Search Cass County DUI Records
Cass County DUI records are maintained by the Cass County Circuit Court Clerk in Logansport and are available to the public through Indiana's online court portal and the courthouse. If you are searching for an OWI case in Cass County, need to review charges, or want to check how a case was resolved, Indiana's free MyCase system provides access to most recent filings. This guide covers how to search Cass County OWI and DUI records, the laws that govern these cases in Indiana, what happens to your driving privileges after an OWI arrest, and where to turn for legal help in Logansport and across the county.
Cass County Quick Facts
Cass County Circuit Court Clerk
The Cass County Circuit Court Clerk maintains all official court records filed in Cass County, including OWI and DUI cases. The clerk's office is located at the Cass County Courthouse, 200 Court Park, Logansport, IN 46947. You can reach the office at 574-753-7740. Cass County uses a circuit court system, and the circuit court in Logansport handles all criminal cases including operating while intoxicated charges under IC 9-30-5.
Every OWI case filed in Cass County results in a public record maintained by the clerk. The record begins at the time the case is filed and includes all activity: charges, bail conditions, hearing dates, motions, plea agreements, and the final disposition. All of this is accessible to the public unless a court has ordered the record sealed. The clerk can search records by name or cause number during normal business hours.
In-person visits to the courthouse at 200 Court Park in Logansport are available during regular business hours. Certified copies cost a per-page fee. Plain copies cost less. For mail requests, include the name of the person you are searching for and a self-addressed stamped envelope. The clerk's staff will conduct the search and send you available records.
How to Search Cass County DUI Records
Indiana's statewide court portal at MyCase is free and covers Cass County. Search by name or cause number. The system shows the case type, filing date, charge description, and case history. Cases from roughly the past 15 years are available. Older records may only exist in paper at the Cass County Courthouse.
The Indiana trial courts directory includes information on the Cass County Circuit Court, including contact details and jurisdiction. This is useful if you need to confirm which court handles a specific type of case or want direct contact information before making a records request.
The Indiana trial courts directory lists all Indiana circuit and superior courts, including Cass County, with contact and jurisdiction information.
This directory confirms that Cass County's circuit court in Logansport handles OWI cases and provides the contact information needed to request records directly from the clerk's office.
For driver's license records, use the Indiana BMV driver record service, which provides an official abstract for $4. This shows license suspensions entered under IC 9-30-6 and habitual violator status under IC 9-30-9. These records are separate from court case records. The Indiana State Police maintains arrest records for ISP-initiated OWI stops in Cass County.
OWI Laws and Charges in Cass County
Indiana law uses OWI, not DUI. The governing statute is IC 9-30-5. A first OWI at .08% BAC is a Class C misdemeanor with a maximum jail term of 60 days. A BAC of .15% or higher, or operating in a way that endangers another person, raises the charge to a Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail. The distinction matters when it comes to potential jail time and the long-term record.
A second OWI within seven years of the first conviction is a Level 6 felony in Indiana. Cass County prosecutors apply state charging guidelines and do not treat OWI cases differently from the statewide norm. Cases involving serious bodily injury can reach Level 5 felony status. Cases resulting in death may be charged as Level 4 felonies. These are significant charges that carry substantial penalties under Indiana law.
The BMV may impose an administrative license suspension under IC 9-30-6 at the time of arrest if the driver refused or failed a chemical test. This suspension runs separate from any court-ordered penalty. Drivers in Cass County can petition the circuit court for specialized driving privileges under IC 9-30-10 during an active suspension. The habitual traffic violator statute at IC 9-30-9 can result in a 10-year suspension for repeat serious offenders.
Driving Records and License Actions
An official Indiana driver record from the BMV costs $4. It shows all license actions statewide, including suspensions tied to Cass County OWI arrests and convictions. The record covers both administrative and court-ordered suspensions. Courts, prosecutors, and some institutions use this record to check a driver's history.
License reinstatement after an OWI in Cass County requires completing BMV requirements. These typically include paying reinstatement fees, completing a substance abuse assessment and any required program, and filing SR-22 insurance proof. If you need to drive during a suspension for essential purposes, the Indiana Self-Service Legal Center has forms for petitioning the Cass County Circuit Court for specialized driving privileges under IC 9-30-10.
Expunging OWI Records in Cass County
Indiana's Second Chance Law at IC 35-38-9 allows people to petition the court to restrict public access to qualifying OWI convictions. The waiting period is five years from conviction for a misdemeanor OWI and eight years for a Level 6 felony OWI. Petitions are filed in Cass County Circuit Court. The prosecutor's office receives notice and may file an objection. A judge makes the final ruling.
When expungement is granted, most public access to the record is restricted. Courts and government agencies still retain access. The law has clear eligibility limits. OWI convictions involving serious injury or death are generally excluded. A prior expungement may also bar a new petition. The petition must be complete and accurate. Getting legal advice before filing helps you avoid errors that could delay or deny the petition.
Legal Resources in Cass County
People in Cass County dealing with OWI cases or trying to access court records have several resources. The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center provides free forms and instructions for court matters including expungement and specialized driving privilege petitions. It's entirely online and available statewide. Indiana Legal Services may be able to help low-income Cass County residents with civil legal issues related to OWI convictions, such as license matters or post-conviction relief. Use their online intake or call to find out what services are available in this area.
The Indiana State Bar Association referral service can connect you with licensed attorneys who handle OWI defense in or near Logansport. Attorneys from South Bend and Lafayette also handle cases in northern and central Indiana counties. The Indiana Courts public records portal is a useful reference for understanding your rights to access court records and how to make formal requests when online access doesn't cover what you need.
Cities in Cass County
Cass County has no cities with a population above 25,000. Logansport is the county seat and largest city. All OWI and DUI cases from across Cass County are handled by the Cass County Circuit Court in Logansport.
Nearby Counties
Cass County borders several other Indiana counties in the north-central part of the state. Each county has its own court system handling OWI cases filed within its borders.