Indianapolis Divorce Records

Divorce records for Indianapolis are filed and maintained by the Marion County Circuit Court Clerk, which serves all residents of Indiana's capital city and consolidated city-county government known as Unigov.

Marion County Handles Indianapolis Divorce Records

Indianapolis operates under Unigov, a consolidated city-county government structure unique in Indiana. This means the city of Indianapolis and Marion County share many administrative functions. For divorce records, this matters because all filings go through the Marion County Circuit Court Clerk -- not any city office. The clerk maintains every dissolution of marriage case filed in the county, going back decades.

Marion County is Judicial District 13. Cases are heard in Circuit Court and in Superior Courts across several divisions. The main clerk office sits at 200 E. Washington St, Suite W122, in downtown Indianapolis. This is where you go to search records in person, request certified copies, or file new cases.

A major change came in December 2025 when the new Community Justice Campus opened at 675 Justice Way. Some court operations relocated there. If you are heading to a specific courtroom, confirm the current location before you go. The clerk's main administrative office at the City-County Building remains the primary contact point for record requests.

Marion County Clerk Contact Info

The Marion County Clerk is Kate Sweeney Bell. Her office handles all civil records including divorce and dissolution filings.

• Clerk: Kate Sweeney Bell
• Address: 200 E. Washington St, Suite W122, Indianapolis, IN 46204
• Phone: 317-327-4740
• Website: indy.gov/agency/marion-county-clerks-office

Office hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Hours can vary around holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip, especially during busy court weeks.

The clerk's office processes both paper and e-filed cases. If your attorney filed electronically through the state's e-filing system, the record still ends up in the Marion County Clerk's system and is searchable the same way.

How to Search Indianapolis Divorce Records

Indiana maintains a statewide online case search portal called MyCase. It covers most courts across all 92 counties, including Marion County. You can access it at mycase.in.gov. Search by name, case number, or party. Many divorce cases from recent years are available here at no charge, though some older records may not appear.

The Marion County Clerk also has its own online search tools. The clerk's website links to document access for cases filed in Marion County courts. Results vary by how old the case is and whether documents were scanned.

For in-person searches, visit the clerk's office at 200 E. Washington St. Staff can look up cases by name or case number. Bring a valid photo ID. If you need certified copies, the fee is $1.00 per page plus a $3.00 to $5.00 certification fee. Staff can usually pull records while you wait, though complex older cases may require more time.

Mail requests are also accepted. Write to the clerk's office with the names of both parties, the approximate year of divorce, and a check or money order for estimated copy fees. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing times vary based on office workload.

Filing for Divorce in Indianapolis

To file for divorce in Marion County, at least one spouse must have lived in Indiana for six months and in Marion County for three months before filing. This is the standard residency rule under Indiana Code 31-15-2-6. You file your petition at the Marion County Clerk's office, either in person or through an attorney using the state's e-filing system.

Indiana has a mandatory 60-day waiting period after the petition is filed before a final decree can be entered. This is set by Indiana Code 31-15-2-10. The 60 days run from the date the petition is filed, not from the date the other spouse is served. Even uncontested divorces must wait out this period.

Filing fees in Marion County are approximately $157 to $177 depending on the case type. Cases with children or complex property may have additional filing requirements. The clerk's office can tell you the exact fee when you arrive or if you call ahead.

Types of Divorce Records Available

The Marion County Clerk keeps several types of records related to divorce:

• Petition for Dissolution of Marriage -- the initial filing that starts the case
• Summons and proof of service -- showing the other party was notified
• Provisional orders -- temporary rulings on custody or support during the case
• Settlement agreements -- if the parties resolved the case without trial
• Final decree of dissolution -- the court's official order ending the marriage
• Modifications and enforcement orders -- changes made after the original decree

Not all documents are public. Some filings related to children, financial disclosures, or sealed portions of a case may require a court order to access. The clerk can tell you which documents are available for a specific case when you inquire.

Fees and Access Options

Viewing a case online through MyCase is free. Printing documents at the courthouse costs $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page plus a certification fee of $3.00 to $5.00 per document. A certified copy of the final decree is what most people need when changing a name on a driver's license, passport, or financial account.

Marion County accepts cash, check, and money orders at the counter. Call the clerk's office to confirm current payment options before your visit. Credit cards may or may not be accepted depending on the specific window or transaction type.

If you need legal help with a divorce case and cannot afford an attorney, contact Indiana Legal Help for resources and referrals to free or low-cost legal services in Marion County.

The Marion County Clerk's office at 200 E. Washington St processes all Indianapolis divorce filings. Visit the clerk's website for current hours and online access options for divorce records.

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Marion County Court Resources

All Indianapolis divorce cases are filed in Marion County. Visit the county page for more resources.