Monroe County Traffic Court Records Search
Monroe County traffic court records are filed with the County Clerk in Bloomington and cover all traffic citations, infractions, and moving violations processed through the Circuit Court and three Superior Courts. This page explains how to search those records online, how to reach the Monroe County Clerk's Office, and what to know if your case is in the county court system versus the separate Bloomington City Court.
Monroe County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Find Monroe County Traffic Records Online
The statewide MyCase portal is the primary free tool for searching Monroe County traffic court records. No account is required. Search by name, case number, or Uniform Traffic Ticket number. Results include the charge, court dates, case status, and any fine or judgment on the record. All four Monroe County courts participate in the MyCase system, so a single search covers the full county court docket.
The Monroe County homepage at co.monroe.in.us links to county services and can point you toward court-related resources. For a quick overview of local court structure and judicial assignments, the Indiana Courts local page for Monroe County lists active courts and judges. Circuit Court Judge Valeri S. Haughton presides over that court, and three Superior Court judges handle the remaining caseload.
Bloomington City Court handles traffic violations issued within city limits by city officers. That court is separate from the county court system. If your ticket came from a Bloomington Police Department officer, your case might be in city court rather than one of the four county courts. Check the bottom of your ticket for the court name to confirm which system has your case.
Note: Cases filed before Monroe County moved to the Odyssey system may exist only as paper records at the Courthouse. Call the Clerk at 812-349-2614 for older records not found in MyCase.
Monroe County Clerk of Courts - Contact Details
Clerk Nicole B. Browne oversees the Monroe County Clerk's Office at 301 N. College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404. The main phone number is 812-349-2614 and the fax is 812-349-2610. Staff can help confirm payment status, locate an upcoming court date, and tell you which court your case is assigned to.
Mail-in payments can be sent to 301 N. College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404. Use a money order or cashier's check made out to the Monroe County Clerk. Write your case number clearly on the payment. Never mail cash. If you need written confirmation that your payment was received and applied, include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment.
In-person visits to the Clerk's Office are also an option during regular business hours. Bring your ticket or case number. Staff there can pull up your record and answer questions about court dates, outstanding balances, and payment history. For questions specific to a judge or courtroom, the Clerk can direct you to the right contact.
How Monroe County Handles Traffic Infractions
Traffic infractions are the most common case type in Monroe County courts. Under Indiana Code 34-28-5, an infraction is a civil proceeding rather than a criminal charge. Paying the fine before your hearing date closes the case, but it counts as an admission that the violation occurred. The outcome is then reported to the Indiana BMV, where it can add points to your driving record and affect your insurance rates.
If you want to fight a ticket, appear on the date shown on your citation and tell the court you deny the violation. The judge will schedule a hearing. Both the officer and you will have a chance to present your case. Monroe County sees a high volume of traffic cases given the size of Bloomington's population and the traffic volume on major roads through the county. Cases are generally processed through the system in a reasonable time, though court schedules can vary by season.
More serious traffic violations, such as operating while intoxicated or reckless driving, are criminal charges under Indiana Code Title 9 and move through the criminal docket. These cases carry potential jail time and a criminal record. If your ticket lists a misdemeanor or felony, talking to an attorney before your first court appearance is strongly advisable.
Paying a Monroe County Traffic Ticket
Online payment through the Indiana Courts ePay system may be available for some Monroe County traffic cases. Check the ePay site with your case number to see if your specific case is eligible. In person, payments are accepted at the Clerk's Office at 301 N. College Avenue in Bloomington. Accepted payment forms typically include cash, money orders, and credit or debit cards, though you should call ahead to confirm what is currently accepted.
If you received a ticket from Bloomington City Court rather than a county court, payment procedures for that case may differ. City court has its own clerk and payment process. Check your ticket or call the number listed on it to confirm which system handles your payment.
Note: Paying online through ePay closes the case as a no-contest plea and ends any option to contest the violation at a hearing.
Monroe County Traffic Court Records - Images
The image below is from the Monroe County official website, which links to county court services and local government resources.
The county homepage connects residents to court resources, the Clerk's Office, and other local services in Bloomington and Monroe County.
Below is a screenshot from the Indiana MyCase portal, the main statewide search tool for Monroe County traffic court records.
MyCase covers all four Monroe County courts and provides free public access to case status, charges, and hearing dates.
The screenshot below comes from the Indiana Courts local page for Monroe County, listing active courts and judges in the Bloomington area.
The judicial branch page confirms the courts and judges assigned to Monroe County and provides direct contact information for each courtroom.
Legal Help and Self-Service Resources
Monroe County drivers who want help navigating a traffic case on their own can visit Indiana Legal Help for plain-language guides on infractions and court procedures. The Indiana Courts Self-Service Center has forms for people handling their own cases without an attorney. For driving record questions and license status, the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is the direct resource.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
If your citation was issued in a county neighboring Monroe, use the links below to reach the right court records.