Huntington County Felony Records

Huntington County felony records are filed and maintained in Huntington, the county seat. The Huntington County Clerk of Courts handles all criminal case files, while the Huntington County Sheriff keeps arrest records. You can search Huntington County felony records through the Indiana MyCase portal or by visiting the Clerk's office at 201 N. Jefferson Street. The Sheriff's Office also offers in-person local criminal history checks for a $10 fee. This page covers your options for finding Huntington County felony records.

Huntington County Clerk Felony Records

The Huntington County Clerk is the official keeper of all court records including felony case files. The clerk's office is at 201 N. Jefferson Street in Huntington. Call (260) 358-4819 to reach the office. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Clerk holds case filings, orders, judgments, and all other documents from felony cases in the Huntington County Circuit Court and Superior Court.

The Circuit Court is in Suite 301 of the same building and can be reached at (260) 358-4814. The Superior Court is in Suite 302 and can be reached at (260) 358-4852. The Circuit Court is presided over by Hon. Jamie M. Groves. The Superior Court is led by Hon. Jennifer E. Newton. Copy fees follow Indiana Code: $1.00 per page for plain copies, plus $3.00 per document for certified copies. Bring ID and have the case number or defendant name ready when you visit.

Note: A Chronological Case Summary showing the full timeline of a case costs $1.00 at the Huntington County Clerk's office.

Huntington County Sheriff Criminal History Checks

Sheriff Christian E. Newton leads the Huntington County Sheriff's Office at 332 E. State Street in Huntington. The main office line is (260) 356-2520. The 24-hour dispatch line is (260) 356-8316. The jail can be reached at (260) 356-3110 around the clock. The fax is (260) 358-4877. The Sheriff's Office holds arrest records for felony arrests made in Huntington County and can provide in-person local criminal history checks.

Huntington County is one of the counties where you can get a local criminal history check directly from the Sheriff. This check costs $10.00 and must be done in person with a valid photo ID. This is different from a full state criminal history check and covers local arrest records held by the Sheriff's Office. It is a useful option when you specifically need a Huntington County local criminal history, though the Indiana State Police LCH search covers a broader record set statewide.

For the statewide ISP search covering all Indiana counties, use the Limited Criminal History system at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch. The fee is $15.70 per name-based search. This covers felony arrests and Class A misdemeanor arrests across Indiana, including Huntington County. More information about local resources is at huntington.in.us.

Under IC 5-14-3-5, the Huntington County Sheriff must make certain records public. Arrest logs showing offense dates and types are available to anyone who asks. You do not need to explain why you want them.

Huntington County Felony Records Online

MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the main free tool for searching Huntington County felony cases online. Look up cases by defendant name or case number. The results show the case status, charges, court events, and final orders. Most final criminal orders are available without signing in. MyCase is operated by the Indiana Supreme Court and covers Huntington County courts along with most other Indiana counties.

The Indiana Judicial Branch court information page for Huntington County has contacts for local courts and additional resources. For a statewide criminal history search, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History system runs name-based checks covering felonies and Class A misdemeanors across all Indiana counties for $15.70. For offenders currently in Indiana state prisons, check the IDOC Offender Locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov.

The Huntington County government website at huntington.in.us has department contacts, court information, and public records resources for all county offices. The courts page at huntington.in.us circuit court has direct contact details for the Circuit Court.

Huntington County Felony Court Process

Felony arrests in Huntington County go to the Prosecutor's Office for review. If formal charges are filed, the case is assigned to the Circuit Court or Superior Court at 201 N. Jefferson Street. The Clerk tracks every document from first appearance through sentencing. Case files include the charging document, motions, all court orders, and the final judgment. These records are part of the official Huntington County felony record and are accessible through MyCase or the Clerk's office.

For victims of Huntington County felony crimes, custody change notifications are available through Indiana SAVIN at indianasavin.in.gov and VINE at vinelink.com. VINE also accepts registrations by phone at 866-959-8463. Both services are free. SAVIN covers state prison custody changes. VINE covers both the county jail and state prison system.

Note: If you are unsure which Huntington County court handled a specific case, the Clerk's office can confirm which court and division the case is in.

Expunging Huntington County Felony Records

Indiana's expungement law under IC 35-38-9 lets Huntington County residents petition to seal certain felony records. Filing fees for expungement petitions are waived under Indiana law. When granted, the sealed records are removed from MyCase and the Indiana State Police criminal history database. They stop appearing in public searches. The petition is filed in the Huntington County court that originally handled the case.

How long you have to wait depends on the offense. An arrest that did not result in a conviction may qualify after one year in some cases. Less serious felony convictions typically need eight years. More serious felonies require ten years and written consent from the Huntington County Prosecutor. All fines, fees, and restitution must be fully paid before the petition is filed. Violent crimes and sex offenses listed under IC 35-38-9-8.5 cannot be expunged in Indiana.

For guidance on whether a Huntington County record is eligible, contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac. This is a free state resource that explains your rights and options under Indiana's expungement law.

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