Whiteside County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 21, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$89 to $314
New civil suit
E-filing
Not available
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Case records
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Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$89 to $314

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $314, the civil filing fee in Whiteside County is about the same as nearby counties (median $334 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Whiteside County Circuit Clerk
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Courthouses in Whiteside County

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Whiteside County Circuit Court (Whiteside County Courthouse)

Address
200 East Knox Street, Morrison, 61270

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Whiteside County, Illinois is $314.00 (Law over $50,000; Chancery/Misc. Remedy; Law Magistrate over $15,000 to $50,000; Arbitration $15,001 to $75,000); $264.00 (Law Magistrate $10,001 to $15,000; Arbitration $10,001 to $15,000; Small Claims $2,501 to $10,000); $89.00 (Small Claims $1 to $2,500)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileIL.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Whiteside County?

    Filings go to the Whiteside County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (815) 772-5188.

Whiteside County Circuit Court, IL: (815) 772-5188, Hours & $314 Filing Fee | 1Court