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How to Search Indiana Criminal Records (Start Here)
Indiana criminal records come from two main sources: the state criminal history repository (maintained by the state police or equivalent agency) and individual county court systems. These are separate databases that may show different information.
What this page covers: Indiana state-level criminal history searches, county court criminal case lookups, and sex offender registry searches. What it does not cover: Federal criminal cases (those require PACER) or arrest records that did not result in charges.
Where to start: For a broad criminal history check, start with the state repository. For specific case details (charges, dispositions, documents), go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where the case was filed. For sex offenders, use the state sex offender registry.
Common mistake: A state criminal history search and a county court search are not the same thing. The state repository compiles conviction data from across the state. County courts have the actual case files with full detail. You may need both.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: Indiana repository URL, fee, and statute verified against the official Indiana State Police publisher on review date. 6 primary .gov sources cited below.
Indiana Criminal Records — Key Numbers (2026)
Indiana Limited Criminal History contains only felonies and class A misdemeanor arrests within Indiana.
$15.70
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What a state criminal-history check actually covers
State-only check (State Identification Bureau): Returns arrests, dispositions and convictions reported to that one state's repository. It does not include arrests from other states or most federal cases. See the FBI's directory of state agencies: State Identification Bureau Listing.
What state repositories miss: The FBI's national survey of state criminal-history information systems documents known reporting gaps (missing dispositions, delayed updates, sealed/expunged handling). See BJS: Survey of State Criminal History Information Systems.
What Changed in 2026 — Indiana Criminal Records
2026
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The Indiana State Police continues to process state criminal history checks via www.in.gov.
✓ Truth: False. The Indiana State Police check covers ONLY Indiana arrests/convictions. Out-of-state and federal records are NOT included.
❌ Myth: "Free third-party 'instant' checks are accurate."
✓ Truth: False. Only www.in.gov (the official Indiana repository) is authoritative. Data brokers often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "Sealed records will show on a check."
✓ Truth: False. Records sealed or expunged under Indiana law are removed from public-facing checks. Law enforcement may still access them.
❌ Myth: "Arrest = conviction on my record."
✓ Truth: False. An arrest is not a conviction. Most Indiana public checks distinguish arrests, dispositions, and convictions; the FCRA bars non-conviction arrests older than 7 years from employer checks.
❌ Myth: "State and FBI checks return the same data."
✓ Truth: False. The Indiana state check shows Indiana-only records. The FBI check is fingerprint-based and shows records reported by all agencies nationwide.
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How do I run an official Indiana background check?▼
Indiana's official statewide criminal-history check is administered by the Indiana State Police. Begin the request at www.in.gov. Most state-level checks require submitting fingerprints (live-scan or ink) plus a processing fee, and the response covers convictions and certain non-conviction data permitted by Indiana statute.
Are Indiana criminal records public?▼
Most adult criminal-history information in Indiana is considered public record, but access is restricted depending on the requester (self, employer, government agency) and the data type (arrest, conviction, sealed, juvenile). The Indiana State Police explains who can request what at www.in.gov. County-court records are also public and searchable through the trial-court system.
What's the difference between a state and an FBI background check in Indiana?▼
A state check from the Indiana State Police (www.in.gov) covers only criminal activity within Indiana. An FBI Identity History Summary (fbi.gov) is the nationwide check covering federal records and contributing states. Employers and licensing boards often require both.
Can I get someone else's Indiana criminal record?▼
Generally, no — only the record subject (with their own ID and signature) or a specifically authorized requester (such as a credentialed employer under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, a licensing board, or law enforcement) can pull a third-party criminal history from the Indiana State Police. The Indiana State Police documentation at www.in.gov lists each authorized requester category.
How do I challenge or correct an Indiana criminal record?▼
If you find an error on your Indiana criminal history, the Indiana State Police offers a record-review and challenge process. Begin at www.in.gov — typical steps include fingerprint verification, a written dispute, and supporting court documents (such as a dismissal or expungement order) for each contested entry.
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