Kendall County Court Records
IllinoisCourts.us is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the FCRA and does not provide consumer reports. All searches conducted on IllinoisCourts.us are subject to the Terms of Service and Privacy Notice.
Kendall County sits in northeastern Illinois, about 50 miles southwest of Chicago, with Yorkville as the county seat. The county is part of Illinois' 23rd Judicial Circuit and 2nd Judicial District. All criminal, civil, family, probate, and traffic matters filed here go through the Kendall County Circuit Court, which has general jurisdiction over the entire county. The Circuit Clerk's Office — currently led by Matthew G. Prochaska — is responsible for maintaining every official court record filed in Kendall County. Two administrative adjudication bodies in Oswego and Yorkville also handle certain municipal-level matters.
If you're looking for court records, start with a few key resources. The Kendall County Circuit Clerk's Office runs an online case information system and keeps an in-person viewing room at the courthouse. The Illinois Courts website offers a statewide directory of courthouses, rules, and self-help materials. IllinoisCourts.us can also help you find publicly available case information across the state. Electronic filing is handled through eFileIL, and the county's own online records system gives you remote access to case data.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Kendall County?
There are several ways to find court case information in Kendall County, from online tools to an in-person visit to the courthouse.
Online court records search
The Circuit Clerk provides an Online Court Records platform where you can search by participant name or case number. The system works best in Google Chrome or Firefox. If you run into technical problems, the eMagnus Help Desk can assist at (800) 250-9884.
One important caveat: the Illinois Supreme Court Electronic Access Policy limits which documents are viewable online. Docket entries and case summary information are generally available, but some documents require an in-person visit. The Circuit Clerk Viewing Room at the courthouse is open for document inspection Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding court holidays.
In-person requests
The Circuit Clerk's Office accepts walk-in record requests during business hours. Bring as much identifying information as you can — party names, case numbers, and approximate filing dates all help. A valid government-issued ID may be required for certain records.
Kendall County Circuit Clerk's Office
Kendall County Courthouse
807 West John Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
Phone: (630) 553-4183
Fax: (630) 553-4964
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
eNotify service
The Circuit Clerk's Office also offers eNotify, a free service that sends text or email reminders about upcoming court dates. You can sign up for notifications on a per-case-number basis — useful if you're tracking an active matter.
Fees and payment
Filing fees for the Kendall County Circuit Court are set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1a. Fees must be paid in advance by cash, money order, cashier's check, or personal check. Credit cards are not accepted. ACH payments are now available for those who file the required ACH form with a voided check. If you need to correct a case number, case title, or attorney registration number on a document, expect a $25.00 fee per document.
If you cannot afford filing fees, you can ask the court to waive them. Under Public Act 91-621 (735 ILCS 5/5-105), the Circuit Clerk's Office posts a notice in English and Spanish advising that an Application for Fee Waiver is available for those who qualify.
Are Court Records Public in Kendall County?
Most court records in Kendall County are generally public under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 ILCS 140. Illinois law declares it public policy that all persons are entitled to full and complete information about the affairs of government, and that right extends to court records maintained by governmental bodies.
That said, FOIA Section 7 (5 ILCS 140/7) lists exemptions where records — or portions of records — may be withheld. For court records specifically, the following categories are commonly restricted or subject to limited access:
- Juvenile records — Proceedings involving minors are generally confidential under the Illinois Juvenile Court Act.
- Sealed and expunged records — Criminal records sealed or expunged by court order are removed from public access.
- Records involving sexual assault victims — Identifying information about victims may be redacted or withheld.
- Mental health records — Court filings tied to mental health proceedings carry confidentiality protections.
- Adoption records — Adoption proceedings are confidential under Illinois law.
- Certain domestic relations filings — Orders of protection and related documents may have restricted access to protect the parties involved.
- Records that could compromise ongoing investigations — Law enforcement records that might interfere with pending proceedings may be temporarily withheld.
The Illinois Supreme Court Electronic Access Policy also controls what documents are available online versus only at the courthouse. Some filings you can review in person at the clerk's office simply won't appear in the online records system.
Kendall County Criminal Court Records
The Kendall County Circuit Court handles all criminal matters filed in the county — felonies, misdemeanors, DUI offenses, drug offenses, sex offenses, traffic violations, and conservation offenses. Criminal assessments are imposed under the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act (705 ILCS 135/1-1 et seq.) and follow detailed schedules established by county ordinance.
Searching criminal court records
You can search criminal case records through the Online Court Records platform by defendant name or case number. If a document isn't available online due to the Illinois Supreme Court Electronic Access Policy, you'll need to visit the Circuit Clerk Viewing Room at the courthouse during business hours.
Sheriff's Office records
The Kendall County Sheriff's Office Records Division maintains police reports, citations, warrants, and expungement records. The division handles FOIA requests for law enforcement records and is responsible for transmitting information to courts, other agencies, and corrections systems.
Walk-up hours at the Records Division are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:
Kendall County Sheriff's Office Records Division
1102 Cornell Lane
Yorkville, IL 60560
Phone: (630) 553-7500
Fax: (630) 553-1972
You can submit a records request in person, through the online FOIA portal, or by mailing or faxing a completed FOIA request form. Copies of crash reports cost $5.00 and can also be ordered through CrashDocs.org for an additional fee.
An Inmate Search tool on the Sheriff's Office website lets you look up current inmates by name, subject number, or booking number.
Criminal assessment schedules
Assessment amounts in criminal cases vary considerably depending on the offense. Below are selected totals from the Kendall County Code of Ordinances:
| Offense Category | Total Assessment |
|---|---|
| Generic Felony Offenses (Schedule 1) | $549.00 |
| Felony DUI Offenses (Schedule 2) | $1,709.00 |
| Felony Drug Offenses (Schedule 3) | $2,215.00 |
| Generic Misdemeanor Offenses (Schedule 5) | $439.00 |
| Misdemeanor DUI Offenses (Schedule 6) | $1,381.00 |
| Major Traffic Offenses (Schedule 9) | $325.00 |
| Minor Traffic Offenses (Schedule 10) | $226.00 |
These assessments are distributed among the County Treasurer, State Treasurer, and the arresting agency's unit of local government according to statutory formulas.
Kendall County Civil Court Records
The Kendall County Circuit Court handles all civil matters in the county, including contract disputes, personal injury claims, real estate litigation, and small claims. Civil cases must now be filed electronically through eFileIL under Illinois Supreme Court rules, with the proper fees included at the time of filing.
Searching and requesting civil records
Civil case information is available through the Online Court Records system — search by party name or case number. If you need to review a specific document rather than just case summary data, head to the Circuit Clerk Viewing Room at the courthouse during business hours.
A few procedural rules are worth knowing before you file or request civil records in Kendall County:
- All documents must be filed on 8½" paper following the local rule on standard format.
- Civil cases receive an automatic 90-day status return date assigned by the Circuit Clerk (per Kendall County Administrative Local Rule 87-6).
- Depositions, interrogatories, answers to interrogatories, and other discovery documents are not accepted for filing. Proof of service and notice of filing are required.
- Multiple case numbers cannot appear on a single original document — a separate original is required for each case number.
- Do not staple documents; the office scans all filings.
- Documents are not accepted by fax or email.
- Original documents must be filed at least three days before any scheduled court date to be heard (per Kendall County Administrative Order 01-01).
The General Information page on the Circuit Clerk's website has additional guidance on fees, filing requirements, and local rules. Civil filing fees are set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1a. Since September 1, 2015, a $2.00 Access to Justice Act fee applies at the time of filing the first pleading in all civil cases.
Property records
Deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other property-related records are kept by the Kendall County Recorder. The Kendall County GIS Viewer provides parcel maps, assessment data, and zoning information. If you need property tax details, use the county's property tax search tool. General assessment records are maintained by the Assessments office.
Kendall County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Kendall County go through the Circuit Court, which handles divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, paternity, property allocation, adoption, Orders of Protection, and related proceedings.
Accessing family court records
Family case information can be searched through the Online Court Records platform. Keep in mind that some family law documents — particularly those involving minors, domestic violence, or adoptions — may be restricted under the Illinois Supreme Court Electronic Access Policy and state confidentiality statutes. For those records, an in-person visit to the Circuit Clerk's Office may be your only option.
To schedule a marriage ceremony with a judge, contact the Kendall County Court Administrative Office at (630) 553-4208. For information on the mandatory class for divorcing or separating parents, contact Haven Counseling at (331) 452-8949.
Marriage and divorce records
Marriage licenses are issued and marriage records are kept by the Kendall County Clerk's Office, which also processes civil union licenses (available since 2011). Both the marriage license information sheet and applications for copies are available on the county website.
Kendall County Clerk's Office
502 South Main Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
Phone: (630) 553-4104
Email: vitals@kendallcountyil.gov
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Divorce records held by the Circuit Court can be accessed through the same online court records platform or by visiting the clerk's office in person.
Vital records
The Kendall County Clerk's Office maintains birth, death, and marriage certificates for events that occurred in the county. Certified copies can be ordered online or in person. Current fees for online orders are:
| Record Type | First Copy | Additional Copies |
|---|---|---|
| Certified birth certificate | $10.00 | $2.00 each |
| Certified marriage certificate / civil union | $10.00 | $2.00 each |
| Certified death certificate | $12.00 | $6.00 each |
Online orders carry an additional non-refundable $5.25 service and credit card processing fee. Standard USPS shipping is free — allow 7–10 business days after approval. Priority shipping costs $12.90. Birth certificates are available for births in Kendall County from 1877 to the present; marriage records date from 1841 to present; death records are available from 1877 to present.
If you were born outside Kendall County, contact the county where the birth occurred. Because Kendall County does not have a hospital, births at Rush Copley Medical Center should be directed to Kane County.
Kendall County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Kendall County are handled by the probate division of the Circuit Court. The court's jurisdiction covers estate administration, wills, guardianship of minors and incapacitated adults, conservatorship, adoption, change of name, and trust-related proceedings. Probate cases are heard in Courtroom 116 of the Kendall County Courthouse.
Filing a new probate case
If you're opening a probate case, the Circuit Clerk's Office has downloadable forms to get you started. For estates of deceased persons, the required initial documents include a New Case Probate Information Sheet, the applicable petition (Petition for Admission of Will, Petition for Letters Testamentary, or Petition for Letters of Administration if no will exists), an Affidavit of Heirship, Oath of Representative, Bond, and the appropriate court order. Include a copy of the will if one exists.
For guardianship of a minor, you'll need a New Case Probate Information Sheet, Petition for Guardian, Oath of Representative, and Bond. Additional forms for use during the proceedings — inventories, annual reports, annual accountings, motions, and orders — are also available on the clerk's website.
All probate filings must include an email address on the appearance form. Under Kendall County Administrative Local Rule 87-6, probate cases receive an automatic 9-month status return date.
Searching probate records
Probate case information is accessible through the Online Court Records platform. In-person review of probate documents is available in the Circuit Clerk Viewing Room. Probate records are generally public under FOIA, though records involving minors or incapacitated persons may carry confidentiality restrictions.
Kendall County Circuit Court Probate Division
807 West John Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
Phone: (630) 553-4183
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Probate filing fees are set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1a and must be paid at the time of filing by cash, money order, cashier's check, or personal check. The Circuit Clerk's Office staff can tell you current fee amounts and help with questions about required forms — though they cannot give legal advice about estate matters themselves.