Floyd County Divorce Decree Records

Floyd County divorce decree records are kept by the Clerk of Courts at the Floyd County Courthouse in New Albany, Indiana. The clerk's office handles all court records in the county, including final divorce decrees and case filings. To search for a Floyd County divorce case or request a certified copy of a divorce decree, you can use Indiana's free MyCase portal online or contact the Floyd County Clerk's office directly at their New Albany location.

Floyd County Clerk of Courts Contact

Danita Burks serves as the Clerk of Courts for Floyd County. The office is located on the second floor of the Floyd County Courthouse at 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, Indiana 47150. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Note that the office closes for lunch daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Plan your visit to arrive before noon or after 1:00 p.m. The main clerk phone is 812-948-5411.

Floyd County has a dedicated records management team. The Records Supervisor is Charles Strickland, who can be reached at 812-941-4578 or by email at cstrickland@floydcounty.in.gov. The Records Deputy is Cathy Reilly, reachable at 812-542-3011, Extension 439, or at creilly@floydcounty.in.gov. As the Floyd County Clerk's website states, "the Floyd County Records Deputies handle all of our scanned and microfilmed files and records. They can also assist with locating and providing copies of any closed files; divorce, criminal, small claims, estate, etc." This makes the records team your best contact for older divorce cases that may be stored in archives or on microfilm.

The official clerk website is floydcountyclerk.org. The records management page at floydcountyclerk.org/family-related has specific information about requesting divorce, criminal, and other court records. The Indiana Judicial Branch page for Floyd County courts lists judges and court information for the area.

Searching Floyd County Divorce Decrees Online

Indiana's MyCase case search portal is the free online tool for finding Floyd County divorce case information. You can search by the name of either party or by case number. The search shows filing dates, parties, case status, and the assigned court. MyCase is public and does not require an account. Use it to confirm a case exists and get the case number before contacting the clerk for certified documents.

Certified divorce decrees are not available through any online portal in Floyd County. You must contact the clerk's office directly to get an official certified copy. The clerk retrieves the file, makes copies, and applies the court seal. The copy fee is $1.00 per page, and the certification fee is $3.00 per document, following Indiana's standard rate schedule since July 1, 2021. Floyd County accepts cash, money orders, cashier's checks, and major credit and debit cards. Do not mail cash for mail requests.

The Indiana Courts public records request page outlines the statewide process for requesting court records, which applies in Floyd County.

How to Get a Floyd County Divorce Decree

In-person requests at the Floyd County Courthouse are the fastest option. The clerk's office is on the second floor at 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, IN 47150. Arrive before noon or after 1:00 p.m. to avoid the lunch closure. Bring valid photo ID and as much case information as you can. If you ordered copies previously, the clerk's office will call you when they are ready for pickup, so leave a good phone number.

Mail requests take more time. Send a written request to: Floyd County Clerk of Courts, 311 Hauss Square, Room 235, New Albany, IN 47150. Include the full names of both parties, the approximate filing date, the date the final divorce was granted, your contact information, a copy of your valid photo ID, and the case number if you have it. Send a money order or cashier's check for the expected fee. For very old or closed files, the records deputies can assist with locating materials. Call Charles Strickland at 812-941-4578 or Cathy Reilly at 812-542-3011 Ext 439 if you need help locating a specific closed file. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of your copies. Mail requests typically take 7 to 10 business days.

Note: For historical records that may be stored on microfilm, reach out to the records team directly before mailing a request. They can confirm whether archival retrieval is needed and advise on additional processing time.

Indiana Divorce Laws That Apply in Floyd County

Floyd County courts follow Indiana's statewide divorce statutes. IC 31-15-2-6 requires that one spouse have lived in Indiana for at least six months and in Floyd County for at least three months before filing for divorce. Floyd County sits along the Kentucky border in southern Indiana. Residents who recently moved across the river from Louisville must wait out the Indiana residency period before filing in Floyd County. The three-month county requirement must be met at the time the petition is filed.

Once a petition is filed in Floyd County, IC 31-15-2-10 requires a 60-day waiting period before the final divorce decree can be signed and issued. The court cannot bypass this requirement regardless of how quickly both parties agree on terms. The 60-day wait is mandatory across all Indiana courts. If your case is uncontested, plan to schedule your final hearing for any date after the 60-day mark. For contested cases, the timeline depends on the complexity of the disputed issues and the court's docket in Floyd County.

Under Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, IC 5-14-3, most Floyd County divorce records are public. Anyone can request them from the clerk's office. Some records may be restricted, including sealed files or those containing information the court has protected regarding minor children or sensitive personal data. The records team at the Floyd County Clerk's office can tell you what is and is not available from a specific case file when you call or visit.

What Floyd County Divorce Decrees Contain

A Floyd County divorce decree is the judge's final signed order ending the marriage. It is filed with the clerk and is a permanent part of the court record. A certified copy of this document is what most people need for legal and administrative purposes after a divorce. Banks, employers, government agencies, and courts in other states typically require a certified copy with the court seal, not a plain copy or printout from a database.

Floyd County divorce decrees typically include the full names and addresses of both spouses at the time of filing, the date of marriage, the grounds for dissolution under Indiana law, and all orders issued by the judge. Property division terms cover real estate, vehicles, bank accounts, retirement savings, and debts. If children are involved, the decree addresses legal and physical custody, a parenting time schedule, and child support amounts. Any spousal maintenance ordered by the court appears in the decree as well. Store your certified copy in a secure location. If you need additional certified copies later, the Floyd County Clerk can provide them for the standard fee.

Legal Help for Floyd County Residents

Floyd County residents have access to several legal resources for divorce matters. The Indiana Legal Help website is a free resource connecting residents with legal aid organizations and self-help tools for family law cases. The Indiana Self-Service Legal Center provides court-approved divorce forms and step-by-step guides for people who represent themselves in Floyd County proceedings.

For income-qualifying residents, Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal help at 1-800-869-0212. The organization can assist with divorce filings, custody matters, and protective orders in Floyd County. If you need a paid family law attorney in the New Albany area, the Indiana State Bar Association's referral service can connect you with qualified lawyers.

The screenshot below shows the Floyd County Clerk's resource page, which is the starting point for divorce decree records requests in Floyd County.

Review the clerk's website before your visit to the courthouse in New Albany. Confirming office hours and knowing exactly which room to go to on the second floor will save time on the day of your visit.

Cities in Floyd County

New Albany is the county seat of Floyd County and the location of the courthouse where all divorce records are filed. New Albany has a dedicated city page in this directory at New Albany Divorce Decree Records. Other communities in Floyd County include Clarksville, Georgetown, Greenville, and Floyds Knobs. All divorce decree records for Floyd County are filed and maintained at the Floyd County Courthouse in New Albany, regardless of which city in the county you live in.

Nearby Counties

Floyd County is in southern Indiana along the Kentucky border. These neighboring counties each maintain their own clerk's office and divorce records.