Court filings for Pulaski County criminal cases live in two places: the statewide MyCase portal, which covers Circuit and Superior Court dockets, and the Indiana Judicial Branch: Pulaski County records page, which links directly to county-level case search tools. The Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk is located at 401 W. Markham St., Suite 100, Winamac, and keeps weekday hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Booking records held by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office — whose jail sits at 110 East Meridian Street, Winamac, IN 46996 — are a separate system from the court docket and require a direct records request.
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How to look up arrest records in Pulaski County
Pull up Indiana’s open-records framework — Ind. Code § 5-14-3 — and you’ll find that booking records and court filings are public documents by default, which means you can retrieve them without filing a formal FOIA request in most cases. Pulaski County routes those records through three distinct systems, and knowing which one holds what saves you a trip.
MyCase — court docket search. The statewide MyCase portal is the fastest path to Pulaski County Circuit and Superior Court case records. Search by name or case number. Results show charges filed, hearing dates, dispositions, and attorney of record. MyCase is free and requires no login for basic case lookups. Note that MyCase reflects what the court has entered; there can be a short lag between a booking and the appearance of a new case in the system.
Indiana Judicial Branch: Pulaski County page. The Indiana Judicial Branch: Pulaski County page aggregates the county’s court links in one place, including direct access to case search and e-filing. Researchers who need to pull multiple case types — misdemeanor, felony, civil — can use this as a navigation hub to reach the right docket.
Pulaski County Clerk — in-person or written records request. For certified copies of court documents, visit the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk at 401 W. Markham St., Suite 100, Winamac, IN 46996. The Clerk’s office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call to confirm the current records-request fee before visiting, as copy fees can vary by document type. Payments are accepted by credit card, money order, cash, or check made payable to the Circuit Clerk. Include your full name, driver’s license number, and phone number on any check or money order.
Sheriff’s booking records. Arrest and booking records generated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office — including booking photos — are held separately from the court docket. The jail is located at 110 East Meridian Street, Winamac, IN 46996. For mugshot release policy and booking-record requests, contact the Sheriff’s Office directly; the policy isn’t posted online. Confirm numbers and hours before visiting or calling.
Indiana Jail Public Access Portal. To confirm whether someone is currently held at the Pulaski County Jail, the state-level Indiana Jail Public Access Portal lets you search by last name, first name, and date of birth across participating county jails statewide. This is a custody-status tool, not a full arrest-history database.
Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) inmate lookup. For individuals transferred to a state prison facility, the IDOC offender search covers sentenced inmates in state custody. It won’t show pre-trial detainees held at the Pulaski County Jail.
Are Pulaski County arrest records public?
Who can access Pulaski County arrest records — and for what purpose? The answer is straightforward under Indiana law: nearly anyone, for nearly any reason, with a narrow set of exceptions.
Indiana’s open-records framework is governed by Ind. Code § 5-14-3, the Access to Public Records Act (APRA). Under APRA, booking records — including the arrestee’s name, the charges, the booking date, and booking photographs — are presumptively public. A journalist, paralegal, or private researcher can request these records from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office or the Circuit Court Clerk without explaining why they want them. The agency cannot require a stated purpose as a condition of access.
Reporters and researchers working on public-interest stories have the same access rights as any other member of the public. APRA does not create a press-only tier of access, but it also doesn’t restrict access to credentialed media. If you’re pulling records for a story or a legal matter, the Clerk’s office at 401 W. Markham St. and the Sheriff’s Office at 110 East Meridian Street are your primary in-person contacts.
The default-public rule has four main exceptions worth knowing. Sealed or expunged records are removed from public view — a court order under Ind. Code § 35-38-9 directs the Clerk and Sheriff to restrict access, and the record effectively disappears from public-facing systems. Juvenile records carry separate confidentiality protections and are not accessible through the same channels as adult arrest records. Victim-identifying information — addresses, contact details, and certain case details in domestic violence and sexual assault matters — may be redacted before release. Ongoing investigations may also have restricted records if disclosure would compromise law enforcement operations, though this exception is narrow and time-limited.
MyCase reflects what the court has made public. If a case doesn’t appear there, it may be sealed, still in the booking phase before charges are filed, or a juvenile matter. The absence of a MyCase result is not confirmation that no record exists — a direct inquiry to the Clerk or Sheriff may surface records the portal doesn’t show.
What’s in a Pulaski County arrest record?
Defense attorney information is one of the fields that surprises people — it appears in the court docket, not in the booking record, and the two documents live in different systems with different visible fields.
The booking record is generated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office at the time of arrest. It typically contains: the arrestee’s full name and date of birth; the booking date and time; the arresting agency (Sheriff’s Office, Winamac Police Department, or Indiana State Police); the charges as listed at booking; and a booking photograph. The booking record is the Sheriff’s administrative document — it reflects what happened at the jail, not what the court ultimately decided.
The court docket, accessible through MyCase or at Pulaski County Court Records, is the Clerk’s record of everything that happens after charges are formally filed. It contains: the case number assigned by the Pulaski County Circuit or Superior Court; the formal charge or charges (which may differ from booking charges); all hearing dates and outcomes; the disposition — guilty plea, acquittal, dismissal, or conviction — if the case has concluded; bond information; and the attorney of record on both sides.
To find current defense counsel, open the case in MyCase and look for the “Parties” or “Attorneys” tab. The attorney of record listed there is the most current information the court has. If counsel has changed recently, the docket entry for the substitution of counsel will show the transition date. For cases still in progress, the attorney listed in the docket is the person to contact — not the Clerk’s office, which cannot provide legal advice or attorney contact information beyond what’s in the public record.
One practical note: the Pulaski County Courthouse at the Pulaski County Courthouse processes records requests during weekday business hours. If you need a certified copy of a docket entry or a charging information document for legal purposes, the Clerk’s office can provide those in person or by mail. Call ahead to confirm the current per-page fee and turnaround time.
Booking photographs from the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office are generally public under APRA. For the Sheriff’s specific release policy on mugshots — including whether they’re posted online or require a written request — contact the Sheriff’s Office directly, as the policy isn’t published on the county’s web presence.
How to expunge an arrest record in Pulaski County
An arrest that didn’t result in a conviction is often the easiest record to address — Indiana law provides a clear path for those cases, and the timeline is shorter than most people expect.
Indiana handles all criminal-record relief through a single statute: Ind. Code § 35-38-9 (Indiana “Second Chance Law”). There is no separate sealing statute — expungement under § 35-38-9 is the mechanism for both non-conviction records and post-conviction relief. The law is tiered by offense level, and the tier determines the waiting period, the filing requirements, and whether the court has discretion to deny the petition.
Non-conviction records (arrests without a conviction). If you were arrested in Pulaski County but the case was dismissed, you were acquitted, or charges were never filed, you can petition to expunge the arrest record one year after the date of arrest. Dismissals and acquittals are also eligible for automatic expungement — the order takes effect no sooner than 60 days after the dismissal or acquittal. For automatic expungements, you don’t need to file a petition; the court issues the order. For arrests where no charges were filed, the one-year waiting period applies and you must file a verified petition.
Misdemeanor convictions. A misdemeanor conviction can be petitioned for expungement five years after the date of conviction. If the waiting period has passed and you meet the eligibility requirements — no intervening convictions, no pending charges — the court must grant the petition. This is a mandatory grant, not a discretionary one.
Class D / Level 6 felony convictions. The waiting period is eight years from the date of conviction. Like misdemeanors, the court must grant the petition if eligibility requirements are met.
More serious felony convictions. The court may expunge these after the later of eight years from conviction or three years from completing the sentence. The court has discretion to deny. The most serious felonies — including those requiring the prosecutor’s written consent — have a waiting period of the later of ten years from conviction or five years from completing the sentence.
Where to file in Pulaski County. A verified petition must be filed in the county court where the conviction occurred. For non-conviction records, file in the county of arrest — which for Pulaski County arrests means the Pulaski County Circuit or Superior Court. Indiana requires that all petitions in a given county be filed together in a single filing. You effectively get one expungement petition per lifetime, so timing matters.
Filing fee and indigency waiver. Call the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk at 401 W. Markham St. to confirm the current filing fee. An indigency waiver may be available if you cannot afford the fee — ask the Clerk about the process when you call.
Self-petition vs. attorney-assisted. Indiana’s expungement statute is designed to be accessible without an attorney. The Indiana Public Defender Council (Indiana Public Defender Council) and the Indiana Roll of Attorneys (attorney search) can help you find counsel if you want legal assistance. For complex cases — multiple convictions, serious felonies, or cases requiring prosecutor consent — attorney assistance is worth considering.
What remains visible after expungement. Law enforcement agencies retain access to expunged records. The public — including background check databases that pull from public court records — will not see the record after the expungement order takes effect. Confirm the current statute text or ask the Clerk before filing, as the Second Chance Law has been amended periodically.
Quick-contacts table
| Resource | What it confirms | What it cannot confirm | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| MyCase | Court charges, case number, disposition, attorney of record, hearing dates | Booking details, mugshots, pre-charge arrests, sealed cases | Search by name or case number; free, no login required for basic lookup |
| Indiana Judicial Branch: Pulaski County | Links to county case search, e-filing portal, and court contact info | Booking records, Sheriff’s data | Use to navigate to the correct docket or Clerk contact |
| Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk — 401 W. Markham St., Ste. 100, Winamac | Certified copies of court documents, expungement filings, records-request fee | Booking records, Sheriff’s data, legal advice | Visit Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; call to confirm fee before driving |
| Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office — 110 E. Meridian St., Winamac, IN 46996 | Booking records, booking photographs, current custody status | Court dispositions, expungement status | Contact directly for booking-record requests and mugshot release policy |
| Indiana Jail Public Access Portal | Current custody status at Pulaski County Jail (search by name + DOB) | Historical arrest records, court dockets, released individuals | Search by last name, first name, and date of birth |
| IDOC Offender Search | Individuals sentenced to Indiana state prison | Pre-trial detainees at Pulaski County Jail, out-of-state records | Use when a person has been transferred from county jail to state custody |
Sources verified 2026-07-21:
- Indiana Judicial Branch: Pulaski County — county court links, Clerk contact, and case search access
- MyCase — statewide public court case search portal covering Pulaski County Circuit and Superior Court dockets
- Indiana Jail Public Access Portal — statewide current-custody search for county jail detainees
- Indiana State Police: Pulaski County — ISP crime data and county law enforcement context
- Indiana Department of Correction Offender Search — state prison inmate lookup
- Indiana Code — full text of Ind. Code § 5-14-3 (APRA) and Ind. Code § 35-38-9 (Second Chance Law)
- Indiana Public Defender Council — public defender locator for expungement and other legal assistance
- Indiana Roll of Attorneys — licensed attorney search for private counsel
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Frequently asked questions about Pulaski County arrest records
When will a Pulaski County arrest appear in MyCase, and how do I find the hearing date?
MyCase typically reflects a new case after the charging information is filed with the Pulaski County Circuit or Superior Court — which usually happens within a day or two of booking, though the exact timing depends on when the prosecutor files. Search MyCase by the person’s full name; once the case appears, the docket will list all scheduled hearings under the “Events” or “Hearings” tab. If the case isn’t showing yet, the arrest may still be in the pre-charge phase — the booking record exists at the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office at 110 East Meridian Street, Winamac, but the court case hasn’t been opened. Check MyCase again after a day or two, or contact the Clerk’s office at 401 W. Markham St. directly.
How do I petition to expunge a Pulaski County arrest record, and where do I file?
Petitioning to expunge a Pulaski County arrest record is handled under Ind. Code § 35-38-9 (Indiana “Second Chance Law”). For an arrest that didn’t result in a conviction, you can file a verified petition one year after the arrest date — or, if the case was dismissed or resulted in an acquittal, the court may issue an automatic expungement order no sooner than 60 days after the case closed. File your petition with the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk at 401 W. Markham St., Suite 100, Winamac, IN 46996, during weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Indiana requires all petitions in a given county to be filed together, and you effectively have one lifetime petition — so confirm the current waiting period and eligibility requirements with the Clerk or a licensed attorney before filing. The Indiana Public Defender Council can help connect you with low-cost legal assistance.
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