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Advisory Board

The Kosciusko County Advisory Board is made up of a group of individuals in the community who come together for the common purpose of administering to the needs of law enforcement and detention in our community.  The persons on the board go further by committing resources and cooperation with Community Corrections to better the lives of the individuals we serve.

2023 COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD

  • Michael Reed
  • Tammy Johnston
  • Sheriff Jim Smith
  • Michael Murphy
  • Brad Voelz
  • Antony Garza
  • Scott Whitaker
  • Torrey Bauer
  • Layne Sumner
  • Kathy Groninger
  • Kara Shively
  • Erin Rowland
  • Pam Kennedy
  • Linda Giusti
  • Steve Ferber
  • Chris Kehler
  • Karin McGrath
  • Sara Cole

Beacon

Adult Protective Services

ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Adult Protective Services investigates reports of potential neglect, self-neglect, battery, and exploitation in anyone who may be an endangered adult as defined by Indiana statute 12-10-3-2 (if he/she is: 18 years of age or older and unable to protect themselves due to being mentally or physically disabled, or frail elderly, from being battered, neglected, exploited, or self-neglected) and, where substantiated, finds the least restrictive intervention to resolve the situation. They also provide educational opportunities for service providers and community organizations about adult endangerment, prevention and response. 

Adult Protective Services consists of investigators that cover Kosciusko County and three other counties consisting of Marshall, Elkhart, and St. Joseph. Kosciusko County Adult Protective Services recovers funding from the state but is under the direct supervision of the Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney.

 

If a vulnerable adult is in immediate danger, dial 9-1-1 or call the police immediately!


Contact Adult Protective Services:

·         Kosciusko County APS Phone: 574.235.5092

·         Fill out and print an Online Complaint Form. Once completed, mail this form to:

Adult Protective Services
533 N. Niles Avenue
South Bend, IN 46617

·         Indiana State Hotline for abuse: 800.992.6978

·         Eldercare Locator for out-of-state APS offices: 800.677.1116

 

Duty to Report Endangered Adults

An individual who believes or has reason to believe that another individual is an endangered adult and is the victim of battery, abuse, or exploitation is required by law to make a report to law enforcement or Adult Protective Services.

Immunity from Civil Liability for a Person Making a Report or Testifying

A person who in good faith makes a report of an endangered adult, or testifies at administrative or judicial proceedings on matters arising from the report, is immune from both civil and criminal liability for doing so and an employer may not reduce benefits or otherwise retaliate against them.

Signs of An Endangered Adult:
  • Not allowing the dependent person to talk or see visitors.
  • Indifference or anger toward the dependent person.
  • Aggressive behavior (threats, insults, harassment, etc.).
  • Conflicting accounts of incidents.
  • Withholding affection.
  • History of substance abuse, mental illness, criminal behavior, or family violence.
Financial Abuse Indicators:
  • Unusual or inappropriate activity in bank accounts.
  • Refusal to spend money on dependent person for health care of personal items.
  • Numerous unpaid bills.
  • Living environment not comparable with income.
  • Missing furniture, silverware, jewelry, etc.
  • A recent will when elder seems incapable of writing a will.
Physical Indicators:
  • Soiled clothing or bed.
  • Dehydration or malnutrition.
  • Frequent use of emergency room or hospital.
  • Cuts, lacerations, puncture wounds.
  • Any injury inconsistent with history.
  • Bruises on the upper arms or in the shape of object.
  • Presence of old and new bruises at the same time.
  • Injury that has not been cared for.
  • Cigarette burns.
  • Lack of necessities in the home, such as water, food, and medicine.
Behavioral Indicators:
  • Confusion or disorientation.
  • Denial, unlikely stories.
  • Fear, withdrawal, non-responsive, hesitation to talk openly, helplessness, depression, agitation, anxiety, and anger.

Adult Protective Services will investigate all calls made and protect those who are determined to be endangered. 

Drainage Board

River Turkey Creek

Tippecanoe River IS NOT
a County Regulated Drain

Turkey Creek IS a
County Regulated Drain
The Drainage Board is made up of 1 County Commissioner and 4 citizens appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Citizens serve 4 year terms.  The Drainage Board meets once a month.  The 5 member Board does not have an office within the courthouse. Listed below are their contact numbers.
    • DRAINAGE BOARD MEMBERS:
      • CARY GRONINGER - CHAIRMAN................................(574) 527-6665
      • JIM SCOTT - VICE CHAIRMAN......................................(574) 268-8205
      • STEVE METZGER - MEMBER.........................................(260) 609-7818
      • DENNIS DARR - MEMBER.............................................(260) 457-3033
      • JOE IRWIN - MEMBER....................................................(260) 527-6637
      • SANDY ANGEL - SECRETARY.........................................(574) 265-2620
      • EMAIL: [email protected]
 
Drainage Board Meetings are held on the 3rd floor
of the Courthouse in the old Courtroom located at
100 W Center St, Warsaw, IN 46580 at 9:00 A.M.

DRAINAGE BOARD MEETINGS FOR 2024

January 25 - CANCELLED
February 22
March 28
April 25
May 23
June 27
July 25
August 22
September 26
October 24
November 21
December 19

Contact the Surveyor's Office for more information: (574) 265-2620

Minutes for each Drainage Board Meeting are available in the Surveyor's Office upon request.

SURVEYOR'S OFFICE CONTACTS
Office Main Line: 574-372-2366
County Surveyor: Michael Kissinger, 574-372-2365[email protected]
County Ditch Repair: Mark Montel, 574-265-2621[email protected]
Section Corner Information: Jim Moyer, 574-372-2367, [email protected]
Drainage Board Agenda Scheduling: Sandy Angel, 574-265-2620[email protected]
GIS & General Information: Amy Hurd, 574-265-2914[email protected]

Circuit Court

The court was established in 1836 and is currently resided over by the Honorable Mike Reed, Judge, commenced his term January 1, 2013.
JUDGES OF THE KOSCIUSKO CIRCUIT COURT
YEAR JUDGE CLERK
1836 to May, 1838 JAMES COMSTOCK & RICHARD H. LANSDALE
HENRY WARD RICHARD H. LANDSDALE
1839 JAMES BAKER RICHARD H. LANDSDALE
1840 and 1841 JAMES BAKER WILLIAM C. GRAVES
NOV., 1842 JOSEPH HALE WILLIAM C. GRAVES
AUG., 1843 CLEMENT B. SIMONSON WILLIAM C. GRAVES
NOV., 1843 JOHN ROGERS WILLIAM C. GRAVES
JUNE, 1848 JOHN ROGERS SAMUEL H. CHIPMAN
AUG. 12, 1850 WILLIAM C. GRAVES SAMUEL H. CHIPMAN
NOV. 11, 1850 JACOB FELKNER SAMUEL H. CHIPMAN
JAN. 17, 1853 JOHN L. KNIGHT SAMUEL H. CHIPMAN
JAN. 28, 1856 GEORGE E. GORDON THOMAS WOODS
OCT. 27, 1856 JOSEPH H. MATLOCK THOMAS WOODS
JAN. 28, 1861 K. G. SHRYOCK THOMAS WOODS
JAN. 26, 1863 DAVID D. DYKEMAN THOMAS WOODS
JAN. 25, 1864 DAVID D. DYKEMAN O. H. ABRM
SEPT. 4, 1865 THOMAS C. WHITESIDE O. H. ABRM
JAN. 27, 1868 THOMAS C. WHITESIDE REUBEN WILLIAMS
MAY 19, 1873 ELISHA V. LONG REUBEN WILLIAMS
NOV. 13, 1875 ELISHA V. LONG THOMAS WOODS
1880 ELISHA V. LONG JOSEPH H. TAYLOR
OCT. 24, 1885 WALTER OLDS JOSEPH H. TAYLOR
DEC. 12, 1887 WALTER OLDS WILLIAM D. WOOD
JAN. 5, 1889 JOSEPH W. ADAIR WILLIAM D. WOOD
APRIL 1, 1889 JAMES FRAZIER WILLIAM D. WOOD
NOV. 21, 1890 EDGAR HAYMOND WILLIAM D. WOOD
1895 EDGAR HAYMOND OREN J. CHANDLER
DEC., 1896 HIRAM S. BIGGS OREN J. CHANDLER
FEB., 1900 HIRAM S. BIGGS SCOTT D. JUNKIN
MAY 31, 1902 EDGAR HAYMOND SCOTT D. JUNKIN
(Special Judge)
NOV., 1903 EDGAR HAYMOND AARON A. RASOR
FEB. 4, 1904 LEMUEL W. ROYSE AARON A. RASOR
(Judge Pro Tem)
1908 LEMUEL W. ROYSE C. EDWIN STOUT
DEC. 7, 1908 FRANCIS E. BOWSER C. EDWIN STOUT
JAN. 2, 1912 FRANCIS E. BOWSER CONRAD D. LONGENECKER
JAN. 3, 1916 FRANCIS E. BOWSER AARON A. RASOR
JAN. 2, 1920 FRANCIS E. BOWSER RUSSELL H. BUTLER
DEC. 6, 1920 LEMUEL W. ROYSE RUSSELL H. BUTLER
JAN. 2, 1928 LEMUEL W. ROYSE ELMER J. KINSEY
JAN. 7, 1928 LEMUEL W. ROYSE LELAND KINSEY
JAN. 2, 1933 DONALD VANDEVEER ROYCE R. HILDENBRAND
JAN. 4, 1937 DONALD VANDEVEER ORVEL E. PHILLIPS
JAN. 2, 1939 JOHN A. SLOANE ORVEL E. PHILLIPS
JAN. 8, 1945 JOHN A. SLOANE ERNEST E. BUSHONG
JAN. 8, 1951 WALTER BRUBAKER ERNEST E. BUSHONG
JAN. 12, 1953 WALTER BRUBAKER N. PAULINE JORDAN
JAN. 9, 1956 SETH E. ROWDABAUGH N. PAULINE JORDAN
JAN. 1, 1961 SETH E. ROWDABAUGH T. ETHNA SCOTT
JAN. 1, 1963 GENE B. LEE T. ETHNA SCOTT
NOV. 27, 1979 RICHARD W. SAND BESSIE HIMES
JUNE 1, 1993 RICHARD W. SAND JEANNE WEIRICK
DEC. 31, 1994 GARY CALHOUN JEANNE WEIRICK
JAN., 1995 to 2012 REX L. REED MARSHA McSHERRY
SHARON CHRISTNER
JASON McSHERRY
JAN., 2013 TO PRESENT MIKE REED JASON McSHERRY
ANN TORPY

I'm a Veteran

Countless benefits & resources are available to you as a reward for your faithful service. Kosciusko County VSO can help you understand and access your benefits and guide you through the process of applications, claims and appeals.

Custodial Parents

The following services are available:

  • locating a parent
  • establishing paternity, including genetic testing.
  • establishing, modifying and enforcing a court order for child support.
Applications for service are available from the State of Indiana;  Link to Application. Unless you are a TANF recipient, you must bring a completed application to your initial meeting with our office. There is no longer a fee to sign up for services.
If you need services from the Child Support Division, please complete one of these forms:

View the available list of Forms for Parents and Employers

Superior Court 1

The court was established in 1969 and is currently resided over by the Honorable Karin McGrath, Judge.

I'm Active Duty, National Guard or a Reservist

Still serving? Thinking about getting out or retiring? Are you serving in National Guard or Reserves and not sure what benefits you're eligible for? Check out the resources for transitioning service members and those currently serving.

Job Postings

    Benefits for all Full-Time Positions

    • 10-12 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
    • Personal/sick time - 1/2 day a month starting at the 2nd month
    • Vacation after 6 months of employment
    • Health insurance including, medical, dental and vision at 1st of month after 60 days
    • County paid life insurance
    • Retirement plan

    Technology Assistant - IT

    Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri

    Position will begin on January 2, 2025.

    Starting $25.00

    Responsibilities:

    • Communicate and coordinate with Technology Director to maintain County computer equipment, including, but not limited to, computers, laptops, printers/scanners/other peripherals devices, and servers.
    • Install, configure, test, maintain, and monitor workstations and hardware and software.
    • Analyze, evaluate, observe, diagnose, and investigate computer hardware, software, printer, and network cabling problems and make related repairs and/or upgrades of equipment.
    • Communicate and coordinate with different county departments to help maintain application software.
    • Provide end-user training and helpdesk support for county employees including troubleshooting problem areas and recommending corrective solutions.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE and successful completion of course/training in related field or equivalent combination of education and previous related work experience. Ability to complete continuing education and maintain current knowledge of trends in the field.
    • Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
    • Working knowledge of computers, networks, hardware and software equipment, and web/network security, with the ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated tasks and operations.
    • Ability to analyze, evaluate, observe, diagnose, and investigate computer problems and make related repairs and/or upgrades of equipment.
    • Ability to work on several tasks at a time and work rapidly for long periods frequently under time pressure.
    • Ability to occasionally work extended, weekend, and/or evening hours and occasionally travel out of town for meetings or trainings, sometimes overnight.
    • Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24 hour basis.
    • Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

    10/16/24


    Chief Deputy - Surveyor

    Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri

    Starting: $23.94

    Responsibilities:

    • Supervise and direct assigned personnel, including interviewing candidates, contractors, and vendors, make hiring recommendations, plan and make work assignments, monitor work, evaluate performance, and maintain discipline.
    • Respond to and investigate drainage problems and complaints, including providing assistance, making field inspections and meeting with property owners, contractors, and vendors.
    • Supervise notification of property owners upcoming drainage projects as required.  Coordinate time schedules and communicates with property owners and contractors.
    • Assist and educate individuals, offices and agencies regarding section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, legal survey records, aerial photographs, topographical maps, historical county records, minutes, records, and research materials within the office.
    • Research and interpret regulated drain records in clarifying subsurface drain locations, drainage watershed boundaries and acreage affected by county drains.
    • Supervise and direct drainage maintenance contractors and vendors, monitor their progress, project budget, and completion dates. Monitor contractors and subcontractors to maintain quality, price control and ensure good public relations.
    • Authorize drainage maintenance work orders for Kosciusko County Drainage Board. authorize purchase of supplies and materials and change orders to assigned work as directed.
    • Complete forms for obtaining permits from Federal, State, and local agencies and maintain contact with agencies related to drainage projects.
    • Attend meetings with local, state and federal agencies and organizations to represent Drainage Board.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE with three (3) years of work-related experience or Bachelor's degree in related field. 
    • Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including the passage of a drug test and medical exam.
    • Thorough knowledge of and ability to read maps, legal descriptions, county geography, and ability to accurately research and review records, identify and resolve discrepancies and communicate with and assist the public as needed.
    • Practical knowledge and ability to communicate information on section corners, benchmarks, regulated drains, drainage codes, legal survey records, aerial photographs, and topographical maps.
    • Working knowledge of Indiana Drainage Code.
    • Ability to occasionally work extended and evening hours and travel out of town meetings training. 

    9/26/24


    Real Estate Specialist - Assessor

    Full-Time - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri

    Starting Wage: $20.31

    Responsibilities:

    • Determines the market value-in-use of all tangible property.
    • Maintains daily accurate record of all transfers, splits, combinations and surveys of real property, including changes in mailing address, legal description and homestead credit, duplicating Auditor’s records, creating workable record of property information.
    • Creates new parcels when a new plat is recorded, calculate and enter lot dimensions, determining value, and applying a developer's discount to each unsold lot.
    • Determines if sales disclosure is required in order to transfer property, frequently assisting individual with completion of forms.
    • Receives and processes paper and/or electronically submitted sales disclosures, verifying accuracy and completion, applying parcel information and determining fees required to complete process.
    • Validates general transfers, not requiring sales disclosure, applying Assessor’s stamp of receipt.
    • Assists taxpayers, attorneys, realtors, representatives of title companies and various individuals, answering questions, giving instructions on aspects of assessments and explaining changes in assessed values.
    • Applies collected field information to computer software, making adjustments for new construction, determining grades, conditions, and calculating effective ages. Applies percentage complete, makes adjustments based on photos and documented information submitted by field workers.
    • Makes adjustments to property record card when improvements have been reported and verified as having been removed from parcel.
    • Applies value for applicable deductions, such as solar, wind and geothermal, makes adjustments according to qualifications.
    • Determines land types and uses, and makes adjustments accordingly.
    • Determines and applies appropriate capitalization rates.
    • Creates memo for each adjustment, keeping accurate account of each parcels’ history.
    • Answers telephone and greets office visitors, determining nature of call/visit, providing information and assistance regarding building assessments, preconstruction value estimates as requested, taking messages, and/or referring individual to proper department or facility as needed.
    • Works in correlation as a group or individually to evaluate and/or adjust specifically selected assessments based upon law and/or software changes to assessments.
    • Assists field worker with physical inspection of new construction.
    • Sorts, opens, and date stamps daily postal mail, distributing to correct department and/or individual and processing according to content. Files, posts, and mails materials.
    • Assists with cyclical reassessment according to I.C. 6-1.1-4-4, including, but not limited to, reviewing and physically inspecting each parcel for accuracy.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE
    • Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, such Level I and Level II Assessor/Appraiser Certification, with potential of obtaining Level III.
    • Ability to meet all employer and department hiring requirements, including passage of a drug test.
    • Knowledge of continually evolving laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations and political processes, apply changes to everyday work.
    • Knowledge of multiple computer software programs used by the department in entering and maintaining data, including, but not limited to, Xsoft, INCAMA, Simplifile, Arc GIS, LOW, CRS, Pictometry, computer aided drawing (CAD), and Microsoft Word and Excel.
    • Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of houses, farm buildings and other improvements to land, and ability to identify various improvement types.
    • Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.

    9/20/24


    Title IV-D Caseworker - Prosecutor

    Full-Time - 37.5 hours - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday-Friday)

    Starting Wage: $20.31

    Responsibilities:

    • Responsible for investigating, establishing and enforcing child support obligations.
    • Interview and assist AFDC and Medicaid recipients and Title IV-D service applicants in preparation for enforcement action, including explaining Title IV-D policies and procedures, completing applications and forms.
    • Prepare/dictate various documents for establishing and enforcing child support and filings in court, such as correspondence, pleadings, petitions, and summons, and file documents accordingly, including conducting research and investigations.
    • Prepare cases for court hearings, and calculate child support delinquencies and orders according to state guidelines.
    • Respond to telephone and office inquiries regarding Title IV-D policies and procedures, and resolve problems related to individual cases.
    • Maintain communication with various agencies and individuals in obtaining information and resolving problems, including state and county welfare departments, attorneys, caseworkers, absent parents, clerk of child support and other child support enforcement offices. Perform necessary follow-up.
    • Periodically communicate with laboratory in scheduling genetic tests.
    • Periodically attend and participate in training sessions and seminars.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE
    • Two (2) years of experience in a child support related area preferred.
    • Must complete ISETS and ICE training.
    • Must be able to pass a drug test.
    • Basic knowledge of and ability to make practical application of Title IV-D policies and procedures, county court system and related legal terminology and requirements.
    • Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.

    8/15/24


    PT Registered Nurse for the Immunization Clinic - K21 Building

    Hours will vary

    Starting Wage: $23.61

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist with vaccine clinics administering vaccines
    • Assist with lead testing
    • Ability to be back up coordinator when needed

    2/23/24


    Merit Deputy - Sheriff's Office

    Full-Time - 12-hour shift

    Starting Wage: $28.35

    Responsibilities: 

    • Enforce local and state laws by implementing effective policy for the prevention and investigation of crimes to protect the lives and property of the people.
    • Regularly patrol all roads within the County and other designated areas, ensuring the security of residences and businesses, investigate and report suspicious or unlawful activities, and perform necessary actions to ensure the proper enforcement of applicable laws.
    • Monitor radio and other communication devices and respond to citizens' calls of distress and complaints of alleged unlawful activity.  Assess and bring situations under control and take statements from victims and witnesses.  Provide appropriate assistance and unsure the lawful apprehension and arrest of criminal offenders as required by law.
    • Perform vehicle stops, including checking for proper licensing and registration, enforce traffic laws and speed limits, issue warnings and/or citations, administer roadside sobriety tests as necessary, and effect arrests as warranted.
    • Respond to and investigate traffic accidents. Assess extent of personal injuries, request emergency assistance, aid the injured, regulate and direct traffic, escort emergency vehicles and assist stranded motorists.  Tag and dispose of abandoned vehicles as needed.
    • Pursue suspect in vehicle and/or on foot, subdue and arrest suspects, advise of constitutional rights, search suspects/arrestees, seize weapons and/or contraband, and transport to detention facility.
    • Respond to residential and business alarms, investigate potential unlawful activity and initiate appropriate action to properly enforce applicable laws and/or protect the lives and property of the public.
    • Investigate misdemeanors and felony complaints for crimes against people, animals and/or property and missing persons.  Investigate illegal possession, distribution, and sale of controlled substances.
    • Maintain knowledge of criminal activities in the area.
    • Secure, protect, and document crime scenes.  Collect and preserve evidence, maintain chain of custody of evidence.  Locate witnesses of criminal activities, interview and/or interrogate witnesses/suspects, and protect and/or counsel victims and witnesses.
    • Conduct searches of both persons and property with and without a warrant in accordance with the law.
    • Prepare and submit to superiors all required reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
    • Inspect condition of assigned vehicle and equipment and maintain uniform in a neat and professional manner.
    • Maintain confidentiality and security of information/cases.
    • Serve on 24-hour call for emergencies and respond to emergencies from an off-duty status.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE
    • Must be at least 21 years of age.
    • Completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy for law enforcement officers.  Possession of or ability to obtain handgun/firearm certification by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
    • Possession of or ability to obtain/retain First Aid and CPR certification.
    • Ability to meet all Departmental hiring and retention requirements, including passage of a drug screen and written, medical, and psychological exams.
    • Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of the customary practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Department, to perform standardized patrol operations and take authoritative action as situations demand.
    • Thorough knowledge of community geography and police jurisdiction/boundaries, and working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
    • Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment and weapons, including but not limited to computer, keyboard, camera, vehicle, radio, binoculars, breathalyzer, rifle, handgun, shotgun, and handcuffs.
    • Working knowledge of radio frequencies, codes, procedures, and limitations.
    • Ability to work extended, irregular, evening, and/or weekend hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, surveillance or transports, sometimes overnight.
    • Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

    5/3/24


    Housekeeper 

    Part-Time, Monday - Friday, 5-hour shift based on availability - hours are flexible

    Starting Wage: $17.28

    Responsibilities:

    • Clean offices, meeting rooms, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, entrances and elevators, including emptying trash cans, cleaning table tops, dusting, cleaning and polishing furniture, upholstery, walls, doors and woodwork, blinds, windows and window sills.
    • Clean and disinfect bathrooms
    • Vacuum, sweep, mop and dust

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE
    • Pre-employment drug screen and background check
    • Able to stay on task and work independently
    • Ability to work near chemicals, fumes, odors, dust and dirt
    • Ability to stand for long periods of time, lifting/carrying under 25 lbs, bending, crouching/kneeling, reaching, handling/grasping/carrying objects and pushing/pulling.

    5/3/24


    Work Release Officer 

    Full-Time - 40 hours - Varying schedule

    Starting Wage: $21.52

    Responsibilities:

    • Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
    • Check inmates in and out of facility to be released for work, give breathalyzer tests, and search for weapons and other contraband when returning to the facility.  Perform weekly comparison of inmates work hours and time spent out of facility.
    • Drive inmates to bank and court.  Maintain contact with inmates utilizing Sunday pass.
    • Dispense prescribed medications and maintain accurate medication logs.
    • Perform booking procedures for new inmates, including performing drug test, assigning room, and logging personal information into master file.
    • Maintain accurate files and paperwork, including medical and medication logs, room assignments, and master file.
    • Monitor inmates' activities and behaviors, ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, and report all unusual and/or unruly activity to appropriate supervisor.
    • Regularly inspect facility, ensuring security and monitoring the general health and welfare condition of inmates, and ensuring cleanliness and security of cell areas.  Regularly search rooms, checking for illegal content, weapons, or other contraband.
    • Answer telephone and greet jail office visitors, determine nature of call, respond to inquiries regarding detainee of the facility and/or route caller to appropriate person or department.
    • Maintain inventory of supplies, ordering when needed.
    • Make copies of inmate check stubs to ensure rent is paid and determine weekly fees.
    • Perform related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    • High School diploma/HSE
    • Ability to meet all employer and Departmental hiring requirements, including passage of a drug screen.
    • Working knowledge of and ability to use all assigned Department equipment, including computer, breathalyzer, and drug/narcotic identification kit.
    • Ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self and other individuals in the workplace.
    • Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information and records according to state requirements.
    • Ability to work irregular, extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.
    • Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

    5/3/24


    Confinement Officer - (Jailer)

    Full Time - 40 hours - Schedule Varies

    Starting Wage: $23.83

    Responsibilities:

    • Serve as Jail Officer for the Kosciusko County Jail, responsible for maintaining security and order within the facility.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma/HSE
    • Enforce local, state and federal laws by implementing effective policy to protect the lives and property of the people.
    • Maintain interior and exterior security of jail facility, including monitoring surveillance cameras, operating electronic and digital door controls, monitoring activities of detainees, and conducting patrols.  Maintain accurate accounting of all detainees, including conducting periodic cell checks, roll calls, head counts of detainees in assigned areas and opening and closing of cell block doors.
    • Perform booking procedures of individuals being detained, including photographing, fingerprinting, entering required information on the computer, completing required forms and intake reports, receiving and receipting money and personal property, and searching detainees for weapons and contraband.  Register sex offenders.
    • Perform bonding procedures by completing required forms, receiving and receipting bond money, writing check to Clerk of the Courts, returning personal belongings and releasing detainee.
    • Oversee detainee in allowable activities, such as telephone calls, commissary purchases, counsel, and family visitations.  Distribute daily meals and ensure all trays are removed from cellblocks.  Ensure personal hygiene of detainees and cleanliness of cell areas, accounting for all cleaning supplies and equipment issued to detainees.
    • Provide detainees with prescribed medications according to orders of physician. Follow department procedures to ensure detainees receive proper medical attention.
    • Ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations, record and report inappropriate behavior to appropriate department personnel, and take appropriate action to correct any problems that arise.  Properly secure and/or physically restrain violent and uncontrollable detainees as situations demand.
    • Transport and/or escort individuals detained by the County to various locations including court, Department of Corrections, or medical facilities and hospitals, appointments, recreation, library and other meeting activities.
    • Supervise and direct daily activities of Trustees, including making work assignment and assuring proper accomplishments of duties.
    • Respond to inquiries from family members, attorneys and members of the general public regarding visitation and status of individual detainees.
    • Respond to detainee grievances following established chain of command procedures.
    • Maintain and update institution logs, incident reports, daily activity reports, booking/release records and medical records.  Submit all reports and summaries of activities according to established Department deadlines.
    • Receive, sort and log incoming and outgoing mail and personal items for detainees as required.

    5/3/24


    Kosciusko County Government is an equal opportunity employer
      
    Applications can be found on this website or in the Human Resources Department on the first floor of the Courthouse, 100 W Center Street, Warsaw, IN. Applications should be submitted to the Human Resources Department.

    Bad Checks

    A Message From
    Prosecuting Attorney J. Brad Voelz

    As your Prosecuting Attorney, naturally I am always concerned about the negative impact of bad checks passed to local businesses. Millions of dollars are lost nationally by merchants as a result of this ongoing problem. Bad checks affect everyone in terms of higher consumer costs that must be passed on to offset losses, and increased taxes to cover the additional costs for law enforcement and prosecution.

    In an effort to combat this problem, I have organized the Bad Check Recovery Program to assist local merchants with bad check losses. The primary goal of the program is to obtain full restitution for the victim without adding to the financial burden of the criminal justice system.  Also, to assist you in reducing your risk in accepting a bad check or to determine whether your bad check is eligible for the Bad Check Recovery Program, you should review the acceptance tips and program eligibility form.

    Your interest and participation in this special program will benefit all law-abiding citizens and help your business improve its bottom line!

     Bad Check Recovery Program

    6 EASY STEPS

    1.     Once the check has been dishonored by the bank, make sure that the check is not any of the following:  a two-party, payroll, or credit card; partially re-paid check; fraudulent or stamped 'lost', 'stolen', 'stop payment', or 'forged'; Check written over 180 days ago; pre/post-dated or altered checks; check you agreed to hold before depositing; check passed outside of Kosciusko County; check which is repayment of loan or civil contract agreement.

    2.      Complete the Bad Check Crime Report.  Attach the original check(s) or bank-generated substitute check and the notice from the banking institution indicating the reason that the check was dishonored to the completed form.  You MUST retain photocopies of all check(s) submitted and notification documents, such as return receipts and bank notices.  Also, you should remember that whenever you inquire about the status of this check(s) with the Prosecutors Office, you must refer to the check number and maker's name. 

    3.      Mail the completed bad check crime report form with the attachments described in step #2 above to:
    Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
    Bad Check Recovery Program
    121 N.Lake St.
    Warsaw, IN 46580

    4.      Once the check(s) has been sent to our office, in the event that the maker of the check should contact you, you MUST direct that person to our office immediately.  DO NOT accept payments.  The Prosecuting Attorney's Office collects a fee for Kosciusko County which you will be responsible to pay if you collect from the maker.

    5.      In the event we procure payment from the maker of the check, we will mail the payment by way of money order to the address you provided on the bad check crime report.  The money order will contain the amount of the check plus a $25.00 service fee.

    6.      The Prosecuting Attorneys Office mails a recovery notice to the maker of the check on the Thursday following the receipt of the check submitted by you.  If you have not received a payment from the Prosecuting Attorneys Office within 17 days following that Thursday mailing, you must contact the Bad Check Recovery Administrator, 372-2419, to discuss criminal prosecution against the maker. 

    Board of Finance

    The Kosciusko County Board of Finance governs the finance policies of Kosciusko County.  The Board of Finance is made up of the three County Commissioners and the County Treasurer who serves as the Secretary of the Board of Finance.  The board adopts an investment policy annually which is the guide to how county funds are to be managed by the County Treasurer. If you have questions concerning the Board of Finance Investment Policy, please feel free to contact the County Treasurer's Office at 574-372-2370.
     

        Employers

        The State of Indiana requires an Income Withholding Order (IWO) in every child support case.  The Federal Program rules also require us to send a National Medical Support Notice (NMSN) if the person who pays support is also required to have medical insurance for the child(ren).  Like the IWO, the NMSN is an order to place the child on the employer sponsored medical insurance under certain conditions.
         Employee or Independent Contractor, or maybe a Gig employee?  Be advised that the provision of the Indiana Code relating to Income Withholding Orders defines income as follows:  "Income" means anything of value owed to an obligor."
         
        Indiana Code §31-18-1-6.  If you pay over to the person indicated any funds, you must withhold as required by the Order.  Employers who have questions concerning how to pay, and any changes to their information on file with the Child Support Bureau, should call the kidsline at 1-800-840-8757.
         
        View and print the available list of Forms for Parents and Employers available at the State of Indiana's website.

        Drug Court

        Drug Court Logo

        The mission of the Kosciusko County Drug Court program is to offer a sentencing alternative for offenders addicted to, or abusing illicit drugs through a multi-disciplinary and collaborative intensive rehabilitative services approach.  Drug Court works through service providers to reduce use of and demand for illicit drugs.  

        Fees included for participation:

        • Initial Fee:  $100.00 (one-time)
        • Monthly Fee:  $50.00/month (recurring)
        • Drug Screen Fee:  $20.00 per drug screen

        E-Recording

         E-Recording is available in our county.  Please visit:

        Simplifile

        ePN

        CSC

        Demand Notices

        Demand Notices - Personal Property and Mobile Homes

        Each year after the May tax payment deadline, personal properties and mobile homes that are delinquent from the prior year will be subject to a $5 demand fee.  If not paid within 60 days from the date of the demand, the demand will become a certified judgment to the Kosciusko County Clerk of the Courts.  After the demand fee is attached to the property, the payment is turned over to American Financial Credit Services and an additional percentage collection fee is added.  After certification payments must be made to American Financial Credit Services, 10333 N Meridian St., Suite 270, Indianapolis, IN 46290  Phone 1-888-317-2327.  Daily interest will be applied.  

        Please call the Kosciusko County Treasurer's Office at 574-372-2370.   

        Drug Testing Information

        Drug Screen Phone:  800-494-1250

        Drug Screen website:  drugchecktest.com

        • In the even that the system could not be reached or was busy, you must continue checking the system until you are successful or use drugchecktest.com. Failure to check-in will be tracked in the system as a missed test.
        • Drug Testing Hours:  
          • Monday - Friday:  10:00am to 11:00am OR 2:45pm to 3:45pm
          • Saturday and Sunday:  10:00am - If you show up after 10:00am, it will be considered a POSITIVE test.
          • Holidays:  10:00am - If you show up after 10:00am, it will be considered a POSITIVE test.

        I'm related to/caring for a Veteran

        Caring for those who have served is its own kind of service to our country. Learn more about benefits you may be entitled to for your service. Kosciusko County VSO can provide you further assistance with questions, applications or claims when you are ready.

        Interstate Child Support

        The Federal Government, all the states, and many countries have established a uniform set of laws governing how to handle child support cases when the parents do not live in the same state or country.  The rules are technical and complex.  If you have a question about an case where multiple states are involved and one of the parties lives in Kosciusko County, or the Order is from Kosciusko County, please reach out to us.  [email protected] 

        If you need other assistance related to child support, please use one of these forms:

        Custodial Parent Child Support Action request

        Non-Custodial Parent Child Support Request Form

        Lake-Level Data

        AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE

        Established legal lake level elevations, base flood elevations (lakes and streams), USGS water resource data, DNR geodetic control data (sea level bench marks), FEMA flood hazard boundary maps, and Tippecanoe River elevations.

        Fee Schedule

        KOSCIUSKO COUNTY RECORDER

        100 W. CENTER ST. ROOM 203

        WARSAW, IN 46580

        574-372-2360

          

         MORTGAGE                                                                55.00

         ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS                                        25.00

        *Including UCC filings

        *Fee includes 1 oversized page and 1 mailing for Mechanic’s Liens

         

        Additional pages exceeding 8.5” x14”                           5.00

        Each additional mailing (Mechanic’s Liens)                  2.00

         

        COPY FEES                

        Page not exceeding 11”x 17”                                            1.00

        Page exceeding 11”x17”                                                    5.00

        Certification                                                                         5.00

         

        Child Support

        J. Brad Voelz, Prosecuting Attorney

                                                logo

        The Kosciusko Child Support Enforcement Office is a division of the Kosciusko Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

        Introduction

        In 1975, Congress enacted legislation under the Social Security Act (Title IV-D) to require the states to establish programs to establish paternity and establish and collect child support orders for both AFDC (Aid to Families with Dependent Children) and non-AFDC cases. The State of Indiana contracts with local county prosecutor's offices to provide these services. In addition to paternity duties and establishing and enforcing child support, this office also establishes orders for health insurance where appropriate and regularly deals with other issues related to child support such as modification of support, emancipation questions, locating absent parents, review and adjustment of support orders, support in foster care cases, collection of medical reimbursement for parents and criminal felony nonsupport cases.

        Establishment and Enforcement Tools

        Delinquent child support may be enforced either through civil administrative remedies, civil judicial remedies or, last but not least, criminal charges for Nonsupport of a Dependent Child.

        Civil Administrative Actions

        Paternity can be established through a Paternity Affidavit. Once certain time periods have passed, the affidavit has the same effect as a judicial finding of paternity and can be enforced as such. In a child support action, pursuant to Indiana law, the Court is required to issue an immediate Income Withholding Order to collect child support. Therefore, every case must have an Income Withholding Order to take the support out of the person's pay, unless the Court makes certain findings of fact, including a finding that it is in the best interest of the child for income withholding not to occur. Almost all cases have income withholding and once child support has been established, child support caseworkers directly issue Income Withholding Orders to the employer of a payor, without going through the Court System. Through the Indiana State Child Support Computer Network, the child support caseworkers automatically implement various enforcement tools such as interception of tax refunds, interception of lottery winnings, unemployment withholding, and denial of passport applications, implementation of automobile liens and reporting of delinquencies to the credit bureau. 
         

        Judicial Remedies

        Paternity can also be established by the filing of a paternity action in Court. The parties are given the chance to have a DNA test and if paternity is established, the Court may order the payment of reimbursement for Past Public Assistance to the State of Indiana, establish a current child support order that is made retroactive to the date of the filing of the Petition for Paternity, establish a health insurance order and deal with such issues as custody, visitation, name change, etc. The State of Indiana is, of course, only involved in those issues related to child support. 

        In situations where paternity is not an issue, then child support may be established through the filing of a Petition for Support. If a child support order has already been issued, a Petition to Modify Support may be filed in order to change said support. In Indiana, support continues until the child reaches the age of 21 years. Prior to that time, the support can only be changed by court order upon application of either party. 

        Child Support may be enforced through the judicial remedy of Contempt of Court. If a delinquent payor is found to be in contempt for failure to pay support, the Court may order the person to serve time in the Monroe County Jail, require the person to do Road Crew, or use any other sanctions within the Court's powers. In addition, if the delinquency meets certain criteria, the Court must suspend the driver's license of the person. However, the license suspension may be placed on hold on condition that the person complies with the child support order in the future.

        Criminal Nonsupport of a Dependent Child

        According to Indiana Code 35-46-1-5, it is a Class D Felony if a person fails to support a dependent child. The crime is elevated to a Class C felony if the support delinquency is over $15,000. The child support division files and prosecutes cases of Nonsupport of a Dependent Child on a regular basis. The sentence in such cases depends on the facts of that particular case; however, defendants are normally placed on probation under detailed terms, including, of course, the requirement that they pay current support as well as an amount toward the support arrearage. If a Defendant fails to abide by the terms of probation, that defendant may serve time in the Monroe County Jail or the Indiana Department of Corrections.

        Application for Services

        TANF (Temporary Aid to Needy Families) recipients do not need to file an application since part of the TANF procedure is an assignment of support rights to the State of Indiana. TANF cases are opened automatically through an interface with the Office of Family and Children and persons involved will be contacted. Recipients of Child Medicaid or Hoosier Healthwise may be referred if they so desire at the time of application for those benefits. Other persons wishing to use the child support services must fill out an application which is available here:  Link to Application

        If you need assistance from the Child Support Division, please complete one of these forms:

        Custodial Parent Child Support Action request

        Non-Custodial Parent Child Support Request Form
         

        Employee Information

        This page contains information for current employees of Kosciusko County Government.

         

        Want to schedule an appointment at the employee clinic, here is a link to the scheduling software. 

        Medical Administrator:  Auxiant  www.auxiant.com

        Network:  Cigna www.cigna.com

        Prescription:  True Rx www.truerx.com

        PERF: www.in.gov/inprs  update address and beneficiaries

        Below are medical related notices that, as an employer, Kosciusko County Government is required to provide the information to all employees.  ALL OF THIS CAN BE ACCESSED ON EMPLOYEE NAVIGATOR.

        Superior Court 2

        The court was established in 1976 and is currently resided over by The Honorable Torrey Bauer, Judge, commenced his term on January 1, 2015.

        Map & Geographic Data

         

        The following are available in the County Surveyor's Office: 

        AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHS FOR THE FOLLOWING YEARS

        • 1938
        • 1951
        • 1957
        • 1965
        • 1974
        • 1981
        • 1985
        • 1991 & 1992
        • 1996
        • 2002
        • 2005
        • 2008
        COUNTY DRAIN WATERSHED MAPS
         
        U.S.G.S. QUADRANGLE MAPS
         
        LAKE MAPS WITH LAKE DEPTHS (DNR)
         
        KOSCIUSKO COUNTY ROAD MAPS
         
        WETLAND INVENTORY MAPS
         
        SOIL MAPS
         
        FEMA FLOOD HAZARD MAPS.
         
        RAILROAD PLANS/MAPS (LIMITED)
         
        INDIANA STATE HIGHWAY MAPS/PLANS
         
        This drain was approved by the Drainage Board for annual maintenance on 9/22/2011

        Non-Custodial Parents

        Child Support Program services are for both parents-Whether or not the child resides with you or not. Even if you pay support, you can apply for services, or ask to modify child support already ordered.  By working closely with the Prosecutor's Office, a person who pays child support can avoid or minimize issues that may arise regarding their child support case and/or child support payments.

        Applications for service are available from the State of Indiana  Link to Application.  Completed Applications must be brought to your initial meeting with our office. 

        Under Indiana law, parents ordered to pay support are required to pay their court-ordered child support on time and in full. If you cannot meet the full obligation or cannot make the court-ordered payments contact this office as soon as possible to avoid or minimize any adverse actions that may be taken.  

        View and print the available list of Forms for Parents and Employers

        If you need assistance, please use on of these forms:

        Custodial Parent Child Support Action request

        Non-Custodial Parent Child Support Request Form

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        Personal Property

        Personal property taxes are levied against all tangible personal property used in a trade or business, used for the production of income, or held as an investment that should be or is subject to depreciation for federal income tax purposes including but not limited to mobile homes (not on permanent foundations), billboards, and materials for use in production. Inventory is no longer taxed.

        Personal property values are assessed January 1 of every year and are self reported by property owners to the County Assessor using prescribed state forms. The completed personal property return must be filed with the local County Assessor no later than May 15. Taxes on the reported values are due in two installments in May and November of the following year.
         
        Downloadable Personal Property Forms
        • Form102 Farmer's Tangible Personal Property Assessment Return
        • Form 103 Short Business Tangible Personal Property Return
        • Form 103 Long Business Tangible Personal Property Assessment Return
        • Form 104 Business Tangible Personal Property Return (Cover Page)
        • Form 106 Schedule of Adjustments to Business Tangible Personal Property Return

        For additional Personal Property Forms Click Here

        To Return to the Assessor Home Page 

        Superior Court 3

        The court was established in 1997 and is currently resided over by the Honorable Chad M. Miner, Judge, who commenced his term on January 1, 2021.

        Mobile Home Transfers

        The County Treasurer's office is glad to help with questions related to mobile home permits.  If you have questions, please feel free to contact the County Treasurer's Office at 574-372-2370.
        MOBILE HOME TITLE TRANSFER
        Effective January 15, 2013 there will be a $10 fee for Mobile Home Permits.
        Permits are required for all transfers and moving of mobile homes.
        If the mobile home is no longer owned by the person listed on the assessment notice, the owner must bring the mobile home title to the County Treasurer's Office and apply for a Mobile Home Title Transfer Permit. All property tax must be paid to obtain the permit including property taxes assessed to previous owners.
        It is vital that mobile home transfers be obtained to prevent the titled owner from being saddled with future taxes after ownership has transferred. Advising the County Assessor of the transfer will not transfer the assessment records to the new owner.
        The only way to accomplish this is to apply for a Title Transfer Permit through the County Treasurer's Office.
        MOBILE HOME TITLE TRANSFER
        Upon receipt of the Mobile Home Title Transfer from the County Treasurer's Office it must be taken along with the title to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the transfer of the title to be completed.
        LOST TITLE
        If the title is lost for the mobile home, you will need to contact the law enforcement division serving your residence to request a VIN check. The officer will complete a form indicating the VIN number on the mobile home so the Bureau of Motor Vehicles can track the mobile home ownership in their records. You will need a Mobile Home Permit showing the taxes have been paid on the mobile home. With the location of the mobile home, the Treasurer's Office will be able to identify the last owner assessed for the mobile home. All property tax must be paid to obtain the permit including property taxes assessed to previous owners. You would need to apply for a duplicate or replacement title at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
        FAILURE TO PAY MOBILE HOME TAX DEMAND NOTICES/JUDGMENTS/PAYMENTS TO AFCS
        Mobile home tax not paid within one year of being billed will receive a DEMAND NOTICE. Failure to pay the demand will result in the taxes being certified to the Clerk of the Courts as a judgment.  The tax amount certified continues to have additional penalties added on a daily basis. Payment for judgments may be made by phone through AFCS at 1-888-317-2327 or may be mailed to AFCS, 10333 N Meridian St., Suite 270, Indianapolis, IN 46290.

        Infraction Deferral Program

         INFRACTION DEFERRAL PROGRAM

        The Traffic Infraction Deferral Program is offered through the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office. It is available to qualified drivers for the dual purposes of promoting safe driving and allowing the driver to avoid any additional points on his/her driving record through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

        You may qualify to participate in the traffic infraction Deferral program if you:

        • do NOT hold a commercial driver's license (CDL)
        • If you are an out-of-state driver, you must provide us with a copy of your current State driving record with your completed Infraction Deferral Agreement
        • Received only one ticket (if 2 or more tickets, must get prosecutor's approval)
        • Were 18 years of age or older at the time the ticket was received
        • Were not going more than 25 mph over the posted speed limit
        • Were not going more that 15 mph over within a 45mph zone on U.S.30 
        • Were not speeding in a work zone or a school zone 
        • Received a ticket which is approved for the program
        • The most common types of tickets that qualify are:
          • Speeding up to 25 mph over the posted speed limit (not in school zone or work zone and not in a special speed zone on U.S.30)
          • Disregarding a traffic light or a stop sign or a yield sign (not on U.S. 30)
          • Following too closely
          • Driving left of center
          • Unsafe lane movement
          • NOT an offense involving an accident, passing a school bus, failing to yield to an emergency vehicle, no insurance, or any other eight-point offense (as designated by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles)

        Eligibility is at the complete discretion of the Kosciusko County Prosecutor.  Any driver may be made ineligible for any reason by the Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney.

        The Staff of the Prosecutor's Office will review your ticket to determine if you are eligible.  If you are eligible, you will receive information on enrolling in the program.

        To participate in the Infraction Deferral Program, you may come in person to the Kosciusko County Clerk's Office, 121 N. Lake St., Warsaw, IN 46580 from 8:30AM - 4:00 PM.  Bring the Deferral Form and the fee identified by the Prosecutor's Office in the form of cash, cashier's check, certified check, or money order made payable to the Clerk of Kosciusko County. You do this instead of paying the ticket (i.e. do not pay the ticket and then bring in the deferral form).  The effective date of this agreement will be the date the Clerk of Kosciusko County receives the signed agreement and the payment.  If you comply with the terms of deferral agreement then you will not accumulate any additional points on your BMV driving record.  If you fail to comply with any of the terms of the agreement, the ticket may be re-filed with the Court.  If that happens the deferral fee is forfeited and you will need to either pay the ticket, or contest it.

        To participate in the Infraction Deferral Program by mail, you may complete the documents sent to you and return them to the Clerk of the Court.

        Receipts are not automatically sent out, so in order to receive verification of your payment, you must include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your payment and a receipt will be returned to you.

        The deadline to participate in the Infraction Deferral Program is the due date on the ticket, also referred to as the court appearance date. Therefore, you must come in person to the Kosciusko County Clerk's Office OR mail the signed agreement and fee on or before the due date. 

        If you have a question that has not been addressed above, you may call the prosecutor's office at (574) 372-2419. Have your ticket handy when you call.   

        I'm a Survivor/Next of Kin (My Veteran has passed away)

        The loss of a Veteran is a loss shared by a grateful nation. Learn more about benefits to memorialize and commemorate your Veteran's service, as well as Survivor Benefits to which you might be entitled (eligibility requirements differ).

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        FAQ's

        1. How soon before my sentencing date do I need to turn in my application?
          • In order to have your application received and interview process completed, you sould submit your application at least 2 - 3 weeks in advance.
        2. Where can I get an application?
          • Applications can be picked up at the Community Corrections office, located at 121 N Lake Street, Warsaw or downloaded here.
        3. What if I am sentenced in one case but have pending cases?
          • You must be fully sentenced in all cases before beginning your time on home detention.
        4. How do I pay my fees for my home detention?
          • Home Detention fees can be paid by cash, cashiers check or money order in person at the office located at 121 N Lake Street, Warsaw or at PAY HERE.
        5. How much money do I need to start Home Detention?
          • If you live in Kosciusko County, are going to serve a Kosciusko County sentence, and have been accepted into the Home Detention program, it is $400.00 to begin.  If you are transferring your case to another county, it is $250.00 to transfer to another county.
        6. I am currently on the Home Detention program but I can not get into contact with my officer at this time.  What do I do?
          • You should call the emergency hotline/on-call number at (574) 265-5484.


        Superior Court 4

        The court was established as of July 1, 2019 and is currently resided over by The Honorable Christopher D. Kehler, commenced his term on July 1, 2019.

        Return to County Clerk


        Pre-Trial Diversion Program

        What is the Pre-trial Diversion Program (PDP)?

        The Pre-trial Diversion Program (PDP) is a program offered at the discretion of the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office.  It may be offered to defendants without significant prior criminal records who have been charged with certain offenses.  The program requires a defendant to complete a specific set of requirements, and, upon successful completion, the defendant's charges will be dismissed.

        What charges are eligible for PDP?

        Certain misdemeanor offenses including (but not limited to) Illegal Consumption or Possession of an Alcoholic Beverage, Public Intoxication, Possession of Marijuana and Check Deception may be considered for participation in the Pre-trial Diversion Program.  Not all people charged with the same crime may be found eligible for the program.  Regardless of the charges filed, eligibility for PDP is not guaranteed and is determined on a case-by-case basis.   

        How do I apply for PDP?

        If you wish to see if you are eligible for the Pretrial Diversion Program, you may download the Pretrial Diversion Program form .  All previous charges, arrests, diversions and convictions must be reported on the Pretrial Diversion Program Form. Failure to do so will result in the case being ineligible or being immediately terminated from diversion. Once you fill out the form, forward it to the Prosecutor's Office either by email at [email protected] or by fax 574.372.2470, or by mail at

                                Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorneys Office

                                PDP Administrator

                                121 N. Lake St.

                                Warsaw, IN 46580

        The Prosecutor staff reviews each report and considers, among other things, the charges involved, the circumstances surrounding the incident and the defendant's prior criminal history to determine if a case is appropriate to be offered PDP. 

        How do I know if I am accepted into PDP?

        After submitting the Pretrial Diversion Program form, the Prosecutor staff will review your form along with other considerations.  If you qualify the PDP contract will be offered to you at your pre-trial hearing.  

        Do I need to show up for my initial court date?

        Yes.  The staff from the Kosciusko County Prosecutor's Office may not speak with a defendant prior to him/her appearing in court and being advised and understanding their Constitutional Rights.  A defendant may contact a defense attorney prior to appearing in court.  At the initial hearing, the defendant will appear before the Judge and enters a plea of either "guilty" or "not guilty."  If a defendant pleads "guilty", then a conviction will be entered on his/her record and he/she will be sentenced accordingly.  If a defendant pleads "not guilty," then the case will be set for a pre-trial conference and a trial date.  The defendant may receive a court appointed attorney (if one is requested) or may hire a private attorney, and the case will continue in court.  Any time after the initial hearing and prior to the pre-trial conference, the defendant may apply for PDP. 

        How much does PDP cost/What do I have to do for PDP?

        The costs and fees associated with PDP vary depending on the requirements a defendant must complete for the program.  Requirements are determined based on the charges filed, circumstances of the case and the defendant's prior criminal background. Requirements differ, based on the offense charged, and may include, but are not limited to, counseling (alcohol/anger management), random drug screening, no contact order, community service, restitution or proof of a valid driver's license. The defendant is responsible for any costs associated with these requirements. These costs are not included in the Pretrial Diversion fee.

        What happens if I am unsuccessful in completing the requirements of PDP?

        If you fail to comply with any of the terms or requirements of the Pretrial Diversion Program, the Prosecuting Attorneys Office may reinstate the original charge with the Court. If this happens, the Diversion fee and all other program fees will be forfeited and you will need to appear at the next scheduled Court hearing to either plead guilty or indicate your desire for a trial date to be scheduled.

        I don't live in Kosciusko County.  Can I still do PDP?

        Most often, yes.  It is not uncommon for PDP defendants to need to try and complete their PDP requirements outside of Kosciusko County, Indiana.  PDP staff will try to assist defendants who are eligible and willing to do PDP.  It does, however, become chiefly the defendant's responsibility to work out where and how he/she will complete the requirements, and he/she must verify with PDP staff before completing requirements that everything is satisfactory. 

        Will PDP keep this incident totally off of my record?

         PDP is designed to help a defendant keep a criminal conviction off his/her record with regard to the offense charged.  If he/she successfully completes the program, the court record will show that the charge was dismissed.  The benefit of PDP is that there is no criminal conviction and the defendant does not plead guilty.  When asked if he/she has ever been convicted of or plead guilty to a criminal offense, a defendant may answer "no" with regard to the charge in a successfully completed PDP case.  However, a record that an arrest occurred, or that the charge was filed in court, will not be expunged or erased.  Police records of an arrest or citation are beyond the control of the Prosecutor's Office.  If a defendant is asked if he/she has ever been charged with a criminal offense, he/she must always answer "Yes."  Upon successful completion of the program, a defendant may specify that the charge was dismissed.  In that case, when a background check is run the court record will show that an order of conditional dismissal was issued and the case was closed.  

        Payment Options

        PAY IN PERSON AT COURTHOUSE
        Payments may be paid at the Treasurer's Office by cash, check, money order or by Debit/Credit card. Convenience  fee is charged by the payment processor at time of card payments. Checks must be made payable to the "Kosciusko County Treasurer." Two party checks are not accepted. NSF checks will be charged a $25 fee and will be turned over to the Kosciusko County Prosecutor in 30 days if not paid in full.  Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
        OUTSIDE DROP BOX
        Payments may be dropped in the drop box on the West side of the Courthouse on Lake Street during the Spring and Fall collections.  The box is available during tax collection dates with no postage required.  Blank envelopes are provided as a courtesy in the smaller mail box for payment. Your cancelled check is your receipt.
        PAY BY MAIL
        Payments mailed are considered timely based on the POSTMARK. If you are mailing on the due date, please have the post office hand cancel your envelope to insure the postmark is the correct date.
        You may mail payments to:
        Kosciusko County Treasurer
        PO Box 1764
        Warsaw, IN 46581
        SPRING PAYMENTS
        When making your spring payment please include the Spring copy.  Your cancelled check is your receipt.
        PAYING SPRING AND FALL IN THE SPRING
        If you want to pay your taxes for the year in the spring, please include both the Spring and Fall Copy. Your cancelled check is your receipt.
        FALL PAYMENTS
        When making your fall payment please include the Fall Copy. 
        Your cancelled check is your receipt.
        ISSUING CHECKS FROM YOUR BANK BILL PAY ACCOUNT
        You can setup an automatic payment through your bank with online bill pay. Please be sure to allow enough time for your bank to prepare the check and have it postmarked by the due date.  Please be sure to list your Tax ID# or Duplicate number on your check for reference.  If you are paying more than one parcel please list each Tax ID# or Duplicate number so that your payment can be properly posted.
        PAY AT PARTICIPATING BANKS  
        Lake City Bank is the only bank that is authorized to accept tax payments. You don't have to have an account there to make your tax payment. Make your check payable to Kosciusko County Treasurer. Please take your whole tax bill with you so they can validate your receipt. Lake City Bank will accept your payment at least 2 weeks prior and up to the due date. They are not able to accept your payment after the due date passes.
        PAY ONLINE TAXES ONLINE
        Visit https://govpayments.com/in_kosciusko to pay taxes online.
         
        If you have further questions, please feel free to contact the Kosciusko County Treasurer's Office at 1-574-372-2370.

        Property Tax Assessment BOA

         
         
        What is the Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA)?
         

        Once a taxpayer has filed written notice of appeal, the local official is statutorily required to forward that written notice to the county PTABOA, which will hear the taxpayer's appeal and issue a written determination. A board of county commissioners may determine whether to have a 3 or 5 member PTABOA. The county assessor is a non-voting member of the PTABOA regardless of the number of members. In a county with a 5 member PTABOA, the commissioners appoint 3 freehold members and the county council appoints 2 members. In a county with a 3 member PTABOA, the county council will appoint 1 individual and the commissioners will appoint 2 freehold members so that not more than 2 of the members of the entire board may be of the same political party. Additionally, at least 2 of the members must be residents of the county.

         

         To Return to the Assessor Home Page Click Here
         
         
         

        Section Corners on Beacon Web Site

        Section Corners are currently being updated and maintained on the Beacon website. These are being updated in conjunction with the Section Corner Book, the State Coordinates, and the Field Books as the Section Corners are located. Instruction on accessing this information is listed below.

        Section Corners

        Above is an example of Section Corner data as displayed on the Beacon website.

        A: This is the Section Corner Book Page.  By clicking on "Section Corner Book" under Topics of Interest, you can then choose the correct township and find the corresponding page within the PDF

        B: This is the Field Book and Field Book Page number.  By clicking on "Section Corner Field Books" under Topics of Interest, you can choose the correct field book and find the corresponding page within the PDF

        C: This is the date (if available) that GPS coordinates were taken of this section corner.  If a date is available, click on "Section Corner State Coordinates" under Topics of Interest and find the corresponding date and Section Corner within the PDF.

        Note: Section Corner data is periodically reviewed and may not be completely up-to-date.  Furthermore, the icons are not in the exact location of the section corners.  They are offset slightly. Additional Section Corner information is available in the County Surveyor's Office.

        Section Corner Etna Green
        Section Corner found in Etna Green Dated July 16, 1857
        Section Corner 12-34-2
          Section 12 Township 32 North Range 4 East
        NE 9-33-6
        NE Section 9 Township 33 N Range 6 East
         

        Notice of Appeal

        To File a Notice of Appeal, please contact the PROPER Court and Court Reporter:

        CIRCUIT COURT
        Jill Miner at [email protected]
        SUPERIOR COURT NO. 1
        Kathy Perkins at [email protected]
        SUPERIOR COURT NO. 2
        Leisa Norman at [email protected]
                         OR
        Penni Harris at [email protected]
        SUPERIOR COURT NO. 3
        Jennifer Ganshorn at [email protected]
                        OR
        Debi McFadden at [email protected]

        Teen Court

        Teen Court is a court for teens conducted by their peers.   It is an alternative to the juvenile court system for teens who have committed specific types of non-violent misdemeanors or school infractions and it is based on the concept of restorative justice.  Restorative justice seeks to hold the offender accountable to repair the damage done by his or her offense and address the cause of the offense rather than simply punish the offender. 

        In Teen Court, student volunteers act in various roles in the courtroom including as prosecuting and defense attorneys and as members of a peer jury.  The teen court helps set individualized sanctions for each offender in hopes of repairing relationships in the community and providing resources to improve future decision making.  In return for volunteering their time, the student volunteers learn about the judicial process and community resources and can gain new perspectives and develop useful analytical and communication skills.  

        Property Tax Info & Forms

        KOSCIUSKO COUNTY TAX BILLS

        Property taxes in Kosciusko County will be due May 10, 2024 and November 12, 2024. Payments may be made in person at the Treasurer's Office located in the Courthouse at 100 W Center Street, 2nd Floor Warsaw, In 46580. There is a ground level entrance on the west side of the Courthouse with access to the elevator to take taxpayers to the second floor. A drop box for payments is also available during the Spring and Fall tax collections on the West side of the old Courthouse at the handicapped entrance.  

        Payment options are cash, check or money order. Debit and credit cards are taken in the office but require an additional convenience fee. 

        If payments are mailed, they should be sent to Kosciusko County Treasurer, PO Box 1764, Warsaw, IN 46581. Spring payments must be postmarked by May 10, 2024. Fall payments must be postmarked by November 12, 2024. If you are mailing your payment on the due date we strongly suggest that you take the envelope inside the post office and have it hand cancelled. Payments received with a post mark after due dates  are subject to penalties. 

        Taxes may be paid at all Lake City Bank branches, with the original tax bill and no prior delinquencies. 

        Taxpayers with questions about their tax bills may contact the Kosciusko County Treasurer's Office at 1-574-372-2370.

        Victims Assistance

        VICTIM ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 

        It is the responsibility of our office to defend the rights of crime victims. Our mission is to assist crime victims through the, often daunting maze, of the criminal justice system.  Upon your request, we will keep you informed of the status of your case, seek your input before disposition of the case, pursue restitution and assist you in locating and obtaining help from community resources and social service agencies.

        If you have questions about any of the information provided or the services mentioned, don't hesitate to call the Victim Assistance Coordinator of the Kosciusko County Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Assistance Program at (574) 372-2419 or by email at [email protected].
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        VINE is the nation’s leading victim notification network. It allows survivors, victims of crime, and other concerned citizens to access timely and reliable information about offenders or criminal cases in U.S. jails and prisons.

        Protection order efile Start a request for a protection order by filing online.
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        Indiana SAVIN stands for Statewide Automated Victim Information & Notification. The Indiana SAVIN program is a free, automated hotline that provides crime victims with vital information and notification 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This service will allow you to obtain offender information and to register for notification of a change in offender status, such as offender release. All registrations through Indiana SAVIN are kept completely confidential.

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        Refunds/Surplus

        SURPLUS REFUNDS
        Surplus refunds are available two times a year following the May  and November tax collections. Letters will be sent by the County Treasurer to the owner of record of properties that have over-payments exceeding the total taxes due for the year. The refund may or may not be owed to the owner of record.
        REASONS FOR SURPLUS
        There are several things that may cause surplus taxes including the following:
        Taxes were paid at a real estate closing or a refinance and again on the tax due date. A correction was made to the taxes due after the taxes were paid in full. A payment was made on an incorrect parcel. A buyer and seller both paid a tax installment in error.
        PROOF OF SURPLUS
        Because of the above stated reasons for surplus, it is important that the rightful person receive the refund. It is for that reason that a taxpayer is asked to provide proof that they are entitled to the refund. The County Treasurer's Office has the ability to locate some checks and statements depending on where they were paid. If you believe you are entitled to a refund, but are unable to locate the appropriate receipts, please contact the County Treasurer's Office for assistance at 574-372-2370.
        CLAIMING SURPLUS
        Taxpayers may apply for the surplus refund by sending or bringing the surplus notice letter plus all receipts to the Kosciusko County Treasurer's Office, 100 W Center St., RM 215, Warsaw, IN 46580. Following the review of the information provided a claim form will be prepared by the Treasurer's Office and delivered to the Auditor's Office for payment. The payment will be processed within approximately six weeks.