Indiana State Records
Indiana Public Records Search
Start statewide with county recorder indexes for deeds and liens, then expand to assessor parcels, tax status, court files, business registrations, and vital records across Indiana.
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Scope
Indiana — Statewide
Primary Recording Level
County Recorders
Parcel Identifier
Parcel Number (also called Key Number)
Online Availability
Recorder index, assessor parcels, tax bill lookup, business registry; certified copies typically require a request
Where To Start
- Start with the County Recorder index for deeds, mortgages, and liens in your Indiana county.
- Check County Assessor parcel, owner, and assessment data to confirm the parcel number and property characteristics.
- Use County Treasurer tax lookup to verify billed amounts, payments, and any delinquency by parcel.
- Search the Indiana Secretary of State for business entities and UCC filings by name or filing number.
- Request birth, death, or marriage certificates through the Indiana Department of Health or the appropriate county office.
Record Routing
- Deeds, mortgages, liens → County Recorder
- Parcels, assessments, land data → County Assessor
- Property tax bills and payments → County Treasurer
- Civil and probate case files → County Clerk of Court
- Birth and death certificates → State Health Department
Useful Search Inputs
- Owner name (grantor/grantee)
- Parcel number (parcel ID / key number)
- Property address
- Instrument number or recording date
- Business name or entity ID
- Case number or party name
Source Map
| Source / Office | Best For | Search Method | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Recorder (Indiana counties) | Deeds, mortgages, releases, liens, plats, and other land records | Grantor/grantee name, legal description, instrument number, recording date; request uncertified or certified copies | Indiana real property documents are recorded at the county level; index access is the starting point for chain-of-title and lien checks. |
| County Assessor (Indiana counties) | Parcel ownership, assessed value, land and improvement characteristics | Parcel number, situs address, owner name | Assessment files tie the physical parcel to owner names and valuations used for taxes and due diligence. |
| County Treasurer (Indiana counties) | Property tax bills, payments, delinquencies, and receipts | Parcel number, address, owner name | Tax status verification complements recorder and assessor research and flags unpaid liabilities. |
| County Clerk of Court (Indiana counties) | Civil, probate, family, and judgment dockets | Case number, party name, filing date | Court filings can affect property or parties; clerk records provide official case status and filings. |
| Indiana Secretary of State | Business entity records and UCC lien filings | Business name, entity number, debtor name for UCC | Statewide registry confirms business standing and identifies UCC liens that may impact transactions. |
| Indiana Department of Health | Birth and death records; guidance for certified copies | Name, date of event, place of event | Vital records are held at the state and county level; this route clarifies how to obtain official copies. |
Indiana Public Records FAQs
Where are Indiana deeds and mortgages recorded?
At the County Recorder. Search the grantor/grantee index by name, legal description, or instrument number, then request copies from the recorder.
How do I find an Indiana parcel number if I only have an address?
Use the County Assessor search by address to locate the parcel, then confirm the parcel number against County Treasurer tax records.
Can I verify an Indiana business or check UCC liens online?
Yes. The Indiana Secretary of State allows searches by business name or entity number and by debtor for UCC filings; certified copies require a request.
Who issues certified copies of vital records in Indiana?
Birth and death records are handled by the Indiana Department of Health and county health offices; marriage records are issued by the County Clerk.