Sangamon County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$326
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$326

Clerk of Court

Sangamon County Circuit Clerk

Joe Roesch

E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$326
$326 (civil over $50,000); $276 (Law Magistrate up to $15,000). Clerk fee schedule updated 2024-05-29
Small Claims
$109
$109 (claims up to $2,500); $276 ($2,500.01 to $10,000). Updated 2024-05-29
Divorce / Family
$326
$326 (Dissolution of Marriage, with or without children). Updated 2024-05-29

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Sangamon County, Illinois is $326 (civil over $50,000); $276 (Law Magistrate up to $15,000). Clerk fee schedule updated 2024-05-29.

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Sangamon County?

    $109 (claims up to $2,500); $276 ($2,500.01 to $10,000). Updated 2024-05-29.

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

    $326 (Dissolution of Marriage, with or without children). Updated 2024-05-29.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Sangamon County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Illinois eFileIL. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Sangamon County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at sangamoncountycircuitclerk.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Sangamon County?

    Filings go to the Sangamon County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (217) 753-6674.

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