Hamilton County Circuit Court

Hamilton County Circuit Court cases in Hamilton County, Mcleansboro, IL

Hamilton County Circuit Court in McLeansboro, Illinois, is a circuit (trial) court within the Illinois Second Judicial Circuit. As the county's court of general jurisdiction, it hears nearly all types of cases arising in Hamilton County unless assigned by law to another court. Its docket commonly includes criminal matters (felonies and misdemeanors), civil cases (torts, contracts, small claims, evictions), family and domestic relations (divorce, custody, child support), juvenile delinquency and abuse/neglect, probate and guardianship, traffic and ordinance violations, orders of protection, and certain administrative reviews. The court conducts arraignments, motions, trials, and post-judgment proceedings and oversees local jury and bench trials.

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Services and Case Types Handled in Hamilton County Circuit Court

Hamilton County Circuit Court provides public access to file and manage cases; hears civil (contract, injury, property) and domestic relations (divorce, parenting, child support) matters, and certain criminal or appellate matters as provided by law; issues and enforces protective orders in qualifying domestic-violence or stalking cases; schedules and conducts hearings, trials, and motions; manages juror summons, qualification, deferrals, orientation, and compensation; maintains case records, calendars, and dockets; offers forms, self-help resources, and clerk assistance; processes fees, fines, and cost payments; facilitates mediation, interpreters, and ADA accommodations; coordinates compliance with court orders; and provides information on court rules, local procedures, and remote hearing options.