Find Dissolution of Marriage Records in Boone County

Boone County dissolution of marriage records are kept at the Clerk of Circuit Court in Lebanon, Indiana, where a growing population of around 70,000 residents means the court handles a steady volume of family law filings each year, including dissolution cases, custody matters, and support proceedings.

Boone County Clerk of Circuit Court

Lisa Bruder serves as the Boone County Clerk of Circuit Court. Her office at 212 Courthouse Square in Lebanon is the official record keeper for all dissolution of marriage cases filed in the county. The clerk accepts new petitions, maintains the public docket, stores case documents, issues certified copies, and handles records requests from the public. With Boone County's rapid growth, the office manages a rising volume of family law filings each year.

Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Walk-in service is available throughout the day. If you are planning to visit specifically to review a case file or request copies, calling (765) 482-3510 ahead of time is helpful, especially for older files that staff may need additional time to locate. The Lebanon courthouse sits in the center of town on the main square and is accessible from multiple directions.

For mail requests, include the full names of both parties or the cause number along with a check or money order for copy fees. Send requests to the clerk's attention at 212 Courthouse Square, Lebanon, IN 46052. The Boone County government website also lists current contact information for the clerk's office and other county departments.

Searching Boone County Dissolution of Marriage Records Online

Indiana's free MyCase public records portal is the most convenient place to start a search for Boone County dissolution of marriage cases without visiting the courthouse. You can search by party name or cause number to see case status, hearing dates, and filed document listings. MyCase is updated by the clerk's office and covers both active and closed cases in Boone County. It is available around the clock and costs nothing to use.

One important limit: MyCase shows case information but does not let you download actual court documents. If you need a copy of a decree or a specific filed document, you must contact the Boone County Clerk directly. The clerk can provide copies for a per-page fee and can certify them for an additional charge.

The Indiana Courts local page for Boone County provides court structure details and contact links for the circuit and superior courts in Lebanon that handle dissolution of marriage cases.

This Indiana Courts directory listing for Boone County is useful when you need to confirm which court division is handling a specific dissolution case or locate a judge's contact information in Lebanon.

For paid access with more detailed search tools, Doxpop indexes Boone County court records and often provides document images that MyCase does not include. This is a useful tool for attorneys, researchers, or anyone who needs to review multiple cases or pull specific filed documents from Boone County dissolution files.

Note: Actual dissolution decrees are not posted online anywhere through official Indiana channels. You must contact the Boone County Clerk to obtain copies of final court orders from dissolution cases.

Filing for Boone County Dissolution of Marriage

At least one spouse must have lived in Indiana for six months and in Boone County for three months before filing for dissolution of marriage. Bring your completed petition to the clerk at 212 Courthouse Square in Lebanon and pay the filing fee at the time of submission. The clerk stamps the petition, opens the case, and assigns a cause number. From that moment, the case is a matter of public record in Boone County.

After filing, you must serve the other spouse with the petition and summons. The Boone County Sheriff can handle service, or you may use a licensed process server. In some cases, certified mail service is permitted. Proof of service must be filed with the clerk. Indiana law requires a 60-day waiting period from the filing date before a judge can enter the final dissolution decree. This applies to all cases in Boone County, including uncontested matters where both parties agree on all terms. You cannot waive or shorten this waiting period.

Either party may request provisional orders from the court while the case is open. These temporary orders can address custody of children, support payments, and use of marital property during the pending case. They are filed through the clerk and become part of the public case record. Property division at the end of the case follows Indiana's equitable distribution standard, which presumes an equal split but allows the judge to adjust based on the circumstances of the Boone County case.

The statutes governing dissolution of marriage in Indiana, including residency requirements, grounds, waiting periods, and property division, are found in Indiana Code Title 31. Reviewing the relevant portions of this title before you file can help you understand what to expect as your case moves forward in Boone County.

What Boone County Dissolution Case Files Include

A Boone County dissolution of marriage case file contains every document filed from the opening of the case to its close. The petition for dissolution is first. It names both parties, gives the marriage date, and states what the petitioner is requesting from the court. Any response or counter-petition from the other spouse follows. Financial disclosures, which both parties typically must file, are also part of the record. If the case involves children, parenting plans and child support worksheets are included. All court orders, including the final dissolution decree, are part of the permanent public file.

These records are open to the public under Indiana's access to public records law. You do not need to be a party to the case. The clerk's office in Lebanon will let you review any case file and request copies. Some materials may be sealed if a specific court order restricts them, but this is not common in standard dissolution cases in Boone County. If a portion of a file is sealed, the clerk will tell you when you make your request.

For older dissolution records that may not appear in electronic systems, the Indiana State Library genealogy division holds historical court records and indexes. If you are researching a case from several decades ago and the clerk's office cannot easily locate it, the State Library is a good secondary resource.

The Indiana Vital Records office maintains marriage certificates separately from dissolution case files. If you need proof of an original marriage in connection with a dissolution case in Boone County, vital records is where to look for that document.

Legal Resources Available to Boone County Residents

Boone County residents who cannot afford a private attorney for a dissolution of marriage case may qualify for free legal help through Indiana Legal Services. They handle family law matters statewide, including dissolution, custody, and support. Boone County's proximity to Indianapolis also means additional legal aid resources based in Marion County may be accessible. Apply online or call to check eligibility based on your income and household size.

The Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence runs a hotline at 800-332-7385 for residents statewide. If domestic violence is a factor in your situation, this organization can connect you with local advocates in the Boone County area who understand how safety concerns interact with dissolution proceedings. They can help you understand your options for protective orders and other safety measures that can be filed alongside or separately from a dissolution petition in Lebanon.

The Indiana Courts public records request page explains the formal process for requesting records from any Indiana court, including Boone County. If you run into any difficulty getting documents through the local clerk in Lebanon, this guide covers how to submit a formal written request.

Cities in Boone County

Zionsville is the largest city in Boone County with a population of approximately 32,000. Residents of Zionsville file dissolution of marriage cases at the Boone County Clerk in Lebanon, since all family law filings go through the county courthouse. Lebanon, Whitestown, Thorntown, and Advance are other communities in the county, all served by the same clerk's office at 212 Courthouse Square.

Nearby Indiana Counties

Boone County is in central Indiana just northwest of Indianapolis. Several counties border it to the north, east, south, and west. If you need dissolution records from a neighboring county or are unsure where a case was filed, the pages below cover each nearby county's clerk and filing process.