Harrison County Public Records

Harrison County public records are kept by the county clerk, recorder, and other offices in Corydon, Indiana, covering court filings, land documents, marriage licenses, and other government records. This page covers where to find records, how to request them, and which online tools cover Harrison County.

Harrison County Clerk of Courts

The Harrison County Clerk's office is at 300 N Capitol Avenue, Corydon, IN 47112. The phone is (812) 738-4289. The clerk handles all court records filed in the county, covering civil cases, criminal matters, family court, probate, and small claims. Staff can pull case files, issue certified copies, and look up records during regular business hours.

Indiana's free MyCase portal at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the best starting point for Harrison County court record searches online. Most cases from recent years are indexed there. Search by name or case number to view party information, filing dates, and docket entries at no cost. Certified copies and detailed file pulls require a trip to Corydon or a written request, but MyCase confirms quickly whether a record exists.

Written records requests under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act get a seven-day response window. In-person requests at smaller county offices like Harrison County often get handled faster, sometimes same-day for routine matters. Bring a case number if you have one to save time.

MyCase Court Records Portal

Indiana's MyCase portal covers Harrison County cases and is updated regularly. It is the main free tool for searching court records in Corydon without making a trip to the courthouse.

The portal covers Circuit Court and Superior Court matters in Harrison County. Search civil, criminal, family, and probate cases by name or case number. Results include filing dates, party names, and court events. It is a reliable free option before contacting the clerk's office at 300 N Capitol Avenue.

Property and Land Records

The Harrison County Recorder's office is at 245 Atwood Street NE, Suite 201, Corydon, IN 47112. The phone is (812) 738-3788 and fax is (812) 738-1153. The recorder maintains all recorded land documents in the county, including deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, surveys, and plat maps. These represent the official chain of title for every parcel in Harrison County.

Harrison County supports electronic recording through three services. ePN can be reached at 1-888-325-3365. Simplifile is available at 1-800-460-5657. CSC eRecording is at 1-866-652-0111. E-recording lets title companies, attorneys, and lenders submit documents electronically rather than sending paper to the recorder's office in Corydon. This speeds up recording times and eliminates mail delays for common instruments like deeds and mortgages.

For online document searches, check Doxpop at doxpop.com. Doxpop indexes recorder documents across 47 Indiana counties and is the main online platform for searching Harrison County property records. Basic searches are free; document images carry a small fee. The free Property Watch service notifies you when a new document is recorded against your address in Harrison County.

In-person searches are available at the recorder's office. Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Call (812) 738-3788 before visiting to confirm current fees and availability of older records.

Vital Records

Birth and death certificates for Harrison County are issued by the Indiana Department of Health, not the county. Order at in.gov/health/vital-records online, by mail, or in person. Birth certificates are $10 per copy. Death certificates are $8 per copy. Valid ID and a completed application are required for both.

Marriage licenses are issued by the Harrison County Clerk in Corydon. Licenses from 1993 to the present are searchable for free through the state's Marriage License Public Lookup at public.courts.in.gov/MLPL. For older records or certified copies, contact the clerk at (812) 738-4289. Historical marriage records from the 1800s may also be available through the Harrison County Historical Society in Corydon.

How to Request Public Records

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act at IC 5-14-3-1 and IC 5-14-3-3 gives any person the right to inspect and copy most government records. No reason is needed. Requests go in person, by phone, by mail, or by email. A written request starts the seven-day response clock and creates documentation of your request.

If an agency denies a request or fails to respond, Indiana's Public Access Counselor provides free help. Contact the PAC at in.gov/pac, by phone at 317-234-0906, or by email at pac@opac.in.gov. The PAC issues advisory opinions and resolves most disputes without formal hearings. Most county offices respond quickly once the PAC is involved.

Business Records and State Sources

Indiana business entity records are free to search at inbiz.in.gov. Search by name or registered agent to find LLCs, corporations, and other entities registered in Indiana. This covers businesses operating in Harrison County as well as those registered elsewhere in the state.

For local trade name filings in Harrison County, check with the recorder's office at (812) 738-3788. Some DBA registrations are filed at the county level alongside the Secretary of State registration.

Indiana State Police criminal history records are available at in.accessgov.com/isp-apra. Statewide court guidance and appellate records from Harrison County cases are at in.gov/courts/public-records.

Electronic Recording in Harrison County

Harrison County's e-recording setup is a convenience for anyone who regularly files documents with the recorder. Three services are accepted: ePN, Simplifile, and CSC eRecording. Each lets you submit deed, mortgage, and lien documents electronically. The recorder processes them and returns recorded copies, usually faster than mail-in submissions.

For one-time filers or individuals who do not use an e-recording service, paper documents can still be delivered in person to 245 Atwood Street NE, Suite 201, or mailed to the recorder's office. Recording fees for deeds and other instruments follow Indiana's standard schedule and are confirmed by calling (812) 738-3788.

Cities in Harrison County

Corydon is the county seat and largest community in Harrison County. Other towns include Lanesville, Palmyra, and Milltown. None of these communities meet the population threshold for a dedicated public records page. All public records for Harrison County residents are filed and maintained through the county offices in Corydon.

Nearby Counties

Harrison County borders Crawford, Orange, Washington, Floyd, Clark, and Scott counties in southern Indiana. Each has its own courthouse and records system.