Newton County Court Docket Search

Newton County court docket records are kept by the Clerk of Courts office in Kentland, Indiana. If you want to look up a case, check on a hearing date, or find out what has been filed in a Newton County court case, there are a few ways to get that done. The Newton Circuit Court handles all case types here, from civil suits and small claims to felony charges and family law matters. You can search Newton County court docket entries through the state's free online tool or reach out to the clerk's office for help with records that are not in the digital system yet.

Newton County Court Docket Records

The Newton Circuit Court is the sole trial court serving Newton County. Judge Daniel J. Molter presides over the court and hears all case types that come through. This means every docket entry in the county goes through one court. Civil cases, criminal charges, family law filings, and probate matters all land here. The clerk's office at 201 N. 3rd St. in Kentland manages the physical and digital files for every case. You can call them at (219) 474-6081 to ask about a case or request copies of docket records.

The court uses the Odyssey case management system. This is the same platform that most Indiana counties rely on. It feeds case data into the MyCase search portal, which is free for anyone to use. You type in a name or case number and get back a list of matching cases. Each result shows the full docket sheet with every filing, motion, and order listed in order.

Some older Newton County cases may not appear in the online system. The court went digital at a certain point, and anything filed before that transition lives in paper form at the clerk's office.

How to Search Newton County Docket Entries

The fastest way to find Newton County court docket information is online. The MyCase Indiana website lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney. It pulls up results from the Newton Circuit Court along with courts across the state. You can view the full timeline of a case, including when things were filed, what motions were made, and when hearings are set. The site runs around the clock, so there is no need to wait for the clerk's office to open.

If you cannot find what you need online, contact the Newton County Clerk of Courts directly. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time. You can reach them by phone or send an email to clerk@newtoncountyin.gov. Under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3), most court docket records are public. Sealed cases and some juvenile records under IC 31-39-2 are exceptions, but the majority of what people search for is available.

Note: Some records may take extra time to locate if they were filed before the court switched to digital filing.

Court Docket Fees in Newton County

Getting copies of court docket records from the Newton County clerk costs a standard fee. Indiana courts typically charge $1.00 per page for regular copies. Certified copies carry an additional charge of $5.00 per document. Certified copies are often needed for court filings in other jurisdictions or for legal proceedings that require an official stamp.

You can pay at the clerk's office window in Kentland. Mail requests are also accepted. Send your request with the case details and a check or money order to 201 N. 3rd St., Kentland, IN 47951. Indiana Code IC 33-37-4 governs the fees that courts can charge for document services. It helps to have the case number or exact party names ready when you make a request. The more detail you give, the faster the clerk can pull what you need.

Newton County Docket Case Types

The Newton Circuit Court processes a wide range of cases. Each type gets its own case number prefix, which makes sorting through docket records easier. Civil cases cover lawsuits, contract disputes, and damage claims. Criminal cases track charges from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Family law filings include divorce, custody, and protective orders. The court also handles small claims, traffic violations, and probate matters.

Every action in a case creates a docket entry. When a lawyer files a motion, that gets logged. When the judge rules on something, that goes on the record. Scheduled hearings, continuances, and final judgments all appear on the docket sheet. Indiana Administrative Rule 9 controls which records are open to the public and which must stay sealed. Most docket entries are accessible to anyone who asks for them.

Note: Expunged records under IC 35-38-9 will not show up in any search, whether online or through the clerk's office.

The Indiana MyCase portal shown below is the primary tool for searching Newton County court docket entries online. You can access it at public.courts.in.gov/mycase.

This search tool covers all Newton Circuit Court cases that have been entered into the Odyssey system, letting you find docket records by name or case number.

Requesting Newton County Court Records

There are three ways to get Newton County court docket records. Online search is free and instant through MyCase. That works for most people. If you need certified copies or records that are not online, you have two other options.

You can go to the clerk's office at 201 N. 3rd St. in Kentland during regular hours. The staff there can look up cases and print what you need on the spot. Bring the case number or party names to speed things up. The third option is a mail request. Write a letter with the case information you are looking for, include payment for any copy fees, and mail it to the clerk's office. Allow a few business days for processing. The fax number is (219) 474-5796 if you want to send a request that way. Indiana law gives every person the right to access public court records, so the clerk's office is set up to handle these requests regularly.

Indiana Court Docket Laws

Indiana has clear rules about who can access court docket records and how. The Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) says that most government records, including court files, are open to the public. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The clerk must respond within a reasonable time.

There are limits. Indiana Administrative Rule 9 lists the types of information that courts must keep confidential. Social Security numbers, bank account details, and certain personal data get redacted from public records. Juvenile cases have their own set of restrictions under IC 31-39-2. And if someone has had a record expunged under IC 35-38-9, that case will not appear in any search.

Nearby Counties

If you need court docket records from areas near Newton County, check these neighboring counties:

• Jasper County
• Lake County
• Benton County
• Warren County