Tazewell County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$89 to $314
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through eFileIL / Odyssey eFileIL
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$89 to $314
Small claims$89
Divorce / family$314

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.

Clerk & court records

Tazewell County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Lincoln C. Hobson
Call the clerk
Jury service
(309) 477-2213

Courthouses in Tazewell County

CivilCriminalFamilyProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Tazewell County Circuit Court (Tazewell County Courthouse)

Address
342 Court Street, Pekin, 61554

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Tazewell County, Illinois is $314.00 (Schedule 1 civil complaint - money damages over $50,000; lesser tiers $264.00 for $10,000.01-$50,000 and $89.00 up to $10,000). Statewide standardized civil fee schedule under 705 ILCS 105/27.1b; Tazewell Circuit Clerk Civil Fee Schedule eff. 2025-10-01.

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

    $89.00 (Schedule 3, small claims up to $10,000)

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

    $314.00 (dissolution of marriage/civil union, Schedule 1; 705 ILCS 105/27.1b)

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

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

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-iltazewell.tylertech.cloud.

  • Where do I file court documents in Tazewell County?

    Filings go to the Tazewell County Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (309) 477-2214.

Tazewell County Circuit Court, IL: (309) 477-2214, Hours & $314 Filing Fee | 1Court