Lawrence DUI Records
Lawrence is a city within Marion County, located on the northeast side of Indianapolis, and all DUI and OWI records for Lawrence are handled through the Marion County court system. Because Lawrence is part of Marion County, it shares the same court infrastructure and records system as Indianapolis. This page explains how to search Lawrence OWI records, where to request court documents, and what resources are available to residents dealing with OWI cases in the area.
Lawrence Quick Facts
Searching Lawrence DUI Records Online
Lawrence OWI and DUI records are searchable through Indiana's free public court portal at MyCase.in.gov. The portal covers all Marion County courts, which handle OWI cases from Lawrence. You can search by a person's name or a specific case number. Results show the charges, hearing history, court orders, and the final case outcome. New filings typically appear within a few business days of being entered into the system.
Because Indiana law uses the term OWI rather than DUI, use both terms when searching for Lawrence cases. Older records and some informal sources still use DUI. If a search returns nothing, try different name spellings or call the Marion County Clerk's office directly to confirm whether a case exists. 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 and the city's records request page at indy.gov both offer additional guidance on accessing Lawrence OWI case records through the Marion County system.
MyCase is the main tool for finding Lawrence OWI case records in the Marion County system.
Marion County Courts and Lawrence OWI Cases
All OWI cases from Lawrence are filed and processed through the Marion County court system. The Marion County Clerk is Kate Sweeney Bell. The main clerk office is at the City-County Building, 200 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. The clerk's main phone is 317-327-4740. For urgent matters, call 317-327-4715. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Because Lawrence is a separate incorporated city within Marion County, residents may think their OWI cases are handled locally, but all criminal filings go to the Marion County courts. OWI cases from Lawrence are assigned to Marion County Circuit or Superior Courts depending on the charge and case volume. Expungement petitions for Lawrence OWI cases should be filed at the Community Justice Campus, 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203.
In-person record requests at Marion County court offices require a valid photo ID. Copy fees are $1 per page for uncertified copies and $3 per document for certified copies. These rates have been in effect since July 1, 2021. Payment is accepted by cash, money order, cashier's check, or credit and debit card. Personal checks are not accepted. Plan to arrive at least one hour before closing to complete your request.
Note: If you need court transcripts for a Lawrence OWI case, contact the court reporter who covered the hearing rather than the clerk's office. The clerk can provide the court reporter's contact information.
OWI Laws That Apply in Lawrence
Indiana's OWI law at IC 9-30-5 applies to all OWI cases in Lawrence. The law covers impaired driving by alcohol, drugs, or any combination of intoxicants. Lawrence is fully subject to the same Indiana OWI statutes as the rest of Marion County and the state.
A first OWI with BAC between .08% and .14% is a Class C misdemeanor. A BAC of .15% or higher raises the first offense to a Class A misdemeanor. A second OWI within 7 years of a prior Indiana conviction is a Level 6 felony. Cases with serious bodily injury are Level 5 felonies. OWI causing death is charged at Level 4 or Level 3 felony depending on specific facts. All of these charges create public records in the Marion County system that can be searched through MyCase, unless expunged.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) provides police services to Lawrence under a contract arrangement, and IMPD officers handle OWI arrests within the city. Arrests made by IMPD in Lawrence feed into the same Marion County court system as arrests elsewhere in the county.
Lawrence OWI Record Expungement
Lawrence residents with OWI convictions may be eligible for expungement under Indiana Code IC 35-38-9. For a misdemeanor OWI conviction, the waiting period is 5 years from the date of conviction. For a Level 6 felony OWI, the wait is 8 years. All court fines and fees must be paid in full before filing a petition.
Expungement petitions for Lawrence OWI cases are filed at the Marion County court that handled the original case. In most situations, this means filing at the Community Justice Campus, 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203. The court reviews the petition and may schedule a hearing. If approved, the Lawrence OWI record is sealed from the public MyCase portal. Law enforcement and some licensing agencies can still see sealed records. Expungement does not affect a suspended driver's license. Separate steps with the Indiana BMV are needed for license reinstatement.
The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center at in.gov/courts/selfservice has free expungement forms and guides for Marion County residents including those in Lawrence.
BMV Records for Lawrence OWI Cases
OWI convictions from Lawrence cases appear on the Indiana BMV driver record once the court sends the judgment data to the BMV. Two driver record options are available. The free Viewable Driver Record is at in.gov/bmv/resources/driver-record. The Official Driver Record costs $4 and is the certified version required for courts and legal proceedings.
Lawrence residents who want to check their own OWI history can use the free viewable record. If a certified record is needed to provide to a court, licensing board, or attorney, order the Official Driver Record. There is typically a short delay between the court's judgment and when the BMV database is updated, so if an OWI conviction does not show up right away, check again in a few weeks.
Legal Help for Lawrence OWI Cases
Lawrence and Marion County residents have several legal aid options for OWI 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 and may be accessible to Lawrence residents. Indiana Free Legal Answers at IN.freelegalanswers.org connects residents with volunteer lawyers who answer questions online for free.
The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center at in.gov/courts/selfservice is a practical resource for Lawrence residents handling their own expungement or other court matters in Marion County. The site has free forms and step-by-step instructions for common court procedures.
Marion County DUI Records
Lawrence 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.