Search Posey County Traffic Court Records
Posey County traffic court records are maintained by Clerk Kay Kilgore at the courthouse in Mt. Vernon, Indiana. The county has both a Circuit Court and a Superior Court handling traffic matters. Posey County publishes detailed fine schedules for traffic violations and offers a structured infraction deferral program through the prosecutor's office. For anyone dealing with a traffic citation in this far-southwest Indiana county, the clerk's office has everything you need to resolve your case.
Posey County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Posey County Clerk's Office
Clerk Kay Kilgore can be reached at kay.kilgore@poseycountyin.gov. The Circuit Court clerk's office is at 300 Main Street, Room 115, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CST. The Superior Court is located at 126 E. Third Street, Room 133, in the same city. Chief Deputies Donna Curtis and Jaime Simpson assist with day-to-day operations.
The traffic department phone number is 812-838-1306. This is the best number to call if you have questions about a traffic case, want to confirm a fine balance, or need to find out the status of your case before a court date. The clerk's office handles all payment collection for traffic fines and court costs and maintains the official docket for both courts.
Payment options at Posey County include cash, money order, cashier's check, and major credit cards with a 2.6% processing fee (minimum $1.00). Personal checks are not accepted. Mail payments go to 300 Main Street, Room 115, Mount Vernon, IN 47620. The county does not accept personal checks under any circumstances, so plan accordingly if you intend to mail a payment.
The screenshot below is from poseycountyin.gov/county-offices/clerks-office, the Posey County Clerk's official page with staff listings, office hours, and contact details for traffic court matters.
The clerk's page lists current staff, office hours, and contact details for all court-related matters in Posey County including traffic cases.
Posey County Traffic Fine Schedule
Posey County publishes a specific fine schedule for traffic violations. General traffic violations cost $150.00. Speeding fines increase based on how far over the limit you were going: 1 to 15 mph over is $150, 16 to 20 mph over is $155, 21 to 25 mph over is $160, 26 to 30 mph over is $165, and 31 or more mph over is $170. Seatbelt violations carry a fine of $25.00.
These fines are the base amounts set locally. Additional court costs under Indiana Code Title 9 and administrative fees may be added on top of these amounts at the time of disposition. If you want to confirm the exact total for your specific citation, call the traffic department at 812-838-1306 before your court date.
The screenshot below is from poseycountyin.gov/county-offices/clerks-office/traffic-department, the Posey County traffic department page with local fine amounts and payment guidance.
This traffic department page is specific to Posey County and gives you local fine amounts, payment rules, and guidance on what to do after receiving a citation.
Note: Posey County does not accept personal checks for fine payments. Bring cash, a money order, a cashier's check, or a major credit card.
Infraction Deferral Program
Deferral keeps a violation off your driving record if you meet the terms set by the prosecutor. It costs $192.50 in Posey County.
Posey County offers an infraction deferral program for eligible traffic violations. The deferral fee is $192.50. To qualify, you must have no moving violations in the past two years. CDL holders are not eligible for the deferral program. To apply, contact the Posey County Prosecutor's office and ask for Kaitlyn or Madison. Their number is 812-838-1337, Option 1.
A deferral means the violation does not go on your driving record if you meet the terms set by the prosecutor's office, which typically include staying violation-free for a set period. This can be worth pursuing if you have a clean record and want to keep it that way. Contact the prosecutor's office early, before your scheduled court date, to find out if your citation qualifies.
Traffic court dates in Posey County are scheduled on specific days. Court sessions are held at 4:30 p.m. at the Courthouse, 300 Main Street. Dates for 2024 include August 26, September 30, October 28, November 25, and December 16. Check with the clerk if you need to confirm the next scheduled date or if you need a continuance.
Note: Deferral is handled by the prosecutor's office, not the clerk. Contact 812-838-1337, Option 1, for deferral questions. The clerk handles payment and records only.
Searching Posey County Traffic Records Online
The MyCase portal covers all Posey County traffic court records that are available to the public. Search by name, citation number, or case number to find active and closed traffic cases from both the Circuit and Superior Courts in Mt. Vernon. The system shows charges, hearing dates, and dispositions once a case has been resolved by the court.
The screenshot below is from public.courts.in.gov/mycase, Indiana's public court search portal covering all Posey County traffic records from both the Circuit and Superior Courts.
MyCase is the statewide portal for Indiana traffic records and covers both Posey County courts in a single search interface.
The Indiana Courts local directory for Posey County has the official court structure listing, including judge names and clerk contact details. This page is maintained by the Indiana Judicial Branch.
For residents who need free legal assistance with traffic matters, Indiana Legal Help has resources specifically for specialized driving privileges, which can be relevant if your license has been suspended as a result of a traffic violation. The Talk to a Lawyer Hotline is another option: call 888-594-3449 or 812-618-4845. Hours are the first Thursday of each month, 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., and the third Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST.
For license-related questions beyond the court record, contact the Indiana BMV. The Posey County Clerk handles case records and payments only.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
Posey County sits at the far southwest corner of Indiana near the Illinois border. If your traffic case is from a nearby county, these links connect you to the right records and clerk offices.