Pulaski County Family Court Records Search
Pulaski County family court records are kept by the Pulaski County Clerk at the courthouse in Winamac, Indiana. The clerk's office handles all official filings for dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, and paternity cases in the county. Indiana's statewide online tools and the clerk's in-person services both give you access to case information.
Pulaski County Quick Facts
Pulaski County Family Court Records at the Clerk's Office
The Pulaski County Clerk is the official keeper of all family court records in the county. Every case filed in circuit or superior court goes through this office, including dissolution of marriage, child custody and parenting time disputes, child support petitions, and paternity actions. The clerk's staff assigns case numbers, processes payments, and maintains both paper and electronic case records that make up the public family court record for Pulaski County.
If you need a certified copy of a divorce decree or family court order, the clerk's office is where you get it. Copies cost $1 per page. Certification of each document adds $3. Staff can search by party name or case number. Bring a valid ID when you visit in person. The clerk does not give legal advice, but they can direct you to the right forms and explain what to file and where.
Pulaski County uses Indiana's circuit court structure for family law. Dissolution of marriage is governed by IC 31-15, and child custody and parenting time fall under IC 31-17. All original case files and court orders are maintained at the Pulaski County Courthouse in Winamac.
| Clerk's Office | Pulaski County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | Pulaski County Courthouse 112 E Main St Winamac, IN 46996 |
| Phone | 574-946-3313 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Copy Fees | $1 per page; $3 certification per document |
| Payment | Cash, money order, or cashier's check |
Note: Final decrees and court orders cannot be downloaded online. You must contact the Pulaski County Clerk directly to obtain certified copies of any family court orders.
The Indiana Courts Court Case Database gives free statewide access to Pulaski County family court records.
Search by name or case number at any hour without an account.
Searching Family Court Records in Pulaski County
Indiana provides a free public case search tool called MyCase. It covers all Pulaski County court cases. Search by party name, case number, or attorney name. The system shows filing dates, case type, scheduled hearings, and current status. No account is required. MyCase is available around the clock from any device with internet access.
Pulaski County does not operate its own dedicated court records website. The Indiana Courts Public Records Portal is the primary statewide access point. That portal links to MyCase and explains how to request records not available online. Not every case document is on the internet. Exhibits, sealed filings, and older paper records may only be available at the courthouse in Winamac. The How to Request Records page walks you through the formal process for obtaining copies.
To search in person, visit the clerk's office at the Pulaski County Courthouse during regular business hours. Staff can pull files by name or case number. If you have an approximate filing year, mention it when you call or visit. For older records that predate electronic case management, the clerk may need advance notice to locate files from storage. Call 574-946-3313 before making the trip if you are looking for documents more than several years old.
The Indiana Courts Trial Courts Directory lists contact information for all Indiana county courts including Pulaski County. Use it to confirm current hours, addresses, and which court division handles specific types of family cases.
The Indiana Parenting Time Helpline helps Pulaski County parents understand their rights under Indiana guidelines.
Licensed attorneys answer calls Monday through Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m., at no charge.
Child Support in Pulaski County
Child support orders in Pulaski County follow the Income Shares Model set out under IC 31-16. The court uses both parents' incomes to calculate a support amount that reflects what the child would have received had the household stayed together. Support orders are part of the public family court record filed with the Pulaski County Clerk.
The Indiana Child Support Bureau provides Title IV-D services for families who need help setting up, modifying, or enforcing a support order. These services are available to any Indiana family. The Child Support Bureau can locate non-custodial parents, establish paternity, and work with the court to enter or adjust support amounts. Enforcement tools include wage withholding, tax refund intercepts, and license suspension.
For quick questions about a support case, call the Indiana Child Support Hotline at 800-840-8757. The automated system runs 24 hours a day. Live agents work Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. You can get payment history, case status, and hearing information through this line.
Paternity cases in Pulaski County are filed under IC 31-14. The court must establish paternity before it can enter child support or custody orders for a child born outside of marriage. The clerk's office in Winamac handles paternity filings the same as all other family court matters.
Note: The Child Support Bureau handles financial support only. Custody, parenting time, and property division are separate matters handled through the court.
Legal Help in Pulaski County
If you cannot afford a private attorney, Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help to income-qualifying residents throughout Indiana. Their attorneys handle dissolution, custody, and protection order cases. Contact them to see if you qualify and to find out which office covers Pulaski County.
The Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center has forms, guides, and plain-language instructions for common family court actions. Dissolution packets, custody modification forms, and child support petition materials are available at no cost. The center does not give legal advice, but the step-by-step materials are practical enough for most people to use on their own without a lawyer.
The Parenting Time Helpline provides free guidance from licensed Indiana attorneys on parenting time questions. Call 844-836-0003, Monday through Friday, noon to 5:00 p.m. Attorneys answer questions about parenting schedules, plans, and how to resolve disputes.
The Indiana State Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service for people who need private legal representation. If your family court case involves contested custody, complex assets, or other disputed issues, a private family law attorney can advocate for your interests. The bar can connect you with attorneys who serve the Pulaski County area.
Cities in Pulaski County
Pulaski County is a rural county in north-central Indiana. Winamac serves as the county seat, and small communities like Francesville, Medaryville, and Star City are also in the county. None of the communities in Pulaski County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page, but all residents have full access to family court services at the courthouse in Winamac.
Nearby Counties
Pulaski County borders several north-central Indiana counties. Your county of residence at the time of filing is typically the correct jurisdiction for family court matters.