Monroe County Criminal History
Monroe County criminal history records are stored at the Clerk's Office and Sheriff's Office in Bloomington, Indiana. With about 140,000 residents, Monroe County is home to Indiana University and one of the larger counties in the state. Criminal cases pass through the local circuit and superior courts, and all records stay with the Clerk. You can search for criminal history data at the courthouse, through the Sheriff, or by using the free MyCase system online. The Indiana State Police central repository also tracks Monroe County criminal arrest data.
Monroe County Quick Facts
Monroe County Clerk and Criminal Records
The Monroe County Clerk's Office is at 301 N College Ave in Bloomington. This office handles all criminal case filings for the county. Staff collect fines, court costs, and fees in criminal and infraction cases. They process bail bonds, restitution payments, and deferral fees. If you need copies of criminal case records from Monroe County, start here.
Monroe County sees a higher volume of criminal cases than most counties its size, partly because of the large student population tied to Indiana University. The Clerk keeps records of all charges, plea agreements, hearing dates, and final orders. You can visit in person to request copies. Bring the full name of the person and a case number if you have one. Staff can search by name if you do not have a case number. Call ahead at (812) 349-2614 to check availability and hours before your visit to the Monroe County Clerk's Office.
The ISP Limited Criminal History portal at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch includes Monroe County arrest data reported to the state.
This tool runs a statewide search that covers felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests from Monroe County and every other Indiana county.
| Address | 301 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404 |
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| Phone | (812) 349-2614 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Monroe County Sheriff Criminal History
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office shares the same address as the Clerk at 301 N College Ave in Bloomington. The Sheriff handles arrests, jail operations, and local law enforcement. When someone is arrested in Monroe County, the Sheriff creates a record and sends arrest data to the state central repository under IC 10-13-3.
Contact the Sheriff at (812) 349-2780 for arrest reports and incident records. The Bloomington Police Department handles cases within city limits, while the Sheriff covers the rest of Monroe County. Both agencies report arrests to the state. For a complete picture of criminal history in Monroe County, you should check court records from the Clerk and arrest records from the Sheriff or BPD.
| Address | 301 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404 |
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| Phone | (812) 349-2780 |
Search Monroe County Criminal History Online
Two main online tools cover Monroe County criminal history. MyCase is free. The ISP Limited Criminal History costs $15.70. They pull data from different sources and serve different needs.
MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the public court records portal for Indiana. You can search Monroe County cases by name or case number. The site shows charges, court dates, and case outcomes. It runs on the Odyssey Case Management System that connects over 400 trial courts. MyCase is free and open to everyone. It is not a certified court record though. For official copies, go to the Monroe County Clerk in Bloomington.
The Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch covers felonies and Class A misdemeanor arrests across all 92 counties. The cost is $15.70 by credit card. Results come as a PDF that expires in 14 days. Print or save right away since no records are mailed. A "No Records Found" response is still a completed search and you will be charged. The completeness of Monroe County data depends on local reporting to the state.
Note: Allow session cookies and turn off pop-up blockers when using the ISP search portal.
Criminal History Laws in Monroe County
Indiana law controls how criminal history records are handled in Monroe County. Under IC 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act gives all persons the right to see government records. Criminal justice records from courts and law enforcement are generally public. Some investigatory files may be held back from public access.
IC 10-13-3 defines criminal history record information and who can access it. The law covers all data collected by criminal justice agencies in Monroe County and across the state. Under IC 10-13-3-27, misuse of limited criminal history data is a Class A misdemeanor. You can search Monroe County records freely, but you must use the data the right way under the law.
IC 35-38-9 covers expungement and sealing of criminal records. You can file a petition in the Monroe County court that handled the original case. Not all crimes qualify. If granted, the record is sealed from most public searches. Rules have been updated in recent years, so look at the current version of the statute before you start the process. The court may hold a hearing or rule on the petition without one.
State Resources for Monroe County Records
The Indiana State Police is the central repository for criminal history data from all Indiana counties, including Monroe County. Contact their CJIS Section at 317-232-8262 or by email at CriminalHistory@isp.IN.gov. The office is at 100 N. Senate Avenue, Suite N340, Indianapolis. They are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
The ISP criminal history services page explains how to request records online or by mail. For Monroe County cases, the state database shows felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests that have been reported by local law enforcement. The ISP FAQ at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch2/faq.html covers common questions about what shows up on a criminal history report.
- 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 Monroe County
Monroe County has Bloomington as its largest city and county seat. All criminal cases go through the Monroe County courts. Bloomington is home to Indiana University and accounts for most of the county's criminal caseload.
Other towns in Monroe County include Ellettsville, Stinesville, and Harrodsburg. All criminal cases from these areas go through the Monroe County court system in Bloomington.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Monroe County. Criminal cases are filed where the crime took place. Make sure you are searching the right county.