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LaPorte County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for LaPorte County, Indiana. Serving a population of 111.706 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: LaPorte • Land Area: 598,289 sq mi • State: Indiana (IN)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

LaPorte County Courthouse / Recording Office, LaPorte, IN 18001

Seat of government for LaPorte County in LaPorte, IN.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(317) 447-1121

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 18091 • Coordinates: 41.5490° N, -86.7447° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit LaPorte County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

LaPorte County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Ind. Code § 36-2-7-10
First Page Base Fee
$25.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$5.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (No transfer tax; $20 sales disclosure filing fee)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Indiana:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in LaPorte County

License Fee $25.00 (Residents) / $65.00 (Non-residents)
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the LaPorte County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Applied for through Clerk of Circuit Court. Immediate issuance.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $15.00
Death Cert $15.00
Marriage Cert $10.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Indiana Department of Health Vital Records & Local County Health Dept and the local LaPorte County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in LaPorte County

Filing Fee: $21.00
1. Filing Authority

In LaPorte County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the County Recorder.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Indiana.

3. State Rules & Notice

Assumed business names for unincorporated sole proprietorships filed with County Recorder.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

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Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Indiana county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: LaPorte County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the LaPorte County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official LaPorte County office is located at LaPorte County Courthouse / Recording Office, LaPorte, IN 18001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (317) 447-1121.
How much does it cost to record a deed in LaPorte County?
Under Indiana statute (Ind. Code § 36-2-7-10), recording a real property deed or mortgage in LaPorte County costs $25.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (No transfer tax; $20 sales disclosure filing fee).
How do I obtain a marriage license in LaPorte County, IN?
Both applicants must appear in person before the LaPorte County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $25.00 (Residents) / $65.00 (Non-residents). Indiana requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in LaPorte County?
In LaPorte County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Recorder with a standard statutory filing fee of $21.00. Assumed business names for unincorporated sole proprietorships filed with County Recorder.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in LaPorte County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $15.00 and death certificates starting at $15.00) can be requested through the Indiana Department of Health Vital Records & Local County Health Dept or directly at the LaPorte County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.