Find Floyd County Traffic Court Records
Floyd County traffic court records are maintained by the County Clerk's Office at 311 Hauss Square in New Albany, Indiana, covering all traffic citations, infractions, and moving violations processed through the Circuit Court, three Superior Courts, and the Magistrate Court. This page explains how to search records online, how to pay a ticket through the county's website or the state ePay portal, and how to reach Clerk Danita Burks for case-specific help.
Floyd County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Search Floyd County Traffic Records Online
Indiana's MyCase public portal is the main tool for searching Floyd County traffic court records at no cost. No account is required. You can search by the name of the person charged, the case number, or the UTT (Uniform Traffic Ticket) number printed on the citation. Results show the charge, court dates, case status, and the outcome once the case is closed.
New citations typically show up in MyCase within a few business days of being filed at the Clerk's Office. If you just got your ticket, give it a few days before searching. If the case still doesn't appear after a week, call the Clerk's Office at (812) 948-5411 to ask about the status of the filing.
Floyd County has five courts: the Circuit Court, Superior 1, Superior 2, Superior 3, and a Magistrate Court. Traffic cases may be assigned to different courts depending on the type and severity of the violation. The clerk handles records for all five courts from the same office in Room 235. Staff can tell you which court has jurisdiction over your case if you are not sure.
The Floyd County Clerk website has a dedicated traffic tickets page and direct links to online payment options. That site is the best local resource for Floyd County-specific payment guidance.
Note: Floyd County has five separate courts, and the clerk can tell you which court division has jurisdiction over your specific traffic case.
Pay a Floyd County Traffic Ticket
Floyd County offers online traffic ticket payments through both the county clerk's website and the state portal. The Floyd County Clerk's traffic tickets page provides instructions and a link to the online payment system. The statewide Indiana Courts ePay portal also handles Floyd County traffic ticket payments. Either portal accepts credit and debit cards with a convenience fee.
Wait at least two weeks after receiving a traffic ticket before attempting to pay online. Floyd County recommends this waiting period to ensure the citation has been fully processed and entered into the payment system. If you try to pay too soon, you may not find your case in the system. This is a Floyd County-specific note that does not apply in all Indiana counties, so take it seriously here.
In-person payments are accepted at Room 235, 311 Hauss Square, New Albany, IN 47150. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a lunch closure from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Room 235 handles criminal records, fines, and traffic tickets. Cash, money orders, cashier's checks, and major credit or debit cards are all accepted. Personal checks are not accepted for any reason.
For additional online payment options and instructions specific to Floyd County, the electronic payments page on the clerk's website explains which system to use for different types of cases. For mail payments, send a money order or cashier's check to the Clerk's Office at 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, IN 47150. Write your cause number on the payment. Do not mail cash.
Note: If you are interested in a deferral program, contact the Floyd County Prosecutor's Office before making any payment online or in person.
Floyd County Clerk's Office - Danita Burks
Clerk Danita Burks leads the Floyd County Clerk's Office at 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, IN 47150. The main phone is (812) 948-5411 and the fax is (812) 948-4711. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a daily lunch closure from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
The Clerk's Office maintains all court records for Floyd County's five courts, including traffic infractions. Staff can confirm case status, verify payment receipt, provide court dates, and explain how to request certified copies. Certified copies carry a per-page fee. Call ahead to ask what documentation you need before visiting.
Floyd County has multiple courts handling different case types. For specific court phone numbers: Circuit Court (812) 948-5455; Superior 1 (812) 948-5450; Superior 2 (812) 948-5488; Superior 3 (812) 948-5257; Magistrate (812) 948-5486. If you need to speak directly with a court division about a scheduling question, those direct lines are faster than going through the main Clerk's number.
Traffic Infractions Under Indiana Law in Floyd County
Traffic citations in Indiana are civil matters. Under Indiana Code Title 34, infraction proceedings follow civil rules of procedure. No jail time applies to a standard traffic infraction. The consequences are fines, court costs, and BMV points. Enough points can raise insurance rates or lead to license suspension. Serious driving offenses are handled differently and may carry criminal penalties.
Indiana Code Title 9 covers motor vehicles and traffic law statewide. It sets the fine structure, establishes how violations are classified, and governs how the BMV processes conviction records from the courts. Minor violations in Floyd County that go to the violations bureau can be paid without a court appearance. Contested cases require appearing before a judge in the appropriate court.
Once a case is decided, the record is public and stays in the system with the final outcome noted. Check the Indiana BMV website to see your official driving record. The BMV record and the court record are maintained separately, but a conviction in Floyd County courts typically appears in both within a short time of the case closing.
Floyd County Traffic Records - Contents and Access
Traffic court records in Floyd County include the citation, the charge, court dates, any plea entered, the case outcome, and all fines and costs assessed. These records are public and searchable through MyCase for free. Certified copies require a request through the Clerk's Office at a per-page fee.
The Indiana Courts public records page explains what the court system makes publicly available and how to request records not accessible through the online portal. For free legal guidance on traffic infractions, Indiana Legal Help has plain-language articles covering the entire process from ticket to resolution. The Indiana Courts Self-Service Legal Center also has guides for people handling cases without an attorney.
Floyd County Clerk - Local Website Resource
The image below shows the Floyd County Clerk's website, which is the county's main resource for online traffic ticket payments and court record information in New Albany.
The Floyd County Clerk website has a dedicated traffic tickets section and links to online payment portals for citations processed by all five Floyd County courts.
The Floyd County Clerk site provides payment instructions specific to the county, including the two-week waiting period recommendation before paying online, and direct links to accepted payment methods for traffic fines.
Cities in Floyd County
New Albany is the largest city in Floyd County and the county seat. Traffic court records for citations issued in New Albany are handled by the Floyd County Clerk's Office.
Nearby Indiana Counties
Citations issued near the Floyd County border may be handled by a neighboring county's clerk. Use the links below to find traffic court record pages for surrounding counties.