Search Scott County Family Court Records
Scott County family court records, including dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, and paternity cases, are filed and maintained at the Scott County Courthouse in Scottsburg, Indiana. The county clerk's office is the official keeper of all these records. You can search many cases online through Indiana's free MyCase system, or visit the clerk in person during regular business hours.
Scott County Quick Facts
Scott County Family Court Records at the Clerk's Office
The Scott County Clerk is the official custodian of all family court records in the county. Every dissolution, custody, child support, and paternity case filed in the circuit or superior court goes through this office. Clerks assign case numbers, collect court costs, and maintain both physical and electronic records. The courthouse in Scottsburg is the central location for all official family court filings in the county.
If you need a certified copy of a family court order, you must request it from the clerk's office. Copies are $1 per page. Certification costs an additional $3 per document. Staff can search records by party name or case number. Bring a valid ID when visiting. The clerk cannot give legal advice, but staff can direct you to the correct forms and explain what documents you need to request.
Scott County uses Indiana's circuit court structure. The circuit court handles all family law matters under statutes such as IC 31-15 (dissolution of marriage) and IC 31-17 (custody and parenting time). This is a southern Indiana county, and the courthouse sits in downtown Scottsburg near the Tennessee border.
| Clerk's Office | Scott County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | Scott County Courthouse 1 E McClain Ave Scottsburg, IN 47170 |
| Phone | 812-752-8420 |
| 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; personal checks not accepted |
Note: Certified copies of final dissolution decrees are not available for download online. You must contact the Scott County Clerk directly to request a certified copy.
Searching Family Court Records in Scott County
Indiana's free public case search tool, MyCase, lets you search Scott County family court cases by party name, case number, or attorney. The system shows basic case details including filing date, case type, and scheduled hearings. MyCase is available at any time and does not require you to register for an account to search public records.
Scott County does not maintain its own separate court records website. The Indiana Courts Public Records Portal is the primary statewide access point. From there you can reach MyCase and find information on requesting records that are not in the electronic system. Older paper files, sealed documents, and exhibits may only be accessible at the courthouse. Call the clerk's office before visiting if you need older records, so staff can locate and prepare those files.
For in-person searches, go to the clerk's office at the Scott County Courthouse during business hours. Staff can look up cases by name or case number. If you have the approximate filing year, that helps staff narrow down the search. Call ahead at 812-752-8420 if you need records predating the electronic filing system.
The Indiana Courts Trial Courts Directory lists contact information and case type details for every county court in Indiana. You can confirm which court handles specific family law matters in Scott County using this directory.
The MyCase public access portal allows anyone to search Indiana court cases including those filed in Scott County.
Searches can be run by party name, case number, or attorney at no cost.
Scott County Child Support and Paternity
Child support in Scott County is calculated using the Income Shares Model under IC 31-16. The court considers both parents' incomes to arrive at a support amount that reflects what the child would have received if the family had remained intact. All support orders are part of the public case file and are on record at the clerk's office in Scottsburg.
The Indiana Child Support Bureau offers Title IV-D services for Scott County families. These services help with establishing new orders, modifying existing ones, and enforcing compliance. The Child Support Bureau can help locate a non-custodial parent, set up wage withholding, and request enforcement actions such as tax refund intercepts or license suspension. These services are available to all families, not just those receiving public benefits.
For quick questions about an existing child support case, call the Indiana Child Support Hotline at 800-840-8757. The automated system is available 24 hours a day. Live staff work Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. You can check payment history, confirm case status, and ask about hearings through this line.
Paternity cases in Scott County are handled under IC 31-14. Legal paternity must be established before the court can issue child support or custody orders for a child born outside of marriage. The clerk's office in Scottsburg files and tracks these cases the same way it does other family court matters.
Note: The Child Support Bureau handles financial support only. Parenting time, custody, and property matters are handled separately through the court and may need the help of an attorney.
Legal Help in Scott County
If you cannot afford an attorney, free and low-cost legal help is available. Indiana Legal Services offers free civil legal assistance to income-qualifying residents in Scott County. Their attorneys handle dissolution, custody, and protection order cases. Contact Indiana Legal Services to check eligibility and find the office that covers Scott County.
The Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center provides free guides, forms, and step-by-step instructions for common family court actions. The center covers dissolution of marriage, custody modifications, child support petitions, and protection orders. It does not give legal advice, but the materials are written for people who represent themselves and are straightforward to use.
The Parenting Time Helpline provides free guidance on Indiana's parenting time guidelines. Licensed attorneys answer questions about visitation schedules, parenting plans, and how courts resolve disputes. Call 844-836-0003. The helpline runs Monday through Friday from noon to 5:00 p.m. at no cost to callers.
The Indiana State Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service. If your family court case is contested or involves difficult issues, a private attorney can help you navigate the process. The bar can refer you to a family law attorney serving the Scott County area.
Cities in Scott County
Scott County is a smaller rural county in southern Indiana. The county seat of Scottsburg is the largest community in the county. Austin and other towns in Scott County file all family court matters at the courthouse in Scottsburg. No city in Scott County meets the population threshold for a dedicated city records page. All residents of the county have full access to clerk's office services and family court filings in Scottsburg.
Nearby Counties
Scott County is in southern Indiana and shares borders with several neighboring counties. Your county of residence at the time of filing is the correct jurisdiction for most family court actions.