How to Search Illinois Public Records
Illinois's court, criminal, vital, property, voter, and licensing records are maintained across state agencies and the 102 counties listed below. Use the tabs to filter by record type, or jump directly to any source.
- Courts: The Illinois Supreme Court sits at the top of the system; trial-court business is handled by the Circuit Court (24 circuits). Most courts publish dockets and case lookups online.
- Criminal history: The state's criminal-history repository handles official background checks. Fees and procedures are set by the state agency — see the linked official source.
- Vital records: Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates are issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (Division of Vital Records) and may also be available locally.
- Property & recorded documents: Maintained at the county level by the Assessor, Recorder, or Clerk's office.
- Business filings: The Secretary of State (or equivalent) operates the official business-entity search.
Population
12,710,158
Households
4,956,000
Median Income
$78,433
Median Home Value
$250,800
Criminal Records Databases
36 official Illinois criminal records sources.
Criminal Records
Inmate List | Adams County, IL
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Adams County, IL | 507 Vermont St, Quincy, IL 62301 | Directory
Commonly Used Case Forms -
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The Illinois Supreme Court has provided certain forms in languages other than English on their website. Please go to https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/ for further information about those forms. Illinois Legal Aid Online provides a guided interview called an Easy Form that will help you fill out the forms. The Easy Form asks you questions and completes the necessary forms with your answers. It is free to use. The Champaign County Circuit Clerk’s Office provides both paper and electronic court forms for you to use in your case.
Petition for Review of Circumstances Surrounding Extension of Registration
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Pursuant to the Sex Offender Registration Act (720 ILCS 150/1 et seq.) and/or the Murderer and Violent Offender Youth
Detainee Discharge Tracker - Individual in Custody Locator
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Search the Cook County Sheriff's Office inmate records by name or jail number.
Jail Roster - Crawford County Illinois
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Criminal History
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On January 1, 1991, the Uniform Conviction Information Act (UCIA) became law in Illinois . This act mandates that all criminal history record conviction information collected and maintained by the Illinois State Police, Bureau of Identification, be made available to the public pursuant to 20 ...
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ARRESTS DUPAGE COUNTY MAN ...
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of Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony) and three counts of Dissemination of Child Pornography ... Naperville, IL. Evidence was seized and extensive forensic examination was required. On September 4, 2025, The DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office approved an arrest warrant
DuPage County IL Sheriff Official Website - Correctional Facility
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The correctional facility consistently receives high marks from the Illinois Department of Corrections and continues to operate in an efficient, cost-effective manner, despite a rapidly increasing population. In 1868, a $20,000 two-story brick courthouse and jail was built on land donated by Wheaton resident Warren Wheaton. This building in downtown Wheaton served DuPage County until 1896. In 1896, a new jail and Sheriff's office was erected. The new jail was built to house 8 inmates, but was soon expanded to house 48.
Prisoner Review Board
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The Illinois Prisoner Review Board (PRB) is a separate entity from the Illinois Department of Corrections. The PRB is an independent body whose members are appointed by the Governor of Illinois. The PRB imposes release conditions for offenders exiting penal facilities, revokes and restores good conduct credits from inmates, conducts hearings to determine whether parolees have violated conditions of parole, and awards certificates of Relief from Disabilities and Certificates of Good Conduct
KANE COUNTY GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS
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Kane County State's Attorney's Office 37W777 Route 38 Suite 300 St. Charles, IL 60175-7535 © Kane County Illinois, Government Website
Logan County Circuit Court Criminal Case Files Index (1857–1945)
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The Logan County Circuit Court ... System at Illinois State University in Normal. The 3,987 records in the database were extracted from the Logan County Circuit Court Criminal Case Files (IRAD Accession 3/0005/01). Please note that the criminal case files for the Logan County ...
Madison County Illinois Circuit Clerk Home Page
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Madison County Courthouse 155 N. Main Street Edwardsville, IL 62025 Criminal Justice Center 509 Ramey Street Edwardsville, IL 62025 Alton Satellite Office (Open Tuesday and Friday Only) 8 AM - 4 PM 1700 E. Broadway Alton, IL 62002 618-692-6240 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.
Case Search - Public Case Access
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Capitalization doesn't matter, ... case record · Search on a person's name using the format: [Last], [First] [Middle] Matches are names that start with the entered value · ex: "SMITH, J" returns SMITH, JOHN A and SMITH, JAY D · If you are getting too many results to page through, please make your search more specific ... McHenry County Circuit Clerk 2200 N. Seminary Ave Woodstock, IL 60098 Rooms 136 & 353 · Visiting the Courthouse Civil Information Criminal & Traffic ...
Court Records Search | McLean County, IL - Official Website
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Don R. Everhart, Jr., Mclean County Circuit Clerk, is pleased to present this information for public access. Freedom of Information Act: Court records are exempt from the requirements of the Act. The judiciary is exempt. Copley Press, Inc. v. Administrative Office of the Courts, 271 Ill.
LEADS Daily Bulletin January 21, 2025 NIBRS Code Table Changes
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Intent to Manufacture Meth · 720-646/50(a) Methamphetamine-Related Child Endangerment · 1980 · 35A · DRUG/NARCOTIC VIOLATION · Add an "S" to Violations: DRUG NARCOTIC · VIOLATIONS · 720-646/50(b) Aggravated Methamphetamine - Related Child · Endangerment -Death/Serious Bodily ·
Indictments 9/7/21 | Peoria County, IL
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Vision: Peoria County is a flourishing, vibrant community.
Legal Proceedings - City of Pittsfield, Illinois
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You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view, go to www.adobe.com · 04/11/2022 - Lis Pendens & Notice of Foreclosure - Martin, Klatt & Unknown Heirs of Mary Dunmire 2022FC6 Lis Pendens & Notice of Foreclosure Dunmire
STATE OF ILLINOIS
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Attorney Court Date Requests · It is the mission of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk's Office to provide accurate information and support to the judicial system. According to the Illinois State Statutes, the responsibility of the circuit clerk is to be the keeper of the court record.
Court Case Information
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View Court Case Information · Court case information can be viewed on this website. You may search for specific case information using participant name or case number · Search by Participant Name · To search by Participant Name, enter information below in Last Name First Name format · Smith ...
Home - Village of Winthrop Harbor
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Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Winthrop Harbor is a Village rich in history and opportunity. Here you will find a family-friendly community with beauti
Public Access
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The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court is responsible for maintaining a record of all traffic, civil, and criminal cases filed and heard in Will County . On a daily basis, the office interacts with the public and attorneys performing several functions including the collection and disbursement ...
Individual in Custody Search
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Important: IDOC has implemented new processes for non-privileged incoming mail and publications · Changes are effective immediately. More information is available here
Judici | FAQ
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Please note that Judici operates solely as the webhost of the court's data. If you have questions concerning a case on Judici, you will need to contact the Circuit Clerk's office directly in the county where the case was heard. The following link will give you the mailing addresses and phone numbers for all the County Circuit Clerks in Illinois: http://www.state.il.us/court/CircuitCourt/CircuitCourtJudges/CCC_County.asp
Copies of Court Documents
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The LaSalle County Circuit Clerk's records are open to any member of the public for inspection or to obtain copies during regular business hours at the office holding the records to the extent allowed by applicable statute, court rule or court order.
Champaign County, Illinois Electronic Payments
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Katie M. Blakeman - Circuit Clerk Champaign County Illinois 101 E. Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801 Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm (217) 384-3725 FAX: (217) 384-3879 Champaign County, Illinois is located in the heart of East Central Illinois . US Interstates 57, 72 & 74 intersect in the County which puts ...
Judici | Participating Courts
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For access to more than one court and one case at a time, check out our premium services: Attorneys and Judges can use Courtlook to search across all Judici counties, and access case file documents and judge docket notes via personalized case lists/dockets . E-Filing also available in some courts.
Kane County Sheriff's Office
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Welcome to the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, a dynamic correctional and law enforcement agency committed to tending to the diverse needs of our modern community. We hope you find the website useful and comprehensive as we continue to enhance our virtual services.
Macon County Inmate Inquiry
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Macon County Inmate Inquiry · Inmate Search · Showing 101 to 190 of 190 · First Previous · Next Last · Copyright © Tyler Technologies
Jail Report – News Progress
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The News•Progress is proud to partner with the Moultrie County Sheriff's Dept.
Judici | Participating Courts
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Background check agencies can use our Multicourt service to search across all Judici counties. We also offer web services to automate searches, as well as Court Reports of all cases filed, docketed or disposed (civil or criminal) and Will Index Searches. Click here for a complete list of Illinois Courts ·
Cumberland County, IL
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This page is operated by Judici.com, not a court. Links to this page do not constitute endorsement by any court of the content, policies, or services offered here · For questions or comments about this web site, please see our Contacts Page
Peoria County Records Portal
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Home - Prostitution Arrests
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The Chicago Police Department in conjunction with the Mayor's office have now made prostitution solicitors' information available online. By using this website, you will be able to view public records on individuals who have been arrested for soliciting prostitutes or other related arrests. The following individuals were arrested and charged for either patronizing ...
Acknowledge City of Rockford Police Department 7 Day Arrest Log
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City of Rockford Police Department · 7 Day Arrest Log · All subjects are presumed innocent until proven · guilty in a court of law · 5/2/2023 · Jackson, Daryes · Age: 24 · Sex: M · Arrest Date\Time: 5/2/2023 1:00:00 · AM · Case Number: 20-058643 · KISHWAUKEE ST ·
Bureau of Identification - Illinois State Police
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Completed forms can be mailed to the Bureau of Identification at 260 North Chicago Street, Joliet, Illinois or dropped off in the main entrance vestibule at the above address. For more information follow the link https://isp.illinois.gov/BureauOfIdentification/MyRecord for additional information.
Illinois Northern Bankruptcy Court | PACER: Federal Court Records
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Official websites use .gov A .gov ... Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. ... Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext. ...
Illinois Counties
102 Illinois counties are indexed on SearchSystems.net — top 28 counties shown below. Browse the full directory or click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free statewide criminal search in Illinois?▼
Illinois's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.
How do I search Illinois court cases?▼
Illinois's court system is headed by the Illinois Supreme Court. Trial-court business is handled by the Circuit Court (24 circuits). Many Illinois courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.
Where do I search Illinois business entities?▼
The Illinois Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.
What is the difference between Assessor and Recorder in Illinois?▼
The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.
How do I obtain a Illinois birth or death certificate?▼
Illinois vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (Division of Vital Records) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.
Are Illinois property records free to search?▼
Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.
How do I check a Illinois sex offender?▼
The Illinois sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.
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