Search Greene County Civil Court Records

Greene County civil court records are maintained by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Bloomfield. Home to about 31,000 residents, Greene County sits in southwestern Indiana and handles civil cases through its Circuit Court and Superior Court. You can search Greene County civil court records for free using the state MyCase portal, or get copies directly from the clerk office. The courthouse in Bloomfield has served as the center of all county court filings for over two centuries, and both current and historical records can be accessed through the clerk or online search tools.

Greene County Clerk of Courts

The Greene County Clerk of the Circuit Court manages all civil case filings and record requests for the county. The office is located in the Greene County Courthouse on the town square in Bloomfield. Staff at the clerk office can help you find case files, get copies of documents, and check the status of any civil case filed in Greene County. The office serves walk-in visitors during regular business hours.

The Greene County government website provides general information about county offices and services. The clerk office is on the main floor of the courthouse. If you cannot visit in person, you can reach them by phone or fax. Every civil court record filed in Greene County goes through this office, from initial complaints and motions to final judgments and court orders.

The Greene County government site has contact details and links to county services available to residents.

This site is a starting point for anyone who needs to reach the clerk office or find out about other county services in Greene County.

Search Greene County Civil Court Records Online

The easiest way to find civil court records in Greene County is through the MyCase portal. This free search tool from the Indiana courts covers all courts in the state, including Greene County Circuit and Superior Courts. You can look up cases by party name, case number, or attorney name. No sign-up is needed and the system is available at all hours.

MyCase displays basic case information like the parties involved, the filing date, case type, and a list of docket entries. For Greene County civil cases, the case number starts with 28, which is the county code. A case number like 28C01-2501-PL-000010 tells you it was filed in Greene County (28), in the Circuit Court (C), division 01, in January 2025, and is a civil plenary case (PL). Understanding this format helps when you search for specific cases.

Some older Greene County civil court records may not show up in the MyCase system. For those, call the clerk at (812) 384-2020. Staff can search local files that go back further than the online database. They can also confirm whether a specific record exists and what it will cost to get a copy.

The Indiana Judicial Branch page for Greene County lists the courts and judges that serve the county.

This page shows how the court system is organized in Greene County, including which divisions handle civil cases and who the presiding judges are.

Greene County Court Record Fees

Copy fees for civil court records in Greene County follow state guidelines. Regular copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies cost an additional $3 per document on top of the per-page charge. These rates apply whether you get records in person or through the mail.

The clerk office accepts cash, money orders, and cashier's checks. If you mail a request for Greene County civil court records, include a money order payable to the Greene County Clerk for the estimated amount. Call the office first at (812) 384-2020 to find out how much your request will cost. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the clerk can mail the copies back to you.

Under Indiana Code IC 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act, fees for copies must be reasonable and cannot exceed what it actually costs to produce them. The clerk cannot charge you a search fee for looking up civil court records in Greene County. If you think a fee is wrong, you can reference this statute.

Civil Courts in Greene County

Greene County operates a Circuit Court and a Superior Court. The Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over all types of civil cases. The Superior Court also hears civil matters, including small claims disputes where the dollar amount is below the state threshold. Both courts are in the Greene County Courthouse in Bloomfield.

The Indiana Judicial Branch page for Greene County has details on each court, the judges, and the types of cases they take. Civil filings in Greene County include contract disputes, property claims, debt collection cases, personal injury suits, and other civil litigation. Small claims cases use a simpler filing process and cost less to file, but they still produce public court records just like any other civil case.

Under Administrative Rule 9, all civil court records in Greene County are presumed public. Anyone can ask to see or copy them. There are exceptions for certain types of records, such as those involving juveniles, mental health proceedings, or cases a judge has ordered sealed. But the large majority of civil court filings in Greene County are open for public access. The Indiana court records rules page has the full text of Administrative Rule 9 and explains what can and cannot be restricted.

How to Get Greene County Civil Court Records

You can get copies of civil court records in Greene County three ways. Pick the one that works best for your situation.

In person is the fastest method. Visit the Greene County Courthouse at 1 W. Court Street in Bloomfield. Bring the case number or the names of the people in the case. The clerk will pull the file so you can look through it. If you need copies, pay $1 per page. Certified copies are $3 extra per document. The office is open from 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday.

Online searches through MyCase let you view case details at no charge. You can see docket entries, filing dates, and party names. But MyCase does not let you download full documents for most cases. To get actual copies of pleadings, orders, or judgments from a Greene County civil case, you need to contact the clerk office directly.

Mail requests are another option. Send a letter that includes the case number, the names of the parties, and a clear description of what documents you need. Include a money order payable to the Greene County Clerk for the fees, plus a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail it to 1 W. Court Street, Bloomfield, IN 47424. Under IC 5-14-3, the clerk must respond to a public records request within 7 days. Allow extra time for the mail on each end.

Greene County Court Records Resources

The MyCase search tips page has useful advice if you cannot find a specific case in Greene County. It explains how to use wildcards, narrow your results by date, and decode the case number system used by Indiana courts. For a smaller county like Greene, results lists tend to be shorter, which makes it easier to find what you are looking for.

Administrative Rule 9 governs access to court records across Indiana, including Greene County. The rule states that court records are open to the public unless a specific exception applies. If a clerk or court denies your request, you can ask for the legal basis of the denial. The court records rules page on the Indiana courts site gives you the full details of what is and is not accessible.

The Indiana Legal Help website is a free resource with guides and tools for common civil court issues in Greene County.

Legal Help in Greene County

Indiana Legal Help is a free website that provides self-help tools and guides for people dealing with civil court matters. It covers common case types like debt collection, housing disputes, and consumer problems. If you qualify based on your income, the site can connect you with legal aid organizations that serve Greene County.

Indiana Legal Services has regional offices that serve southwestern Indiana, including Greene County. They handle civil cases for low-income residents at no cost. You can apply online or call their intake line. Cases they take on include housing issues, consumer disputes, and family law matters. Pro bono programs through local bar associations may also pair Greene County residents with volunteer lawyers.

The Indiana courts website has downloadable forms for civil cases. These include complaint templates, answer forms, and motion blanks. If you plan to handle your own civil case in Greene County, start with these forms. The clerk office can point you to the right ones for your case type. Call (812) 384-2020 if you need help figuring out what to file or where to start.

Cities in Greene County

Greene County does not have any cities with a population over 100,000. Bloomfield is the county seat and largest town in the county. Other communities include Linton, Jasonville, and Worthington. All civil court records for residents throughout Greene County are handled by the clerk office in Bloomfield. No matter which town you live in, your civil case filings go through the Greene County Courthouse.

Nearby Counties

Several counties share a border with Greene County. If you are not sure which county has jurisdiction over your civil case, check the address where the issue happened or where the other party lives. Filing in the correct county is important for your case to move forward.