Madison County Family Court Records
Madison County family court records are filed and maintained by the Madison County Clerk at the Government Center in Anderson, Indiana. The clerk handles all dissolution, custody, child support, paternity, and protection order cases for the county. Indiana's MyCase system provides free online access to many records, and the clerk's office is open in person during regular business hours for requests that need more detail.
Madison County Quick Facts
Search Madison County Family Court Records at the Clerk's Office
The Madison County Clerk is the official custodian of all court records in the county. The office processes every family case that goes through the circuit and superior courts, including dissolution filings, custody petitions, child support orders, and paternity actions. Staff accept new filings, assign case numbers, collect fees, and maintain both paper and electronic records for each case. Every official certified copy of a court order must come from this office.
Certified copies cost $1 per page, plus $3 per document for certification. Staff can search records by party name or case number. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit the Government Center in Anderson. Clerk staff cannot give legal advice, but they can confirm what documents are in the file and explain how to request them. The county's official website is at madisoncounty.in.gov, where you can find department contacts and county government information.
Madison County uses both a circuit court and a superior court to handle family law matters. Dissolution of marriage cases are filed under IC 31-15. Custody and parenting time matters fall under IC 31-17. All original case documents are on file at the Madison County Government Center on East 9th Street in Anderson. This east-central Indiana county handles a substantial volume of family court filings through its court system.
| Clerk's Office | Madison County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | Madison County Government Center 16 E 9th St Anderson, IN 46016 |
| Phone | 765-641-9443 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Copy Fees | $1 per page; $3 certification per document |
| County Website | madisoncounty.in.gov |
Note: Divorce decrees are not available for download online. You must contact the clerk directly to get a certified copy of any final order in Madison County.
The Madison County homepage provides county government information and links to department contacts including the clerk's office for family court records.
The site helps residents navigate county services and find the right office for their records request.
Searching Family Court Records in Madison County
Indiana's free public case search tool, MyCase, is where to start when looking for Madison County family court records. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney name. MyCase shows case type, filing dates, docket entries, and scheduled hearings. No account is required and the system runs around the clock.
Madison County does not have its own separate court records portal. All online access flows through the Indiana Courts Public Records Portal and MyCase. Some older files and sealed records are not online and must be accessed in person at the Government Center in Anderson. Call the clerk at 765-641-9443 before visiting if you think the file might be in paper storage, so staff can retrieve it before your visit.
For in-person searches, go to the clerk's office at the Madison County Government Center on East 9th Street in Anderson during business hours. Bring the party name or case number. If you know approximately when the case was filed, mention that to staff as it helps narrow the search. Certified copies can only be obtained in person or by written request to the clerk.
The Indiana Courts Public Records Portal links to MyCase and provides guidance on how to request court documents from county clerks including Madison County.
The portal is maintained by the Indiana Office of Court Services and is updated with statewide record access information.
Child Support in Madison County
Child support in Madison County follows Indiana's Income Shares Model under IC 31-16. Both parents' incomes go into the calculation. The result reflects what the child would have received if the family had stayed together. Support orders become part of the court file at the clerk's office in Anderson.
The Indiana Child Support Bureau offers free Title IV-D services to any eligible family in the state, not just those receiving public assistance. The Child Support Bureau can locate non-custodial parents, set up new support orders, establish wage withholding, and enforce orders through tax refund intercepts and license suspension for overdue payments.
Call the Indiana Child Support Hotline at 800-840-8757 for case updates and payment history. Automated access runs all day. Live staff are available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Paternity cases in Madison County fall under IC 31-14. Paternity must be established before the court can enter custody or support orders for a child born outside of marriage. The clerk's office handles these filings just like other family court cases.
Note: The Child Support Bureau handles financial support only. Custody and parenting time disputes require separate court proceedings or private legal help.
Legal Help in Madison County
Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help to low-income residents across Indiana. Their attorneys take family court cases including dissolution, custody, and protection orders. Contact them to find out which office serves Madison County and whether you qualify for free help.
The Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center offers free forms and guides for common family court matters. You can find dissolution of marriage forms, custody modification procedures, and child support petition guides all in one place. The center does not provide legal advice, but the materials are designed to be easy for self-represented litigants to use.
The Parenting Time Helpline connects callers with licensed attorneys who answer questions about Indiana's parenting time guidelines at no charge. Call 844-836-0003, Monday through Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m.
The Indiana State Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service for those who need a private attorney. If your case involves contested custody or significant marital assets, a private family law attorney who practices in Madison County courts can help protect your rights.
Cities in Madison County
Madison County includes several communities, and one qualifies for its own dedicated page. All family court cases filed by residents of any Madison County community are heard at the Madison County Government Center in Anderson.
- Anderson, Madison County seat and largest city
Other Madison County communities including Pendleton, Elwood, Alexandria, and Lapel also file family court cases at the Government Center in Anderson. These communities do not have separate city pages.
Nearby Counties
Madison County sits in east-central Indiana. If you are unsure which county has jurisdiction over your case, your county of residence at the time of filing is the standard starting point.