Court records of Warrick County, Indiana, are maintained by the county clerk and are accessible through online tools, official court portals, and directly at the clerk's office. WarrickCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about court cases in this county. Additionally, you can use the MyCase portal from the Indiana Supreme Court, contact the Warrick County Clerk's Office, or visit the local courts page on the Indiana Judicial Branch website.
Warrick Court System Overview
Warrick County is part of the Indiana state court system, where local courts operate under the general supervision of the Indiana Supreme Court. The county is served by the Warrick Circuit Court and Warrick Superior Court, both located in the courthouse in Boonville. The court clerk is the custodian of all court records, issues process documents, accepts filings, and records court decisions and orders.
The clerk's office hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. For current hours, contact the county directory directly.
Courts Serving Warrick
Residents of the county are served by several courts—both local and federal.
Warrick Circuit Court
Warrick Superior Court
U.S. District Court — Southern District of Indiana (Evansville Division)
Federal bankruptcy cases are handled by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Indiana. Detailed contact information for local courts can also be found on the Warrick County courts page.
What Types of Cases Warrick Courts Hear
The county courts hear a wide range of cases:
- Criminal cases — felonies and misdemeanors
- Infractions, including traffic violations
- Civil lawsuits of various scales, including small claims
- Family law — divorce, custody, child support
- Probate, guardianship, conservatorship
- Juvenile and child protection cases
- Adoption
Each category is discussed in more detail below.
District Court Cases in Warrick
In the Indiana system, the term "district court" usually refers to the federal level. At the state level, the equivalent is the Circuit Court — a court of general jurisdiction. The Warrick Circuit Court hears felonies, large civil claims, appeals from the Superior Court, and post-conviction proceedings. Cases reach the Circuit Court after initial hearings or by direct filing by the prosecutor. The Circuit Court judge presides over cases assigned according to the county's internal rules. Major civil claims and the most serious criminal charges are the primary workload of this court.
Magistrate Court Cases in Warrick
In Indiana, the role of the magistrate court is fulfilled by the Superior Court, which has broader jurisdiction. The Warrick Superior Court hears misdemeanors, infractions, preliminary hearings in felony cases, civil claims (including small claims up to $6,000 under Indiana law), traffic violations, and DUI cases. Small claims are a simplified procedure for civil disputes involving small amounts, where parties often represent themselves. The Superior Court judge also conducts arraignments and preliminary hearings in criminal cases before the case, if necessary, is transferred to the Circuit Court.
Family Law, Probate, and Juvenile Matters in Warrick
Family Law. Divorce, custody determination, child support, paternity establishment, protective orders, and termination of parental rights are all handled in the county courts. These cases typically go to the Superior Court, although the Circuit Court also has jurisdiction. To obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate or divorce decree, contact the clerk of the county where the marriage occurred. Marriage license searches are available through the Indiana Marriage License Search portal.
Probate Matters. Probate includes estate administration, appointment of guardians and conservators, and trust issues. These cases are handled by either the Circuit Court or the Superior Court, depending on workload distribution.
Juvenile Matters. Proceedings involving juveniles and Child in Need of Services (CHINS) cases are confidential. Access to these records is strictly limited by Indiana law.
How Cases Move Through the Warrick Court System
- Case Initiation. Criminal — through the filing of an indictment by the prosecutor; civil — through the filing of a complaint; family or probate — through a petition.
- Judge Assignment. The case is assigned to either the Circuit Court or Superior Court according to type and internal rules.
- Initial Hearings. In criminal cases — arraignment (charge announcement and bail determination). In civil cases — a scheduling conference.
- Pretrial Phase. Filing motions, exchanging evidence (discovery), plea negotiations, or settlement discussions.
- Trial or Resolution. Jury or judge verdict, plea agreement, settlement, or default judgment.
- Post-Judgment. Sentencing, appeal filing, enforcement of judgment.
You can check the status of a specific case through MyCase — a free portal from the Indiana Supreme Court.
Court Administration, Local Rules, and Public Access in Warrick
The county courts operate under the administrative leadership of the Circuit Court and Superior Court judges. Local court rules establish filing procedures, deadlines, and hearing procedures. Current information on rules and procedures can be found on the Warrick County courts page or through the Indiana Judicial Branch portal.
Public Access to Records. Most court records in Indiana are public under the Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code 5-14-3). However, Rule 5 of the Indiana Rules for Access to Court Records specifies categories of records excluded from public access, including juvenile cases, sealed records, and certain personal information. Electronic access to court information is also restricted by federal and state law, as well as court rules.
To attend a hearing in person, contact the court office to confirm the schedule. Some hearings may be held remotely — inquire about this possibility directly with the court clerk.
Court Records and Related Court Resources in Warrick
- Online Case Search. The MyCase portal allows you to search for cases by party name or case number. Detailed search instructions are available on the MyCase help page. You can also use WarrickCourt.us to search for public information.
- Public Records Request. To obtain certified copies of documents, contact the court clerk's office. General guidelines for requesting public records are available on the Indiana Judicial Branch website.
- Criminal History. A limited criminal history check (felonies and Class A misdemeanors) can be conducted through the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History Search.
- Inmate Search. The Indiana Department of Correction Incarcerated Database allows you to find an individual by last name. To receive notifications about an inmate's status change, use Indiana SAVIN.
- Property Records. The Warrick County Recorder's Office maintains documents related to real estate — deeds, mortgages, easements. Property tax information is provided by the treasurer's office.
- Vital Records. Birth and death certificates are issued by the Warrick County Vital Records Department. At the state level, records are maintained by the Indiana Department of Health Division of Vital Records.
- Sheriff's Office. For questions related to warrants or custody, contact the Warrick County Sheriff's Office (jail phone: 812-897-6096).