Court records of Tazewell County, Illinois, are available through several channels. TazewellCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through the court's official online resources, directly at the office of the county court clerk, or by using public computer terminals in the courthouse.
Tazewell Court System & Jurisdictions
Tazewell County is part of the 10th Judicial Circuit of Illinois. The only court of general jurisdiction, the Circuit Court, handles all categories of cases at the county level. There are no separate magistrate or district courts here: one court covers everything.
Types of cases handled by the Circuit Court:
- Criminal cases — felonies, misdemeanors, probation violations.
- Civil cases — claims of any amount, including small claims up to $10,000.
- Traffic violations — fines, DUI, traffic rule violations.
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony, protection orders.
- Probate cases — estate management, appointment of guardians.
- Juvenile cases — cases involving minors (access to these records is usually restricted).
Federal cases concerning the county are handled by the U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois. Access to federal files is through the PACER system.
Information about the state court structure can be found on the Office of the Illinois Courts portal.
Tazewell Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Previously, Tazewell County used the Judici system to view court records and schedules. Currently, this system is no longer in operation. The current hearing schedule is available through a new platform referenced by the official Tazewell County Courts website.
How to find the hearing schedule:
- Go to the Courts page on the county website and click the link to view court records.
- Select the desired date or enter the case number to see scheduled hearings.
- For additional information — judges' schedules, local rules, and calendars — refer to the Tazewell County Courthouse page on the Illinois Courts website.
Public computers are also available in the courthouse, where visitors can independently view schedules and conduct legal research. If you need a specific hearing date, call the Circuit Court clerk's office.
How to Get a Copy of a Tazewell Court Document
Copies of court documents are issued by the Tazewell County Circuit Clerk's office. There are two types of copies:
- Uncertified copy — suitable for review, not officially certified.
- Certified copy — contains the clerk's seal and signature; required for submission to other institutions, such as for confirmation of marriage dissolution.
Ways to obtain:
- In person — visit the Circuit Clerk's office in the courthouse. Be prepared to provide the case number or the full name of the party.
- By mail — send a written request with case details and payment (check or money order payable to Circuit Clerk).
- Online — through the re:SearchIL / eFileIL system, parties to the case and registered users can view documents remotely in accordance with the state Supreme Court's remote access policy.
Contact information for the clerk's office:
A list of all county court clerks in the state is available on the Circuit Court Clerks page. Standardized forms for filing motions — such as for expungement or sealing of criminal records — are approved by the Illinois Supreme Court and available online.
Tazewell Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for copies and document searches are set according to Illinois state law (705 ILCS 105/27.2a). Specific amounts may vary — confirm the current price with the clerk's office before requesting.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified document copy | $6.00 for the first 2 pages + $1.00 for each additional page |
| Uncertified (regular) copy | $0.50 per page |
| Certification of a previously made copy | $6.00 |
| Registry search by name | Depends on the type of request; check with the clerk |
Acceptable forms of payment:
- Cash — for in-person requests.
- Check or money order — for mail requests (payable to Tazewell County Circuit Clerk).
- Possibility of card payment — check directly with the office.
Some records have restricted access: juvenile cases, mental health cases, sealed or expunged records are not available to the general public. If you are unsure whether a specific document is available, ask the clerk before paying.