Search Fulton County Felony Records
Fulton County felony records are maintained in Rochester, the county seat, by the Fulton County Clerk of Courts and the Fulton County Sheriff's Office. You can look up Fulton County felony records through Indiana's MyCase portal, by visiting the clerk's office at the courthouse, or by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly. This page covers the key offices, online tools, and steps to get what you need from Fulton County's criminal records system.
Fulton County Felony Records Quick Facts
Fulton County Clerk of Courts Records
The Fulton County Clerk of Courts is the official keeper of all felony case records in the county. The clerk's office is at 125 E 9th Street in Rochester. Call (574) 896-4515 to reach the office by phone. The Clerk handles case filings, marriage licenses, passports, court costs, and child support, along with all criminal case records. For felony records, the clerk's office is where you go to get case documents, certified copies, and chronological case summaries.
| Office | Fulton County Clerk of Courts |
|---|---|
| Address | 125 E 9th Street Rochester, IN 46975 |
| Phone | (574) 896-4515 |
| Website | co.fulton.in.us/210/Clerk-of-Courts |
The Fulton County Circuit Court is at 815 Main Street, Room 315, Rochester. The Superior Court operates from the same building. Both courts file felony cases, and the Clerk manages all records for each. Copy fees are $1.00 per page for plain copies. Certified copies require an additional $3.00 per document. A Chronological Case Summary costs $1.00. Payment is accepted by cash, money order, or credit card. Call ahead to confirm what is available before your visit.
Note: If you need a certified copy for legal use, call the clerk first to confirm the current fee and processing time before sending a request by mail.
Search Fulton County Felony Records Online
Indiana's MyCase portal at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the best free tool for online access to Fulton County felony records. Search by defendant name or case number to find cases in Fulton County's circuit and superior courts. Results show charges, court events, and case status. Most final criminal orders can be viewed without signing in. This system is maintained by the Indiana Supreme Court and is updated regularly.
For a statewide criminal history search covering Fulton County and all other Indiana counties, use the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History system at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch. This search covers felony arrests and Class A misdemeanor arrests. The fee is $15.70 per name-based search. This is the most thorough single search you can run for Indiana felony history, but it does not cover federal cases or out-of-state records.
The Fulton County Sheriff's Office at co.fulton.in.us/230/Sheriffs-Office has resources for the county's law enforcement operations. The Fulton County circuit court page at co.fulton.in.us/164/Circuit-Court provides additional court contact details. For jail inmate information, the Fulton County Sheriff's Office Jail runs an inmate search tool at fcsoga.org/inmate-search.
The Indiana Courts website at in.gov/courts has statewide information about the court system, how records are kept, and how to access public case information across all Indiana counties including Fulton.
Fulton County Sheriff Arrest Records
Sheriff Travis Heishman leads the Fulton County Sheriff's Office at 2006 Sweetgum Road in Rochester. Call (574) 223-2819 to reach the department. The Sheriff's Office creates and holds arrest records for felony arrests made in Fulton County. These records are separate from the court case files held by the Clerk, but together they give a full picture of a felony case from arrest through judgment.
Under IC 5-14-3-5, the Fulton County Sheriff must make certain public records available on request. Arrest logs, daily reports showing arrest dates and offense types, and related documents are open to anyone who asks. You don't need to give a reason. The fax line for the Sheriff's Office is (574) 223-8990 if you need to send a written request. For emergencies, always call 911.
If someone arrested in Fulton County is sent to an Indiana Department of Correction facility after a felony conviction, you can check their custody status at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov. The VINE service at vinelink.com sends free custody change alerts for Fulton County jail inmates. You can also call VINE at 866-959-8463 to register by phone. The Indiana SAVIN service covers state prison notifications.
Fulton County Felony Case Filing
When a felony arrest is made in Fulton County, the Prosecutor's Office reviews the case and decides whether to file formal charges. If charges are filed, the case is assigned to the Fulton County Circuit Court or Superior Court in Rochester. The clerk records every document from first appearance through sentencing. The official Fulton County felony record includes the charging documents, motions, court orders, and final judgment.
To find a Fulton County felony case, start with MyCase. If the case is older or predates digital records, visit the Clerk at 125 E 9th Street in Rochester. Bring a photo ID and any case details you have. If you are looking for someone currently in the Fulton County Jail, check the inmate search at fcsoga.org. For state prison records, use the IDOC Offender Locator.
Note: Indiana courts use e-filing for attorney submissions. Members of the public who want to file documents must do so in person at the clerk's office.
Felony Record Expungement in Fulton County
Indiana law under IC 35-38-9 allows Fulton County residents to petition for expungement of certain felony records. Filing fees for expungement petitions are waived by state law. When a petition is granted, the records are removed from MyCase and the Indiana State Police criminal history system. Expunged records are no longer visible in public searches. This process applies to cases filed in Fulton County and adjudicated in the local courts.
The waiting period depends on the offense. Arrests with no conviction may qualify after one year in some cases. Less serious felony convictions usually require an eight-year wait. More serious felonies require ten years and written consent from the Fulton County Prosecutor. All fines, fees, and restitution must be paid before a petition is filed. Certain offenses cannot be expunged anywhere in Indiana. These include most violent crimes and sex offenses listed in IC 35-38-9-8.5.
If you are unsure whether your Fulton County felony record qualifies, contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac. The PAC office can clarify what the law covers and help you understand your options under Indiana's expungement rules.