Boone County Criminal History

Boone County criminal history records are maintained at the Clerk's Office and Sheriff's Office in Lebanon, Indiana. The county sits just northwest of Indianapolis and has around 70,000 residents. Criminal cases go through the Boone County circuit court system. You can search records in person at the courthouse, by phone, or through the state's online court portal. Both the Clerk and the Sheriff play key roles in how criminal history records are created and stored in Boone County, and state-level databases also hold data reported by local agencies here.

Boone County Clerk Criminal Records

The Boone County Clerk's Office is at 212 Courthouse Square in Lebanon. This office keeps all official court records in the county, including criminal case files. The Clerk processes new cases, stores documents, and collects fees and fines. Call (765) 482-3510 to ask about records or confirm office hours.

When you visit the Boone County Clerk to look up criminal history records, bring the full name of the person you are searching for. A case number helps too, if you have one. Staff can search case files and provide copies. Criminal court records in Boone County are public under IC 5-14-3, so anyone can request them. You do not have to be a party to the case to see files. Certified copies may cost a small fee, but viewing records is typically free. Records that have been sealed under IC 35-38-9 by court order will not be available to the public. The Clerk also handles civil cases, so be specific that you need criminal records when you call or visit.

Boone County is a growing county near the Indianapolis metro area. Population growth has brought a larger caseload over time, and the Clerk's Office stays busy. Calling ahead to let them know what records you need can save you time at the counter.

Note: The Boone County Clerk handles both criminal and civil records, so let staff know what type of case you need when you make your request.

Boone County Sheriff Criminal History

The Boone County Sheriff's Office is at 1905 Indian Springs Rd in Lebanon. Phone (765) 482-1412 for questions about arrests or law enforcement records. The Sheriff handles arrests and keeps arrest records for crimes that happen in the county. All arrest data from Boone County is sent to the Indiana State Police under IC 10-13-3, which feeds into the statewide criminal history database.

Arrest records from the Boone County Sheriff are separate from court records. An arrest record tells you that a person was taken into custody and what charges were filed at that time. It does not tell you whether they were convicted or what the court decided. For the outcome of a case, check the Boone County Clerk's records or search online through MyCase. Getting data from both sources gives you the most complete criminal history picture for anyone with a case in Boone County. The Sheriff may have a specific process for formal records requests, so it is worth calling first to ask what they need.

Search Boone County Criminal Records Online

MyCase is the easiest way to look up Boone County criminal history from your computer. Go to public.courts.in.gov/mycase and search by name or case number. It is free. The site pulls data from the Odyssey Case Management System that Boone County courts use. You can see charges, hearing dates, and case status. The results are not official records and may have errors, but they give you a solid starting point for any criminal history search in Boone County.

For a paid statewide search, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch costs $15.70 by credit card or $15.00 for IN.gov subscribers. It covers felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests from the entire state. Your result is a PDF. Print or save it right away because it expires in 14 days. The state will not mail you a copy. Even a "No Records Found" response counts as a completed search, and the fee applies. The ISP criminal history services page has step-by-step details on running a search.

The MyCase portal shown above lets you search Boone County court records for free from any location.

Boone County Criminal History Laws

Criminal history records in Boone County are governed by state law. IC 5-14-3 is the Access to Public Records Act. It gives the public the right to request government records, including criminal case files. The law says all persons are entitled to full and complete information about the affairs of government. IC 10-13-3 covers criminal history information specifically. It sets out what counts as a criminal history record and the rules for accessing it. Under IC 10-13-3-27, access is restricted to certain situations, and misusing limited criminal history data carries a Class A misdemeanor charge.

IC 35-38-9 allows for sealing and expungement of certain criminal records in Boone County. If you have a criminal history here, you may be able to petition the court to seal or remove certain offenses. The court that handled the case reviews your petition. Eligibility varies by offense type and time since conviction. If granted, the record is sealed from most public searches. Criminal history data stays in the Indiana State Police system until the person dies or reaches 99 without another criminal act for the prior 15 years. IC 24-4-18-6 also plays a role in controlling how criminal history data is shared by certain providers in Indiana.

State Resources for Boone County

The Indiana State Police is the central repository for criminal history data from all 92 counties. Boone County law enforcement sends arrest data to the ISP, and you can search that database online or by mail. Call 317-232-8262 or email CriminalHistory@isp.IN.gov for assistance. The ISP office is at 100 N. Senate Avenue, Suite N340, Indianapolis, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern.

The Odyssey system connects Boone County courts with every other trial court in Indiana. This statewide platform handles more than 2 million cases a year across the state. It powers the free MyCase search tool and keeps Boone County criminal history data accessible from anywhere with internet access. The Access to Public Records Act page has more details on your rights when requesting records from government offices.

Cities in Boone County

Boone County includes Lebanon, Zionsville, Whitestown, and several other growing communities. All criminal cases go through the Boone County court system in Lebanon. None of the cities in Boone County currently meet the population threshold for their own separate page on this site, but all residents use the same courthouse and Clerk for criminal history matters.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Boone County. Cases are filed where the crime took place, so verify the right county before requesting records.