Switzerland County Sex Offender Registry
The Switzerland County sex offender registry is maintained by the Switzerland County Sheriff's Office in Vevay, Indiana. You can search all registered sex and violent offenders in Switzerland County for free through the statewide iCrimeWatch portal or by contacting the sheriff's office directly.
Switzerland County Sex Offender Registry
How to Search the Switzerland County Registry
The fastest way to search sex offenders in Switzerland County is through iCrimeWatch Indiana. This statewide portal is used by all 92 Indiana county sheriffs, including Switzerland County. You can search by name, by address, or by browsing offenders listed specifically in Switzerland County. Address searches show all registered offenders within a one-mile radius of the address you enter. The search is free and open to anyone.
The Switzerland County Sheriff's Office also handles registry inquiries directly. You can call or visit the office in Vevay if you want to ask about a specific person or need help understanding the results you see online. The sheriff's office updates the registry as new registrations come in, so the data in iCrimeWatch reflects current information.
For each offender listed, you will typically see a current photograph, home address, employer address (if applicable), the offense they were convicted of, and any registration conditions that apply to them. The registry also notes whether someone is classified as a sexually violent predator, which affects how often they must verify their registration.
You can also use the national NSOPW portal to search across multiple states at once. This is useful if you want to check someone who has lived in other states. The NSOPW pulls data from each state's official registry, including Indiana's iCrimeWatch system.
Switzerland County Sheriff's Office Contact
Sheriff Brian L. Morton oversees sex offender registration in Switzerland County. The office is located at 405 Liberty Street, Vevay, IN 47043. The main office number is 812-427-3636. The jail line is 812-427-2057. Office fax is 812-427-3244 and the jail fax is 812-427-2081.
If you need to reach someone specifically about sex offender registration, you can email the sex offender registrar and civil processor at emcclellan@scso-in.org. This is the right contact for questions about registration status, address verification, and reporting compliance concerns. You can reach Sheriff Morton directly at bmorton@scso-in.org.
The sheriff's website at scso-in.org has additional contact information and resources. If you are an offender who needs to register or update your registration in Switzerland County, you must appear in person at the sheriff's office. Do not try to handle registration by phone or email alone; in-person appearance is required under Indiana law.
Indiana Sex Offender Registration Law
Indiana's sex offender registry is governed by IC 11-8-8, a law known as Zachary's Law. It took effect January 1, 2003, and was named after Zachary Snider, a child from Cloverdale, Indiana who was killed by a registered sex offender. The law created a uniform, statewide system requiring all 92 counties to keep and publish a public registry of sex and violent offenders.
The Indiana Department of Correction oversees the registry at the state level. Day-to-day operations, including actual registrations and verifications, fall to each county's sheriff's office. The Indiana Sheriffs' Association provides technical support and helps keep data consistent across all counties.
All registrants must report to the Switzerland County Sheriff's Office within 72 hours of being released from incarceration, moving to a new address, starting a new job, or enrolling in school. This 72-hour requirement is strict. Missing the window can result in criminal charges.
Who Must Register in Switzerland County
Anyone convicted of a qualifying sex offense or violent offense under Indiana law must register. Qualifying offenses include rape, child molesting, child exploitation, criminal deviate conduct, sexual misconduct with a minor, voyeurism involving minors, and possession or distribution of child pornography. People convicted of murder under certain circumstances may also be required to register as violent offenders.
Registration applies to people who live, work, or attend school in Switzerland County. An offender who lives in a neighboring county but commutes to work in Switzerland County must still register here. This means offenders near the county line may appear in the Switzerland County registry even if they live elsewhere.
People moving to Indiana from another state with a prior qualifying conviction must register in Indiana within 72 hours of establishing a residence or taking a job here. Indiana does not grant exceptions for out-of-state convictions; if the offense would require registration under Indiana law, you must register.
Registration and Verification Requirements
Registering in Switzerland County requires a personal appearance at the sheriff's office. You must provide your full legal name and any aliases, date of birth, current home address, employer information, vehicle information, and all internet identifiers including email addresses and social media accounts. A photograph is taken at every visit.
Most registered offenders must verify their registration once per year. Sexually violent predators must verify every 90 days. These appointments must be kept. Failure to appear for a verification is treated as a failure to register under IC 11-8-8-17, which is a Level 6 felony. A second offense escalates to a Level 5 felony, which carries a longer prison term.
Standard registration periods last 10 years from the end of the offender's sentence, including probation and parole. Sexually violent predators and those convicted of offenses against children under age 12 must register for life. There is no automatic removal from the registry; offenders must apply to the court if they believe they are eligible for removal after their registration period ends.
Residency Restrictions and Email Alerts
Indiana law limits where certain sex offenders can live. Under IC 35-42-4-11, people classified as offenders against children cannot reside within 1,000 feet of a school, park, or youth program center. This rule applies in Switzerland County just as it does in all other Indiana counties. Violations are charged as Level 6 felonies and can result in prison time.
Offenders are also prohibited from living within one mile of their victim's home. These restrictions can make it difficult to find housing. If you are a registrant with questions about whether a specific address is within a restricted zone, contact the Switzerland County Sheriff's Office before you move.
Free email alerts are available through the NSOPW national portal. You can sign up to receive notifications when a registered offender moves into or out of a specific area. This service is useful for parents, schools, and community organizations that want to stay informed without checking the registry manually. Sign-up is free and takes only a few minutes.