Access McHenry County Traffic Court Records
McHenry County traffic court records are managed by Circuit Clerk Katherine M. Keefe at the Government Center in Woodstock, part of the 22nd Judicial Circuit. More than 312,000 people live in McHenry County, and traffic court is one of the most commonly visited courtrooms in the circuit. You can search McHenry County traffic court records, pay tickets online, and check court dates through the clerk's website. The courthouse at 2200 N. Seminary Avenue in Woodstock is where all traffic cases are heard. Finding your traffic case record in McHenry County starts with your ticket information or name.
McHenry County Quick Facts
McHenry County Circuit Clerk Office
The McHenry County Circuit Clerk is the official keeper of all traffic court records in McHenry County. Katherine M. Keefe serves as Circuit Clerk. The main office is at 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Room 352, Woodstock, Illinois 60098.
For general questions, call (815) 334-4310. The Traffic Division has its own line at (815) 334-4190. The fax number is (815) 338-8583. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Staff can help you find your McHenry County traffic court records, check fines, and get copies of court documents.
Traffic court in McHenry County is one of the most visited courtrooms in the 22nd Judicial Circuit. It is located in Courtroom 102 of the judicial center. All traffic violations issued anywhere in McHenry County are handled at this location in Woodstock.
| Main Office | 2200 N. Seminary Avenue, Room 352, Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: (815) 334-4310 |
|---|---|
| Traffic Division | Phone: (815) 334-4190 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Clerk | Katherine M. Keefe |
Search McHenry County Traffic Records Online
The McHenry County Pay Traffic Ticket page lets you pay fines and look up your case online. The system is tied to the clerk's database for the 22nd Judicial Circuit. You can find your ticket, see how much you owe, and make a payment.
Here is the McHenry County online traffic ticket payment page where you can look up and pay your ticket.
The 22nd Judicial Circuit website provides additional information about court procedures, schedules, and rules that apply to McHenry County traffic court records.
Under 55 ILCS 5/4-2001, the Circuit Clerk maintains all court records. Online data is a summary only. Updates to the McHenry County system may take a few days.
The 22nd Circuit Traffic Court Information page has specific details about how traffic court works in McHenry County.
Note: Sealed, impounded, and expunged cases do not appear in the public search for McHenry County traffic court records.
McHenry County Traffic Ticket Process
When you get a traffic ticket in McHenry County, the bottom of the ticket tells you if a court date is needed. If no appearance is required, you can pay the fine online or by mail. Under 625 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Vehicle Code determines which violations need a court appearance.
For minor traffic violations in McHenry County, you can choose to plead guilty and pay, request traffic school, or plead not guilty and set a hearing. Serious offenses like DUI and reckless driving always require a court appearance at the Woodstock courthouse.
If you are found guilty in McHenry County traffic court, the judge will set your fine. Related court costs are determined by state law and the County Board. Payment of fines and fees is due in full that day. Court supervision follows 730 ILCS 5/5-6-1. You must not have had supervision in the past 12 months and must be 18 or older.
Traffic Court Fees in McHenry County
Fines for traffic cases in McHenry County vary by violation. Under 705 ILCS 135/, the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act sets the fee structure. Most minor traffic tickets cost between $120 and $250 with all court costs and assessments added in.
You can pay McHenry County traffic fines online through the clerk's website, by mail, or in person at the courthouse in Woodstock. Cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards are accepted. The online system shows your total balance before you pay. McHenry County makes it easy to handle fines from your computer or phone.
Cities in McHenry County
McHenry County has several cities and villages. All traffic cases are filed through the McHenry County Circuit Court in Woodstock. Traffic tickets issued anywhere in McHenry County go to the same courthouse.
Nearby Counties
These counties border McHenry County. If your traffic stop happened near a county line, verify which county issued the ticket. You need to search for your case in the correct county.