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Scott County, Indiana Probate Court

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Court Name Scott County Circuit Court
Court Address
1 E McClain Ave, Suite 252
Scottsburg, Indiana 47170
Contact Info Phone +1-812-752-8424     Fax +1-812-752-8425
Email -
Court Website https://www.scottcounty.in.gov/212/Superior-Court
Local Rules https://www.in.gov/courts/local/scott-county/
Court Forms https://www.in.gov/courts/selfservice/forms/
Court Fees Court costs for Scott County probate filings are set by the court and depend on the documents involved. See the official links above for the current schedule.
Hours Open Monday to Tuesday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM; Wednesday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM; Thursday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM
Summary of Services Indiana personal representatives serving an estate in Scott County may be required to post a bond unless the will waives it or all heirs consent. The bond is generally sized to the value of the personal property plus the income estimated during administration.
Court History In Indiana, probate is handled by the Circuit and Superior Courts. Estate matters for Scott County are filed in the appropriate court. Scott County Circuit Court, located in Scottsburg, handles probate administration for Scott County. This court offers online docket search, so filings and case status for Scott County can often be confirmed online before a bond is requested.
Additional Information Some Scott County estates cannot close until missing or unknown heirs are located and notified. If that applies to your case, we can refer you to licensed investigators across the country who specialize in heir searches. When you are ready for the bond itself, we issue executor, administrator, guardianship, and conservator bonds for Indiana, often the same day. Apply online to begin.

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