAC reviews these disputes at no cost and issues advisory opinions. They handle complaints involving city, county, and state agencies across Indiana.

Vital Records

Birth and death certificates are not issued locally in New Castle. These are handled by the Indiana Department of Health Vital Records at the state level.

Order certified copies at in.gov/health/vital-records. Birth certificates cost $10 each. Death certificates are $8 each. Orders can be placed online or by mail. You will need to provide proof of eligibility when requesting restricted records. Processing times vary depending on current order volume.

Marriage licenses for New Castle and Henry County are issued at the county clerk's office. You can also verify marriage license records statewide at no charge through the state tool at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL.

Business and Professional Licenses

Indiana business entities are registered at the state level and searchable at inbiz.in.gov. This covers corporations, LLCs, limited partnerships, and other entities. Look up entity names, status, registered agents, and filings at no cost.

Local permits and city-issued licenses for New Castle businesses are held by city government. Contact the city clerk or the planning department for those records. Building permits, zoning approvals, and sign permits are also local public records.

Police and Criminal Records

The New Castle Police Department handles incidents within city limits. You can request incident reports and accident reports by contacting the department directly. Most routine reports are public under APRA. Active investigation files may be temporarily withheld.

The Henry County Sheriff handles law enforcement for the rest of the county. For county sheriff records, contact the sheriff's office. Indiana State Police records are available through the ISP's online portal at in.accessgov.com/isp-apra. This covers crash reports and other state police documents.

New Castle Records Contact Guide

Nearby Indiana Cities

Other Indiana cities near New Castle with public records resource pages are listed here.