Champaign County Traffic Court Records Lookup
Champaign County traffic court records are managed by the Circuit Clerk in Urbana, Illinois. With more than 208,000 residents, Champaign County is one of the larger counties in the state and handles a high number of traffic cases each year through the 6th Judicial Circuit. You can search Champaign County traffic court records through the Circuit Clerk's office, use public access terminals at the courthouse, or visit in person at 101 East Main Street. The city of Champaign and surrounding areas all file traffic cases through this same office. Finding your record starts with the clerk's online tools or a call to the office.
Champaign County Quick Facts
Champaign County Circuit Clerk Office
The Champaign County Circuit Clerk is the official record keeper for all traffic court cases in the county. Susan McGrath serves as Circuit Clerk. The main office is at 101 East Main Street, Urbana, Illinois 61801. You can call (217) 384-3725 for help with your traffic case. The fax number is (217) 384-3879. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Champaign County sits in the 6th Judicial Circuit, which also covers Douglas, Macon, Moultrie, DeWitt, and Piatt counties. The Circuit Court hears all traffic cases from across the county, including tickets issued in Champaign, Urbana, Rantoul, Mahomet, and other towns. Public access terminals are available in the courthouse if you want to search records in person. Staff at the clerk's office can point you in the right direction but cannot give legal advice.
| Main Office | 101 East Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801 Phone: (217) 384-3725 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Fax | (217) 384-3879 |
| Clerk | Susan McGrath |
Search Champaign County Traffic Court Records Online
You can search Champaign County traffic court records through the Circuit Clerk's website. Case info is available through the clerk's online system. You can look up cases by name, case number, or ticket number. The Judici.com system is another way to find traffic cases in Champaign County. Judici is free and open to everyone. No account is needed to search.
The online system shows basic case details like charges, court dates, and fine amounts. Keep in mind that the data online is a summary. It is not the full official court record. There can be a delay of at least 24 hours between what happens in court and what shows up in the system. Some records may not appear at all if they have been sealed, suppressed, or marked as confidential by a judge.
If you need the full official record of your Champaign County traffic case, you will need to request a copy from the clerk's office. You can visit in person or call (217) 384-3725. The Illinois Courts Circuit Clerk directory has a full list of contact details for all Illinois Circuit Clerks, including Champaign County.
Champaign County Traffic Ticket Options
When you get a traffic ticket in Champaign County, check the bottom of the citation. It tells you if a court appearance is required. If it says "No Court Appearance Required," you can plead guilty and pay the fine without going to court. If you must appear, go to the Champaign County Courthouse on the date listed.
Here are the ways you can handle a Champaign County traffic ticket that does not need a court date:
- Pay online through the clerk's website or Judici
- Pay in person at the Circuit Clerk's office in Urbana
- Mail a payment to 101 East Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801
- Call (217) 384-3725 for questions about your case
Court supervision is available for some Champaign County traffic cases. You must appear in court to ask for it. If the judge grants supervision, the offense goes on your record but not as a conviction. You must not have had supervision in the past 12 months, and you must be 18 or older. Drivers under 21 may need to complete traffic safety school. Under 625 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Vehicle Code lists which offenses always need a court appearance. DUI, driving on a suspended license, and reckless driving require you to show up.
The statewide e-Guilty system also lets you plead and pay for some traffic violations online. Check if your Champaign County ticket qualifies for this option.
Traffic Court Fees in Champaign County
Traffic fines in Champaign County depend on the violation. Under 705 ILCS 135/, the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act sets the fee structure. Most minor tickets in Champaign County cost between $120 and $250 with all costs and assessments. Serious offenses cost more. Speeding in a construction zone, for example, doubles the fine.
Online payments may carry a convenience fee. You can avoid it by paying at the clerk's window in Urbana. The clerk's office takes cash, checks, money orders, and credit or debit cards in person. All fines and fees collected by the Circuit Clerk get distributed each month to the county, state, and local governments as the law requires.
Note: Filing fee changes took effect in October 2025 across Illinois counties, including Champaign County. Call the clerk at (217) 384-3725 for current amounts.
Cities in Champaign County
Champaign County includes the cities of Champaign, Urbana, Rantoul, and Mahomet. All traffic cases in the county go through the Champaign County Circuit Court in Urbana. The city of Champaign has its own page for traffic court info.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Champaign County. If your traffic stop was near a county line, check which county issued the ticket. You must look up your case in the right county.