Christian County
Christian County was established in 1839 and spans approximately 709.49 square miles of land. Taylorville serves as both the administrative center and the largest city. More than 33,228 people live in Christian County.
The Christian County Circuit Court constitutes the county's judicial system. The Circuit Court is part of the Fourth Judicial Circuit in Illinois and has general jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases within the county. The court handles civil cases involving breach of contract disputes, personal injury claims, and small claims under a specified monetary threshold. It also hears criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and family law cases. Additionally, it oversees juvenile cases involving delinquency, abuse, or neglect. In certain cases involving revenue, prohibition, or habeas corpus, the court shares jurisdiction with the Illinois Supreme Court. Probate jurisdiction includes guardianships, estate administration, and wills.
Christian County court records are legal documents gathered or created during court proceedings within the county's borders. These records include judgments, evidence, court orders, filings, and docket entries. The Circuit Court Clerk's Office is responsible for maintaining these records. Common types of court records in Christian County include the following:
- Civil Court Records
- Criminal Court Records
- Probate Court Records
- Juvenile Court Records
- Adoption Court Records
- Traffic Court Records
Most Christian County court records are publicly available to interested residents for viewing or copying. However, certain records may be restricted from public disclosure to protect privacy. These restricted records include adoption records, mental health records, and juvenile records. Record seekers may search for court records online through the Circuit Clerk's portal or by visiting the courthouse in person at:
Christian County Circuit Clerk
101 S. Main Street
Taylorville, IL 62568
Phone: (217) 824-4966
Fax: (217) 824-5030
Certain fees may apply for copying or duplicating court records in the county.