Search Clark County Court Cases

This page helps users handle a court records need in Clark County, Indiana, by explaining where to search case information, when to contact the Clerk, and how official court access works.

For many non-confidential Indiana court cases, Odyssey Public Access through MyCase is the main online search option. The Clark County Clerk of the Courts remains the local office for official trial court records and court document needs.

Case Search - MyCase

Use MyCase to search non-confidential cases in Indiana courts that use the Odyssey case management system. Start with the official search Clark County court cases in MyCase tool.

Have one of these search details ready before using the system:

• Case number
• Party name
• Attorney information

MyCase organizes searches by tab, so choose the option that matches the information you have.

• Select the Case tab to search by case number.
• Select the Name tab to search by party name.
• Select the Attorney tab to search by attorney.
• Use the court filters to narrow results by case category, including criminal and citation, civil, family, probate, appellate, or commercial matters.

Important: Information displayed in MyCase is not the official court record and may contain errors or omissions.

Official court records and copies

The Clark County Clerk of the Courts administers official court records for trial court cases with jurisdiction in Clark County. The Clerk also prepares permanent historical court records and processes documents for court cases.

For an official court record, a copy request, or a case document that is not available online, contact the court that maintains the record or the Clark County Clerk of the Courts. Online case information should be treated as a public access tool, not as a certified or official record.

Clark County courts

The Clark Circuit Courts have original jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases in Clark County. Most Clark Circuit Court locations listed for public contact are at the Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130.

Circuit Court No. 1

Clark Circuit Court No. 1 is presided over by Judge Nicholas A. Karaffa.

Circuit Court No. 2

Clark Circuit Court No. 2 is presided over by Judge Bradley B. Jacobs, with Magistrate William Dawkins.

Circuit Court No. 3

Clark Circuit Court No. 3 is presided over by Judge N. Lisa Glickfield, with Magistrate Jeffrey Branstetter.

Circuit Court No. 4

Clark Circuit Court No. 4 is presided over by Judge Lisa Garcia Reger, with Magistrate Darren Wilder.

Circuit Court No. 5

Clark Circuit Court No. 5 is presided over by Judge Abraham Navarro, with Magistrate Andrew Adams.

Circuit Court No. 6

Clark Circuit Court No. 6 is presided over by Judge Kyle P. Williams, with Magistrate William Dawkins.

Clarksville Town Court handles misdemeanor offenses occurring in Clarksville.

E-filing and self-service court resources

Indiana offers statewide e-filing resources for court filings. Attorneys are required to e-file in Clark County, and other users are encouraged to e-file. Use the Indiana Judicial Branch statewide e-filing information to review guides, rules, providers, support, and frequently asked questions.

Clark County also provides self-service legal information and pro se forms for users representing themselves. Court staff cannot provide legal advice or help complete forms. The available form topics include divorce, guardianship, name changes, small claims, eviction, protective orders, fee waivers, specialized driving privileges, and other court-related filings.

Traffic cases, tickets, and court dates

For traffic citations, Clark County provides payment instructions, fine schedules, court-date information, and Traffic Violations Bureau contact information. The traffic page also explains when a court appearance is required and what happens if payment is not made within the listed grace period.

Some Indiana tickets may be paid through the statewide ePay Public Access system. Online ticket searches may use a ticket number, driver’s license number, or name and date of birth.

If a ticket was recently issued, the statewide payment system advises allowing time for the ticket to appear. Clark County traffic guidance says to wait at least 5 to 7 days before trying to pay online, while the statewide payment tool notes that tickets may take up to 10 business days to appear.

Filing fees and case costs

Clark County lists filing fees and costs for common case types. Fees are typically revised on July 1 each year, so users should verify the current amount before filing.

For civil and small claims actions, the listed fees reflect one named defendant. Clark County lists a $10.00 service fee for each additional defendant and a $10.00 garnishee service fee for each garnishee defendant in excess of three, except where the fee is not collected for electronically filed documents.

Court records contacts

Use these Clark County contacts for official records, court document questions, traffic case questions, and local court routing.

• Clark County Clerk of the Courts, Clark County Judicial Center, 501 E Court Avenue, Room 137, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6244. Fax: (812) 285-6372.
• Ryan Lynch, Clark County Clerk. Phone: (812) 285-6375. Email: [email protected].
• Clark Circuit Court No. 1, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6308. Fax: (812) 285-6283.
• Clark Circuit Court No. 2, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6333. Fax: (812) 285-6380.
• Clark Circuit Court No. 3, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6316. Fax: (812) 280-5662.
• Clark Circuit Court No. 4, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 285-6294. Fax: (812) 285-6258.
• Clark Circuit Court No. 5, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 670-4949.
• Clark Circuit Court No. 6, Clark County Courthouse, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 670-4950.
• Court Administrator, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130. Phone: (812) 207-2341. Email: [email protected].
• Clarksville Town Court, 2000 Broadway, Clarksville, Indiana 47129. Phone: (812) 283-1505. Fax: (812) 280-5548.
• Traffic Violations Dept. Phone: (812) 285-6399. Email: [email protected].