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Find Cass County public records for free and uncover information needed for personal purposes.

Public records include arrest, probation, prisoner, court, criminal, birth, death, marriage, divorce, property, and active warrants. Background checks may also prove helpful in discovering more about an individual, but it’s important that searchers know where to look.

Thankfully, many databases provide free and thorough information under Indiana’s Access to Public Records Act and the federal Freedom of Information Act. Citizens can utilize this resource to seek free public information as a way to empower and protect themselves and guidance on how to view and acquire each of these record types in Cass County, Indiana.

How To See Who’s in a Cass County Jail & the Reason for the Arrest for Free

Hearing by word of mouth or learning about it in a news story aren’t the only ways to find out if someone has gotten arrested, especially while trying to discover more about a past event.

There are several agencies from which you can get this information, starting locally within the county, such as via the Cass County Jail, as it’s the option most likely to have relevant details. Additional options include town or city police departments and jails where the arrest may have occurred.

Make sure to have as many specific details as possible readily available about the individual, such as their name, their date of birth where the arrest might have happened, and when, as it can help with obtaining arrest details. It can also help differentiate between two similar individuals, such as if they have the same name, are the same gender, and are the same age.

Determine if Someone Got Arrested & Taken to the Cass County Jail

When trying to determine if someone got arrested and taken to Cass County Jail, starting with county-level records is often the ideal tactic. It puts you right at the heart of the search in the place where the person likely was arrested.

In this case, the best option is to either go to the Cass County Jail in person or call them. Make sure to call for current operational hours to determine when someone will be there to help with the request. Sending an email may be possible, but it will typically require a longer wait time for answers.

Visiting hours are every day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., making it a good time to go if you suspect or have already determined that your loved one was arrested.

To determine if someone has gotten arrested in Cass County, try contacting the jail using the information below:

Cass County Jail
100 Court Park
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574.753.7800
Fax: 574.753.7816

Inmate visits are daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Remote and in-person inmate visits are available.

Alternatively, searchers can contact the Case County Sheriff’s Office for more insight into an arrest or incident via the following contact details:

Cass County Sheriff’s Office
100 Court Park
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574.753.7800
Fax: 574.753.7816 / 574.753.8572

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Perform a Police Records Lookup & Find Recent Bookings Through Police Departments in Cass County

Contacting police departments or searching through available public records online for certain cities and towns within Cass County may prove advantageous. Some municipal police departments that citizens can begin their search with are found below with their contact information:

Logansport Police Department
601 East Broadway
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574-753-4101

Galveston Police Department
302 E Jackson St
Galveston, Indiana 46932

Phone: 574-699-6664
Fax: 574-699-6784

Walton Police Department
Located in Walton Town Hall
100 Depot Street
Walton, IN 46994

Phone: 574-626-3303

To look up additional records of arrests, use “[city name] [state] arrest records” when using the search engine of your choice. 

For instance, if there’s a chance someone may have gotten arrested out of Logansport, put “Logansport Indiana arrest records.” It can help significantly narrow down the options and make the most helpful resources rise to the top of the list.

How To Execute a Free Public Criminal History Check in Cass County

There are multiple types of public criminal records available. They may be accessible via several agencies, such as the Indiana Department of Corrections or the Sheriff’s Department.

Whether searching to see if there are warrants out for someone’s arrest, learning about criminal charges and probation, doing a background check, or seeing if an individual living in the area is on the state sex offender registry, all can help with learning more about a person’s past and present and getting an idea about their potential future.

However, it’s important to keep in mind that any information obtained is only for personal knowledge and should not be requested as a method of doing something to or against another person.

View Prior Charges & Criminal Convictions Through the Indiana Judicial Branch for Free

A great place to learn more about prior charges and criminal convictions is to use the free search feature from the Indiana Judicial Branch. Users can search by case, name, and attorney, and anyone can access the information.

Ideally, it’s best to search by name when starting the search for some criminal history information about a specific individual. Start with as little information as a first and last name, but the more information entered, the better (and more filtered down/specific) the search results will be.

After entering in basic identifiers, go to the dropdown feature next to “Court” and select “Cass County.” You can then limit the search to “criminal and citation” if you’re looking for information about prior charges and criminal convictions. Search results (if any) will appear, detailing the court, case type, when it was filed, the status, the charges, and the parties.

How To Perform a Free Warrant Search in Cass County Indiana

Please note that warrant information may not be available or accessible, especially if the case is considered confidential.

The Cass County Sheriff’s Department may be able to provide information about warrants issued in the county.¹ Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm.

Another option for doing a warrant search in Indiana is to use the search feature via the Indiana Judicial Branch. There’s no option to specifically search for a warrant, but individuals can go to “Start Searching” and then “Search Cases.” Enter the applicable information to pull up relevant court cases.

Any relevant warrants will be detailed in the respective case summaries by clicking on each link. Using a shortcut, such as by simultaneously pressing CTRL+F and searching for the word “warrant,” can be beneficial and prevent you from having to read through the entire summary.

To do a records search specifically in the city of Logansport, Indiana, contact the Records Section to determine if obtaining warrant information is possible via a public records request and/or local background check.

Contact the Logansport Police Department for details. The Records Division is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How To Conduct a Probationer Search in Cass County Indiana

Probation occurs after a person gets out of jail or prison or it’s issued in place of it, depending on the circumstances. It’s a particular amount of time, specific according to the individual, when a probation officer monitors the behavior of the person. If that person violates the terms of their probation, they may end up incarcerated.

Probationer information may not be readily available to anyone but that individual. Details depend on each case.

However, there are typically multiple options for doing a probationer search to see what information is available, including contacting the Cass County Probation Department, which is open from Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. You may also want to consider stopping by in person at their High Street location in Logansport.

Another potential option is perusing the previously mentioned search feature offered by the Indiana Judicial Branch.⁴ Make sure to enter “Cass County” in the court dropdown menu. Check next to “parties,” or use the CTRL+F option, for cases mentioning probation.

Click on the link detailing the case for a full summary, including about probation, if any information is available and accessible.

Cass County Probation Department
520 High Street
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: (574)-753-7780
Fax: (574)-722-5501

Obtaining a Cass County Background Check & Report

There are several reasons someone may request a background check on another individual, including if they’re considering renting an apartment to the person, considering them for a job, or looking into someone who may be a potential romantic partner.

However, it’s important to do a background check legally, and that often involves first getting written consent from that person, especially if it’s for professional purposes.

Regarding personal background checks, public records often provide the information needed for some form of background check. Third-party providers are available to offer search features, and various agencies, such as those in this resource, may also provide relevant information.

Researching through records that are public in Indiana usually means consent isn’t necessary to get from the individual.

Any information a searcher gets through research efforts cannot be used for any type of illegal reason. Blackmail, harassment, and stalking are only some of the reasons why someone should not use any information they get through public records searches. It’s also important not to obtain this information on behalf of another person.

For instance, it’s ideal not to do any type of background check on one person at the request of another. That person may turn around and use it for unlawful purposes, putting the subject at risk for possible harm.

Regarding professional background checks, an individual may run a professional background check on another person for a multitude of reasons. In addition to the previously mentioned housing and employment, other motivations may range from the person wanting to obtain a firearm to volunteering with the vulnerable, such as children and the elderly. Companies and organizations want to protect themselves and others with whom the applicant may come in contact.

Background checks that are name-based are at a level 1, while ones based on fingerprints are at a level 2. The latter is typically more comprehensive.

There are legal stipulations involved with obtaining a background check and using the information in one, especially for landlords/renters and employers/employees/applicants. For instance, discriminatory practices as a result of this information aren’t allowed and are immoral and illegal. Four key pieces of information to keep in mind about background checks include:

• Employers in Indiana must obtain consent from applicants before doing a background check. Consent must be in written form and not verbal.
• Individuals who feel something is incorrect in their background check can dispute the information. It needs to get done officially and through the appropriate channels and agencies.
• Individuals who feel an employer or potential employer discriminated against them can file a formal complaint. Contact the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for additional information. Reach them by calling 800-669-4000 or by contacting:

Indianapolis District Office
101 West Ohio St, Ste. 1900
Indianapolis, IN 46204

• Individuals wishing to expunge their criminal records may have options. The Indiana State Police site’s Expunge Criminal History section provides valuable information on how to go about it.⁵ However, keep in mind it’s ideal to do research from the site regarding the process but to contact a lawyer for specific assistance.

The Indiana State Police Expungement Section is available by calling 317-234-4427.

The Logansport Police Department takes local background check requests via its Records Department, which is open on weekdays except for holidays. There is a fee for the information. Information isn’t available about minors.

Logansport Police Department
Records Department City Bldg.,
601 East Broadway
Logansport, Indiana 46947

In-person: Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email for form submission: [email protected]
Fax: 574-753-0513

The Indiana State Police has an Indiana Criminal History Services section on its website for those who want to do a “limited criminal history search,” which includes state-based information about misdemeanor (Class A) and felony arrests.⁶ A more in-depth state option is the “Fingerprint-based Indiana Full Criminal History.”⁷ The fingerprint option is also offered on a national level, providing information about individuals from states across the United States.

There are fees involved with each; non-subscribers are charged $16.32 per search, and subscribers are charged $15.

An individual may be able to obtain their own criminal history for their own records or if it’s at the request of someone else, such as an employer. You will likely be asked on the form you’ll need to fill out the reason for the request.

If you’re getting fingerprinted, after you enter your information online, including your zip code, you’ll be provided with one or more sites near you where you can get the fingerprinting done.

Make sure to have on hand any identifying documents that they request, such as a government-issued ID.

How To Check Criminal Records in Indiana via State & Federal Agencies

In addition to county agencies, there are many other ways to check criminal records in Indiana such as state and federal agencies, which provide information throughout all of Indiana. From perusing through state-level libraries to national federal prison records, interested parties can find a significant amount of information.

Before searching for Indiana state records, it’s important to be aware of the House Enrolled Act 1482 and how it may impact what search results are and aren’t available.⁸ For instance, some criminals, like murderers, can’t seal their records, making it likely searchers will be able to find this information.

Indiana Judicial Branch: Public Records: Request court documents (free) pertaining to criminal and citation court cases in Cass County. Information about other types of cases, including probate, civil, and family matters, is also available.

Indiana Supreme Court Law Library:⁹ Search protection orders, court cases, marriage licenses, etc. (free).

Indiana Legacy – Indiana State Library:¹⁰ Records include newspaper, death, military, divorce, and more. For assistance, contact the Indiana State Library at:

140 North Senate Ave.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Phone: 317.232.3675
Toll Free: 866.683.0008

Indiana State Police – Limited Criminal History Search:¹¹ Find class A misdemeanor record arrests and felony arrests in Indiana (fee required).

Sex and Violent Offender Registry: Search in Cass County for sex and violent offenders (free) and view all published sex and violent offenders in Cass County (free).

Indiana Department of Corrections Incarcerated Individual Locator: Search by first and last name (free) or DOC number (free). Details are available about individuals who are part of the state system.

National Sex Offender Registry: Find by name or location (free).

Federal Bureau of Prisons – Find an Inmate: Look by name or number (free). Includes federal prisoner information from 1982 to the current year.

How To Find Cass County Court Records & Cases

Public court cases in Cass County may be obtained online or in person through the court houses below:

Cass County Indiana: Circuit Court
200 Court Park, Rm 211
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574.753.7730
Fax: 574.753.3596

Cass County Indiana: Superior Courts
Superior Court 1
Cass County Government Bldg.
200 Court Park, Rm 401
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574.753.7735
Fax: 574.753.7845

Superior Court 2
Cass County Government Bldg.
200 Court Park, Rm 413 (court) Rm 411 (office)
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: 574.735.6841
Fax: 574.732.2519

Understanding case numbering is useful while searching public records by case number. The types of cases and their respective abbreviations are also available.¹⁶

The Circuit Court, Superior Court 1, and Superior Court 2 handle different types of cases in Cass County. For instance, adoption cases are overseen strictly in the Circuit Court, infractions are managed only in Superior Court 2 and small claims are only in Superior Court 1. Some cases, like murder and criminal misdemeanors, are taken care of in all three in Cass County.

Most types of cases are handled in the Circuit Court, followed by Superior Court 1 and then Superior Court 2.

It can also be possible to search court records on a city, state, and federal level. For example, the Indiana Judicial Branch offers a search feature for court cases, while Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) can help with looking through cases on a federal level.

How To Access Vital Records (Marriage, Divorce, Birth & Death) in Cass County

Vital records have to do with significant events in a person’s life. There are several reasons why someone may choose to search and/or obtain vital records such as marriage records, divorce decrees, and birth and death certificates.

For instance, they might be applying for a job, signing up for school buying property, or need it for specific financial institutions.

Cass County makes accessing vital records smooth and seamless for its residents. Anyone can obtain the documents they need. The Vital Records Office is in charge of marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, divorce, and other documents. Another option to consider is the Indiana Department of Health.

It is important to keep in mind that obtaining these records has a corresponding fee.

With the proper information, obtaining Cass County public records regarding vital information is stress free. The office aims to give people access while protecting sensitive information.

Search Cass County Marital Records (Marriage, Divorce & Dissolution of Marriage) Through the Indiana Department of Health

If the couple was married or divorced in Cass County, searchers can contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court to determine if the records are available.¹⁷

Cass County Government Building Annex
200 Court Park, Room 407
Logansport, IN 46947

Phone: (574)-753-7740
Fax: (574)-753-6147

Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m

Genealogy sites may also provide information about marriage and divorce records in Cass County. This can be helpful for individuals who know bits and pieces about the people they’re searching for without having all the details needed to do a complete search.

The Indiana Department of Health has free online search links available for finding marriage information within the state.¹⁸ The Indiana Courts Marriage License Public Lookup link provides free information about many couples who married in the state in 1993 and after.

There are also two links to Indiana marriage databases via the Indiana State Library. One link is for marriage records through 1850, while another link is for marriages from 1958 to 2021. An additional link is for submitting a request for buying (for $8) a copy of a marriage record.

A separate database is available for searching Indiana divorce records.

Track Down Birth & Death Records via the Cass County Health Department

The Vital Records Department of Cass County offers birth certificates, death certificates, and genealogy searches, as well as amendments and paternity affidavits.²⁰

Records start in 1882, so it goes far back enough to provide a good starting point for research. Birth certificate and death certificate requests are each $10, while genealogy searches are each $5.

There are English request forms and Spanish request forms available.

Requests and identifying documentation can be mailed to:

Cass County Vital Records Dept.
1616 Smith Street
Logansport, Indiana 46947

The vital records department is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Indiana State Library Indiana Legacy website also offers a free search feature for looking up birth and death records. Please note that this is for viewing online records only, not for obtaining a hard copy record.

How To Review Property Ownership & Property Taxes in Cass County IN for Free

The Cass County Recorder’s Office is in charge of the records of permanent public lands in the area.²² These records, which date back to 1829, are available to the public.

Cass County Government Building
200 Court Park, Rm 102
Logansport, Indiana 46947

Phone: 574.753.7810
Fax: 574.735.0712

They’re open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Indiana Archives and Records Administration offers extensive information about land records. Native American land records are also available.

For information about properties that are–or were previously–owned by the state, the State Land Office can be of assistance.

Indiana Government Center South
402 West Washington Street, Rm W-264
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Property tax information is accessible via the Department of Local Government Finance:

Department of Local Government Finance
100 North Senate N-1058B
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Phone: (317)-232-3777

Understanding Your Rights & Using Cass County Public Records Responsibly

There’s a distinct line between using public records correctly for legitimate reasons and for inappropriate (and/or illegal) reasons. Employers in charge of hiring should also be aware of current hiring practices to protect themselves and the company and to ensure applicants and employees are being treated fairly.

For example, in Indiana, employers cannot do a background check on an applicant without first getting their written consent (verbal only isn’t acceptable). However, they can’t ask about any type of restricted records or ones that have been sealed. Because laws are often changing, it’s essential to continuously reevaluate and review current hiring laws and practices on a local, state, and federal level.

Information for landlords and employers that may be of use includes:

Federal Trade Commission FTC Facts for Business – What Landlords Need to Know. For more information about how to legally conduct tenant background checks or to understand what your rights are as a tenant or to file a fraud report, contact the FTC directly:

Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20580

Phone: (202)-326-2222

If you have questions about the FCRA or would like a copy of the Act, call toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP (+1(877)382-4357).

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission – Background Check Guide.²⁴ For more information about what employers and current and potential employees need to know about background checks, reach out to the EEOC:

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Indianapolis District Office
101 West Ohio Street, Suite 1900
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Phone: 800-669-4000

Information for renters and employees includes:

1. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Indiana
2. Federal Trade Commission: Employer Background Checks and Your Rights
3. National Employment Law Project: Ban the Box: U.S. Cities, Counties, and States Adopt Fair Hiring Policies
4. Indiana Civil Rights Commission: “New Law Limits Access to Criminal History”
5. Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana – Criminal History
6. Indiana Professional Licensing Agency – File a Complaint
7. Indiana Civil Rights Commission – Filing a Complaint with the ICRC
8. U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Public Portal – filing a claim against an employer for discrimination.

Utilizing public records in Cass County can be beneficial in many ways, especially for determining more about people with whom individuals are spending their time.

For example, a searcher may try to learn more about a mysterious family member who seemingly showed up out of nowhere or a person who asked them on a date. However, it’s essential to legally access records and use them responsibly, and not falsify information or obtain it in a deceitful manner.

Searchers who are submitting details via a public records website must read the respective usage terms to ensure they’re using the site legally and as intended. Usage terms can vary from one site to the next. Individuals submitting official documentation for certified or copies of records, such as birth or death records within Cass County, should thoroughly read the request terms.

It’s also important that all forms be completely filled out to prevent a denial of the request or to have the request dragged out longer than necessary. Double-checking the forms before submitting them and providing accurate and easy-to-read details is also paramount to ensure the request can get properly processed.

Keep in mind that there will likely need to be documentation provided along with a reason for the request in the first place. Any documentation submitted as part of the request process of Cass County public records must be easy to read, and photocopies should be clear and legible.