Porter County Clerk's Office

09/16/2022

*** Child Support payments and assistance will be unavailable in the Valparaiso Courthouse this afternoon after 2:00 pm until close. ***

Looking for other ways to pay?

Child Support Payments can be made by:
Pay with Credit/Debit Card (fees apply):
Online - www.childsupportbillpay.com/indiana
Phone - 1 (866) 972-9427
Mailing in your check or Money Order to
INSCCU
PO Box 7130
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7130
Paying with Cash:
PayNearMe - www.paynearme.com/locations
MoneyGram - www.moneygram.com/locations (Receive Code 14658)

09/15/2022

This past week members of the Clerk’s Office attended the Northern District Conference hosted by Allen County. We began with a Round Table Session and an amazing tour of the beautiful historic Allen County Courthouse. The next day was filled with presentations from many organizations including the BMV, Child Support Bureau, Indiana Election Division, VSTOP and more. This education is fundamental to learning new and upcoming procedures. Thank you for being an amazing host county, Allen County!

09/07/2022

Porter County Elections & Registration is hiring!!

Now Hiring!

Porter County Elections & Registration is looking for two full-time employees. For a detailed job description, job requirements, and salary please follow the link below:

https://www.porterco.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Election-Deputy-Full-Time-348&fbclid=IwAR0XEJ_F3Po1KZZuUzKXl9Edupn_GftA3vwsR9Sp92LmLeuauxUytQx98P0

08/23/2022

We are happy to share that because of our generous employees here at the Clerk's Office, we were able to contribute to the Health Department's Community Toiletries Drive this year! Those contributions will be distributed throughout the school year to Porter County students.

08/04/2022

Congratulations to our very own Clerk of the Court, Jessica Bailey, on obtaining a Master Certificate in High Performance Leadership offered through the National Executive Committee and the Professional Development Academy.

07/04/2022

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

07/01/2022

Porter County Elections & Registration will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2022 in observation of the Fourth of July holiday!
Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

06/21/2022

U.S. Constitution ratified

On this day in 1788, the US Constitution was ratified, making it the law of the land. To refresh your memory on this historic event, follow the link below!

New Hampshire becomes the ninth and last necessary state to ratify the Constitution of the United States, thereby making the document the law of the land. By

06/19/2022

Porter County Elections & Registration is closed, Monday, June 20th, in observance of Juneteenth.

To learn more about Juneteenth and the reason it is a Federal Holiday follow the link below to the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture's page. https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth

06/08/2022

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We have been asked to share information that qualified households can still receive assistance for up to 18 months. Application processing is most effective when parties timely provide required documentation, correct landlord (not property manager) information, and an accurate court case number if applicable. See

Indiana's housing search site. Renters search for free, landlords list rental housing for free.

05/27/2022

Porter County Clerk's Office will be closed in honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30th, 2021.

05/15/2022

The Porter County Clerk's Office has certified copies of original marriage, divorce, and court records. For more information about the services we offer, what you need to do to request information, or office hours, please visit us online at: https://www.porterco.org/142/Clerks-Office

05/11/2022

Our credit card processing company may be unavailable, Thursday May 12th from 9pm to 11pm. Our servicer will be making updates to their system and there may be interruptions during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/05/2022

The Portage Clerk’s Office as well as the surrounding areas are currently experiencing a loss of power.

04/29/2022

Today we welcomed Valparaiso High School's student, Macy, as she came to see what we do here at the Clerk's Office and over at our Elections & Registration Office. She was able to see trucks being loaded and part of the Early Vote process over at the administration building. Over at the Courthouse she was able to sit in on a court session for Judge Fish, check out the business of the clerk's office, filing, and participated in tax deeds being prepared.

04/22/2022

Happy Earth Day, Porter County!

04/20/2022

Do you know all the ways you can pay?
Child Support Payments can be made by:

Pay with Credit/Debit Card (fees apply):
Online - www.childsupportbillpay.com/indiana
Phone - 1 (866) 972-9427

Mailing in your check or Money Order to
INSCCU
PO Box 7130
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7130

Paying with Cash:
PayNearMe - www.paynearme.com/locations
MoneyGram - www.moneygram.com/locations (Receive Code 14658)

04/14/2022

On Friday April 15th, 2022, the Porter County Clerk's Office will be closed for Good Friday. Have a safe Holiday!

04/11/2022

Do you need information about an upcoming Court date? Do you have a question about updates with your Court Case? You can view this information online for FREE using the Odyssey Case Management System. Visit the link below to search for your records:

www.mycase.in.gov

03/30/2022

Did you know that you can pay your traffic ticket online? Visit the link below to find and pay your fine:
publicaccess.courts.in.gov
You will need your ticket number or your name and date of birth to locate your ticket online.

03/24/2022

The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced road closures for State Road 2 for several projects between U.S. 30 and U.S. 231 beginning on or after Monday, April 4 and continuing through late October. Please note that these are projects of the Indiana Department of Transportation, NOT the Porter County Highway Department. If you have questions or concerns, please contact INDOT Customer Service. For more information about these closures and contact information for INDOT, please visit: https://www.porterco.org/1896/INDOT-Closures-Of-State-Road-2-South-Of-

03/13/2022

Do you need a Protective Order?

You can go online to E-file for Protective orders or you can file in the Clerk's Office. Follow the link below to find more information on how to file a Protective Order in Porter County.
https://www.porterco.org/1790/File-For-A-Protection-Order-Online
Also, a great resource is the The Caring Place, Inc. as they are the Porter County Advocates.

03/06/2022

Don't forget! The deadline for obtaining your "Real ID" has been extended to March 3rd, 2023. Please follow the link below for a detailed explanation.

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/news/2021/04/27/dhs-announces-extension-real-id-full-enforcement-deadline

03/02/2022

Looking for a part-time job? Porter County Elections & Registration is hiring a part-time seasonal staff member. Please click the link below for more information!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WXikC-pISwAZ2v3_I2bc2PeCEmc58Vhy/view?usp=sharing

02/23/2022

Apply for a Marriage License

Getting Married?

A Marriage License expires after 60 days and is only valid in the State of Indiana. You must be registered in the County that you live in, regardless of where you intend to be married within the State of Indiana.

Save time and complete your Marriage Application online at: https://www.in.gov/judiciary/2605.htm

What to bring:
A valid State ID or Driver's License with your correct address and you must know your Social Security number.

Residence:
A marriage license shall be obtained from the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the county of residence of either party who intend to marry.
If neither individual is a resident of Indiana, the marriage license is to be obtained in the county which the marriage will take place. (IC 31-11-4-3).

Age:
Applicants at least 18 years of age may marry without special consent. IC 31-11-1-6.

Fee:
Indiana resident: $25.00 cash/credit ($1.75 service fee applies for credit)
Residents of another state: $65.00 cash/credit ($2.00 service fee applies for credit)

Performing the Marriage:
We have two judges available to perform weddings within the courthouse if you are looking to get married in the courthouse. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.
Judge Buckley - 219-465-3412
Judge DeBoer - 219-465-3425

Apply for a Marriage License Courts Services Current: Apply for a Marriage License To be married in the State of Indiana, a couple must have a marriage license.  To apply for a marriage license in Indiana, both you and your future spouse must appear in person at the Clerk's Office in an Indiana co...

02/21/2022

HaPpY ReTIrEmeNT, NaNcY!
Nancy has been with Porter County for almost 20 years! We will miss her in the office! Thank you for your years of dedication and service. Enjoy retirement, Nancy, you deserve it!

02/18/2022

Due to weather conditions, all Porter County Government Offices & Courts will open on a TWO HOUR DELAY on Friday, February 18.

02/17/2022

Due to inclement weather, all Porter County Government Offices will be closing early today, February 17th, 2022.

02/17/2022

Because of developing ice and snow conditions and their impacts on our roads and streets, all Porter County Government Offices & Courts will be closed as of Noon today, February 17th.

02/14/2022

Do you know all the ways you can pay?
Child Support Payments can be made by:
Pay with Credit/Debit Card (fees apply):

Online - www.childsupportbillpay.com/indiana

Phone - 1 (866) 972-9427

Mailing in your check or Money Order to
INSCCU
PO Box 7130
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7130

Paying with Cash:
PayNearMe - www.paynearme.com/locations
MoneyGram - www.moneygram.com/locations (Receive Code 14658)

02/03/2022

All Porter County Government Offices and Courts will be closed again on Thursday, February 3rd. This decision was based on the most recent road condition update noted below. The safety of our employees is our highest priority. In addition, we are following the input from the Highway Department by keeping hundreds of vehicles off of the roads in the morning. We urge the public to also stay off the roads if possible. Here is today’s 4:45 PM update from the Highway Department:

“The Porter County Highway Department is reporting that we have received over a foot of snow and it continues to fall. Plus, forecasts indicate that we should expect another 4 to 6 inches of snow overnight. In addition to the snowfall, they are facing challenges. Winds are causing severe drifting, especially in the open rural areas. Visibility is currently less than a quarter mile. They are still struggling to keep main roads and thoroughfares cleared. They have been unable to do pass throughs in subdivisions, and are unable to predict when, or if, they will be able to do subdivision plowing. It may be tomorrow morning before they can get into the subdivisions. They are asking that the residents in subdivisions and residential areas to please understand the challenging circumstances and be patient.

The Highway Department is urging the public to stay off the roads if at all possible.

At 6:00 PM, they will have to pull the main crew off the roads so they don’t exceed the maximum 12 hours as required by US Department of Transportation rules. The main crew will be spending the night in the 10 staging locations throughout the county getting some sleep and, if necessary, responding to emergency situations. A partial crew will be deployed at 6:00 PM and will only be focusing on keeping main roads and thoroughfares passable overnight.”

02/02/2022

Due to the Winter Storm Warning and the forecasted conditions, all Porter County Government Offices and Courts will be closed on Wednesday, February 2nd.

01/17/2022

Our office is closed today in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!

01/13/2022

Did you know that you can pay your traffic ticket online? Visit the link below to find and pay your fine:

publicaccess.courts.in.gov

You will need your ticket number or your name and date of birth to locate your ticket online.

01/11/2022

Do you know all the ways you can pay?
Child Support Payments can be made by:

Pay with Credit/Debit Card (fees apply):
Online - www.childsupportbillpay.com/indiana
Phone - 1 (866) 972-9427

Mailing in your check or Money Order to
INSCCU
PO Box 7130
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7130

Paying with Cash:
PayNearMe - www.paynearme.com/locations
MoneyGram - www.moneygram.com/locations (Receive Code 14658)

01/11/2022

Do you need a Protective Order?

You can go online to E-file for Protective orders or you can file in the Clerk's Office. Follow the link below to find more information on how to file a Protective Order in Porter County.
https://www.porterco.org/1790/File-For-A-Protection-Order-Online
Also, a great resource is the The Caring Place, Inc. as they are the Porter County Advocates.

01/11/2022

The Porter County Clerk's Office asks for your patience as we are operating on a reduced staff. We appreciate your understanding!

12/31/2021

The Porter County Clerk's Office wishes you a safe and happy New Year's Eve!

12/25/2021

Merry Christmas from the Porter County Clerk's Office!

12/23/2021

The Porter County Clerk's Office will be closed to celebrate the holidays on December 24th & December 27th. From our office to your family, we wish you a safe and healthy holiday!

12/15/2021

Congratulations to the Porter County Elections & Registration Office!!!

11/25/2021

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours from the Porter County Clerk's Office!

11/23/2021

The Porter County Clerk's Office will be closed on Thursday, November 25th & Friday, November 26th, 2021 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Wishing Porter County families a safe and healthy holiday!

11/20/2021

It was a beautiful day in Porter County and not just because the sun was shining. Happy Adoption Day!! Congratulations to all the families.

11/10/2021

Porter County Clerk's offices will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day, Thursday, November 11th, 2021. We honor and celebrate those, past and present who have served our country. Thank you, veterans!

10/31/2021

Happy Halloween from the Porter County Clerk's Office!

10/28/2021

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

10/28/2021

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

10/28/2021

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

10/28/2021

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.

It's now easier to send Porter County Clerk's Office a message.