Find Marriage Records in Dubois County

Dubois County marriage records are held by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Jasper, Indiana. The clerk's office issues marriage licenses, stores filed records, and provides certified copies to those who need them. If you want to apply for a new license, search for a past marriage, or get a copy of an existing record, you will need to work through the Dubois County Clerk. This guide covers what to expect, what to bring, and how to find marriage records in Dubois County.

Dubois County Clerk's Office

The Clerk of the Circuit Court in Dubois County is the official keeper of marriage records for the county. The office is located at One Courthouse Square in Jasper. It handles marriage license applications, stores all issued licenses, and maintains the records used by the public and courts alike. The clerk is an elected official, and the office operates as the record-keeping arm of the Circuit Court.

Office hours at the Dubois County Clerk are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday hours are extended to 5:30 p.m., which gives applicants more flexibility mid-week. If you can only come in on a weekday afternoon, Wednesday is your best option. The phone number for the clerk's office is 812-482-7035.

The Dubois County clerk's page at duboiscountyin.org has current office details, contact information, and links to marriage license resources.

The Dubois County clerk page shows office hours, contact information, and guidance on obtaining marriage licenses and certified copies.

How to Apply for a Dubois County Marriage License

Dubois County uses the state's online pre-application portal to speed up the in-person process. You can start your application at public.courts.in.gov/home/portal before you come in. This is just the first step. Both applicants must still appear together at the Clerk's Office in Jasper to complete the process and pay. No one can finish a marriage license application remotely in Dubois County.

Indiana residents pay $29 for a marriage license in Dubois County. Out-of-state applicants pay $65. Active military members receive five certified copies of their license at no extra charge. The license is good immediately after it is issued and stays valid for up to 60 days from the date on the application. If 60 days pass without a ceremony, you must start over and apply again.

Indiana Code Title 31, Article 11, at iga.in.gov, sets the legal framework for all marriage licenses in the state. Dubois County applies these rules to every application it processes.

Note: The license is good immediately and up to 60 days after the marriage application date, so plan your ceremony within that window.

Ceremonies at the Dubois County Courthouse

Some couples choose to get married at the Dubois County Courthouse rather than arranging a separate officiant. Both the Clerk of the Circuit Court and the Circuit Court Judge can perform marriage ceremonies in Dubois County. Ceremonies are done by appointment and are scheduled based on the clerk's and judge's availability. Contact the clerk's office at 812-482-7035 to ask about scheduling a courthouse ceremony.

Not every county in Indiana offers this option. Dubois County is one of the counties where courthouse ceremonies are available, which can simplify the process for couples who want a small, no-fuss event. The clerk's FAQ at duboiscountyin.org has more details on scheduling and what to expect.

Search Dubois County Marriage Records Online

The Indiana Courts Marriage License Public Lookup tool lets you search marriage records from Dubois County going back to 1993. Visit public.courts.in.gov/MLPL to run a free search. You can look by name, county, or date. The database shows who was issued a license and when it was issued. You do not need an account to use the search tool.

The MLPL database is a good starting point for most searches. It covers recent records well. For records before 1993, you will need to contact the Dubois County Clerk directly or look at historical archives. The clerk's office at One Courthouse Square in Jasper can search older files and provide copies on request. Bring names and approximate dates to make the search faster.

Older records, including those from the 1800s and early 1900s, may appear in the Indiana State Library's digital archive at digital.statelib.lib.in.us. That collection covers marriage records from many Indiana counties and runs through 2007 for some areas.

Certified Copies of Dubois County Marriage Records

Certified copies of Dubois County marriage licenses cost $4.00 each. You can request them at the clerk's office in Jasper or by mail. To request by mail, write to the Dubois County Clerk at One Courthouse Square, Jasper, IN 47546. Include the full names of both parties and the approximate date or year of the marriage. Enclose payment in the correct form when mailing your request.

The Indiana Department of Health also keeps vital records at the state level. Their vital records office at in.gov/health/vital-records offers another way to get a certified copy. State copies cost $8 and can be ordered online, by mail, or in person. The state vital records office is useful if the county clerk's records are unavailable or if you need records from before the county's own files begin.

Indiana Code 16-37-1-10, which covers vital records access, sets rules on who can obtain certified copies and what information may be shared. The public records access law at Indiana Code 5-14-3 gives the public broad rights to inspect and copy most government records, including marriage licenses held by the Dubois County Clerk.

Historical Dubois County Marriage Records

Dubois County has been recording marriages since the 1800s. For older records that predate the online databases, several sources can help. The Indiana Archives and Records Administration at in.gov/iara holds historical vital records from across the state. The Indiana State Library's digital collections also cover older Dubois County records. Genealogists and family researchers often find success using FamilySearch, which has free indexed records for many Indiana counties going back to statehood.

The clerk's office in Jasper is the best starting point for records from the mid-20th century forward. For records from the 1800s, historical archives and genealogical databases are usually more complete. The Indiana Courts public records page at in.gov/courts/public-records has information on how to access older court filings and marriage records through official channels.

Cities and Towns in Dubois County

All residents of Dubois County, including those in Jasper, Ferdinand, Huntingburg, and other towns, file for marriage licenses at the same clerk's office at One Courthouse Square in Jasper. No city in Dubois County has a population over 25,000, so there are no separate city pages for this county. Regardless of where you live in Dubois County, the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Jasper handles your marriage license.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Dubois County. Each has its own Clerk of the Circuit Court for marriage records.