Search Owen County Traffic Court Records
Owen County traffic court records are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk's office in Spencer, Indiana, under Clerk Diane Stutsman. The county operates two circuit courts handling traffic matters, with Judge Lori Thatcher Quillen presiding over Circuit Court I and Judge Kelsey B. Hanlon over Circuit Court II. All traffic infractions, moving violations, and related court actions in Owen County become part of the public record available through the clerk and the Indiana MyCase online system.
Owen County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Owen County Circuit Court Clerk
The clerk's office is located at 60 S. Main Street, Spencer, IN 47460. Mailing goes to PO Box 146, Spencer, IN 47460. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The office closes for lunch, so plan your visit accordingly. Phone is 812-829-5015.
Owen County has two active circuit courts, which is somewhat unusual for a county of its size. Circuit Court I under Judge Quillen handles one set of case types at 812-829-5030, while Circuit Court II under Judge Hanlon operates at 812-829-5046. Traffic infractions may be assigned to either court. If you are not sure which court holds your case, check MyCase or call the clerk's main line to confirm.
The Owen County Clerk's official department page has the most current contact information, office hours, and guidance for anyone dealing with traffic court matters in Spencer.
The screenshot below is from owencounty.in.gov/departments/clerk, the Owen County Clerk's official department page showing office contact details and guidance for traffic case inquiries.
This page is the official county source for clerk office hours, mailing address, and contact phone numbers for traffic court matters.
Note: The clerk's office closes for lunch each day from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Plan your visit outside those hours to avoid waiting.
Searching Traffic Cases Online
The MyCase portal covers Owen County traffic court records going back several years. Search by name, case number, or citation number to pull up case details. You'll see the charges listed, any scheduled hearings, and the outcome if the case is closed. This is the fastest way to find out where your case stands without making a phone call.
MyCase is Indiana's statewide court records system and is powered by the Odyssey case management platform. Owen County uses this system for all active traffic infractions. New cases generally appear within a few business days of being filed at the courthouse.
For cases not visible in MyCase, or for certified copies of older records, reach out to the clerk's office directly. Some records from the years before the Odyssey transition may require a paper records request. The clerk can guide you through that process.
The screenshot below is from public.courts.in.gov/mycase, Indiana's statewide court records portal where Owen County traffic cases can be searched without creating an account.
MyCase shows real-time case status updates and is the most efficient tool for tracking an Owen County traffic court case without visiting Spencer.
Note: Certain categories of records, including juvenile traffic cases and sealed matters, are excluded from public access in MyCase under Indiana's court access rules.
Paying Fines in Owen County
Owen County uses PayGov.US for online payments. This system accepts debit and credit cards for eligible traffic fines and court costs. You can also pay in person at the courthouse during clerk's office hours or send a mail payment to PO Box 146, Spencer, IN 47460. Confirm your case payment options before you mail anything, since not all case types can be resolved by mail alone.
When in doubt, call 812-829-5015. The clerk can confirm your balance and tell you exactly how to pay for your specific case type.
The statewide Indiana ePay portal may also be an option for some Owen County cases. Check your specific case in MyCase to see what payment options appear. When in doubt, call the clerk at 812-829-5015 to get the right information for your situation.
Traffic fines in Owen County follow the statewide fee schedules set under Indiana Code Title 9. Court costs and other administrative fees are added by the court at the time of disposition.
Note: Owen County has two circuit courts. Traffic citations may be assigned to either one. Check MyCase or ask the clerk to confirm which court has your case.
Legal Help and Deferral Programs
Owen County residents who need legal help with a traffic matter have a few options. The Talk to a Lawyer Hotline connects residents with free legal guidance. Call 888-594-3449 or 812-618-4845. The hotline runs on the first Thursday of each month from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. and on the third Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST. These are walk-in style phone hours, not appointments.
Indiana Legal Help also offers online resources for traffic tickets, driver's license issues, and court procedures. The guides are written for regular people, not lawyers, and cover the most common questions people have after getting a traffic citation in Indiana.
For self-represented cases, the Indiana Courts Self-Service Center provides forms and step-by-step instructions. This resource is good for people who want to contest a citation, request a continuance, or understand what will happen at their court date. The self-service center covers both Circuit Courts in Owen County.
If your traffic case involves a suspension or license reinstatement question, those are handled by the Indiana BMV, not the court clerk. Contact the BMV separately for any license-related matters that go beyond the court record itself.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
Owen County is surrounded by several counties with their own court systems. If your traffic case is from a neighboring county, these links connect you to the right records and clerk offices.