Bartholomew, IN Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

The Sheriff's Office provides access to criminal history records, including arrest information. To request these records, individuals may visit the Sheriff's Office Records Division. The office is located at:

543 2nd Street

Columbus, IN 47201

Phone: (812) 379-1750

Local police departments may provide arrest records for incidents within their jurisdiction. To obtain these records, individuals may contact the police department where the arrest took place. For example, the Columbus Police Department allows the public to request copies of records, including arrest reports, by completing the appropriate forms available on their website. Completed forms may be submitted by mail or delivered in person to the department at:

123 Washington Street

Columbus, IN 47201

While viewing the record is free, obtaining copies requires a fee. Record requesters must provide specific information, such as the arrestee's name, date of birth, and the date of the incident, for access to records. On the other hand, smaller towns within the county, such as Hope, Clifford, Hartsville, and Elizabethtown, may have their local law enforcement agencies or town marshals responsible for policing their respective communities.

The Indiana State Police (ISP) offers access to criminal records, including arrests, through their Limited Criminal History (LCH) Portal, which includes felonies and Class A misdemeanors. Anyone may search using the offender's name, birthdate, race, and gender. The search fee is $15 for subscribers and $15.70 for credit card users. Alternatively, individuals may submit a Request Form by mail with a $7 payment (money order or certified check) to:

Criminal History Limited Check

P.O. Box 6188

Indianapolis, IN 46206-6188

Criminal court records may be accessed online through Indiana's MyCase portal. For official copies of court documents, individuals may contact the Clerk's Office directly at:

234 Washington Street

Columbus, IN 47201

Phone: (812) 379-1600

The Clerk's Office charges a fee for copies of records. Requesters may call ahead to confirm costs and procedures. Meanwhile, third-party platforms, such as InfoTracer, offer quick access to arrest records, including information from Bartholomew County. Unlike official resources, these services are not limited by jurisdictions.