Logan County Court Records Search
Logan County court records are kept by the Circuit Clerk's office in Lincoln and cover civil, criminal, family, traffic, and probate cases filed in the 11th Judicial Circuit. This page explains how to search for Logan County court records online and in person, how to get copies, and where to find free legal help in the area.
Logan County Quick Facts
Logan County Circuit Clerk
Circuit Clerk Kelly Elias maintains Logan County's official court record system. The mailing address is P.O. Box 158, Lincoln, IL 62656, with the physical courthouse located in Lincoln. The 11th Judicial Circuit serves Logan County along with several other central Illinois counties. All civil, criminal, family, traffic, and probate cases filed in Logan County are indexed and stored through this office. Under 705 ILCS 105/16(6), most court records in Logan County are open to the public.
Call the clerk's office at (217) 735-2376. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The fax number is (217) 732-1231. If you are looking for an older case or need a large number of documents, call first to let staff prepare. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours for standard requests.
| Circuit Clerk | Kelly Elias |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 158, Lincoln, IL 62656 |
| Phone | (217) 735-2376 |
| Fax | (217) 732-1231 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Online Case Search for Logan County
Logan County records can be searched online through Judici at judici.com. Judici is a free public case database used by many Illinois circuit courts, including those in the 11th Judicial Circuit. Search by party name or case number to see docket entries for Logan County cases. Docket entries are logs of case activity. They show filings, hearings, orders, and other events but are not the full case documents.
Judici results are unofficial. Use them to confirm whether a case exists, find a case number, or check a case's current status. For certified documents, you must contact the clerk's office in Lincoln. Judici is free and does not require registration, making it a quick first step before any in-person or mail request.
Judici provides free public case docket search for Logan County and many other Illinois counties.
Other Search Resources for Logan County
The re:SearchIL portal at researchil.tylerhost.net is a statewide case search system that has been free since May 2025. It covers cases from April 1, 2025 forward. For older Logan County records, Judici or a request to the Lincoln courthouse is the best approach. The two tools together cover most time periods.
The Illinois Courts directory can confirm current contact information and jurisdiction details for the 11th Circuit. The court forms library has standard forms accepted in Logan County, all available at no cost. E-filing for civil matters is handled through efile.illinoiscourts.gov. Check the portal for accepted case types before you attempt electronic submission in the 11th Circuit.
Case Types Filed in Logan County
The Circuit Clerk in Lincoln holds records for a wide range of case types. Civil cases cover contract disputes, personal injury suits, evictions, and small claims matters. Criminal cases are filed by the Logan County State's Attorney and include both felony and misdemeanor charges from Lincoln and surrounding communities. Family law cases include divorce, child custody, support orders, and adoption proceedings. Traffic cases from across the county are also indexed.
Probate cases handle estates, wills, and guardianship matters for Logan County residents. Orders of protection filed in Logan County are part of the public record unless a judge orders them sealed. Juvenile records and mental health case files are sealed under Illinois law and not available through standard public access. If you have questions about what is or is not public, call the clerk before visiting.
How to Get Copies of Logan County Records
Visit the clerk's office in Lincoln during business hours for in-person requests. Bring the case number if you have one. Staff can search by party name and approximate filing year if you do not. In-person requests for indexed cases are typically filled the same day.
Mail requests go to P.O. Box 158, Lincoln, IL 62656. Include the case number or party names, a description of the documents you need, your return address, and a check or money order payable to the Logan County Circuit Clerk for the applicable fee. Add a stamped self-addressed envelope for return delivery. Mail requests may take a week or more depending on case complexity and office volume.
Certified copies carry the court's official seal. They are needed for legal purposes such as court filings elsewhere or official applications. Plain copies work for personal reference and cost less. Confirm which type you need before paying.
Illinois Law on Court Record Access
Logan County court records are governed by 705 ILCS 105/16(6), which gives the public the right to inspect and copy most records held by the circuit clerk. No reason is needed. Sealed records, juvenile files, adoption cases, and certain mental health matters are not public. The Illinois FOIA statute at 5 ILCS 140/ governs administrative records of the clerk's office. The Illinois Records Preservation Act at 5 ILCS 160/ covers how older Logan County court records must be retained and stored.
Free Legal Help for Logan County Residents
Illinois Legal Aid Online offers free legal guides covering civil, family, and criminal matters for Illinois residents. The site has a document builder for common court filings and links to legal aid programs in central Illinois. It is a good resource before you file anything at the Logan County courthouse in Lincoln.
The Illinois Court Help line at (833) 411-1121 is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Staff at ilcourthelp.gov answer procedural questions about Illinois courts. They can explain how to file and what to expect at the Lincoln courthouse without providing legal advice. Standard court forms are free at illinoiscourts.gov.
Cities in Logan County
Logan County includes Lincoln and several smaller communities. None currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. Court records for all Logan County communities are filed with the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 158, Lincoln, IL 62656.