Search Wheaton Court Records

Wheaton is the county seat of DuPage County, and the DuPage County Courthouse is located right in the city. All court records for Wheaton and the rest of DuPage County are handled by the DuPage County Circuit Clerk at 505 N. County Farm Rd. Cases filed in Wheaton span civil, criminal, traffic, family, and probate matters, all under the 18th Judicial Circuit.

DuPage County Circuit Clerk

The DuPage County Circuit Clerk is the official keeper of all court records for DuPage County, including cases from Wheaton. Because Wheaton is the county seat, the courthouse is right here in the city. This is where all case filings are received, processed, and stored. The clerk's office handles copy requests, case lookups, and general questions about active and closed cases.

The courthouse complex on County Farm Road is well-signed and has parking available on-site. If you are coming to file documents or pick up copies, bring the case number if you have it. The clerk's staff can also help you locate a case by party name if you do not have a case number.

DuPage County Circuit Clerk Online Portal

The DuPage County Circuit Clerk offers an online records portal where you can search cases without visiting the courthouse. The image below shows the DuPage County Circuit Clerk website at dupageco.org/CircuitClerk.

The portal allows name-based and case-number searches for civil, criminal, traffic, and other case types filed in DuPage County.

You can also use Judici and re:SearchIL to search DuPage County cases alongside records from other Illinois counties. Both tools are free for basic searches. DuPage County records are generally well-represented on Judici.

Types of Court Records Available

The 18th Judicial Circuit handles a full range of case types for DuPage County. Most of these records are public.

Civil Cases

Civil records include lawsuits between individuals or companies, contract disputes, small claims matters up to $10,000, and money judgments. These are all public records. Search by name or case number through the DuPage online portal or Judici.

Criminal Cases

Criminal records cover charges, plea deals, trial outcomes, and sentencing for felonies and misdemeanors. Under 705 ILCS 105/16(6), the circuit clerk must keep these records and make them available to the public. Most criminal records are accessible unless a court order seals them.

Traffic Cases

Traffic tickets, speeding violations, DUI charges, and related hearings are handled in the circuit court. These are public records and are searchable online by name or ticket number.

Family and Domestic Cases

Divorce, child custody, parentage, and support cases go through the family division. Most filings are public, though documents that identify minor children may have restricted access. The clerk can advise you on what is available for a specific case.

Probate Cases

Estate administration, will filings, and guardianship orders are probate records. They are generally public and available at the clerk's office or through the online portal.

Getting Copies of Wheaton Court Records

You have three main options for getting copies of court records from the DuPage County Circuit Clerk.

In person: Visit the clerk's office at 505 N. County Farm Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187. Bring the case number or the full name of a party. Staff will pull the file and make copies for you. Fees apply per page. Certified copies cost more than plain copies and are required when presenting records in other legal proceedings.

By mail: Send a written request to the same address. Include the case number, the names of the parties, your contact information, and a check or money order for the copy fee. Call (630) 407-8700 before mailing to confirm the current fee schedule and availability.

Online: The DuPage online portal and Judici both let you view case summaries for free. Full document downloads may require a fee depending on the platform and case type. Check the DuPage clerk's website for the most current options.

Electronic Filing in the 18th Circuit

Illinois requires electronic filing for most civil cases. Attorneys and self-represented litigants in DuPage County file through eFileIL, the official state e-filing portal. Once the clerk processes a filing, it enters the public record system and shows up in the online case search. E-filed documents carry the same legal weight as paper filings.

Self-represented filers who have trouble with e-filing can request an exemption at the clerk's office. The clerk's staff can explain the process. Free help is also available through Illinois Court Help at (833) 411-1121.

Legal Help for Wheaton Residents

If you need help with a court matter and cannot afford an attorney, several free resources are available.

Illinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO) offers free legal guides, downloadable court forms, and guided interview tools that build documents for your specific case. ILAO covers family law, eviction, consumer debt, and many other areas. Their tools are available at any time and require no account for most features.

Illinois Court Help is free to call at (833) 411-1121. Staff can explain court procedures and help you figure out what steps to take. This is not legal advice, but it can help you understand what to bring to a hearing or how to read a court order.

DuPage County Bar Association operates a lawyer referral service that can connect you with an attorney for an initial consultation. Contact them through their website if you need a paid attorney who handles DuPage County cases.

Naperville and Other DuPage Cities

Wheaton is not the only large city in DuPage County. Naperville also falls within DuPage County for most of its area. Cases from Naperville, Downers Grove, and other DuPage cities all flow through the same circuit clerk's office in Wheaton. If you are looking for records from anywhere in DuPage County, start at the same courthouse on County Farm Road.

Nearby Illinois Cities

These nearby cities also use Illinois circuit courts for all case filings.