CARMEL PUBLIC RECORDS

What Are Carmel City Public Records?

Under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act, public records include information maintained, stored, created, or utilized by government agencies in the exercise of their public function. Not all public records in Carmel City may be accessible to members of the public. Some records may be restricted by federal or state legislation as well as court orders. Some examples of exempted records include:

• Trade secrets
• Licensing information
• Academic research
• Personal files of employees etc.

Carmel City Crime Statistics

The Carmel Police Department produces an annual report on their operations within the city in the year and this report includes the crime statistics for the year. In the year 2019, the city recorded 11 rapes and nine robberies. Having not recorded any murders in the years 2015 through to 2018, the city recorded two murders in 2019. There were 209 assault cases, 52 burglaries, and 684 instances of simple theft. There were 68 thefts of motor vehicles and three arson incidents. Compared to 2018, there were increases to all the property crimes with incidences of theft seeing the largest increase - from 603 to 684. However, violent crimes within the city all witnessed drops except for murder which had its first two cases in four years.

Are Carmel City Criminal Records Public?

Carmel City criminal records are generally public records that may be accessed by any member of the public. These include information on the criminal history of individuals such as, arrests, convictions, etc. However, not all criminal records in the city may be accessible to members of the public. Records of juveniles may not be accessible to unauthorized people. The court may also seal or expunge a record, and if this is done, the record custodian may deny access. Interested persons may contact the Carmel Police Department or Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office for local criminal history information or get statewide criminal records from the Indiana State Police (ISP).

How to Obtain Carmel City Police Reports and Arrest Records?

The Carmel Police Department grants the public access to police reports and arrest records as provided under the IAPRA. Carmel City arrest records and police arrest reports may only be obtainable in person. Interested persons should visit the Police lobby on weekdays between 8 00 a.m. and 6 00 p.m. at:

3 Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: (317) 571-2500

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Carmel City

Individuals may find information on sex offenders in Carmel City using the offender search tool provided by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO). Interested persons may search for sex offenders in an area by providing the following:

• City
• Address
• Zip

Users may also register for email alerts, and notifications will be sent out if a registered offender moves in within a stated radius.

An interested person may also contact the Indiana Department of Correction for inquiries on sex offenders. Contact the department by mail, phone, or fax at:

Indiana Department of Correction
Attn: Indiana Sex and Violent Offender Registry
302 W. Washington St.
Indiana Government Center South, E329
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2038
Phone: (317) 232-1232
Fax: (317) 234-1953

How to Find Carmel City Inmate Records

Inmates in Carmel City are kept at the Hamilton County Jail, maintained by the HCSO. Interested persons may find current inmates at the jail by using the online search tool provided by the Sheriff’s Office. Users may have to provide:

• The inmate’s name
• Subject number
• Booking number
• The date the booking started
• The date the booking is to end
• The facility the inmate is housed

Alternatively, users may scroll through the list of persons provided on the page. The list shows the names, pictures, scheduled release dates, and sex of the inmates.

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Carmel City Jail?

Inmates at the Hamilton County jail facilities may be visited onsite or through remote visitation. All visitors must register online to schedule a visit. Intending visitors may also use the approved third-party application to book. Inmates are eligible for one free visit of 30 minutes a week. Additional visits may be purchased for $5 99 per 20-minute session. Only a maximum of three additional visit sessions may be purchased per day. Only a maximum of four persons may visit an inmate at a time. The combination of persons for the visits may be structured in any way, but at least one adult must always be present at a visit.

On-site visits are on weekdays between 11 a. m. and 6 30 p.m. Remote visits can be scheduled for Monday to Saturday between 9 a.m. and 4 30 p.m. or on Sundays between 11 a. m. and 8 40 p.m.

Court Records

Carmel has a city court that handles criminal misdemeanor cases, traffic infractions, and ordinance violations. Hamilton County has a Circuit Court that serves the entire county as the trial court of the county.

Location of Courts in Carmel City

Carmel City Court
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: (317) 571-2440
Fax: (317) 846-0835

Hamilton County Circuit Court
1 Hamilton County Square
Noblesville, IN 46060
(317) 776-8589

Are Carmel City Court Records Public?

Carmel Court records are accessible to the public unless specifically restricted by a court order or legislation by the state or federal government. Certain court records, such as juvenile delinquency records are restricted and are only accessible by authorized persons.

Can You Look Up Carmel City Court Records Online?

The Hamilton County Circuit Court provides online access to annual court judgment dockets and some small claims court judgments. Interested persons may search for cases extending back to 2016 for Circuit Court judgments and 2015 for small claims judgments. Circuit Court cases may be found using the Mycase.IN.gov platform. Cases may be found using the attorney number or name, case number, citation number, or case name.

How to Obtain Carmel City Civil Court Case Records?

Interested persons may obtain Carmel City civil court records by visiting the trial court in person. Interested persons may obtain non-restricted court records from the clerk of court at:

Carmel City Court
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032

Circuit Court civil case records may be obtained by visiting the Hamilton County clerk’s office. Interested persons may visit the clerk on any weekday between 8 00 a.m. and 4 30 p.m. at:

1 Hamilton County Square
Suite 106
Noblesville, IN 46060

How to Obtain Carmel City Criminal Court Case Records?

Carmel city criminal court records are available at the Hamilton County clerk’s office. Interested persons may send a written request or visit the clerk at

1 Hamilton County Square
Suite 106
Noblesville, IN 46060

Alternatively, individuals may visit the trial court to obtain criminal records.

What Are Carmel City Vital Records?

Carmel’s vital records are government-generated documents that detail important life events, such as births, marriages, death, and divorces which are maintained by the government. Vital records may be accessible by all members of the public or restricted under the law. Most records may be obtained from the County authorities or the state authorities.

Where and How to Obtain Carmel City Divorce Records

Carmel City divorce records are not maintained by the state and copies may only be accessible through the County Clerk. Interested persons may find information on the divorce, such as the case records online using the Case search portal but will need to apply for a copy of the divorce decree in person. A certified copy of the divorce decree may be issued by the clerk on weekdays between 8 00 a.m. and 4 30 p.m. at

1 Hamilton County Square
Suite 106
Noblesville, IN 46060

Where and How to Get Public Carmel City Marriage Records

Carmel City marriage records are available at the County Clerk Office. To obtain marriage records, interested parties may send a request to the county clerk at:

Hamilton County Clerk’s Office,
One Hamilton County Square,
Suite 106,
Attn: Marriage Records,
Noblesville, IN 46060

The request must contain the following information

• Current and past names of both parties
• Daytime contact number or email address
• Date of marriage
• The correct fee (cash or money order only)
• A self-addressed and stamped envelope

Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Carmel City

All marriages in Indiana state are public marriages, and marriage records may be accessible to members of the public unless sealed by a court order.

Where and How to Find Carmel City Birth Records

Carmel City birth records are not accessible by all members of the public. Interested persons must be able to demonstrate an entitlement, proof of relationship, or legal interest. Under the law, only the following persons may access birth records:

• The adult registrant (if the registrant is below 18, a copy of the parent or legal guardian’s ID and written permission to obtain the record must be presented)
• Spouse (with marriage certificate)
• Parents
• Child /grandchild of at least 18 years (with the birth certificate of self/parents)
• Legal guardian (with valid guardianship papers)
• Grandparents (with a birth certificate showing the registrant’s parents on it)
• Siblings (with a birth certificate showing that they have the same parents)
• Aunt/uncle (with the birth certificate of parents and self)
• Stepparents (with evidence of authorization from one of the parties above and the identification of the authorizer)
• A Social agency ( with work identification and court-appointed documents or signed authorization from the client.
• An attorney (with direct interest spelled out in letterhead or court documents)
• State or federal agencies (with direct interest spelled out in letterhead, court documents, or authorization from clients)

Any of the above persons may obtain the record from the Indiana Department of Health online, by mail, or over the phone at the cost of $10 (first copy) and $4 (each additional copy).

An interested party may obtain a copy of a birth certificate from the department online. Otherwise, call the toll-free number, available all week at any time of the day, on (866) 601-0891, and make payment through credit card. A requester may also send in a completed request form alongside a check or money order of the required fee and a valid identification by mail to:

Indiana State Department of Health,
Vital Records,
2 North Meridian Street,
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Carmel City birth certificates may also be obtained from the Hamilton County Clerk. Interested eligible persons may send a copy of a completed application form to the county clerk through the post. The application must contain a self-addressed envelope and cash or money order of $15 to:

Hamilton County Health Department
18030 Foundation Drive,
Suite A
Noblesville, IN 46060

Note that any application for a birth record to either agency must be accompanied by a copy of a valid photo ID.

Where and How to Find Carmel City Death Records

Carmel City death records are equally restricted. Persons authorized to obtain death records are:

• Parents
• Spouse
• Aunts/Uncles
• Grandparents
• Children (over 18 years old)
• Adult Niece/Nephew
• Adult Grandchildren
• Siblings
• Legal Interest (Must provide proof of legal relationship; i.e. contract, agreements, titles, court order)
• An assigned Funeral Home/Director (Must show direct interest on a letterhead)

The Indiana Department of Health provides access to death records online, by mail, or over the phone at a cost of $8 for the first copy. Additional copies will cost $4.

Eligible parties should call the toll-free number (866) 601-0891 to order a certificate (available 24/7). Alternatively, a completed request form alongside a check or money order of the required fee and a valid photo ID may be sent to:

Indiana State Department of Health,
Vital Records,
2 North Meridian Street,
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Interested persons may also obtain Carmel City death records from the Hamilton County Clerk. A completed Death Certificate Application Form should be sent to the county clerk at:

Hamilton County Health Department
18030 Foundation Drive,
Suite A
Noblesville, IN 46060

Requesters must include a self-addressed envelope, payment of the $15 application fee (by either cash or money order), and a copy of a valid photo ID.