Access Dubois County Civil Court Records

Civil court records in Dubois County are kept by the Clerk of Courts at the courthouse in Jasper. The county has about 43,629 residents and sits in southwestern Indiana. Dubois County runs a Circuit Court and Superior Court that handle all civil filings in the area. You can search these records for free on the state MyCase portal or visit the clerk office in person during business hours. Cases from contract disputes, small claims, debt collection, property matters, and other civil actions all produce public records that the Dubois County clerk maintains. This page walks through how to find, search, and request civil court records from Dubois County.

Dubois County Clerk of Courts Office

The Clerk of Courts handles all civil court records in Dubois County. This office files new civil cases, stores documents, and gives copies to the public. The clerk office is at 1 Courthouse Square in Jasper. Walk in during business hours to request records, file civil papers, or check the status of a case.

Call the Dubois County clerk at (812) 481-7035 before you visit if you want to check on a specific case. Staff can tell you the status and let you know what documents are in the file. Standard copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies add $3 per document on top of the page fee. The clerk takes cash, check, and money order. You can also fax requests to (812) 481-7052, but call ahead to confirm they can process it that way. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act, the clerk must respond to records requests within 7 days. Most walk-in requests for Dubois County civil court records get handled the same day.

The Dubois County government website has details about all county offices, including the clerk of courts, court schedules, and public services at the courthouse in Jasper.

Search Dubois County Civil Records Online

The MyCase portal is the fastest way to search civil court records in Dubois County from home. This free tool from the Indiana courts holds case data from all 92 counties in the state. No account is needed. Go to the site and search by party name or case number. Dubois County uses county code 19 in the system, so local case numbers start with "19" followed by the court type, year, and sequence number.

To find a Dubois County civil case on MyCase, type the last name first, then the first name. Use the county filter to narrow results to Dubois County only. The system shows case summaries, hearing dates, party names, and sometimes links to documents you can view or download. Civil court records from Dubois County going back to the mid-2000s are on the system for most case types. Older records may not be loaded, so contact the clerk in Jasper for those. The MyCase help page has step-by-step guides for each search option.

You can also try wildcards in the name fields if your first search turns up nothing. Enter just a last name with the county set to Dubois and review the results. The MyCase search tips page on the state courts site covers all the ways to find records that do not show up on a basic search.

Civil Courts in Dubois County

Dubois County has a Circuit Court and a Superior Court. The Circuit Court is the main trial court and hears a broad range of civil cases. The Superior Court takes on more civil filings to help manage the caseload. Both courts run out of the courthouse in Jasper.

Common types of civil court records in Dubois County come from contract disputes, debt collection suits, eviction cases, property disputes, and personal injury claims. Family law cases like divorce, custody, and child support also create civil records. Small claims cases in Dubois County cover disputes under the state dollar limit and use a simpler process. Each case type creates its own file that the clerk keeps.

The Dubois County court page on the Indiana Judicial Branch website lists all court divisions and the types of cases each one handles in the county.

This screenshot from the state courts website shows how Dubois County courts are structured and which divisions hear civil matters in the county.

Under Administrative Rule 9, all civil court records in Dubois County are presumed open to the public. Some records get restricted. Cases that involve juveniles, mental health, or sealed files are not available for public review. But the large majority of civil court records filed in Dubois County stay open for anyone to view. The court records rules page on the Indiana courts site covers what is and is not public under the rule.

How to Get Dubois County Court Records

There are three ways to get copies of civil court records from Dubois County. Each method works, and the right pick depends on what you need and how fast you need it.

In person is the most direct route. Go to the clerk office at 1 Courthouse Square in Jasper. Bring a photo ID and the case number or names of the parties. Staff will pull the file so you can look through it at the counter. Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies add $3 per document. The clerk takes cash, check, and money order. Under Indiana Code 5-14-3, the clerk must respond to your request within 7 days. Same-day service is standard for walk-in requests at the Dubois County courthouse.

Mail requests work well too. Send a letter to the Dubois County Clerk of Courts at 1 Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546. Include the case number, party names, and the documents you need. Add a check or money order for the fees, payable to the Dubois County Clerk. Put in a self-addressed stamped envelope. Allow 5 to 10 business days for the clerk to process and mail back your copies. The state records request page has the full steps for getting records from any Indiana county clerk.

Call (812) 481-7035 to confirm current fees before you mail a payment.

Dubois County Court Record Fees

Copy fees for civil court records in Dubois County follow standard rates. Regular copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies are $3 more per document on top of the page fee. These fees apply to all civil case documents, from complaints and motions to judgments and court orders.

The clerk office takes cash, check, and money order for payment. If you mail a request, include a check or money order for the full amount. Call the clerk at (812) 481-7035 first to get an exact quote so you send the right payment. Fees may change over time, so always verify with the Dubois County clerk before making a trip or mailing your request.

Legal Help in Dubois County

Indiana Legal Help is a free site with self-help tools and guides for civil court cases. It covers common case types and links to legal aid groups that serve the Dubois County area. If you qualify based on income, you may be able to get a lawyer at no cost for your civil matter.

Legal aid offices in southwestern Indiana handle cases for low-income residents in Dubois County and surrounding areas. The Indiana State Bar runs a lawyer referral service that can connect you with an attorney. If you need court forms for a civil case in Dubois County, the Indiana courts website has standard forms you can download and print at home. Call the clerk at (812) 481-7035 if you need help finding the right forms or resources for your situation.

The Indiana courts public records page covers the full process for getting civil court records from any county in Indiana, including Dubois County.

This site provides forms, guides, and links to legal aid offices that serve Dubois County and surrounding areas in southwestern Indiana.

Cities in Dubois County

Dubois County has several small cities and towns. Jasper is the county seat and the largest city. Other communities include Huntingburg, Ferdinand, Holland, and Birdseye. All civil cases from these areas go through the Dubois County courts in Jasper. The clerk at 1 Courthouse Square holds all civil court records for the entire county.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Dubois County. Check the address tied to your civil case to make sure you file in the right county. The court must have jurisdiction over the area where the dispute took place.