Bartholomew County Docket Records
Bartholomew County court docket records are maintained by the clerk's office in Columbus, Indiana. The county runs four courts that handle a wide range of case types, and each one produces docket entries that track filings, hearings, and rulings. If you need to look up a case in Bartholomew County, the state's online search tool and the local clerk's office are your two main options. Court docket information here covers civil lawsuits, criminal charges, family cases, and more, all filed through the courts in Columbus.
Bartholomew County Court Docket Quick Facts
Bartholomew County Court Docket Search
The quickest way to search Bartholomew County court docket records is through the MyCase Indiana portal. This free online tool connects to the Odyssey case management system that Bartholomew County courts use. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney name. Results include the full docket sheet for each case, showing every filing and action from start to finish.
Bartholomew County has four courts. The Circuit Court is led by Judge James W. Worton. Superior Court 1 is led by Judge Jon R. Kohne Jr. Superior Court 2 is led by Judge Jennifer L. Pemberton. And Superior Court 3 is led by Judge Katherine L. Lee. Cases get spread across these courts based on type and caseload. When you search on MyCase, results pull from all four courts at once.
Court Docket Records in Bartholomew County
Every case filed in Bartholomew County gets a docket sheet. This is the running log of what happens. A new complaint gets filed and it shows up. The other side files a response and that goes on the docket too. Hearing dates, judge assignments, motions, orders, and final judgments all get tracked in order. This is what a court docket is. It gives you the full picture of a case without having to read every document in the file.
Indiana law under IC 5-14-3 requires that most court records be available to the public. Bartholomew County follows this rule and provides access through both the online system and the clerk's office. Administrative Rule 9 sets the limits on what can and cannot be shared. Sealed cases, certain personal identifiers, and records that a judge has specifically restricted will not appear in a public docket search. But for the vast majority of cases, the docket is fully available.
Bartholomew County Clerk of Courts
| Address | 234 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (812) 379-1605 |
| Fax | (812) 379-1609 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET |
| Website | bartholomew.in.gov |
Bartholomew County Docket Fees
Standard copies of court docket records in Bartholomew County cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an extra $5.00 fee per document. Payment can be made in person at the clerk's office in Columbus.
Mail requests are also accepted. Send your written request with case details and a check or money order to the clerk's office at 234 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201. Include your return address. The clerk's staff will process the request and send back the copies with a bill if needed. Under IC 33-37-4, courts in Indiana set their fees within the limits defined by state law. Bartholomew County sticks to the standard rate schedule.
Note: Call ahead at (812) 379-1605 to verify current fee amounts before sending a mail request.
Searching Bartholomew County Docket Entries
The MyCase website is the go-to tool for looking up Bartholomew County docket entries. It is free and available at all hours. When you find a case, the docket tab breaks down every step. You can see when documents were filed, when hearings were set, and what the court decided.
Some records are restricted. Juvenile cases under IC 31-39-2 have limits on what can be viewed. Expunged records under IC 35-38-9 are removed from public view entirely. If you search for something and get no results, the case may have been sealed or expunged. The clerk's office can confirm whether a record exists but is restricted, though they will not share the details of a sealed file.
The Bartholomew County Clerk's webpage has additional guidance on how to submit formal record requests.
Below is a screenshot of the Bartholomew County government homepage, which provides links to county departments including the Clerk of Courts. Visit bartholomew.in.gov for more information.
From the county site you can find contact details, office hours, and links to court resources for Bartholomew County.
How Bartholomew County Courts Work
The court system in Bartholomew County is set up to handle the needs of a mid-size county. With one Circuit Court and three Superior Courts, there is enough capacity to move cases without major delays. Civil cases, criminal charges, protective orders, probate matters, and small claims all get filed through these courts. The docket for each case tracks progress from the first filing to the last entry.
Columbus is the county seat and the location of the courthouse. All four courts sit in the same building, which makes it easier to handle things in person if you need to. The clerk's office on Washington Street serves as the central hub for record requests across all courts. Whether you need a docket sheet from Circuit Court or from Superior Court 3, the same office handles the request.
Cities in Bartholomew County
Columbus is the county seat and primary city in Bartholomew County. Court docket records for Columbus cases go through the Bartholomew County courts.
Nearby Counties
Bartholomew County is surrounded by several counties with their own court docket systems: