Search Warren County DUI Records
Warren County DUI and OWI records are filed and maintained by the Warren County Clerk in Williamsport, covering this small western Indiana county. The Warren County courts handle OWI cases from Williamsport and all communities throughout the county, with records accessible online through Indiana's MyCase system and in person at the clerk's office. This page explains how to search those records, what the clerk provides, and how Indiana's OWI laws apply to cases filed in Warren County.
Warren County Quick Facts
Warren County Clerk of Courts
The Warren County Clerk's office is at the Warren County Courthouse, 125 N Monroe St, Williamsport, IN 47993. Call the clerk at 765-762-3510. The clerk maintains all official court records for Warren County, including OWI criminal case files. Records include charging documents, case histories, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and probation terms. Warren County is in western Indiana, bordering Tippecanoe County to the east, Fountain County to the south, Vermillion County to the west, and Benton County to the north.
Warren County is one of Indiana's smaller counties. The clerk's office in Williamsport handles a proportionally smaller volume of cases than larger urban counties. All OWI cases originating in Warren County, whether in Williamsport or in unincorporated areas, are processed through the clerk's office. Call ahead at 765-762-3510 to confirm business hours, current fees, and any specific requirements before visiting in person. Mail requests for certified copies are also an option.
The Indiana MyCase portal provides free online access to Warren County OWI case records without a trip to the courthouse.
MyCase is updated regularly and is the easiest way to check OWI case status and court filings in Warren County from any device.
Online OWI Record Search
The MyCase public portal covers Warren County and lets you search by name or case number at no charge. Filter results to Warren County after entering your search terms. The system shows charges, hearing dates, case status, and dispositions for OWI and other criminal cases. Most OWI records are public and visible unless the court has sealed them or the defendant has obtained expungement.
Under IC 35-38-9, Indiana's Second Chance Law, a person convicted of a misdemeanor OWI may petition for expungement after five years, and a Level 6 felony OWI defendant may petition after eight years. All sentence conditions must be met and no new convictions may have occurred. Once granted, the record is removed from public search. The Indiana Courts Public Records portal explains what types of records are public and how to access them across Indiana.
OWI Law in Warren County
Indiana uses OWI rather than DUI as its official charge for impaired driving. IC 9-30-5 defines operating while intoxicated. A first OWI with BAC below .15% is a Class C misdemeanor. A first offense at .15% or above is a Class A misdemeanor. A second OWI within seven years of a prior conviction is a Level 6 felony. Warren County's circuit court handles the full range of OWI cases, from first-time misdemeanors to felony repeat offenses.
An OWI conviction in Warren County triggers license suspension under IC 9-30-6. Defendants can petition for specialized driving privileges under IC 9-30-10 if they need to continue driving during a suspension. Multiple OWI or serious traffic offenses may result in habitual traffic violator status under IC 9-30-9, with the Indiana BMV enforcing longer suspension periods. Driver records showing all suspension history can be ordered through the BMV portal.
Law Enforcement in Warren County
The Warren County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. The Williamsport Town Marshal handles enforcement within the town limits. The Indiana State Police patrols US-41 and SR-28, which run through Warren County. All OWI cases from any agency in the county are filed in Warren County courts and are accessible through the clerk and MyCase.
ISP arrest records and incident reports can be requested from the Indiana State Police separately from the court case records. Court records show the charges and outcome; ISP records document the original arrest and field sobriety testing.
Legal Resources
The Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center provides free general guidance for people navigating Indiana courts. The Indiana State Bar Association can refer you to attorneys who handle OWI cases in Warren County or nearby Tippecanoe County. Indiana Legal Services may assist eligible residents with court record questions or expungement petitions at no cost.
The clerk's office in Williamsport can explain what records are available and how to request them. They do not give legal advice but can answer process questions and tell you what fees apply.
Cities in Warren County
Warren County does not have any cities that meet the population threshold for individual city pages on this site. Williamsport is the county seat and largest community. All OWI court cases from Warren County communities are handled by the Warren County courts in Williamsport.