Find Montgomery County Traffic Court Records
Montgomery County traffic court records are maintained by the County Clerk in Crawfordsville and cover all traffic citations, infractions, and moving violations processed through the Circuit Court and Superior Court. This page covers how to find and search those records online, what the local fine schedule looks like for common violations, and how to reach the Montgomery County Clerk's Office for case-specific help.
Montgomery County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Search Montgomery County Traffic Records Online
The statewide MyCase portal is the primary free tool for searching Montgomery County traffic court records. It does not require an account. Search by name, case number, or Uniform Traffic Ticket number to pull up case details including the charge, court dates, case status, and any fine or judgment on record. Both the Circuit Court and Superior Court records appear in MyCase for cases filed through the Odyssey system.
The Montgomery County official website also links to court payment options and county services. From the county homepage, you can navigate to the payment link and other resources related to traffic cases. The county site is a good starting point for understanding what local tools exist outside the statewide MyCase system.
The Montgomery County traffic fines page lists the fine amounts for traffic violations in the county. Speeding fines were set at $154.00 effective 2013. Knowing the local fine schedule before you pay can help you confirm that you are paying the right amount and not being charged more than the standard fee.
Note: Online payment may be available through the county site's pay link or through the statewide Indiana Courts ePay system. Check both options with your case number to see which one accepts your specific ticket.
Montgomery County Clerk of Courts - Contact and Location
Clerk Sam Karnes runs the Montgomery County Clerk's Office at 100 E. Main Street, Room 104, Crawfordsville, IN 47933. The phone number is 765-364-6435 and the fax is 765-364-6535. The Clerk's Office is the official record-keeper for all cases filed in Montgomery County, including every traffic citation processed through the local courts.
In-person and mail payments can both be handled at 100 E. Main Street, Room 104, Crawfordsville. Use a money order or cashier's check for mail payments, made out to the Montgomery County Clerk, with your case number written clearly on the instrument. Do not mail cash. Staff at the Clerk's Office can confirm payment receipt, look up court dates, and answer general case questions. Calling ahead with your case number or ticket number will make the conversation faster.
Circuit Court Judge Heather L. Wilson and Superior Court Judge Sherry L. Rohrer preside over Montgomery County's two courts. If you need to reach a specific judge's courtroom, the Clerk's staff can give you the direct number. For general questions about the traffic process, the Clerk line at 765-364-6435 is the right starting point.
Paying a Montgomery County Traffic Ticket
Montgomery County handles infraction tickets in a relatively direct way. If your citation is an infraction, coded as "IF" in the case system, you can pay the fine before your court hearing date and will not need to appear in court. This applies to standard traffic infractions under Indiana Code 34-28-5. Once you pay, the case is closed. The payment counts as an admission of the violation, which is then reported to the Indiana BMV.
If you want to contest the ticket, do not pay it. Instead, appear on the date shown on your citation. Tell the court you want to deny the infraction. A hearing will be scheduled. Both you and the citing officer will have a chance to present your case, and the judge will decide. Failing to pay and failing to appear at the same time is a problem: it can result in a default judgment, additional fees, and possible license consequences.
The local fine schedule shows speeding as $154.00 in Montgomery County. That amount reflects the combined fine and court costs as set in 2013. Other infraction types may have different amounts. The county traffic fines page has the current schedule, and you can call the Clerk at 765-364-6435 to confirm exact amounts for your specific case before you pay.
Note: Do not mail cash. Send a money order or cashier's check with your cause number written clearly on the memo line.
Traffic Laws and the Montgomery County Court Process
Traffic violations in Montgomery County are governed by Indiana Code Title 9, which sets the statewide rules for motor vehicle operation and traffic enforcement. Standard infractions are civil matters. They do not appear on a criminal record. However, they do go onto your BMV driving record after a judgment, which can affect insurance rates and, if you accumulate enough violations, lead to a license suspension.
More serious offenses, including operating while intoxicated, reckless driving, and driving while suspended, are criminal charges. Those cases are processed through the criminal docket at the same courts. A criminal traffic case has the potential for jail time, fines, and a permanent criminal record. If your ticket or court notice describes a misdemeanor or felony, talking to an attorney before your court date is worth serious consideration.
The Montgomery County courts also have discretion over deferral eligibility for some first-time infraction cases. Contact the Montgomery County Prosecutor's Office or ask the Clerk whether a deferral option might apply to your situation. Deferral programs are not guaranteed and depend on the nature of the violation and your prior driving record.
Montgomery County Traffic Court Records - Images
The screenshot below is from the Montgomery County official website, which provides links to court payment options and local government services.
The county site links to the traffic payment portal and other resources for drivers with cases in Montgomery County courts.
Below is a screenshot from the Montgomery County traffic fines page, which shows the local fine schedule for traffic violations.
The fines page lists the current fine amounts for common traffic violations in Montgomery County, including the speeding fine of $154.00.
The image below comes from the Indiana MyCase portal, the statewide search tool for Montgomery County traffic court records.
MyCase provides free public access to case details for both Montgomery County courts and lets you search by name or ticket number.
Driver Resources and Legal Help
Montgomery County drivers who need help understanding court procedures can use the free resources at Indiana Legal Help and the Indiana Courts Self-Service Center. Both sites have plain-language guides on traffic infractions and what to expect at a hearing. For questions about your driving record and how a Montgomery County traffic case affects your license, go directly to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
If your violation occurred in a county next to Montgomery, use the links below to find the right traffic court records.