Clark County Traffic Court Records
Clark County traffic court records are filed and maintained by the County Clerk's Office at the Clark County Judicial Center in Jeffersonville, Indiana, covering all traffic citations, moving violations, and infraction cases processed through the local courts. This page covers how to search those records online, how to pay a ticket by several methods, what specific fine amounts apply to common violations, and what to expect from the local traffic court process in Clark County.
Clark County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Search Clark County Traffic Court Records Online
Indiana's free MyCase portal is the primary tool for searching Clark County traffic court records. You can search by defendant name, case number, or Uniform Traffic Ticket (UTT) number without creating an account. The portal shows case status, court dates, charges, and how each case was resolved. Clark County Circuit and Superior Court filings are included in the database and are typically searchable within a few business days of a citation being filed.
Clark County has its own traffic violations page at the Indiana county portal, which covers local procedures, violation types, and payment instructions specific to this county. The full Clark County Clerk of Courts page provides contact information, office hours, and links to other court services available to residents.
Traffic citations can also be searched using the traffic department's direct contact: (812) 285-6399 or email traffic@clarkcounty.in.gov. If you have a specific case question or can't locate a record online, the traffic department is the right starting point rather than the general clerk's line.
Note: New tickets may take five to seven business days to appear in MyCase after the officer files the citation with the Clark County Clerk's Office.
How to Pay a Clark County Traffic Ticket
Clark County gives drivers four ways to pay a traffic ticket. Each method has its own rules.
Online payment goes through the Indiana Courts ePay portal. Wait at least five to seven days after receiving your citation before trying to pay online, since it takes that long for newer tickets to appear in the system. A convenience fee applies to card payments. Online payment is available around the clock.
In-person payment is accepted at the Clark County Judicial Center, 501 E Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Cash, money orders, cashier's checks, and credit or debit cards are all accepted. Personal checks are not. If you pay by card in person, convenience fees still apply. Bring your ticket or cause number so staff can locate your file quickly.
Mail payments go to Clark County Traffic Violations, 501 E Court Ave., Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Use a money order or cashier's check only. Include your cause number and your UTT number on the instrument. If you want a receipt mailed back, include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment. Do not mail cash or personal checks.
Phone payments are accepted by credit or debit card. Call the traffic department at (812) 285-6399 to make a phone payment. Convenience fees apply here as well. This option is useful if you want to speak with someone but don't need to visit the courthouse in person.
Note: CDL operators do not receive the standard 30-day grace period after a court date that other drivers get. CDL holders should pay or respond before their listed hearing date to avoid complications with their commercial license.
Clark County Traffic Violation Fine Amounts
Clark County has a published fine schedule for common traffic violations. All speeding violations carry a fine of $175.00. Other moving violations are set at $174.00. Non-moving violations, including expired plates, expired license, handicap violations, and equipment violations, also run $174.00. Seat belt violations are $25.00.
If multiple violations come from the same incident, the maximum additional charge for each extra violation is $35.00. So even if an officer writes two or three citations at once, the combined cost is capped on the additional charges beyond the first. These amounts are for the base fine and do not include court costs, which are added separately.
Infraction Deferral carries a fee of $192.50 if the Prosecutor accepts your application. That fee covers a six-month deferral period during which the violation is held in abeyance. If you complete the deferral without a new violation, the original charge is dismissed. If you pick up another ticket during the period, the deferral can be revoked and you end up with both violations on your record.
To apply for a deferral in Clark County, contact the Prosecutor's Office at 812-285-6264 or visit www.clarkprosecutor.org. Not every violation or every driver qualifies. The Prosecutor's Office makes that determination after reviewing the request.
Clark County Clerk of Courts - Contact Details
Clerk Ryan Lynch heads the Clark County Clerk of Courts office at the Clark County Judicial Center, 501 E Court Avenue #137, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. The main line is (812) 285-6244. The traffic department's direct number is (812) 285-6399. The office fax is (812) 285-6372. Email for traffic matters: traffic@clarkcounty.in.gov.
The Clerk's Office maintains all official court records for Clark County, including every traffic case on file. Staff can confirm court dates, verify payment status, explain what stage a case is in, and process requests for certified copies of court documents. Certified copies carry a per-page fee. Free case lookups are available through MyCase at no charge.
Traffic Court Hearings in Clark County
Traffic court in Clark County is held at the Clark County Judicial Center, 501 E Court Ave, Jeffersonville. Court starts at 8:30 AM. Hearings are scheduled on a bi-weekly Wednesday rotation, so not every Wednesday has a traffic docket. Your ticket or court notice will list the specific date. Arrive early. There are typically multiple cases scheduled, and you may wait before your case is called.
Clark County sees a significant volume of traffic cases given its location near Louisville, Kentucky, and the heavy commuter traffic across the Ohio River bridges. The courts handle both routine speeding cases and more complex moving violation matters. If you have a contested case, be prepared for the possibility that your hearing gets continued to a later date depending on docket volume.
Standard traffic infractions under Indiana Code Title 9 are civil matters. They do not result in jail. You can pay before your court date to close the case without appearing. If you want to fight the ticket, show up on your hearing date ready to present your side. Bring the original citation, any relevant evidence, and contact information for any witnesses.
Drivers who receive Specialized Driving Privileges can find the relevant forms through the Clark County Clerk's Office. These forms apply when a license has been suspended and a driver is seeking limited driving authorization for work or essential travel.
Clark County Traffic Records - What's Available
Traffic court records in Clark County are public records. MyCase gives free online access to case details. Certified copies of documents from a traffic case file are available from the Clerk's Office at a per-page fee. The clerk can also provide information about case history, payment history, and court orders that are part of the official file.
Under Indiana Code Title 34-28-5, infraction records remain part of the court file permanently. They can be searched by anyone using MyCase. If you were found not guilty, the record still shows in the system but reflects the outcome. Dismissed cases, including those resolved through deferral, also appear with their final status noted.
The Indiana BMV at www.in.gov/bmv maintains a separate driving record for each licensed Indiana driver. Traffic convictions from Clark County courts are reported to the BMV after the case is resolved. If you want to know what is on your official Indiana driving record, request a copy through the BMV website or at a BMV branch location.
Self-help resources are available through Indiana Legal Help and the Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center. Both cover traffic infractions and court procedures in plain language for people who want to handle their case independently.
Clark County Clerk Traffic Records Page
The image below shows the Clark County Clerk of Courts page, which is the official county-level resource for traffic court records, payment information, and clerk services in Jeffersonville.
The Clark County Clerk of Courts page provides contact details, traffic violation information, and links to online payment tools for Clark County traffic cases.
The clerk's page includes the traffic department contact information, fine schedule, and payment instructions specific to Clark County traffic violations.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
Traffic cases filed in neighboring counties are handled by those counties' courts. Use the links below to access records from counties near Clark County.