This page helps users find court records in Elkhart County, Indiana, using official case search tools, local court information, and the Clerk’s Office for court record needs.

Indiana’s Case Search - MyCase is the main public online search for non-confidential cases in Indiana courts that use Odyssey. The Elkhart County Clerk maintains the records of the courts and can help with court record questions that require direct office handling.

Case Search - MyCase

Use Indiana Case Search - MyCase to search non-confidential cases in Indiana courts that use the Odyssey case management system.

Have one of these search options ready before you begin:

  • Case number
  • Party name
  • Attorney information

MyCase lets users search from separate tabs based on the information they have.

  • Open the case search page.
  • Choose the Case tab, Name tab, or Attorney tab.
  • Limit the search by court category when helpful, such as Criminal & Citation, Civil, Family, Probate, Appellate, or Commercial.
  • Review the search results for the case information available online.

Online case information and official court records

MyCase provides electronic access as a public service, but online case information is not the official court record. Information shown online may contain errors or omissions, and accuracy is not warranted.

Official records of court proceedings must be obtained directly from the court maintaining the record. Contact the local court directly when a document is not available online or when you need a copy from the court file.

Elkhart County courts and case areas

Elkhart County’s court information page points users to the Indiana case database for information on a specific case. It also separates court topics by case type, which can help users choose the right local resource before filing or asking for help.

  • Circuit Court, Superior Court No. 2, and Superior Court No. 5 handle civil cases.
  • Small claims court offers an informal process for claims of $10,000 or less.
  • Circuit Court, Superior Court No. 1, Superior Court No. 3, and Superior Court No. 4 handle criminal jurisdiction for felonies, misdemeanors, infractions, and ordinance violations according to the filing order in the Elkhart County Local Rules.
  • The Elkhart County Unified Family Court hears dissolution of marriage, paternity, guardianship, adoption, custody, grandparent visitation, non-criminal protection order, IV-D child support, name or gender marker change, juvenile delinquency, and CHINS cases.

Self-represented filings and e-filing

The Access to Justice Center offers court-accepted paperwork that may be filed without an attorney by self-represented litigants. Elkhart County Judges and the Indiana Supreme Court recommend against proceeding in court without lawyer representation.

E-filing is the process of filing documents electronically with Indiana Courts. In Elkhart County, e-filed documents are entered into Odyssey, the state case management system used to create, receive, organize, store, retrieve, and display court documents and case information.

Attorneys are required to e-file in Elkhart County, and others are encouraged to e-file. Users can review statewide e-filing information through the Indiana Judicial Branch e-filing resources.

Court record contacts

Use these contacts for local court record questions, court locations, or copy needs that are not resolved through MyCase.

  • Elkhart County Clerk, 1905 Reliance Rd, Goshen, IN 46526
    Phone: (574) 538-3000
    Email: [email protected]
    Hours: Monday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Elkhart County Judicial Center, 1905 Reliance Road, Goshen, IN 46526
    Telephone directory: (574) 538-3000
    Hours: Monday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Elkhart City Court Clerk, 229 South Second Street, Elkhart, IN 46516
    Phone: (574) 522-5272
    Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Goshen City Court Clerk, 111 East Jefferson Street, Suite 2, Goshen, IN 46528
    Phone: (574) 533-9365
    Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Nappanee City Court Clerk, 300 West Lincoln Street, Nappanee, IN 46550
    Phone: (574) 773-2112
    Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Common questions

Where can I search Elkhart County court records online?

Search non-confidential cases through Indiana Case Search - MyCase. It covers Indiana courts that use Odyssey and lets users search by case number, party name, or attorney.

Is MyCase the official court record?

No. MyCase information is provided as a public service and is not the official court record. Official records of court proceedings must be obtained directly from the court maintaining the record.

Who maintains court records in Elkhart County?

The Elkhart County Clerk’s Office maintains the records of the courts. The Clerk’s Office also processes court work and collects fines, fees, costs, and child support cash payments.

What should I do if a document is not available online?

Contact the local court directly with questions about getting a copy of a document in your case if it is not available online.

Can court documents be filed electronically in Elkhart County?

Yes. E-filing is available for Indiana Courts, and attorneys are required to e-file in Elkhart County. Others are encouraged to e-file.