St Joseph County, IN Public Records

St. Joseph County public records contain all documents containing information owned, created, utilized, or preserved by local public agencies. Eligible members of the public can access these records. There is a presumption of public access to these documents, though some exemptions exist. Vital records, such as birth and death certificates, are not available to eligible requesters such as spouses, parents, legal representatives, and law enforcement personnel. These are obtained from the Indiana State Department of Health Vital Records. Marriage, divorce, and property records fall under the county deed offices and are managed by the county recorder's office. Certified copy charges vary depending on the record type. Other public records include licensing, judgments, and traffic violations. St. Joseph County public records may be requested in person or by mail.