Search New Albany Criminal History
Criminal history records in New Albany are managed by the Floyd County Clerk and the New Albany Police Department. New Albany is the county seat of Floyd County with about 38,000 residents. The city is in southern Indiana, just across the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky. All criminal cases from New Albany go through the Floyd County court system. The clerk's office at the Floyd County Courthouse holds the official files for every criminal case. You can search records online through the state MyCase portal or visit the clerk in person to get copies.
New Albany Quick Facts
New Albany Criminal History at the Clerk
The Floyd County Clerk of the Circuit Court maintains all criminal case records for New Albany. Since New Albany is the county seat, the courthouse is right in the city. The clerk handles felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions from New Albany and the rest of Floyd County. You can visit the office to search records, view case files, and get copies.
| Office | Floyd County Clerk of the Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 311 W 1st St New Albany, IN 47150 |
| Phone | (812) 948-5411 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Bring a valid photo ID. Staff can search by name or case number. You can look at the case file and request copies of documents. Certified copies carry an extra fee. Most criminal records are public under IC 5-14-3. Sealed or expunged records are not available to the public. Call (812) 948-5411 to check copy costs before you visit the New Albany courthouse.
Search New Albany Criminal Records Online
The Indiana MyCase system is the main free online tool for searching criminal records in New Albany. It covers all Floyd County courts. You can search by name, case number, or attorney. Results show charges, filing dates, and case status. Some court documents are viewable right in the system.
The Indiana MyCase portal covers all New Albany criminal cases filed in Floyd County courts, including circuit and superior courts.
Not every document in a case appears online. Older New Albany cases may not be in the electronic database. For the complete file, visit the clerk at 311 W 1st St. The system gets updated regularly but there can be a short lag between when a document gets filed and when it shows up on MyCase.
For a statewide search, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History check covers all 92 counties. The fee is $15 per person. Submit the request online at ISP Limited Criminal History and get results by email. Because New Albany is right on the Kentucky border, some people here also have records in Kentucky. The ISP search only covers Indiana. You would need a separate Kentucky State Police check for records across the river.
New Albany Police Department Records
The New Albany Police Department handles arrests and law enforcement in the city. Police reports are kept by the department and are separate from court files at the clerk's office. To get a copy of an arrest or incident report from New Albany, contact the department.
| Department | New Albany Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 311 Hauss Square New Albany, IN 47150 |
| Phone | (812) 944-6411 |
Police reports are public under IC 5-14-3 in most cases. Active investigations may limit what the department can share. Once a case is closed, the full report is usually available. Call (812) 944-6411 to ask about a specific report. The department can tell you the cost and how to get copies. The police department and the courthouse are both in downtown New Albany, so you can visit both locations in one trip if you need records from each.
Criminal Record Expungement in New Albany
Under IC 35-38-9, Indiana lets some criminal records be expunged. New Albany residents file a petition with the Floyd County court at 311 W 1st St. The clerk provides the forms. Whether you qualify depends on the offense type and how long ago the case ended.
Misdemeanor convictions tend to qualify sooner than felonies. Arrests without convictions may also be eligible. Once a record is expunged in New Albany, it will not show up in MyCase or ISP searches. The process takes a few weeks after filing. There is a filing fee for the petition. If you need guidance, Indiana Legal Services offers free help for qualifying low-income residents, and the Indiana State Bar Association can refer you to a criminal defense attorney in the Floyd County area.
New Albany Criminal History Legal Resources
Indiana Legal Services covers Floyd County and can help with criminal record issues for people who meet income guidelines. The Floyd County Public Defender's Office represents those who face criminal charges and cannot afford a lawyer. For private attorneys, the Indiana State Bar Association has a referral service that can connect you with lawyers in the New Albany area.
Legal Aid of Southern Indiana also serves the New Albany area and can assist with civil legal matters related to criminal records. The Floyd County Law Library at the courthouse has forms and self-help materials. Because New Albany is part of the Louisville metro area, some legal aid groups on the Kentucky side may also offer limited help to Indiana residents dealing with cross-state legal issues.
Floyd County Criminal History Records
New Albany is the county seat of Floyd County. All criminal cases from New Albany go through the Floyd County court. For more about the county court, fee schedules, and related records, visit the Floyd County page.
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