Randolph County Traffic Court Records Search
Randolph County traffic court records are maintained by Clerk Rene S. Hines at the courthouse in Winchester, Indiana. The county operates two courts: the Circuit Court under Judge Andrew D. Zook and the Superior Court under Judge Marianne Slone. Both courts handle traffic infractions and related matters filed in Randolph County, and all records are searchable through Indiana's public MyCase portal or available directly from the clerk's office in Winchester.
Randolph County Traffic Court Quick Facts
Randolph County Clerk's Office
Clerk Rene S. Hines operates the courthouse at 100 S. Main Street, Winchester, IN 47394. The fax number is 765-584-8659. The clerk's office processes traffic case filings, collects fines and court costs, maintains the official case docket for both courts, and issues certified copies of records when requested. If you need to know which court has your case, ask the clerk when you call, and have your citation or case number ready.
Randolph County has two active courts that may each handle traffic matters. The Circuit Court under Judge Zook and the Superior Court under Judge Slone split the county's caseload. In counties with two courts, traffic infractions may be assigned to either court depending on workload and case type. The MyCase portal will show you which court has your case once the filing is processed, or you can call the clerk's office directly to confirm.
Randolph County sits along Indiana's eastern border with Ohio. US 27 runs through Winchester, and Route 36 crosses the county as well. The traffic volume on these corridors contributes to a regular flow of citations through the courthouse each year.
The Indiana Courts local directory for Randolph County provides an official overview of both courts, the judges, and the clerk's contact details. The Randolph County government website at co.randolph.in.us covers other county departments you may need to contact.
The screenshot below is from in.gov/courts/local/randolph-county, the Indiana Judicial Branch directory page listing Randolph County's court structure, judge assignments, and clerk contact details.
This is the official Indiana Judicial Branch page for Randolph County and is updated to reflect current judge assignments and clerk contact details.
Note: Randolph County has two courts. If you are not sure which one has your traffic case, check MyCase or call 765-584-0700 and give the clerk your citation number.
Searching Traffic Records Online
The MyCase portal is the main online tool for searching Randolph County traffic court records. The portal is free to use and does not require an account for basic searches. Enter a name, case number, or citation number to find active and closed cases from both courts in Winchester. Results show the charges, scheduled dates, and dispositions for resolved cases.
MyCase is powered by the Odyssey case management system that Indiana courts use statewide. Randolph County cases are entered into Odyssey as they are filed, and they typically appear in MyCase within a few business days. If a citation is not showing up, a short delay is normal. Call the clerk at 765-584-0700 if the case is missing after a week or more.
For older Randolph County traffic records that are not in MyCase, a paper records request to the clerk's office is the next step. The clerk can tell you what years of records are digitized and what format older records are in. Certified copies of court records are available for a fee set by the clerk.
The screenshot below is from public.courts.in.gov/mycase, Indiana's statewide public court portal where Randolph County traffic records from both the Circuit and Superior Courts can be searched without visiting Winchester.
MyCase covers all publicly accessible Randolph County traffic records and lets you search both courts in a single query without visiting Winchester.
Note: Records involving sealed cases or juvenile traffic matters are not accessible in MyCase and require a formal records request from the clerk's office with proper documentation.
Paying Fines and Court Costs
Randolph County offers several payment options for traffic fines and court costs. Online payment through the statewide Indiana ePay portal is available for eligible cases. In-person payment at 100 S. Main Street in Winchester is accepted during clerk's office hours. Mail payments go to the same address. Always verify your case is eligible for online or mail payment before skipping an in-person visit.
Traffic fine amounts in Randolph County follow the statewide fee schedules established under Indiana Code Title 9. Court costs and administrative fees are added by the court at the time of disposition. The total amount due will be higher than the base fine on your citation. Call 765-584-0700 with your case number to get the exact balance before you make a payment.
Have your case number ready when you call. That single step speeds up every interaction with the clerk's office.
If you want to set up a payment plan or ask about deferral options, contact the clerk's office first and ask who handles those arrangements in Randolph County. In some counties, the prosecutor manages deferrals while the clerk manages payment plans. Knowing who to call saves time and avoids confusion.
Note: Wait five to fourteen days after receiving a ticket before attempting to pay online. New cases may not appear in the payment system right away.
Legal Resources and Self-Help
Traffic infractions in Indiana are civil cases, not criminal ones. Still, the effects on your driving record and insurance can be significant, especially if you have prior violations or are in a situation where a suspension is possible. Taking time to understand your options is worth it.
Indiana Legal Help is a free resource for Randolph County residents. The site covers traffic tickets, license issues, court procedures, and more. It's written for regular people without legal training and can help you understand what you're facing before your court date in Winchester.
The Indiana Courts Self-Service Center offers forms and guides for people who plan to handle their own traffic cases. This is helpful if you want to contest a citation, request a continuance, or simply know what to expect when you appear before a Randolph County judge. The forms are standard Indiana court forms that apply to all Indiana courts including Winchester's Circuit and Superior Courts.
For driver's license status questions, points on your driving record, or reinstatement matters, contact the Indiana BMV. These are separate from court records and must be handled through the BMV directly. The Indiana Courts public records page explains what records are accessible under Indiana's court access rules and how to request materials that are not online.
Nearby Counties - Traffic Court Records
Randolph County is in eastern Indiana along the Ohio border. If your traffic case is from a neighboring county, these links connect you to the right records page.