Shelby County Police Records Search

Shelby County police records are maintained by the Shelby County Sheriff's Office in Shelbyville and cover arrests, incident reports, and law enforcement activity in this county southeast of Indianapolis. Indiana state tools provide additional access to criminal history, court data, and public safety registries. This page covers how to request local records, which state resources to use, and what fees and timelines apply in Shelby County.

Shelby County Sheriff's Office

The Shelby County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for the county. Based in Shelbyville, it handles patrol for unincorporated areas and operates the county jail. The office coordinates with the Shelbyville Police Department and smaller town agencies. The sheriff keeps records of all arrests, incidents, and calls for service in the county.

To request records, contact the office by phone or visit in person. The office is on West Taylor Street in Shelbyville. Most requests are handled directly with staff. Call first to confirm what is available and any fees that apply.

• Address: 107 W Taylor St, Shelbyville, IN
• Phone: (317) 392-6345
• Website: in.gov/counties/shelby

The Indiana state county page for Shelby has contact information for the sheriff and other county offices. Use it to confirm current hours and any updates to record request procedures.

Visit the Shelby County government page for sheriff contact details and local government resources.

The Shelby County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement and record-keeping for this growing county southeast of Indianapolis along Interstate 74.

Shelby County Criminal History Records

The Indiana State Police operates the Limited Criminal History (LCH) system. It is the main tool for background checks in Indiana. The LCH pulls conviction data from all 92 counties, including Shelby County.

Online searches cost $15.70. Mail-in requests are $7 and take longer. The online system returns results quickly. The LCH covers felony and misdemeanor convictions. It does not include arrests without conviction, juvenile records, or sealed files.

For Shelby County-specific records from a particular incident or arrest, contact the sheriff's office or the Shelbyville Police Department. The LCH gives statewide conviction history, not case-level detail from individual events.

Shelby County Police Records Request Process

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) gives everyone the right to request public records from government agencies. This includes police incident reports and arrest logs held by the Shelby County Sheriff. Requests can be submitted in person or in writing.

Be specific. Include the date, location, and type of record. Agencies must respond within 7 days. There may be a small copying fee. If a record is withheld, you get a written explanation citing the specific legal reason.

For records from the Indiana State Police, use the ISP APRA portal. This handles ISP records separately from local requests. Exemptions include active investigations, juvenile records, and certain personal data.

Court Records in Shelby County

Shelby County is served by the Shelby Circuit Court and Shelby Superior Court. Case filings and court records are searchable for free through Indiana's MyCase portal. Search by name or case number to find criminal and civil filings.

Court records and police records are separate things. Police records document the incident. Court records begin when charges are formally filed. Both can be relevant when researching a legal matter. Use MyCase to find the case number, then contact the sheriff to request the related police report if needed.

Some older records may not appear in MyCase and will require a visit to the Shelby County Circuit Court Clerk's office in Shelbyville.

Sex Offender Registry and Protection Orders

Registered sex offenders in Shelby County appear in Indiana's public registry at iCrimeWatch. Search by name, city, or ZIP code to find offenders in Shelbyville and nearby communities. The registry includes photos, addresses, and offense details when available.

Active protection orders in Indiana are public records. Search the Indiana Protection Order Registry by name at any time. This covers both civil and criminal protection orders statewide. The registry is maintained by the Indiana Supreme Court and is free to search.

Crash Reports

Traffic crash reports from Shelby County can be purchased through BuyCrash. Interstate 74 runs through Shelby County, so the Indiana State Police handles many highway crashes. BuyCrash covers both ISP and local agency reports. Reports are typically ready within a few days of filing.

For crashes on local roads, contact the Shelby County Sheriff or Shelbyville Police. Have the crash date, location, and names of those involved ready. Reports are often needed quickly for insurance or legal purposes.

Nearby Counties

Shelby County is southeast of Indianapolis. It borders Rush, Hancock, Marion, Johnson, Bartholomew, and Decatur counties.