Saline County Traffic Records
Saline County traffic court records are held by the Circuit Clerk at the courthouse in Harrisburg, Illinois. Part of the 1st Judicial Circuit, the office maintains all traffic filings and collects fines for cases heard in the county. You can search Saline County traffic court records online through Judici, which offers both case lookup and an e-plea and e-pay system. Whether you want to check a court date, pay a fine, or look up the status of a ticket, the Saline County Circuit Clerk is where all traffic court records start and end.
Saline County Quick Facts
Saline County Circuit Clerk Office
The Saline County Circuit Clerk is the official record keeper for all traffic court records in Saline County. Mary Kuczynski serves as Circuit Clerk. The office is located at 10 East Poplar, Harrisburg, IL 62946. Call (618) 253-5096 for questions. The fax number is (618) 253-3904.
The clerk's website states: "The Circuit Clerk maintains records for the entire Court system and is the official record keeper of all court-related documents." This covers traffic tickets, conservation violations, and all other cases filed in Saline County. Presiding Circuit Judge Jayson M. Clark oversees the court at the same address and can be reached at (618) 253-8741 for scheduling matters.
The Illinois Courts directory for Saline County provides the full courthouse details. The First Judicial Circuit page for Saline County has more on the court structure and judicial staff.
| Circuit Clerk | Mary Kuczynski |
|---|---|
| Address | 10 East Poplar, Harrisburg, IL 62946 |
| Phone | (618) 253-5096 |
| Fax | (618) 253-3904 |
| Presiding Judge | Jayson M. Clark |
Search Saline County Traffic Records Online
The Judici case search portal is the main tool for finding Saline County traffic court records from home. You can search by name or enter your ticket number. The system shows case status, charges, court dates, and fine amounts. It is free and does not need an account.
Saline County also uses Judici for its e-plea and e-pay system. The clerk's payment page describes it: "Traffic Ticket -- Judici E-Plea & E-Pay. Traffic Ticket, Conservation Violation To Plead Guilty: Search for your case by name OR enter your ticket number." This means you can plead guilty and pay your fine in one online session for eligible tickets.
Under 55 ILCS 5/4-2001, the Circuit Clerk must maintain all court records. The online data is a summary view that may take a day or two to update after a court event. For the official file, visit the clerk in person at the Harrisburg courthouse.
Saline County Traffic Court Fees
Traffic fines in Saline County follow the statewide schedule set by the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act (705 ILCS 135/). Minor traffic offenses typically cost between $120 and $250 with all assessments included. More serious violations carry higher fines. The exact amount depends on the charge.
Court supervision is available for eligible offenses under 730 ILCS 5/5-6-1. This option keeps the violation off your driving record if you complete the conditions the judge sets. You cannot have had supervision for another traffic offense in the last 12 months to qualify. The Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5/) sets the rules for which offenses require a mandatory court appearance.
You can pay fines online through the Judici e-pay system, in person at the courthouse in Harrisburg, or by mail. Check with the clerk about which payment methods are accepted in person.
Note: Saline County is part of District 5 within the 1st Judicial Circuit, which also covers several neighboring counties in southern Illinois.
Nearby Counties
Saline County borders several counties in southern Illinois. Check which county issued your ticket before searching for your traffic court records.