Allen County Felony Records

Allen County felony records are maintained in Fort Wayne, the county seat and the largest city in Indiana outside the Indianapolis metro area. The Allen County Clerk of Courts handles all criminal case files. The Allen County Sheriff's Office holds arrest records. Allen County processes over 60,000 new cases each year across all case types. You can search Allen County felony records through Indiana MyCase, through the Allen County Courts portal, or by contacting the Clerk directly at the Allen County Courthouse.

Allen County Clerk Felony Records

Clerk Christopher M. Nancarrow and his staff at the Allen County Clerk's office handle all court records for the county. The office is at Room 200A of the Allen County Courthouse, 715 S. Calhoun Street in Fort Wayne. Call (260) 449-7245 for the main line. Fax is (260) 449-7658. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Clerk handles civil, criminal, family, probate, and small claims cases along with felony case filings, child support, and certified copy requests.

The Allen County Criminal Division is at 100 W. Columbia Street in Fort Wayne. This is separate from the Courthouse location and handles criminal case scheduling and related functions. For public records requests, Allen County has a formal process at allencounty.in.gov/472/Public-Records-Request. Standard copy fees apply: $1.00 per page for plain copies, plus $3.00 per document for certified copies. Given the volume of cases Allen County handles, it is best to have a case number or full name before calling or visiting.

Note: Allen County is one of Indiana's busiest court systems. Call ahead or use the online search tools first to narrow down the case before visiting in person.

Allen County Felony Records Online

MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the primary free tool for Allen County felony case searches. Search by name or case number to find cases in the Allen County courts. Results include charges, case status, court dates, and final orders. Most final criminal orders are viewable without logging in. Given that Allen County processes over 60,000 new cases a year, the MyCase system carries a substantial volume of Allen County case data going back to when the county joined the electronic system.

Allen County also has its own courts information website at allencountycourt.org. This site has contact information for the various court divisions, records resources, and additional details specific to Allen County's court system. The Indiana Judicial Branch page for Allen County at in.gov/courts/local/allen-county lists all court contacts and additional resources. For a statewide criminal history search, use the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History system at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch. The fee is $15.70 per name-based search and covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests across Indiana.

The Allen County Sheriff's website at allencountysheriff.org has additional resources for criminal records, law enforcement contacts, and public safety information in Fort Wayne and Allen County.

Allen County Sheriff Arrest Records

Sheriff Troy Hershberger leads the Allen County Sheriff's Office at 715 South Calhoun Street, Room 101 of the Courthouse in Fort Wayne. Call (260) 449-7535 to reach the Sheriff's Office. Contact details are also available at allencountysheriff.org/contact. The Sheriff's Office holds arrest records for felony arrests made in Allen County. These records are created at the time of booking and are separate from the court case files. Together, the two record sets cover a felony case from arrest through final court judgment.

Under IC 5-14-3-5, the Allen County Sheriff must make certain records available to the public. Arrest logs, booking information showing offense types and dates, and warrant details are all public records under Indiana law. You do not need to explain why you want them. For offenders moved to Indiana state prisons after an Allen County felony conviction, check the IDOC Offender Locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov. The free Indiana SAVIN service and VINE at vinelink.com both provide custody change alerts for Allen County cases. VINE is also available by phone at 866-959-8463.

Allen County Felony Court Process

Felony arrests in Allen County go to the Allen County Prosecutor's Office for review. If formal charges are filed, the case is assigned to one of the Allen County criminal court divisions. The Clerk tracks every filing from first appearance through sentencing. Case documents include the charging information, all motions and responses, court orders, and the final judgment. Allen County's high case volume means the electronic record system is well developed, and most recent felony cases can be found through MyCase or the allencountycourt.org portal.

For older Allen County felony records not in the electronic system, visit the Clerk's office in Room 200A at the Courthouse. Bring a photo ID and as much case information as you have. The Allen County Sex Offender Registry is searchable through the Indiana Sex Offender Registry at in.gov/sor. Many sex offenses in Indiana are felonies, so the sex offender registry and the felony case record system often intersect for Allen County cases.

Note: Allen County is Indiana's second most populous county. The court system is large, with multiple criminal divisions handling different case types. Calling the Clerk or using the online search tools first will save time when looking for a specific case.

Allen County Felony Expungement

Indiana's expungement law under IC 35-38-9 allows Allen County residents to petition the court to seal certain felony records. Court filing fees for expungement petitions are waived under Indiana law. When a petition is granted, the records are removed from MyCase, the Allen County Courts portal, and the Indiana State Police criminal history database. They stop appearing in public searches. The petition is filed in the Allen County court that handled the original case.

Waiting periods depend on the offense. An arrest that did not result in conviction may qualify after one year in some cases. Less serious felony convictions typically need eight years. More serious felonies require ten years plus written consent from the Allen County Prosecutor. All fines, fees, and restitution must be paid in full before the petition is filed. Violent crimes and sex offenses listed in IC 35-38-9-8.5 cannot be expunged under Indiana law.

For guidance on whether an Allen County felony record qualifies, reach out to the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac. The PAC office provides free assistance understanding Indiana's public records and expungement laws.

Allen County Cities with Felony Records Pages

Fort Wayne is the primary city in Allen County and has its own felony records page with local court and police resources. All Allen County felony cases are filed at the Allen County courts in Fort Wayne.

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