Access Morgan County Divorce Records
Morgan County divorce records are public court files maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Martinsville, Indiana. The clerk's office on South Main Street is the official source for dissolution of marriage petitions, final decrees, and all related case documents. You can search records online for free or contact the clerk to request copies in person or by mail.
Morgan County Quick Facts
Where Morgan County Divorce Records Are Kept
Clerk Tammy Parker is the official custodian of court records for Morgan County. The clerk's office is at 180 S. Main St, Suite 172, Martinsville, IN 46151. Phone: 765-205-1548. All divorce petitions, temporary orders, final decrees, and case documents are filed here. The clerk maintains records for all courts in Morgan County, including the Circuit Court and any Superior Courts in the county. Staff can search by name or case number to help find a specific case or pull a file for review at the counter.
Martinsville is the county seat for Morgan County, which sits just south of Indianapolis. Because of its proximity to the metro area, Morgan County has seen steady growth and a corresponding increase in court filings over the years. The clerk's office in Martinsville is the central hub for all family law records in the county. Older files may be stored separately from current ones, so knowing the approximate year a case was filed helps when searching for older records.
For the most current clerk contact information and court details, visit the Indiana Courts local page for Morgan County. This page has verified contact details for the clerk and courts in Martinsville.
The Indiana Courts local resource for Morgan County provides current clerk contact info and links to court resources in Martinsville.
The Morgan County Circuit Court Clerk in Martinsville handles all dissolution of marriage filings and maintains the official case records for the county.
How to Search Morgan County Divorce Records
The free public portal, MyCase Indiana, is the quickest way to search Morgan County divorce cases online. Enter a party name or case number and see filing dates, case status, party information, and a list of documents. No account needed. No fee. Some document images are available through the portal; others need an in-person visit or mail request to get physical copies.
For in-person access, go to the clerk's office at 180 S. Main St, Suite 172 in Martinsville during regular business hours. Staff can search for cases, pull files, and process copy requests. For mail requests, write to the same address. Include full names of both parties, the approximate filing year, and prepaid payment for copies.
The Indiana Courts public records guide walks through the formal process for requesting court records. For guidance on family law rights or help understanding documents from a Morgan County case, Indiana Legal Help offers free resources statewide.
Morgan County Divorce Filing Requirements
To file for divorce in Morgan County, at least one spouse must have lived in Indiana for six months and in Morgan County for at least three months before the petition is filed. This residency requirement is in Indiana Code 31-15-2-6. If the county residency requirement is not satisfied, the Morgan County court cannot take the case, and you must file in the county where you have actually lived for three months.
Indiana's 60-day waiting period under IC 31-15-2-10 applies in Morgan County. No final decree can be issued until 60 days after the petition was filed. This is true even when both sides agree on all terms. In Morgan County, uncontested cases where all documents are in order typically move to a final hearing quickly after the waiting period closes.
Indiana is a no-fault divorce state. You file on the grounds of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. No fault needs to be shown or proven. The court works through property division and any custody and support issues if children are involved, then issues a final decree. Morgan County courts are familiar with handling both straightforward uncontested cases and more involved contested matters.
For those filing without an attorney, the clerk's office in Martinsville can point you to self-help resources. Indiana Legal Help also has free guidance on pro se divorce filings in Indiana. Call 765-205-1548 with questions about where and how to file your documents.
Fees for Morgan County Divorce Records
Filing a dissolution of marriage petition in Morgan County costs in the range of $157 to $177 depending on case type. This is the initial filing fee. Other costs can come up for service, motions, and additional case-related filings.
Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost an additional $3 to $5 per document. Call 765-205-1548 to confirm the current fee schedule before sending payment. Mail requests require advance payment. Confirm accepted payment methods when you contact the clerk.
Public Access to Morgan County Divorce Records
Morgan County divorce records are public under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, IC 5-14-3. Any member of the public can request to view or copy a case file without being a party and without stating a reason. This access is guaranteed by law.
Some restrictions apply in family law cases. Sections of divorce files related to minor children, custody evaluations, or sealed financial records may be restricted by court order. The clerk handles these case by case. Most core case documents, including the final decree, are accessible to the public.
Search online at MyCase Indiana for free. For copies or in-person access, contact the Morgan County Clerk at 180 S. Main St, Suite 172, Martinsville, or call 765-205-1548. The Indiana Courts directory has current contact information for Morgan County courts.