Jasper County Divorce Records

How To Find a Divorce Record In Jasper County in 2026

JasperINRecords.us provides access to publicly available information related to divorce records in Jasper County, Indiana. Members of the public may find case filings, final decrees, docket entries, court orders, and related dissolution of marriage documents through official county and state resources. Record availability may vary depending on the age of the case, whether documents have been sealed, and the format in which records are maintained.

Divorce records in Jasper County may be searched through several official channels, including the Indiana Courts Case Search portal (MyCase), the Jasper County Clerk's office, in-person public access terminals at the courthouse, and written mail requests. As noted by the Indiana Supreme Court, "official records of court proceedings may only be obtained directly from the court maintaining a particular record."

Online Searches

1. Clerk of Court Case Search via MyCase

• The MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search portal is the most common starting point for locating divorce case information online.
• Members of the public may search by party name or case number at no charge for basic docket information.
• Certified copies or full document access require a fee and must be obtained directly from the court.

2. Jasper County Circuit Court Records

• The Jasper County Circuit Court maintains dissolution of marriage case files and provides access to record cards and case indexes.
• This court handles family law matters, including divorce proceedings, for Jasper County residents.

3. Indiana Vital Records — Marriage and Divorce Verification

• Indiana does not issue a separate statewide divorce certificate through the Indiana Department of Health; however, the Indiana Vital Records office provides guidance on verifying marital status and locating related county-level records.
• Divorce decrees are maintained at the county court level, not by the state vital records office.

In-Person Searches

Clerk of Court — Family Division:

Jasper County Clerk's Office
115 W. Washington St., Suite 201
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Phone: (219) 866-4926
County Clerk

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Services available in person:
  • Search case files by party name or case number
  • View filed documents at public access terminals
  • Request certified copies of final decrees and orders
  • Staff assistance for locating records
  • Microfilm Department access for historical records (located on the 1st floor of the Jasper County Courthouse)

Jasper County Circuit Court
115 W. Washington St.
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Phone: (219) 866-4926
Jasper Co. Circuit Court

By Mail

Written Request:

• Mail requests to: Jasper County Clerk's Office, 115 W. Washington St., Suite 201, Rensselaer, IN 47978
• Include the following in the written request:
  • Full legal names of both parties
  • Maiden names, if applicable
  • Approximate date of divorce or filing
  • Case number, if known
  • Requestor's full name and contact information
  • Purpose of the request, if required
  • Payment for applicable copy fees
  • Self-addressed stamped envelope for return correspondence
• Processing time: Requests are processed in the order received; allow one to two weeks for standard requests.

By Phone

Limited Information Available:

• Jasper County Clerk's Office: (219) 866-4926
• Staff may confirm:
  • Whether a case exists in the system
  • The assigned case number
  • Current case status
  • Original filing date
• Staff cannot provide:
  • Detailed document contents by phone
  • Copies of filed documents
  • Confidential or restricted case information

Through Attorneys

Members of the public involved in complex dissolution matters may retain legal counsel to access court records on their behalf. Licensed attorneys may request sealed documents upon a proper showing to the court and carry professional obligations regarding the use of obtained records. The Indiana State Bar Association provides a lawyer referral service for individuals seeking legal representation in family law matters.

Information Needed for Search

Essential Information:

• Full legal names of both spouses at the time of filing
• Maiden names, if applicable
• Approximate date of divorce or year of filing
• Case number, if previously known

Helpful Information:

• Date and county of marriage
• Previous residential addresses in Indiana
• Names of attorneys of record, if known
• Names of minor children, if applicable

Search in Correct County

Under Indiana Code § 31-15-2-6, a petition for dissolution of marriage must be filed in the county where either spouse has maintained a principal residence for at least three months immediately preceding the filing. Members of the public who are uncertain of the filing county may need to search multiple counties or use the statewide MyCase portal to locate the correct jurisdiction. A divorce may not be searched in the county where the marriage occurred unless one of the parties also resided there at the time of filing.

Time Considerations

Recent Divorces:

• Newly finalized cases may not appear in online systems immediately following the final hearing.
• Allow several business days to several weeks for processing after the court enters the final judgment.

Older Divorces:

• Cases predating electronic filing may exist only in paper or microfilm format.
• Historical records may require special retrieval requests and additional processing time.
• The Jasper County Clerk's Microfilm Department, located on the first floor of the courthouse, maintains archived records.

What If You Cannot Find a Record

Common Issues:

• The divorce was filed in a different Indiana county
• Name variations between married and maiden names
• Spelling differences in party names
• The case remains pending and has not been finalized
• Very old records stored in archive or microfilm format
• The case has been sealed by court order

Next Steps:

• Contact the Jasper County Clerk's Office at (219) 866-4926
• Attempt alternate name spellings in the MyCase search portal
• Search under both spouses' names
• Review Indiana vital records guidance for marriage and dissolution verification
• Consult a licensed Indiana attorney for sealed or complex record access

What Are Jasper County Divorce Records?

Jasper County divorce records are official court documents generated during and after dissolution of marriage proceedings filed in the Jasper County Circuit Court. These records constitute part of the permanent family law case file maintained by the Clerk of Court and are subject to Indiana's public access laws.

Types of Divorce Records:

Court Case Files:

• Petition for dissolution of marriage
• Response or answer to the petition
• Financial affidavits submitted by both parties
• Proposed and approved parenting plans
• Marital settlement agreements
• Motions, responses, and court orders
• Transcripts of court hearings
• Final judgment of dissolution of marriage

Final Decree:

The final decree is the official court order that legally dissolves the marriage. It serves as the primary legal proof of divorce and establishes:

• The exact date of dissolution
• Division of marital property and debts
• Alimony or spousal maintenance provisions, if any
• Child custody and parenting time arrangements, if applicable
• Child support orders, if applicable
• Restoration of a former name, if requested Certified copies of the final decree are available through the Jasper County Clerk's Office.

Supporting Documents:

• Original marriage certificate submitted as an exhibit
• Financial disclosure statements and supporting documentation
• Real and personal property inventories
• Post-judgment modification orders
• Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) for retirement account division

Purpose of Divorce Records:

Legal Purposes:

• Establishing proof of marital status for remarriage
• Documenting name changes with government agencies
• Supporting property transfer and title change transactions
• Estate planning and beneficiary designation updates
• Immigration proceedings requiring marital status verification
• Social Security benefit determinations

Personal Purposes:

• Genealogical and family history research
• Personal record-keeping and verification of divorce terms
• Confirming custody or support obligations

Who Maintains Divorce Records:

The Jasper County Clerk's Office serves as the primary custodian of all dissolution of marriage case files. The Clerk indexes records by party names, assigns case numbers, and provides certified copies upon request. Indiana does not maintain a separate statewide divorce registry through the vital records office; the Indiana Vital Records office directs requestors to the county court of filing for divorce documentation.

Legal Framework:

Dissolution of marriage proceedings in Indiana are governed by Indiana Code § 31-15, which establishes the grounds, procedures, and requirements for legally dissolving a marriage in the state. Public access to court records is governed by the Indiana Access to Public Records Act (Indiana Code § 5-14-3), which establishes a presumption of openness for government records, including court filings, subject to enumerated exceptions for sensitive personal information.

Are Jasper County Divorce Records Public?

Divorce records filed in Jasper County are public court records under Indiana law, and members of the public may access basic case information without demonstrating a specific need or purpose. However, certain categories of information within a divorce case file are subject to restriction, redaction, or sealing by court order.

What Is Public:

• Case number and original filing date
• Full names of the parties to the proceeding
• Names of attorneys of record
• Scheduled and completed court hearing dates
• Court orders and judgments, including the final decree
• Property division orders
• General case status and docket entries reflecting the chronological history of the case

What May Be Restricted:

Financial Information:

• Social Security numbers are redacted from all publicly accessible documents
• Bank account and credit card numbers are redacted
• Detailed financial statements and tax returns may be subject to limited access or sealing upon motion

Children's Information:

• Names and residential addresses of minor children may be redacted
• Schools attended by children
• Medical and psychological evaluation records pertaining to children
• Child custody evaluation reports may be sealed
• Guardian ad litem reports are subject to restricted access

Sensitive Personal Information:

• Domestic violence allegations, evidence, and related protective order information
• Mental health and substance abuse treatment records
• Personal addresses and contact information in cases involving domestic violence victims

Sealed Records:

A court may seal all or part of a divorce case file upon a showing of good cause. Circumstances that may support sealing include cases involving documented abuse, high-profile parties, confidential settlement terms, or court-ordered mediation communications, which are confidential by statute.

Who Can Access Records:

Requestor Category	Level of Access
General Public	Public documents, docket summaries, copies upon payment of fees
Parties to the Case	Full access to their own case file, including confidential documents
Licensed Attorneys	Case file access; may petition for sealed documents with proper showing
Researchers and Media	Public portions; court permission required for sealed records
Law Enforcement / Social Services	Statutory access to certain restricted records

Restrictions on Use:

Members of the public who obtain divorce records may not use them for stalking, harassment, identity theft, fraudulent purposes, or in violation of any active protective order. News reporting, academic research, genealogical research, legal proceedings, and personal verification constitute recognized permitted uses under Indiana law.

Obtaining Confidential Records:

A party seeking access to sealed or restricted records must file a motion with the Jasper County Circuit Court demonstrating a legitimate legal need. The court evaluates such requests on a case-by-case basis, applying a balancing test between the public interest in transparency and the privacy interests of the individuals involved. Parties to the case, court-appointed evaluators, and certain government agencies may be entitled to access restricted records by statute without filing a separate motion.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Divorce Records in Jasper County?

The Jasper County Clerk's Office and the Jasper County Circuit Court maintain a current fee schedule for copies and certified documents. As noted on the court's official fees page, "it is important to keep this number since all records are filed by" case number, and requestors should have the case number available when submitting copy requests.

Standard Copy and Certification Fees:

Service	Current Fee
Standard paper copies	$1.00 per page
Certified copy of final decree or court order	$1.00 per page + $5.00 certification fee
Electronic copies (where available)	Varies; contact clerk for current rate
Case search / record inspection	No charge for in-person inspection at public terminals
Microfilm reproduction	Contact clerk for current rate

• Fees are established pursuant to Indiana Code § 33-37-5, which governs court fees and costs in Indiana.
• Payment methods accepted at the Jasper County Clerk's Office include cash, check, and money order payable to the Jasper County Clerk. Members of the public should confirm current accepted payment methods directly with the office, as electronic payment options may be available.
• Mail requests must include a check or money order for the estimated copy cost; the clerk's office will contact the requestor if additional payment is required.
• Fee waivers may be available for indigent parties upon proper application to the court; members of the public seeking a fee waiver should inquire directly with the clerk's office.

What Is Available at No Charge:

• In-person inspection of public case documents at courthouse public access terminals
• Basic case status and docket information through the MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search portal
• Verbal confirmation of case existence and filing date by phone

What's Included in Divorce Records in Jasper County

A complete dissolution of marriage case file maintained by the Jasper County Circuit Court contains a comprehensive set of documents generated from the initial filing through final judgment and any post-judgment proceedings.

Basic Case Information:

• Case caption including case number, court name, and names of petitioner and respondent
• Name of the assigned judge
• Names and contact information of attorneys of record
• Date of filing, filing fees paid, and case type designation

Initial Pleadings:

The petition for dissolution of marriage sets forth the petitioner's identifying information, the respondent's identifying information, the date and location of the marriage, the date of separation if applicable, and the grounds for dissolution. Under Indiana law, the sole ground for dissolution is an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, consistent with Indiana's no-fault divorce framework. The petition also identifies any minor children, states current custody and support arrangements, describes marital property and debt, and specifies the relief requested. The respondent's answer or counterpetition states the respondent's position, admissions or denials of the petition's allegations, and any independent requests for relief.

Financial Affidavits: Both parties are required to submit financial affidavits disclosing all sources of income, monthly expenses, assets (including real property, vehicles, bank accounts, investments, and personal property), and liabilities (including mortgages, loans, and credit card debt).

Discovery Documents:

• Tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and investment account statements
• Interrogatories and answers under oath
• Requests for production of documents and responses
• Business financial statements, if applicable

Property-Related Documents:

• Marital asset inventory with descriptions and estimated values
• Debt inventory
• Real property appraisals and business valuations
• Expert reports on asset value

Children-Related Documents (if applicable):

• Parenting plan specifying legal and physical custody, timesharing schedule, holiday and vacation provisions, transportation arrangements, and decision-making responsibilities for education, healthcare, religion, and extracurricular activities
• Child support calculation worksheet reflecting both parties' incomes, number of overnights, health insurance costs, and childcare costs
• Custody evaluation reports prepared by court-appointed psychologists or evaluators
• Guardian ad litem reports and recommendations (subject to restricted access)

Support Documents:

• Alimony or spousal maintenance orders specifying type, amount, duration, payment schedule, and termination conditions
• Income and standard-of-living analysis supporting support determinations

Settlement Documents:

• Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) comprehensively resolving all issues including property division, debt allocation, spousal support, child-related provisions, tax treatment, and attorney fee allocation
• Mediation agreement, if the case was resolved through mediation

Court Orders and Judgments:

• Temporary orders addressing custody, support, use of property, and restraining orders during the pendency of the case
• Final Judgment of Dissolution containing the court's findings of fact, conclusions of law, property division, support orders, custody and parenting time orders, name restoration if requested, and the judge's signature and seal
• Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) directing retirement plan administrators to divide retirement benefits

Post-Judgment Documents (if applicable):

• Petitions to modify custody or support and court orders on those petitions
• Contempt motions and enforcement actions
• Income deduction orders and liens

What Is Typically Confidential or Sealed:

• Social Security numbers and financial account numbers (redacted as a matter of course)
• Children's residential addresses and school information
• Domestic violence-related details
• Mental health and substance abuse evaluation records
• Mediation communications (confidential by statute)
• Settlement negotiations not incorporated into filed documents

How Information Is Organized:

• Documents are filed and maintained in chronological order by date of filing
• Each case file includes a docket index listing all filed documents with filing dates and document identifiers
• Recent cases are maintained in electronic format through Indiana's e-filing system; older cases may exist in paper or microfilm format, with some paper records converted to digital images

How to Get Proof of Divorce in Jasper County?

Proof of divorce in Jasper County is obtained through a certified copy of the Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage issued by the Jasper County Circuit Court. A certified copy bears the court's official seal and the clerk's certification, making it legally acceptable for remarriage, name change applications, government benefit claims, immigration proceedings, and other official purposes.

Steps to Obtain a Certified Copy:

1. Locate the case number using the MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search portal by searching the full legal names of both parties.
2. Contact or visit the Jasper County Clerk's Office at 115 W. Washington St., Suite 201, Rensselaer, IN 47978, phone (219) 866-4926, during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
3. Submit a written request identifying the case number, the names of both parties, the approximate date of the final decree, and the number of certified copies needed.
4. Pay the applicable certification and per-page copy fees as established under the court's current fee schedule.
5. Receive the certified copy in person or by mail with a self-addressed stamped envelope included in the request.

Members of the public who require proof of divorce for immigration purposes should confirm with the relevant federal agency whether a certified copy of the final decree or a separate apostille is required. Apostille authentication for Indiana court documents is processed through the Indiana Secretary of State's office.

Jasper County Circuit Court
115 W. Washington St.
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Phone: (219) 866-4926
Jasper Co. Circuit Court

Jasper County Clerk's Office
115 W. Washington St., Suite 201
Rensselaer, IN 47978
Phone: (219) 866-4926
County Clerk

Can a Divorce Be Confidential in Jasper County?

Divorce proceedings in Jasper County are presumptively public under Indiana law; however, specific circumstances permit a court to restrict access to all or part of a case file.

• Court-ordered sealing: A party may file a motion requesting that the court seal the case file or specific documents. The court applies a balancing test weighing the public interest in open court proceedings against the privacy interests of the individuals involved.
• Domestic violence cases: When a party to a dissolution proceeding is a victim of domestic violence, the court may restrict public access to residential addresses, contact information, and related evidence to protect the safety of the victim, consistent with Indiana's domestic violence protection statutes.
• Children's information: Under Indiana court rules, information identifying the residential addresses, schools, and medical or psychological records of minor children is subject to redaction or restricted access.
• Financial account information: Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, and similar sensitive financial identifiers are redacted from publicly accessible documents as a matter of standard court practice.
• Mediation communications: Under Indiana law, communications made during court-ordered mediation are confidential and are not part of the public court record.
• Sealed settlements: Confidential settlement terms that are not incorporated into the final judgment may be maintained under seal upon court approval.

Members of the public seeking access to sealed records must file a motion with the Jasper County Circuit Court demonstrating a legitimate legal basis for access.

How Long Does Jasper County Keep Divorce Records?

Jasper County divorce records are maintained for extended periods consistent with Indiana's court records retention requirements, and permanent records are not subject to routine destruction.

• Final judgments and decrees: Final judgments of dissolution of marriage are permanent records and are retained indefinitely by the Jasper County Clerk's Office. These records are never subject to routine destruction.
• Complete case files: Full dissolution of marriage case files, including all pleadings, orders, and supporting documents, are retained for a minimum period established by the Indiana Commission on Public Records and the Indiana Supreme Court's records management standards.
• Electronic records: Cases filed through Indiana's electronic filing system are maintained in digital format and are accessible through the MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search portal for the duration of the retention period.
• Paper and microfilm records: Older cases predating electronic filing are maintained in paper or microfilm format at the Jasper County Courthouse. The Clerk's Microfilm Department, located on the first floor of the courthouse, maintains historical dissolution records.
• Post-judgment modification records: Orders modifying custody, support, or other provisions of a final decree are filed in the original case and retained as part of the permanent case file.
• Archived records: Cases that have been closed for an extended period may be transferred to archive storage. Retrieval of archived records may require additional processing time and should be requested directly through the Jasper County Clerk's Office.

Indiana's court records retention schedules are established pursuant to the authority of the Indiana Commission on Public Records and are subject to periodic revision.

Lookup Divorce Records in Jasper County

• Jasper County Courts — Indiana Judicial Branch
• Jasper County Clerk's Office
• MyCase Indiana Courts Case Search
• Jasper County Circuit Court
• Court Cases & Fees — Jasper County, IN
• Jasper County Recorder
• APRA Request — Jasper County Sheriff's Office
• Marriages — Indiana Vital Records
• Request Copies of Court Records — Indy.gov