Indianapolis DUI Records
Indianapolis is the state capital and Indiana's largest city, and all DUI and OWI records for the city are maintained through the Marion County courts. The Marion County Clerk's office handles case files, certified copies, and in-person record requests. Whether you are searching for a specific OWI case, requesting court documents, or checking a driver's record, this page walks you through every step of the process in Indianapolis and Marion County.
Indianapolis Quick Facts
Searching Indianapolis DUI Records Online
The primary tool for searching Indianapolis DUI and OWI records is MyCase.in.gov. This free public portal covers all Marion County courts. You can search by a person's full name or by case number. The system shows the charges filed, hearing dates, court orders, and the final outcome of each case. Most new filings appear within a few days of being entered into the court system.
When searching Indianapolis OWI records, use both "OWI" and "DUI" as search terms. Indiana law uses OWI, but many people and older records still use DUI. If a search turns up nothing, try alternate spellings of the name or contact the Marion County Clerk's office directly. Records that have been expunged or sealed will not appear in the public portal.
The Marion County Court Records page at marioncountycourt.org/court-records provides additional guidance on searching and requesting records. The city's online records request system at indy.gov is another resource for certified copies of Indianapolis OWI case documents.
IMPD handles OWI arrests throughout Indianapolis, and those cases feed directly into Marion County courts.
Marion County Clerk and Indianapolis OWI Records
The Marion County Clerk is Kate Sweeney Bell. The clerk's office is located at the City-County Building, 200 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. The main clerk phone number is 317-327-4740. For urgent records matters, call 317-327-4715. The clerk can also be reached by email at clerkpublic@indy.gov. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
If you need physical copies of Indianapolis DUI court records, there are a few locations to know about. The Records Facility is at 1330 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225, Room W122. Expungement petitions and some related filings go to the Community Justice Campus at 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203. Due to construction at various times, check the indy.gov website before visiting to confirm which location is currently handling your type of request.
Copy fees at the Marion County Clerk's office are $1 per page for uncertified copies. Certification adds $3 per document. These fees have been in place since July 1, 2021. Payment is accepted by cash, money order, cashier's check, or credit and debit card. Personal checks are not accepted. Bring a valid photo ID for any in-person request. Plan to arrive at least one hour before closing to allow enough time to complete your request.
Note: For juvenile OWI records in Indianapolis, you must be a party of record with valid ID. Juvenile records are not available through the standard public records process.
Indianapolis OWI Cases and Indiana Law
Indiana's OWI statute at IC 9-30-5 governs all OWI cases in Indianapolis. The law defines OWI as operating a vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol, a controlled substance, or any other substance. The charge level depends on the BAC reading and the person's prior record.
A first OWI with BAC between .08% and .14% is a Class C misdemeanor in Indiana. If BAC is .15% or above on a first offense, the charge becomes a Class A misdemeanor. A second OWI within 7 years of a prior conviction is a Level 6 felony. Indianapolis, as the state's most populous city, sees a high volume of OWI cases each year, and the Marion County courts process them on a regular schedule. Cases involving serious injury are Level 5 felonies. OWI causing death can be a Level 4 or Level 3 felony.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) handles OWI arrests throughout the city. The Indiana State Police also operates in the Marion County area and can make OWI arrests on state highways. Both agencies submit arrest records to the Marion County courts, and those case files become part of the public court record once charges are filed.
Indianapolis DUI Record Expungement
Indiana's expungement law at IC 35-38-9 applies to OWI convictions in Indianapolis and Marion County. For a misdemeanor OWI, the waiting period is 5 years from the conviction date. A Level 6 felony OWI requires an 8-year wait. All court fines and fees must be fully paid before filing a petition.
In Indianapolis, expungement petitions are filed at the Community Justice Campus, 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203. The court reviews the petition and may schedule a hearing. If the petition is approved, the Indianapolis OWI record is sealed from the public MyCase portal. Law enforcement and some state agencies can still see sealed records. Expungement does not automatically fix any driver's license suspension. Separate steps are needed with the Indiana BMV for license reinstatement.
Not every Indianapolis OWI conviction qualifies for expungement. Cases involving serious injury or death are generally not eligible. An attorney or the Indiana Self-Service Legal Center at in.gov/courts/selfservice can help determine if a specific case qualifies.
BMV Driver Records for Indianapolis OWI Convictions
OWI convictions from Indianapolis cases are sent to the Indiana BMV and appear on the driver record. There are two ways to get a driver record. The free Viewable Driver Record is available online at in.gov/bmv/resources/driver-record. The Official Driver Record costs $4 and is the certified version that courts, attorneys, and insurance companies rely on.
Indianapolis residents who want to review their own OWI history can use the free viewable record. If a certified record is needed for a legal or administrative purpose, order the Official Driver Record. There can be a delay of a few weeks between a court's OWI conviction judgment and when the BMV updates the driver record database. If the record does not show yet, wait a short time and check again.
Legal Help for Indianapolis OWI Cases
Indianapolis has several free and low-cost legal resources for OWI and related matters. Indiana Legal Services at indianalegalservices.org provides civil legal aid to income-qualifying residents. The Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic at nclegalclinic.org offers free legal services in the Indianapolis area. Indiana Free Legal Answers at IN.freelegalanswers.org connects residents with volunteer lawyers who answer questions online.
The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center at in.gov/courts/selfservice has free forms and step-by-step instructions for expungement and other court procedures in Marion County. This is a practical resource for Indianapolis residents who want to handle their own record matters without an attorney. The site is free and works for both misdemeanor and felony expungement petitions.
Marion County DUI Records
Indianapolis is in Marion County. All OWI cases go through the Marion County Circuit Court. For court contact info, search tools, and more resources, visit the county page.