Hamilton County Criminal History Search
Hamilton County criminal history records are managed by the Clerk's Office and Sheriff in Noblesville, Indiana. This is the fourth largest county in the state with roughly 350,000 residents. Criminal cases move through the Hamilton County courts, and the Clerk files and stores all case records. You can search for criminal history data through local offices or use the statewide court system online. The Indiana State Police also keeps Hamilton County criminal history records in its central repository, which tracks felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests from all 92 counties.
Hamilton County Quick Facts
Hamilton County Clerk and Criminal Records
The Hamilton County Clerk's Office is located at 1 Hamilton County Square in Noblesville. This office handles all criminal case filings for the county. Staff can help you find court records, check case status, and get copies of documents tied to criminal cases. The Clerk also collects fees and fines in criminal matters on behalf of the city, county, and state.
Hamilton County processes a large volume of criminal cases each year given its size. The Clerk's Office keeps records of all charges, pleas, and court orders. You can visit in person to ask for copies of criminal history records from local cases. Bring the full name of the person and any case number you have. If you are not sure of the case number, staff can search by name. Call ahead to check hours and make sure the records you need are ready for pickup.
The Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History search at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch provides an overview of how state records tie back to Hamilton County arrest data.
This portal lets you run a name-based search that includes Hamilton County felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests reported to the state.
| Address | 1 Hamilton County Square, Noblesville, IN 46060 |
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| Phone | (317) 776-9610 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Hamilton County Sheriff Criminal History
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is at 18102 Cumberland Rd in Noblesville. This office handles arrests and keeps local arrest records. When someone is taken into custody in Hamilton County, the Sheriff creates a record and sends data to the state. That information becomes part of the person's criminal history under IC 10-13-3.
You can call the Sheriff's Office to ask about arrest records and incident reports. Local arrest data may not yet show up in the state database if it has not been submitted. For a complete Hamilton County criminal history, check both the Sheriff's records and the state system. The Sheriff also manages the county jail and can tell you about current inmates.
| Address | 18102 Cumberland Rd, Noblesville, IN 46060 |
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| Phone | (317) 773-1282 |
Note: The Sheriff's arrest records and the Clerk's court records are separate sets of data in Hamilton County. Check both for a full picture.
Search Hamilton County Criminal History Online
Two main online tools cover Hamilton County criminal history records. MyCase is free. The ISP Limited Criminal History check costs $15.70 per search. Both are useful in different ways, and neither one replaces an official court record from the Clerk's Office.
MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the public court records portal for all Indiana courts. You can search Hamilton County cases by name or case number. The site shows charges, court dates, and case outcomes. It is free and open to everyone. The data comes from the Odyssey Case Management System that connects over 400 trial courts across the state. Keep in mind that MyCase is not an official record. The information may have errors or be out of date.
The Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch covers felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests. The fee is $15.70 by credit card or $15.00 for IN.gov subscribers. Results come as a PDF that expires in 14 days. A "No Records Found" result still counts as a completed search and you will be charged. The completeness of Hamilton County data depends on how quickly local agencies report to the state.
Criminal History Laws for Hamilton County
Indiana law sets the rules for how criminal history records are kept and shared in Hamilton County. The Access to Public Records Act under IC 5-14-3 says all persons can see government records, including many criminal justice records. Some investigatory records may be held back from public view, but most case files are open.
IC 10-13-3 defines criminal history record information and controls who can access it. Under IC 10-13-3-27, access to criminal histories is allowed only in certain cases. Misuse of limited criminal history data is a Class A misdemeanor. This means you can search Hamilton County records, but you must use what you find the right way under the law.
For those looking to clear their record, IC 35-38-9 covers expungement in Indiana. You can petition the Hamilton County court to seal or expunge certain criminal records. Not every crime qualifies. The petition goes to the same court that handled the original case. If the court grants it, the record gets sealed from most public searches.
Note: Expungement rules have changed over time in Indiana, so check the current version of IC 35-38-9 before you file a petition in Hamilton County.
State Resources for Hamilton County Criminal History
The Indiana State Police serves as the central repository for criminal history data from all counties, including Hamilton County. Their CJIS Section manages the database. You can reach them at 317-232-8262 or by email at CriminalHistory@isp.IN.gov. The office is at 100 N. Senate Avenue, Suite N340 in Indianapolis. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
The Indiana State Police criminal history services page has full details on how to request records. You can do online searches or send requests by mail. The ISP handles both limited criminal history checks and full fingerprint-based searches. For Hamilton County cases, the state database will show any felony or Class A misdemeanor arrest that local law enforcement has reported.
The ISP contact page at in.gov/isp/contact-isp has phone numbers and email addresses for each division. If you have questions about Hamilton County criminal history records in the state system, this is the place to start.
- ISP Criminal History: in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services
- MyCase Court Search: public.courts.in.gov/mycase
- Limited Criminal History: in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch
Cities in Hamilton County
Hamilton County has several cities and towns. All criminal cases go through the Hamilton County courts in Noblesville. Some of the larger cities have their own police departments that make arrests, but the cases still get filed with the Hamilton County Clerk.
Other towns in Hamilton County include Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta, and Sheridan. All of these use the Hamilton County court system for criminal history matters.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Hamilton County. Make sure you search the right county for the records you need. A criminal case is filed in the county where the offense took place.