Kokomo Warrant Records

Warrant records in Kokomo are handled through Howard County courts and the Kokomo Police Department. To check active warrants, you can use Indiana's free statewide court portal, contact the Howard County Sheriff's Office directly, or visit the Howard County courthouse in person. This page covers all the main ways to access warrant and court records tied to Kokomo.

How to Search Kokomo Warrant Records

The first place to start is MyCase, Indiana's free public court search portal. You can search by name, cause number, or attorney. The system pulls from all Indiana courts that use the Odyssey Case Management System, which includes Howard County. Results show case status, hearing dates, charges, and docket entries. MyCase won't always show an open warrant flag directly, but an active criminal case with no disposition usually points to an open matter worth following up on.

To get a straight answer on whether a warrant is active, call the Howard County Sheriff's Office at 765-456-2020. The sheriff's office is located at 1800 W Markland Ave in Kokomo. Staff there handle warrant service for all of Howard County, including the city of Kokomo. They can do a quick name check and tell you if a warrant is on file, though they won't give written confirmation by phone. For that, you'd need to visit in person or go through the court.

You can also visit the Howard County courthouse directly. The clerk's office holds court filings and can pull up case records tied to specific names or cause numbers. Howard County's circuit and superior courts handle criminal matters within the county, and those case files are public unless sealed by order of the court. Bring a photo ID and a cause number if you have one. That speeds things up considerably.

The Indiana MyCase statewide court portal is the main free tool for searching warrant-related case records in Kokomo and Howard County.

MyCase pulls data from Howard County courts and lets you search active cases tied to Kokomo residents by name or case number.

Kokomo Police Department

The Kokomo Police Department is located at 100 S Union St, Kokomo, IN 46901. The non-emergency number is 765-459-5101. KPD is the primary law enforcement agency within city limits. Officers carry out arrest warrants issued by Howard County courts. They also work alongside the Howard County Sheriff's Office on cases that span city and county jurisdiction.

KPD does not maintain a public warrant lookup tool on its own website. If you have a specific question about a warrant, your best options are MyCase and the sheriff's office. KPD's website has contact info for various divisions if you need to reach a specific unit. For general public safety questions, the non-emergency line is the right call. Reserve 911 for active emergencies only.

Warrants are issued by judges, not by the police department. KPD may flag a person during a traffic stop or other contact if a warrant is found in the system, but the warrant itself originates with the court. Under IC 35-33-2-1, a warrant must be supported by probable cause and signed by a judge before any arrest can be made. KPD officers are bound by that requirement just like any other law enforcement agency in Indiana.

Howard County Sheriff and Warrant Service

The Howard County Sheriff's Office at 1800 W Markland Ave is the primary agency responsible for serving warrants in and around Kokomo. Phone: 765-456-2020. The sheriff's office covers warrant service for both the city and the unincorporated parts of Howard County. When a court issues an arrest warrant, it goes to the sheriff for execution.

Under IC 35-33-2-2, a warrant must name the person to be arrested and state the offense. It must be signed by the judge or magistrate who issued it. The sheriff's office takes that document and carries out the arrest. After the arrest, the person is brought before the issuing court, usually within a short time.

The Howard County Sheriff also maintains a jail and related records. If you believe someone has already been arrested on a warrant, you can call the jail line to check custody status. The jail is located at the same address on Markland Ave. Booking information may also appear in MyCase once the initial hearing has occurred and a case has been formally opened in the court system.

Warrant expiration in Indiana depends on the type. Under IC 35-33-2-4, misdemeanor warrants expire after 180 days if not served, while felony warrants do not expire. That means a felony warrant issued in Howard County remains active indefinitely until it is either served or recalled by the court.

Types of Warrants in Kokomo

Residents dealing with a warrant situation in Kokomo should know the different types that Howard County courts can issue.

• Arrest warrants: issued when probable cause exists for a criminal offense
• Bench warrants: issued when a person fails to appear in court as ordered
• Search warrants: authorize law enforcement to search a specific location or property
• Tax warrants: filed by the Indiana Department of Revenue for unpaid tax debts
• Body attachment orders: civil warrants for failure to comply with a court order

Tax warrants are searchable separately. The Indiana Tax Warrant Search portal lets you look up outstanding tax warrants by name. The Indiana Department of Revenue's page on sheriff warrants explains what happens once a tax debt reaches the sheriff enforcement stage, which can involve levy actions and wage garnishment.

Protection orders are a separate matter. The Indiana Protection Order Registry is a public database. You can search it by name to find active civil protection orders. These are not criminal warrants, but violating one can result in a criminal charge and an arrest warrant.

Criminal History Records in Howard County

The Indiana State Police maintains the statewide criminal history database. A limited criminal history report costs $15 and can be ordered online through the ISP criminal history portal. Mail requests go to Indiana State Police, P.O. Box 6188, Indianapolis, IN 46206-6188. Phone: 317-232-8262. The report shows charges and convictions from all Indiana counties, including Howard County cases tied to Kokomo.

Under IC 10-13-3-11, Indiana defines the scope of a limited criminal history and who may access it. The ISP report is broader than what MyCase shows. MyCase is good for current cases. The ISP report covers a longer time window and includes older case history. Together, both tools give you the most complete picture of what's on record in Kokomo and across Indiana.

Additional Resources for Kokomo

The Indiana courts maintain a public records portal with links to court data and official contacts statewide. The Indiana Sheriffs directory lists all 92 county sheriffs with phone numbers and addresses, including Howard County. The Indiana Sheriffs Association website offers general guidance on warrant-related questions for residents who need help navigating the process.

If you need in-person help understanding a court record or warrant in Howard County, Indiana Legal Services provides free or low-cost assistance to qualifying residents. You can also reach the Howard County Circuit Court clerk's office directly for copies of case documents. Fees for copies are set by the court. Bring a cause number when possible to speed up any records request.

Nearby Cities

These nearby Indiana cities also have warrant records maintained through their respective county courts.

Howard County Warrant Records

Warrant records for Kokomo residents are filed through Howard County courts. Visit the county page for sheriff office details, courthouse contacts, and more search resources.