Boone County Traffic Ticket Records Lookup
Boone County traffic ticket records are held by the Clerk of Courts at the Boone County Courthouse in Lebanon, Indiana. Every traffic citation issued in Boone County becomes a public court record once it is filed with the clerk. You can search Boone County traffic ticket records online through the state's MyCase portal, visit the clerk's office in Lebanon, or pay fines through the state payment system. This page gives you the key details on how the process works in Boone County.
Boone County Quick Facts
Boone County Clerk of Courts Office
The Boone County Clerk of Courts is in the Boone County Courthouse in Lebanon, Indiana. The main number is (765) 482-7030. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. The clerk processes all traffic citations filed in Boone County, assigns case numbers, manages court scheduling, accepts fine payments, and provides copies of court records. You can find clerk information at co.boone.in.us.
Boone County has grown significantly in recent years due to its proximity to Indianapolis. I-65 runs through the county and is a primary corridor for traffic enforcement. A large share of traffic citations in Boone County come from stops on I-65 and US-52. These are state highways with active patrols by both the Indiana State Police and Boone County Sheriff. All citations from these stops go to the Boone County Clerk of Courts in Lebanon.
The Indiana Judicial Branch page for Boone County is at in.gov/courts/local/boone-county. This page lists the courts serving Boone County, judicial contacts, and links to the statewide court search tools. The Boone County government website at co.boone.in.us gives an overview of all county offices.
Searching Boone County Traffic Ticket Records Online
MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase is the free statewide portal that includes Boone County traffic records. Search by UTT number from your citation or by name. You can filter results to show only Boone County cases. MyCase shows the current status of your case, fine amounts, upcoming hearing dates, and payment history. Records appear in MyCase within a few business days of the citation being filed.
The screenshot below comes from the Boone County government website and shows the county's online resources page. It provides context for local services and records access in Boone County.
In-person searches at the Lebanon courthouse are also available. Bring your citation or case number to the clerk's office. Staff can pull your Boone County traffic record, tell you the total amount owed, and confirm any scheduled hearing dates. Call (765) 482-7030 before going to confirm hours and any local procedures.
Note: You can copy standard traffic case records for a fee at the clerk's office. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Ask the clerk about current rates when you call.
Paying Boone County Traffic Fines
Online payment is available at public.courts.in.gov/pay. You need your case number to pay online. A processing fee applies when paying by credit card. In person, the clerk's office accepts cash, checks, and credit cards. If you prefer to mail your payment, use a money order or cashier's check and write your case number on it. Mail to the Boone County Clerk at the Boone County Courthouse, Lebanon, IN 46052.
Copy fees are $1.00 per page for plain black and white copies. Certified copies carry an additional charge. These are the standard state-level rates; call the clerk to confirm current pricing before you visit or send a records request.
Paying your Boone County traffic fine without contesting the ticket is an admission of guilt. The court will report the conviction to the Indiana BMV. Points will be added to your record. If you want to challenge the citation, you must appear in court on your hearing date. Not showing up will result in a default judgment, which means you lose automatically without the chance to present your side.
Indiana Traffic Laws and Boone County Citations
Speed violations in Boone County are governed by IC 9-21-5. The speed limit on I-65 through Boone County is 70 mph in most stretches. Construction zones and urban segments may carry lower limits. Fines for speeding in a construction zone are doubled in Indiana. Officers from the Indiana State Police regularly patrol I-65 through Boone County, and radar enforcement is common.
OWI cases in Boone County are filed under IC 9-30-5. The first offense carries a possible fine of up to $5,000, a license suspension, and potential jail time. Boone County courts treat OWI seriously. Multiple OWI convictions or other serious traffic offenses can result in habitual traffic violator status under IC 9-30-10. Habitual status means a license suspension of up to ten years.
All Boone County drivers must carry liability insurance as required by IC 9-25-8. A stop without proof of insurance leads to a fine and a license suspension. You must then file SR-22 insurance with the BMV before driving privileges can be restored. Insurance enforcement is active throughout Boone County on both state and local roads.
BMV Points and Driving Records for Boone County Drivers
The Indiana BMV receives reports from Boone County courts after every traffic conviction. Points are added to your driving record based on the violation type. Accumulating twelve or more points within two years may trigger a license suspension. The BMV handles all point tracking and suspension decisions at the state level, regardless of which Indiana county the violation occurred in.
The BMV's page on common traffic violations at in.gov/bmv explains what each violation type means for your record. The screenshot below is from that page and shows how Indiana classifies violations and assigns point values.
If your Boone County traffic conviction leads to a suspension, start the reinstatement process at in.gov/bmv. Steps may include paying a reinstatement fee, filing SR-22 insurance, completing a waiting period, and possibly taking a test before getting your license back. The requirements depend on the reason for the suspension.
Public Records in Boone County
Traffic ticket records in Boone County are open to the public under Indiana Code 5-14-3. Any person can request access to a traffic case on file with the Boone County Clerk of Courts. You do not need to be a party to the case. Searches through MyCase are free. Copies from the clerk carry standard fees. For more on your rights when requesting public records in Indiana, see in.gov/courts/public-records.
Cities in Boone County
Boone County includes Lebanon, Zionsville, Whitestown, and other communities. Traffic citations issued anywhere in Boone County are processed by the Boone County Clerk of Courts in Lebanon. Zionsville has grown rapidly and has its own city page with more local information on traffic records.
Other communities in Boone County include Lebanon, Whitestown, Thorntown, and Jamestown. All traffic cases from these areas go through the Boone County clerk and court system in Lebanon.
Nearby Counties
Boone County borders several Indiana counties. Each has its own clerk of courts handling traffic records for that area. Check your citation to see which county court is listed.