How to Search Shelby County, Illinois Records (Start Here)
Shelby County, Illinois — Circuit Clerk for court records. Township assessors with county Supervisor. eFileIL statewide.
Find the right database below — each covers a different record type.
Criminal & Court Records
Circuit Court Case Files 1828-1871
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Search the Illinois State Archives database of Shelby County Circuit Court Case Files for the period 1828-1871.
Property & Tax Records
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Real property and mobile home property and tax records for Shelby County.
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 Shelby County? ▼
Go to the Circuit Clerk for court records in Shelby County. Start at the Circuit Clerk's office for case lookups — Illinois has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Shelby 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 Shelby County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Shelby 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 Shelby County records available online? ▼
Online access in Shelby 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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