How to Search Livingston County Records (Start Here)
Livingston County has 2 official record databases spread across 4 offices.
- For case records — criminal or civil — your first stop is the Circuit Clerk.
- The County Assessor maintains all property valuation data.
- Marriage licenses go through the County Clerk.
One thing to watch for: Cook County uses completely different systems from the rest of Illinois.
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Livingston County
Livingston County official site, where you may review government contacts, departments, agencies, business resources, social services, and more.
livingstoncountyil.gov
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Court & Criminal
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Probate Case Index 1837-1958
Search the Illinois State Archives database of Livingston County Probate Court Case Files Index for the period 1837-1958.
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Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC)
Public records resource for Livingston County. Source: wiki_externallinks.
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These are the official sources. Pick the one that matches what you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Livingston County? ▼
Go to the Circuit Clerk for court records in Livingston County. Start at the Circuit Clerk's office for case lookups — Illinois has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Livingston 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 Livingston County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Livingston 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 Livingston County records available online? ▼
Online access in Livingston County is limited. We list 2 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the county offices directly by phone or in person.
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