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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Martin County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Indiana state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Martin County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Martin County, Indiana — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
9,864
Population
Census estimate
3,963
Households
Census estimate
$65,489
Median income
Annual household
$142,400
Median home value
Census ACS
Shoals
County seat
In Indiana
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Martin County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Martin County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Doxpop - Information for Judges and County Officials Indiana Courts Case Search - MyCase |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Martin County state portal below |
| Property records | Assessor - Martin County Martin County: Treasurer |
| Vital records | Martin County: Vital Records |
| Voter records | Public Records - Martin County Martin County | Supervisor of Elections |
| Professional licenses | Person Search Results - Indiana Licensing Enterprise - IN.gov |
| Recorded documents | Martin County: Recorder Martin County Indiana Judicial Branch: Martin County |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Martin County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Martin County Records
2026
Martin County official government portal active
The official Martin County government website at www.loogootee.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Martin County court records portal verified
State court system links for Martin County verified against the Indiana judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Martin County property records online
Martin County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Martin County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Martin County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Martin County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Indiana statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Indiana state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Martin County Records
❌ Myth: "Martin County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Martin County are held by the Indiana state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Martin County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Martin County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Indiana state repository has verified, current Martin County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Martin County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Martin County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.loogootee.com — Official Martin County government website
- public.courts.in.gov — Court records — official source
- www.in.gov — Property records — official source
- www.martinvotes.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Martin County & Indiana Records
For records not specific to Martin County, use Indiana's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Indiana statewide record systems:
- Indiana Court Records →
- Indiana Criminal Records →
- Indiana Property Records →
- Indiana Vital Records →
- Indiana Voter Records →
- Indiana Wants & Warrants →
- Indiana Licenses →
- Indiana Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Indiana statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Martin County, Indiana
Martin County is located in southwestern Indiana. The county seat is Shoals (official site: http://www.loogootee.com/government/martincountygovernment.html).
- Population: 9,864
- Households: 3,963
- Median household income: $65,489
- Median home value: $142,400
- Below poverty line: 14.1%
- Land area: 335.8 sq mi
- Population density: 29.4 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 5
Elevate
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Modern and intuitive map design that is easy to navigate for users of all experience levels on any device.
Doxpop - Information for Judges and County Officials
Official Free
Doxpop reduces the traffic in and around your building by allowing people to access public court information, pay fines, and locate land records without coming to the courthouse. Having Doxpop in your county is like adding a staff member to each office that serves the public 24/7 at no cost.
Indiana Courts Case Search - MyCase
Official Free
Odyssey Public Access (the "MyCase" website) is a platform for online services provided by the Office of Judicial Administration (the “Office”) · Electronic access to court information is restricted by federal and state law in addition to court rules and orders.
Martin County | Supervisor of Elections
Official Free
Palm City Community Center 2701 SW Cornell Ave, Palm City · To join, or sign-up please reach out to our Deputy Poll Woker Coordinator Amanda Vertiz (772) 288-5637 Ext. 8050 [email protected] 135 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Indiana Voters | Accessing the Public Website
Official Free
Some website pages that are linked from IndianaVoters.IN.gov to a domain outside of IndianaVoters.IN.gov may not fully meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, due to technological limitations. If you are having issues with a part of our site, or are unable to access specific content or functions, please email us at [email protected]. We have added security enhancements to the Voter Portal.
Assessor - Martin County
Official Free
An official website of the Indiana State Government The Martin County Assessor’s office maintains the property records for all taxing districts. The Property Record cards contain the property characteristics and the assessed value based on Market Value In Use.
🌐 in.gov
Martin County: Treasurer
Official Free
You may email rsanders@martincounty.in.gov or call (812) 247-3701 to request a receipt. If you recently closed your escrow account, contact the Treasurer’s Office to confirm payment or balance due. If you received a bill, you should contact your mortgage company to bill the escrow account. Buying or selling a home: Tax bills are sent to the owner of the record as of January 1st of the prior year for real estate parcels.
🌐 in.gov
Get Limited Criminal History - ISP
Official Free
An official website of the Indiana State Government A Limited Criminal History report contains only felonies and misdemeanor arrests within the State of Indiana. A Limited Criminal History search is based upon a subject's name, date of birth, race, and gender, and if needed, Social Security Number and place of birth.
🌐 in.gov
Martin County: Vital Records
Official Free
An official website of the Indiana State Government · Accessibility Settings · Language Translation · Governor Eric J. Holcomb · Martin County Health Department · Close Menu · Vital Records · R. Carol Baker – Registrar · Birth Certificate $8.00 – Application · Death Certificate.
🌐 in.gov
Person Search Results - Indiana Licensing Enterprise - IN.gov
Official Free
WARNING - Access Indiana accounts can only be linked to one record. Once the link is established it is permanent. Be sure you are searching for your own record below · Enter Information into ONLY TWO (2) Search Fields
Martin County: Recorder
Official Free
The County Recorder was the first office created by the Constitution of the State of Indiana in 1816. The Recorder is a member of the County Commission on Public Records, which has authority over the preservation or disposition of all public records maintained by the County.
🌐 in.gov
Indiana Judicial Branch: Martin County
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Official Martin County, Indiana government site.
martincounty.in.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Martin County?
Martin County court cases are searchable through the Indiana Courts Case Search - MyCase portal: https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. Indiana also operates a state-level case lookup through the Odyssey Case Search system. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Indiana if I wasn't convicted?
In Indiana, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Indiana's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Indiana State Police.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Indiana?
Yes — in Indiana, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
Are Martin County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.