Newton County Traffic Court Records
Newton County traffic court records are filed and maintained by the Clerk's Office in Kentland, covering all traffic citations, infractions, and moving violations processed through the Circuit Court and Superior Court. This page explains how to search those records online, how to reach the Newton County Clerk, and what options may exist for keeping a violation off your record through the county's infraction deferral program.
Newton County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Search Newton County Traffic Records Online
The statewide MyCase portal is the main way to search Newton County traffic court records without visiting the courthouse. It is free to use and does not require an account. Search by name, case number, or Uniform Traffic Ticket number to view case details including the charge, court dates, case status, and any judgment or fine that has been entered. Both Newton County courts participate in the MyCase system through the statewide Odyssey platform.
The Newton County Clerk's Office has its own page at newtoncounty.in.gov, which lists the clerk's responsibilities and provides contact information. The clerk handles a wide range of duties beyond traffic cases, including civil, criminal, estate, guardianship, and juvenile records, as well as election administration and marriage licenses. For traffic-specific questions, the Clerk's line at 219-474-6081 or the email at clerk@newtoncounty.in.gov are your direct contacts.
The Indiana Courts local page for Newton County gives an overview of the court structure, confirms the active judges, and provides direct contact information. Circuit Court Judge Daniel J. Molter and Superior Court Judge Patrick M. Ryan preside over the two courts. If you need to reach a specific judge's office, the judicial branch page has the right numbers.
Note: Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Contact by phone or email before visiting in person to confirm the best time to come in.
Newton County Clerk of Courts - Contact Information
Clerk Janice J. Whaley manages the Newton County Clerk's Office at 201 N. 3rd Street, Kentland, IN 47951. The phone is 219-474-6081, the fax is 219-474-5749, and email is clerk@newtoncounty.in.gov. The Clerk's Office is the official record-keeper for all cases filed in Newton County, including every traffic citation that goes through the circuit or superior courts.
Staff can confirm whether a payment was received and applied, look up an upcoming court date, and help you locate the case number for a specific ticket. In-person visits and mail payments are both accepted at 201 N. 3rd Street in Kentland. Use a money order or cashier's check for mail payments, written out to the Newton County Clerk, with your case number clearly noted on the instrument. Do not mail cash.
Paying a Newton County Traffic Ticket
Online payment for Newton County traffic cases is available through the statewide Indiana Courts ePay system. In-person payments at the Clerk's Office are also accepted during regular business hours. Mail payments can be sent to 201 N. 3rd Street, Kentland, IN 47951 using a money order or cashier's check made out to the Newton County Clerk.
For infraction cases governed by Indiana Code 34-28-5, paying the fine before your court date closes the case without a required appearance. That payment counts as an admission of the violation. The court result is then sent to the Indiana BMV and may affect your driving record and insurance rates. If you want to contest the charge, do not pay before your hearing. Appear on the date listed on your ticket and tell the court you deny the violation.
Note: Always get a receipt or record your payment confirmation number when paying online. Keep that confirmation until your case shows as resolved in MyCase.
Infraction Deferral Program in Newton County
Newton County offers an infraction deferral program through the Prosecutor's Office. If you qualify, a deferral allows you to meet certain conditions over a set period in exchange for having the infraction dismissed rather than recorded as a judgment. The Newton County deferral information is published at newtoncounty.in.gov.
To find out if you qualify, contact the Newton County Prosecutor's Office at 219-474-5777. Eligibility depends on factors like your driving history, the nature of the violation, and whether you have used a deferral recently. Under Indiana Code Title 9, some violations are not eligible for deferral regardless of your record. Asking early, before your court date, gives you the best chance to explore this option if it applies to your case.
The Clerk's Office is not the right contact for deferral questions. Deferrals are handled entirely by the Prosecutor's Office. The Clerk's staff can point you in the right direction, but the Prosecutor at 219-474-5777 is the person to call about deferral eligibility and process.
Newton County Traffic Court Records - Images
The screenshot below is from the Newton County Clerk's Office page, which outlines clerk responsibilities and provides contact information for traffic and other case types.
The clerk page describes the full range of records maintained in Kentland and gives direct contact details for the Clerk's Office.
The image below comes from the Indiana MyCase portal, the statewide search tool for Newton County traffic court records.
MyCase covers both Newton County courts and gives free public access to case details, court dates, and dispositions.
The screenshot below is from the Indiana Courts local page for Newton County, which lists the courts and judges serving Kentland and the surrounding area.
The judicial branch page confirms active courts and presiding judges in Newton County and provides direct contact numbers for each court.
Legal Help and Driver Record Information
Newton County drivers who want to understand traffic court procedures without hiring an attorney can visit Indiana Legal Help for free guides on infractions and hearings. The Indiana Courts Self-Service Center also has forms and step-by-step guides. For questions about how a traffic case in Newton County affects your license and driving record, go directly to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
Traffic cases are filed in the county where the violation occurred. Use the links below for records in counties bordering Newton.