Fayette County Family Court Records
Fayette County family court records cover divorce, custody, child support, and paternity cases filed at the Fayette Circuit Court in Connersville. The circuit court clerk keeps all records on file and can help you find cases going back many years. You can search online through MyCase or visit the courthouse in person. This guide explains where records are, how to get them, and what help is available if you need it in Fayette County.
Fayette County Quick Facts
Fayette County Clerk Office and Family Court Records
The Fayette Circuit Court Clerk is the keeper of all family court records in Fayette County. This office stores every case file for divorce, legal separation, custody, child support, and paternity actions filed in the county. When you need a copy of a court order or want to check case status, the clerk's office is your first stop. Staff can pull files by name or case number and make copies while you wait.
The clerk also accepts new filings for family court cases under IC 31-15, which governs dissolution of marriage in Indiana. You pay filing fees at the counter in cash, money order, or cashier's check. Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted for most transactions. Bring valid photo ID when you visit. The office is open Monday through Friday and closes at 4:00 PM, so plan your visit accordingly.
The Indiana Courts public records page at in.gov/courts/public-records explains your rights to access court records statewide. Fayette County follows state rules for public access, which means most family court filings are open to anyone who asks. Sealed records and adoption cases are the main exceptions.
| Office | Fayette Circuit Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 N Central Ave, Connersville, IN 47331 |
| Phone | 765-825-1813 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Copy Fees | $1.00 per page; $3.00 for certified copies |
| Payment | Cash, money order, or cashier's check only |
Searching Family Court Records in Fayette County
Indiana's MyCase portal is a free tool for searching Fayette County family court records online. You can look up cases by party name, case number, or attorney name. MyCase shows case status, hearing dates, and filed documents for most civil family cases. The system is available any time of day and costs nothing to use. It does not show the full text of decrees, adoption files, or juvenile matters.
To search on MyCase, go to mycase.in.gov and choose "Case Search." Type in the last name of one of the parties. You can narrow results by county and date range. Fayette County cases show up under the Fayette Circuit Court. If you find the case you need, you can view the docket and see what documents have been filed. This works well for checking if a case is active or getting a case number before you visit the courthouse.
In-person searches at the clerk's office let you view the actual paper file. Staff will pull the file if you give them a name or case number. You can read the file at a public counter and request copies of what you need. Copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies, which carry the court seal and are accepted as official proof, cost $3.00 each. Payment is cash, money order, or cashier's check only.
The Indiana Courts public records page has more details on what records are public and how to request them. The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center also has guides on how to read a case docket if you are not sure what you are looking at. Note: Juvenile case records are not public and will not appear in search results.
The Indiana Courts public records portal explains statewide access rules for family court case files.
Use the public records portal to learn your rights before you visit the clerk's office in Connersville.
Fayette County Child Support Records and Services
Child support in Fayette County is handled through the state and county court system. When a support order is entered by the circuit court under IC 31-16, it becomes part of the public court record. The Fayette County Prosecutor's Office runs the Title IV-D child support enforcement program locally. This program helps parents establish, modify, and enforce support orders at no cost to qualifying families.
Indiana uses the Income Shares Model to set child support amounts. This means the court looks at both parents' incomes and calculates what share each one owes. The formula is set by state guidelines and applied to all new orders. Parents who want to change an existing order must file a petition with the circuit court in Fayette County and show that circumstances have changed.
If you have questions about a support order or need help collecting payments, call the Indiana Child Support Hotline at 800-840-8757. The hotline is run by the Indiana Department of Child Services and can connect you with local resources. You can also check payment history and case status through the DCS website. Note: Child support payment records are separate from the court case file and are maintained by the state payment processing center.
Legal Help for Fayette County Family Court Cases
If you cannot afford a lawyer for your family court case in Fayette County, several free and low-cost resources exist. Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help to low-income residents across the state. They handle divorce, custody, and protection order cases. Call their intake line to see if you qualify based on income.
The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center has forms, instructions, and step-by-step guides for people who want to handle their own family court case. The forms cover divorce, custody modification, child support, and paternity. You can download them at no cost and file them at the Fayette Circuit Court clerk's office. Staff at the clerk's office can accept your forms but cannot give legal advice.
The Indiana State Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service for people who need to find an attorney. If your case involves custody, the parenting time guidelines set out under IC 31-17 may affect your rights. The Parenting Time Helpline at 844-836-0003 answers questions about Indiana's parenting time rules at no charge. This line is staffed by trained volunteers and available during posted hours. It is a good first call if you have basic questions before you hire an attorney.
Cities in Fayette County
Fayette County's main city is Connersville, which serves as the county seat. All family court cases in Fayette County, regardless of which city or town you live in, are filed at the Fayette Circuit Court in Connersville. No cities in Fayette County meet the 25,000-population threshold for a dedicated city page, but residents of Connersville and surrounding communities all use the same courthouse.
Nearby Counties
Fayette County borders several east-central Indiana counties. If you are not sure which county to file in, you must file in the county where you or your spouse currently lives. Check your current address and match it to the correct county court below.