How to Search Kankakee County, Illinois Records (Start Here)
Kankakee County, Illinois — Circuit Clerk for court records. Township assessors with county Supervisor. eFileIL statewide.
These are the official sources. Pick the one that matches what you need.
Vital Records
Vital Records
Birth Index 1878-1916
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Browse this Kankakee Valley Geneaological Society database of Kankakee County birth records by name.
Death Index 1877-1916
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Browse Kankakee County death records by name. Gives book/page number and information on how to order a copy of the record.
Illinois Sex Offender Registry
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Illinois State Police sex offender information. Covers all Illinois counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Kankakee County? ▼
Go to the Circuit Clerk for court records in Kankakee County. Start at the Circuit Clerk's office for case lookups — Illinois has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Kankakee County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor (Township Assessor in some counties). For tax bills and payments, go to the County Treasurer.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Kankakee County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Kankakee County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Clerk (local) / IDPH (state). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Kankakee County records available online? ▼
Online access in Kankakee County is limited. We list 3 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the county offices directly by phone or in person.
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