Newton County Felony Records
Newton County felony records are held by the county clerk and the Newton County Sheriff's Office, both operating in Kentland, the county seat. You can search Newton County felony records online through the Indiana MyCase portal or visit the clerk at the Newton County Courthouse, 201 N 3rd Street. Newton County borders Illinois to the west and Lake County to the north. This page covers every method for finding and accessing Newton County felony records.
Newton County Felony Records Quick Facts
Newton County Clerk of Courts Felony Records
The Newton County Clerk's office is at the Newton County Courthouse, 201 N 3rd Street, Kentland, IN 47951. The phone number is (219) 474-6081. The clerk's website at newtoncounty.in.gov/department/index.php?structureid=11 provides contact details and information on the types of records maintained. The clerk serves as the official record-keeper for all county-level court cases in Newton County, including felony matters handled by the Circuit Court and Superior Court.
The Newton County Clerk maintains the complete case file for every felony charge filed in the county. That file contains the charging document, motions, court orders, and the final judgment. Standard copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies require an additional certification fee. The court division information is available at newtoncounty.in.gov/department/division.php?structureid=48. Newton County uses the Indiana Odyssey Case Management System, which feeds data into the MyCase portal for public access.
Newton County's small size means the clerk's office handles a relatively low volume of felony cases compared to larger Indiana counties. Staff are generally able to assist with records requests without long wait times. If you need to mail a request, the courthouse address in Kentland accepts written inquiries.
Note: As the record-keeper for all Newton County court cases, the clerk is the right first contact for any felony case that went through the local court system, whether it ended in dismissal, a not-guilty verdict, or a conviction.
Search Newton County Felony Cases Online
The Indiana MyCase portal at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the primary free tool for finding Newton County felony case information online. Search by name or case number to find charges, court dates, and dispositions. No login is required. Newton County participates in the Odyssey system, so most current and recently closed felony cases are available through MyCase without a trip to Kentland.
The Indiana Judicial Branch county page at in.gov/courts/local/newton-county lists court division contact information and links to local resources. This is the best place to find direct phone numbers and confirm which division handled a specific Newton County felony case. Public record search tools are also available through the county website for cases in the local system.
For a statewide criminal history check that includes Newton County felony records, use the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History service. The online LCH search at in.gov/ai/appfiles/isp-lch costs $15.70 per name and covers felony and Class A misdemeanor arrests across all Indiana counties going back decades. This is more thorough than a single-county search when you need to see if someone has felony records in multiple counties.
The Indiana Judicial Branch at in.gov/courts/local/newton-county provides the most current contact information for Newton County courts and is the reliable source for local access to felony records.
Newton County Sheriff Felony Records
The Newton County Sheriff's Office is at 304 E Seymour Street, Kentland, IN 47951. The main phone is (219) 474-3331. The fax is (219) 474-3333. The non-emergency line is (219) 474-6081. The department's website at newtoncounty.in.gov/department/?structureid=30 provides general department information. Newton County's additional departments can be accessed through the county website at newtoncounty.in.gov/department/index.php?structureid=33.
The Newton County Sheriff maintains arrest records for felony offenses in unincorporated Newton County. These records include booking information, fingerprint data, and the initial arrest report. Under IC 5-14-3-5, arrest logs, offense dates, and warrant details are public records in Indiana. The Sheriff's Office must release this information upon request. You do not need to state a reason when asking for public arrest records. Newton County is small, and the Sheriff's Office often serves as the primary law enforcement agency for much of the county.
Newton County Felony Case Process
Newton County felony cases begin with an arrest by the Sheriff's Office or a local police department. The Newton County Prosecutor reviews the evidence and decides whether to file formal charges. Once filed, the case is assigned to the Circuit Court or Superior Court in Kentland. Every filing from the first court appearance through sentencing becomes part of the official Newton County felony record.
For convictions resulting in prison sentences, the Indiana Department of Correction takes custody. The IDOC offender locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov lets you check if someone is currently held at a state facility. Victims can register for free custody notifications through Indiana SAVIN. For Newton County Jail custody changes, VINE at vinelink.com or 866-959-8463 provides local jail alerts separate from the state prison system.
Expunging Newton County Felony Records
Indiana's expungement law at IC 35-38-9 gives eligible Newton County residents a path to petition the court to seal certain felony records. Once granted, sealed records are removed from MyCase and the ISP Limited Criminal History database. Filing fees for expungement petitions are waived by Indiana law, which removes the cost barrier for qualified individuals.
Waiting periods vary by offense. Arrests with no conviction may qualify after one year in some cases. Less serious felony convictions need eight years from conviction or release. More serious felonies require ten years and written consent from the Newton County Prosecutor. All fines, costs, and restitution must be paid in full before filing. Homicide, serious sex offenses, and violent crimes under IC 35-38-9-8.5 cannot be expunged in Newton County or anywhere in Indiana. Contact the Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac for general guidance on whether a specific Newton County record qualifies.
Newton County Criminal Record Resources
The Indiana Sex Offender Registry at in.gov/sor lists individuals convicted of qualifying sex crimes in Newton County who must register under IC 11-8-8. This public registry is tied directly to felony conviction records and is free to use. The Indiana Courts central hub at in.gov/courts is the statewide resource for all judicial information and links to Newton County court resources in Kentland.
The ISP criminal history services page at in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services explains all options for obtaining a full Indiana criminal history check covering Newton County. If someone has felony records in more than one county, the ISP LCH system is the most complete tool available to the public for a comprehensive review.