Boone County Traffic Court Records
Boone County traffic court records are managed by the Circuit Clerk in Belvidere, Illinois. The county is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit. You can search Boone County traffic court records on Judici, which holds all cases going back to August 1993. The clerk's office lets you pay fines online, appear in court by Zoom, or handle your ticket in person at the courthouse on North Main Street. Whether you need to look up a case, pay a fine, or check a court date, the tools are there for you. Boone County also gives you the option to use E-Plea for minor tickets, which saves you a trip to the courthouse.
Boone County Quick Facts
Boone County Circuit Clerk Office
The Boone County Circuit Clerk handles all traffic court records for the county. Pamela Coduto is the Circuit Clerk. The office is at 601 N. Main Street, Belvidere, IL 61008. You can reach them at (815) 544-0371. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The fax number is (815) 547-9213.
The Boone County Circuit Clerk website provides details on how to look up your case, pay your fine, and find your court date. You can also check the Illinois Courts Directory page for Boone County to see courthouse details and contact info. Thomas Jakeway serves as the Trial Court Administrator for the 17th Judicial Circuit, which covers both Boone and Winnebago counties.
The clerk's office keeps records of all traffic, civil, and criminal cases filed in Boone County. Staff can help you find what you need.
| Main Office | 601 N. Main Street, Belvidere, IL 61008 Phone: (815) 544-0371 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Fax | (815) 547-9213 |
| Clerk | Pamela Coduto |
Search Boone County Traffic Court Records Online
The main way to search Boone County traffic court records is through Judici.com. All cases since August 1993 are in the system. You can search by name, case number, or ticket number. It is free. No account is needed. The Boone County Circuit Clerk describes it this way: "We have numerous ways to search for information" including the Judici website for current cases.
The Boone County Court Records page has more details on how to access case files. For cases before August 1993, you will need to visit the courthouse in person. Old cases are kept on indexes, files, and microfilm at the Boone County Courthouse. If you want the clerk to do a search for you, send a written request. The fee is $6 per name per year searched.
Judici also offers E-Plea for minor traffic tickets and E-Pay for closed cases that still have a balance. Both tools let you handle your case without a trip to Belvidere.
Boone County Traffic Ticket Options
Check your traffic ticket. The bottom tells you what to do. If it says "Court Appearance Required," you must go to the Boone County Courthouse in Courtroom 2 on the date and time listed. You can also appear by Zoom. The Meeting ID is 928 7314 6899. Change your device name to match the name on your citation so the judge can find your case.
If your ticket says "No Court Appearance Required," you can plead guilty and pay the fine. You must pay at least 2 business days before your court date. Here are the fine amounts for Boone County traffic cases:
- $164.00 for minor traffic offenses
- $260.00 for truck overweight violations
- $195.00 for conservation offenses
You can pay online through Judici E-Plea, by phone at 1(855) 436-6813, by mail, or in person at the Boone County Circuit Clerk's office at 601 N. Main St, Belvidere, IL 61008. The clerk warns that if you do not pay or show up by your court date, "you thereby consent to the entry of a judgment of conviction against you."
There are some special rules for Boone County traffic cases. If you are under 18, you must appear in court with a parent or legal guardian. You can not just pay the fine. If you got more than one ticket at the same stop, you have to appear in court no matter what. And if you got a ticket for no insurance, you may get the charge dropped if you show proof of valid insurance before your court date. Phone screenshots are not accepted for proof of insurance.
Under 625 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Vehicle Code tells you which violations need a court appearance. Serious charges like DUI, driving while suspended, and reckless driving always need you in court.
Traffic Court Fees in Boone County
Boone County traffic fines are set amounts for most common violations. A minor traffic ticket costs $164.00 with all fines, penalties, assessments, and costs included. Conservation offenses are $195.00. Truck overweight violations run $260.00. These amounts apply when you plead guilty and pay by the date on your citation.
Under 705 ILCS 135/, the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act sets the fee structure across Illinois. Online payments may have a convenience fee on top of the fine amount. You can avoid extra fees by paying in person at the clerk's office in Belvidere. Cash, checks, and money orders are accepted at the counter.
Note: As of late 2025, the Boone County Courthouse has had construction that limits public access in some areas. Check the clerk's website for updates before you visit.
Cities in Boone County
Boone County has a few cities and villages. All traffic cases go through the Boone County Circuit Court in Belvidere. The city of Belvidere is the county seat. No cities in Boone County meet the 50,000 population threshold for a separate city page.
Nearby Counties
These counties share a border with Boone County. If your ticket was issued near a county line, check which county it came from. You need to look up your case in the right county.