Jo Daviess County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Jo Daviess County, Illinois.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-27
Civil filing fee
$306.00
E-filing
Yes
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$306

At $306, the civil filing fee in Jo Daviess County is higher than most nearby counties (median $215 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Jo Daviess County Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court

Kathy Phillips

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center
E-FilingYes

eFileIL / Tyler Technologies

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Civil Complaint
$306.00
$306.00
Small Claims
$89
$89
Divorce / Family
$306
$306

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Jo Daviess County?

    The civil filing fee in Jo Daviess County, Illinois is $306.00.

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Jo Daviess County?

    $89.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Jo Daviess County?

    $306.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Jo Daviess County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileIL.

  • Is there a free online case search for Jo Daviess County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at judici.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Jo Daviess County?

    Filings go to the Jo Daviess County Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (815) 777-0037.

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