Common Questions About Public Records in New Albany

Real questions from people researching records in New Albany. Each answer is verified against official agency sources — no third-party services.

🔍 How do I run a background check in New Albany? ▼

New Albany, IN (Floyd County) background check: Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History (https://www.in.gov/isp/limited-criminal-history-search/) — $15 online via IDOL portal (https://secure.in.gov/apps/isp/lch/) requires DOB. Fingerprint $7 + $11 IdentoGO live scan IdentoGO Indiana (https://www.identogo.com/locations/indiana). Floyd County Sheriff (https://www.floydcounty.in.gov/sheriff). New Albany PD records (https://www.cityofnewalbany.com/government/police/). Court records: Indiana mycase.IN.gov (https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/) free statewide. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Indiana Code §10-13-3 governs CHRI. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC §5-14-3).

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📜 Where do I look up probate records in Indiana? ▼

To look up probate records in Indiana, contact the Circuit or Superior Court Clerk in the county where probate was opened. Most Indiana counties handle probate through the Circuit Court or a designated Probate Division. The IN MyCase portal at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/ provides free name and case-number search across all 92 counties; probate is filed under 'EU' (estate, unsupervised) or 'ES' (estate, supervised) case types. Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under IC 29-1-7-3.1. Certified copies of probated wills cost $1-$2 per page at the Clerk. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure. Sources: IN MyCase (https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/), IN Courts (https://www.in.gov/courts/).

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📋 Is there a way to search arrest warrants in Indiana? ▼

To search arrest warrants in Indiana, contact the local sheriff or police where the warrant was issued. The Indiana State Police hold the statewide IDACS warrant database, restricted to law enforcement; individuals must check by phone with the issuing court or agency. The Indiana Most Wanted list is at https://www.in.gov/isp/most-wanted-fugitives/. Many counties post warrant lists publicly (e.g., Marion County at https://www.indy.gov/agency/marion-county-sheriffs-office, Lake County at https://www.lakecountysheriff.com/). Court bench warrants appear in the IN MyCase portal at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure. Sources: IN ISP (https://www.in.gov/isp/), IN Courts (https://public.courts.in.gov/).

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🔍 Where do I get an official criminal history report in Indiana? ▼

Indiana official criminal history reports come from the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History (https://www.in.gov/isp/limited-criminal-history-search/) — name-based search $15 online via IDOL portal (https://secure.in.gov/apps/isp/lch/) requires DOB. Full fingerprint-based check: ISP fingerprint records ($7 + $11 IdentoGO live scan) at IdentoGO Indiana (https://www.identogo.com/locations/indiana). Statewide court records (free): Indiana mycase.IN.gov (https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/) — all Indiana trial courts. Indiana Code §10-13-3 governs criminal history (https://iga.in.gov/legislative/laws/2024/ic/titles/10/articles/13/chapters/3/). FBI Identity History Summary $18 (https://www.edo.cjis.gov/). Fair Hiring Practices Act (Ind. Code §22-2-19) restricts employer use of expunged records. Sheriff's offices in each of 92 counties also maintain local arrest records — Indiana Sheriffs' Association (https://indianasheriffs.org/).

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New Albany, Indiana · Public Records

New Albany Public Records, Court Cases & Arrests

Search court records, arrest information, criminal history, and police reports for New Albany, located in Floyd County, Indiana. All records linked here come from official government sources.

Records access in New Albany

Law enforcement in New Albany is primarily managed by the New Albany Police Department, which is focused on community safety and maintaining law and order. The department works with the Floyd County Sheriff's Office to provide full policing services to the area. For those requiring information on arrest records and criminal histories, these documents can typically be accessed through official channels, with the New Albany Police Department assisting in various inquiries. The Floyd County jail and detention facility holds individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences, and an inmate search can be performed through the county's official resources to locate individuals currently in custody. Public records in New Albany are governed by the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, which ensures transparency and accessibility to essential documents for residents. The Floyd County Clerk's office is a key resource for obtaining vital records, including birth, death, and marriage certificates. Property records can be accessed through the Floyd County Assessor’s office, allowing residents to obtain information regarding property ownership, assessments, and tax obligations. For legal matters, court records are maintained by the Floyd County Superior Court, where individuals can request documents related to civil and criminal cases. These resources contribute to an open and accountable local government, helping with civic engagement and informed community participation.

Crime statistics · New Albany · FBI UCR 2024

Reported offenses for the New Albany jurisdiction, total population 37619. Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting program.

Violent crimes	Property crimes
Total: 160 Murder & non-negligent manslaughter: 4 Rape: 23 Robbery: 56 Aggravated assault: 132	Total: 2507 Burglary: 478 Larceny / theft: 1871 Motor-vehicle theft: 184 Arson: 51

Reporting period: calendar year 2024.

New Albany · Population & demographics

Total population	36372
White	85.8%
Black or African American	8.7%
Asian	0.7%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	3.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau decennial count.

Indiana public records law

Records held by New Albany city offices, the Floyd County Sheriff, and the Floyd County courts are subject to the Indiana Access to Public Records Act (I.C. 5-14-3).

Where to file a records request in New Albany

Police records: file with the New Albany Police Department or via the Floyd County Sheriff for unincorporated areas.

Court records: Floyd County courts handle criminal, civil, family, and probate matters.

Booking and inmate records: Floyd County Sheriff publishes a public inmate roster including booking photos and charges.