Tipton County Sex Offender Registry
The Tipton County sex offender registry is managed by the Tipton County Sheriff's Office, which serves residents of Tipton County, Indiana with information about registered sex and violent offenders living, working, or attending school in the county. You can search the registry free of charge through iCrimeWatch Indiana or by contacting the sheriff's office directly.
Tipton County Sex Offender Registry
How to Search Tipton County Sex Offenders
The main search tool is iCrimeWatch Indiana. This is the official statewide sex offender portal and it draws data from all 92 Indiana county sheriffs, including Tipton County. You can search by name or by entering an address to see who is registered within one mile of that location. All results include photos, offense details, current address, and registration status. The search is free and does not require creating an account.
The Tipton County Sheriff's Office website also has information about sex offender registration services. You can find the office online at tiptongov.com. If you have a question about a specific person or want to confirm whether someone is currently registered, calling the sheriff's office is the most reliable option. The staff can pull up current records directly from the statewide database.
The sheriff's office states that it is "dedicated to providing the citizens of Tipton County with efficient and effective law enforcement services to ensure their safety, security, and quality of life." Sex offender registry management is part of that commitment. If you see something that concerns you, the office wants to hear from you.
Tipton County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Matthew D. Tebbe leads the Tipton County Sheriff's Office. The office is located at 2300 W Old SR 28, Tipton, IN 46072. The main phone number is (765) 675-7004. You can also reach the non-emergency dispatch line at 765-675-2111. There is an anonymous tip line at 765-675-0788 if you want to report concerns without giving your name.
The fax number is (765) 675-6374. For sex offender registration specifically, you must appear at the sheriff's office in person. Phone calls can answer general questions, but registration itself requires a physical visit. Bring identification and any supporting documents when you come in.
The sheriff's office handles all initial registrations, address changes, employer changes, and periodic verification appointments. If an offender in Tipton County moves, changes jobs, or enrolls in school, the sheriff's office must be notified within 72 hours of that change.
Indiana Sex Offender Law and Tipton County
Indiana's sex offender registry operates under IC 11-8-8, also called Zachary's Law. This law has been in effect since January 1, 2003. It was named after Zachary Snider, a child who was killed by a registered sex offender who had moved to the area without neighbors knowing. The law was created to give Indiana residents access to information about offenders living near them.
The Indiana Department of Correction coordinates the statewide registry system. The Indiana Sheriffs' Association manages the centralized database that all 92 county sheriffs, including Tipton County, use to enter and access registration data. This shared system is what allows iCrimeWatch to display statewide results.
Under this law, the 72-hour registration window is non-negotiable. It starts the moment an offender is released from custody, moves to a new address, or starts working in a new location. Courts treat the deadline seriously, and violations carry real criminal penalties.
Who Must Register
Qualifying offenses under Indiana law include rape, child molesting, sexual misconduct with a minor, criminal deviate conduct, child exploitation, possession or distribution of child pornography, and voyeurism involving a minor. People convicted of murder under certain statutes may also be required to register as violent offenders.
Registration applies to everyone living, working, or going to school in Tipton County, regardless of where the original conviction happened. That includes people who were convicted in other states and later moved to Tipton County. It also includes people who live in another county but hold jobs or attend school here.
If you are unsure whether your specific conviction requires registration in Indiana, contact the Indiana Department of Correction or an Indiana attorney familiar with sex offender registration law. Do not assume you are exempt without confirming it.
Verification Schedules and Penalties
Annual verification is required for most registrants. Sexually violent predators must verify every 90 days. Both types of verification require an in-person visit to the Tipton County Sheriff's Office. You cannot verify by mail, phone, or email.
During each verification visit, a new photo is taken and your current information is confirmed. Any changes to your address, job, vehicle, or online accounts must be reported at or before the verification. If anything has changed since your last visit, let the staff know immediately.
Failing to appear for a scheduled verification is a Level 6 felony under IC 11-8-8-17. A second failure to register or verify can be charged as a Level 5 felony, which carries a sentence of one to six years in prison. The courts in Tipton County take these offenses seriously. Do not miss your appointment.
Standard registration lasts 10 years. Sexually violent predators and those convicted of crimes against children under 12 years old must register for life. Life registration is permanent unless a court formally removes the requirement, which requires a separate legal petition and is not guaranteed.
Residency Rules and Notification Alerts
People classified as offenders against children in Indiana cannot live within 1,000 feet of a school, public park, or licensed youth program center anywhere in the state, including Tipton County. Under IC 35-42-4-11, this restriction is a hard limit. Violations are charged as Level 6 felonies.
Offenders cannot live within one mile of their victim's home. Conditions of probation or parole may impose further restrictions on top of what state law already requires. Always check with your supervising officer before signing a lease or buying a home.
To receive free email alerts when sex offenders move in or out of your area, sign up through the NSOPW national portal. Enter your home address and set your notification radius. You will get an alert when a registered offender's status changes in that area. The service is free and available to any Indiana resident.