Randolph County Court Records

Randolph County court records comprise paperwork detailing court cases and legal documentation created and maintained by the judiciary in Randolph County. Some examples include court hearings, rulings, and judgments. These records, including Randolph County arrest records, may be obtained free of charge or for a subscription fee through their respective custodians.

Are Court Records Public in Randolph County?

Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 ILCS 140), Randolph County court records are generally available to the public. Consequently, residents and non-residents may access most civil and criminal court records. However, the Act exempts or limits public disclosure of specific types of information that may result in an unwarranted invasion of privacy.

For instance, juvenile court records, adoption files, criminal investigative records, and cases involving confidential medical or financial information are unavailable to the public. Furthermore, records sealed by a court order, such as those related to particular family law cases or victims' identities, are also restricted.

Randolph County Court Records Search

Individuals wishing to perform a general search of Randolph County court records may utilize the state-authorized online platform. This site enables users to search for court records by case number, party name, or other relevant details. The site offers both free public access and subscription services.

Record searchers may also visit the Clerk of the Circuit Courts at the Randolph County Courthouse at 1 Taylor Street, Room 302, Chester, Illinois 62233, to submit a written request for court records. Making copies of requested court documents attracts a fee, and applicants often have to present an appropriate form of identification.

Randolph County Courts

Randolph County's trial court comprises a Circuit Court. The contact details of the court are as follows:

Randolph County Circuit Court
Randolph County Courthouse
1 Taylor Street, Room 302, Chester, IL 62233
Phone: (618) 826-5000 ext. 194
Fax: (618) 826-3761

Randolph County Criminal and Civil Records

For a fee, requesters may access Randolph County criminal and civil court records on the state-approved online database using the case number, party name, or other relevant information. Most court cases are available on the platform, excluding sealed records like juvenile, adoption, and guardianship. Users may also access Randolph County arrest records when searching cases.

Criminal records on the platform include misdemeanor and felony case details, court orders, and judgments. In contrast, civil court records concern non-criminal matters, including family law, probate, and civil litigation.

Alternatively, record searchers may access physical copies of civil and criminal court case records through the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office.

Randolph County Marriage Records

Eligible parties may request marriage certificates for marriages that occurred in the county from 1809 to the current date from the Randolph County Clerk's Office. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) issues marriage verification letters for Randolph County marriages from January 1, 1962, to the present and civil unions from January 1, 2012, to the present.

Eligible individuals seeking copies of marriage certificates (from the County Clerk's Office) or marriage verification (from the Illinois Department of Public Health) may submit their requests in person, by mail, or online. Only the IDPH accepts requests via fax.

Those seeking information about a marriage or civil union must complete a marriage verification application form. They must mail the completed form, a non-refundable fee of $5.00 (payable to the Illinois Department of Public Health), and a copy of a valid, government-issued ID to:

Illinois Department of Public Health
Division of Vital Records
925 E. Ridgely Ave.
Springfield, IL 62702-2737

Randolph County Divorce Records

In Randolph County, the parties involved in a divorce may obtain a divorce decree from the County Circuit Court Clerk if the marriage dissolution occurred in the county. For further information on how to receive copies of their divorce decree, eligible parties are advised to contact the Circuit Court Clerk's Office.

Requesters seeking to obtain verification of dissolution of marriage or civil union records (1962 to the present) may submit their record request form to the Illinois Department of Public Health. The request package, including a non-refundable fee of $5.00, a copy of a valid ID, and a self-addressed stamped envelope, must be mailed to the IDPH.

Randolph Birth Records

Eligible applicants may request certified copies of Randolph County birth records from the County Clerk's Office or the Illinois Department of Health. They may submit their requests in person, online, or by mail.

Birth record request packets typically include a copy of an accepted identification, the completed application form, and a signed check or money order payable to the County Clerk or the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).

The IDHP charges $15.00 for a certified first copy of a long-form birth certificate and $10.00 for a certified copy of a short-form birth certificate. Each additional copy ordered simultaneously costs $2.00. Certified copies of birth certificates cost $14.00 each at the County Clerk's Office, plus a $1.00 mailing fee.

Prospective applicants may mail their Randolph County birth request form or the Application for Illinois Birth Record form to either the Randolph County Clerk or the Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Vital Records.

Randolph Death Records

Eligible applicants may obtain certified copies of Randolph County death certificates from the Illinois Department of Health or the County Clerk's Office (records from 1916 to the present).

When applying for death certificates, applicants may mail a copy of accepted identification, the completed application form, and a signed check or money order (certificate fee) to the Illinois Department of Public Health or the Randolph County Clerk's Office.

The IDHP charges $19.00 for a certified (first) copy of a death certificate and $4.00 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. Obtaining certified copies of death records through the County Clerk's Office costs $18.00 per copy and an extra $1.00 mailing fee.

Randolph County Probate Court Records

Randolph County probate court records comprise paperwork concerning the administration of estates, wills, guardianships, and conservatorships. These records may also extend to estate inventories, sales, distributions, and bonds for executors and administrators. Such records are invaluable in resolving legal issues related to inheritance, property distribution, and caring for minors or incapacitated individuals.

Individuals seeking Randolph County probate records may contact the County Circuit Clerk's Office, the custodian of probate records. Record searchers may also obtain historical probate records through resources like the Illinois State Archives or genealogy websites.

Randolph County Property Records

Requesters seeking Randolph County property records may obtain them from the County Recorder's Office. The Recorder's Office offers public access to its online records and document images dating back to 1828. Record searchers may use the public terminals in the Clerk's record room to access land records on business days from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Randolph County Court Records Online

In Randolph County, state-approved online search engines offer users access to Randolph County trial court records. Third-party platforms like Illinoiscourtrecords.us may also provide searchers easy access to the county's court records. These sites typically offer user-friendly interfaces, allowing visitors to find specific cases or individuals quickly. However, these sites operate outside the official regulatory authority. Consequently, the information provided cannot be guaranteed as comprehensive, precise, or reliable.