Vanderburgh County Traffic Ticket Records

Vanderburgh County traffic ticket records are filed with the county clerk in Evansville, Indiana's third-largest city. You can search cases online through the public access portal using your uniform traffic ticket number, driver's license number, or name and date of birth. This page covers how to find, pay, and understand traffic records in Vanderburgh County.

County Clerk Office - Evansville

Clerk Carla Hayden runs the Vanderburgh County Clerk's office in the Courts Building at Room S241, 1 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Evansville, IN. The main phone number is (812) 435-5160. For misdemeanor and traffic matters specifically, call (812) 435-5772. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, which is earlier and later than many Indiana clerk offices.

Vanderburgh County is one of the larger counties in Indiana. It handles a significant volume of traffic cases. The clerk's office is well-organized for this. Staff can look up cases by the UTT number (uniform traffic ticket number) printed on your citation, by your driver's license number, or by name and date of birth.

The Courts Building is downtown Evansville. Parking is available in nearby garages and on surrounding streets. If you are coming for a scheduled hearing, arrive early to allow time for parking and to find the right courtroom in the building.

Vanderburgh County offers online fine payment through the county government site. This is one of the more convenient options for people who want to pay without visiting the courthouse.

This Evansville government page explains the online payment process for traffic fines and court costs. It lists accepted payment methods and what information you need to complete a payment. Use your UTT number or case number to get started.

How to Search Traffic Records

Vanderburgh County traffic records are searchable through the Indiana public access courts portal at publicaccess.courts.in.gov. This system lets you search by UTT number, driver's license number, or name and date of birth. It is a more detailed search than the basic MyCase system and works well for traffic-specific lookups.

You can also use the statewide MyCase portal at mycase.in.gov for general case searching. MyCase shows case details, hearing dates, and outcomes. For traffic tickets, the public access courts portal may give you more detailed fine information.

Under IC 5-14-3, Indiana court records are public. Anyone can search and view them. The clerk cannot charge you just to look at a record. Fees apply when you want a printed or certified copy.

If you cannot find a record online, it may be because the ticket was recently issued and not yet entered into the system. Allow several business days after getting a citation before searching. You can also call the clerk's misdemeanor and traffic line at (812) 435-5772 for help locating a specific case.

Fine Schedule for Vanderburgh County

Vanderburgh County has documented fine amounts for common traffic violations. These are the total amounts including court costs:

Seatbelt violations run $28.00. Speeding 1 to 15 miles per hour over the limit costs $143.50. Speeding 16 to 25 mph over the limit is $148.50. Speeding 26 or more miles per hour over the limit, or any speeding in a school zone or work zone, is $174.00. Most other traffic violations total $139.00 to $139.50.

These amounts include court costs and fees on top of the base fine. The amounts shown are the totals you owe when you pay, not just the base penalty. This is useful to know before you call the clerk to ask what you owe.

If you pay online or by mail, confirm the exact amount due at the time of payment. Amounts can vary if additional fees have been added since the citation was issued. Court costs are set by the court and can change.

Indiana Traffic Laws Applied in Vanderburgh County

Speed violations in Vanderburgh County are prosecuted under IC 9-21-5. This statute sets the statewide speed limit framework. Evansville has city roads, US 41, I-164, and the Lloyd Expressway all within the county. Speed limits vary by road type. The court applies the correct limit for the specific road where the stop occurred.

OWI offenses are covered under IC 9-30-5. A first-offense OWI is a class C misdemeanor in Indiana. It can be elevated to a felony if someone was injured or if the driver had a very high BAC. Repeat offenses fall under IC 9-30-10 with escalating penalties.

Insurance is required under IC 9-25-8. Driving without proof of insurance in Evansville or elsewhere in Vanderburgh County results in a separate charge. This is one of the more common add-on violations in traffic stops.

Court Locations in Vanderburgh County

Vanderburgh County has a Circuit Court and multiple Superior Courts. Traffic matters may be handled in either court system depending on the charge. The Courts Building downtown is the main venue for most hearings. Your citation will name the specific court where your case is pending.

Evansville City Court handles violations that occur within city limits and are charged as city ordinance violations rather than state law violations. Check your ticket to confirm which court has your case. City Court contact information will differ from the county clerk's office.

The clerk's office is open from 7:30 AM on weekdays, which is earlier than most Indiana county clerks. If you need to stop by before work, this earlier opening can be convenient. Do not arrive after 4:30 PM as the office closes at that time.

Legal Resources in Evansville

Evansville has a robust legal community. The Evansville Bar Association is a local resource for finding attorneys who practice traffic law. For referrals, use the Indiana State Bar service at inbar.org. Search by location and practice area to find traffic attorneys in Vanderburgh County.

Southwestern Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help to those who qualify. Their office covers Vanderburgh County and surrounding areas. You can reach them online or by phone. They handle a range of matters including license-related issues that stem from traffic violations.

The Indiana Legal Services organization at indianalegalservices.org also serves Vanderburgh County. Both organizations can help if a traffic matter has led to more serious consequences like a license suspension or court order you need to comply with.

Cities in Vanderburgh County

Evansville is the primary qualifying city in Vanderburgh County and has its own dedicated traffic ticket records page.

• Evansville - the county seat and largest city in southwestern Indiana

Nearby Counties

Vanderburgh County is in the far southwest corner of Indiana, bordering Kentucky and Illinois. Neighboring Indiana counties are listed below.