Find Warren County Traffic Court Records

Warren County traffic court records are stored at the Circuit Clerk's office in Monmouth, Illinois. The county is part of the 9th Judicial Circuit. Denise L. Schreck serves as the Circuit Clerk and her primary job is to keep a record of all traffic, civil, and criminal cases filed in Warren County. You can search for Warren County traffic court records on the Judici online system or visit the clerk's office in person at 100 West Broadway. The clerk also handles FOIA requests if you need copies of specific records.

Warren County Circuit Clerk Office

The Warren County Circuit Clerk is the official keeper of all traffic court records in Warren County. Denise L. Schreck runs the office at 100 West Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462. The phone number is (309) 734-5179. The fax is (309) 734-4151. You can also email the clerk at dschreck@warrencountyil.gov. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. As the clerk's website says: "The Clerk's primary function is to establish, maintain and keep a record of all traffic, civil and criminal cases filed and heard in Warren County."

The Illinois Courts directory for Warren County lists the courthouse contact info and judicial assignments. This is a reliable way to confirm the address before you make the trip to Monmouth.

Search Warren County Traffic Records Online

The Judici case search for Warren County lets you look up traffic court records from home. Search by name or case number. The system shows case status, charges, court dates, and fine amounts. It is free to use.

Under 55 ILCS 5/4-2001, the Circuit Clerk must maintain all court records. The online data is a summary. For the official record, go to the clerk in person. Warren County also accepts FOIA requests for traffic court records. Send your request to dschreck@warrencountyil.gov with "FOIA" in the subject line. The clerk states: "For black and white, letter or legal sized copies, the first 50 pages are free. Any additional pages will be charged at .15 cents per page." All written requests must be answered within five working days.

You can also check the Illinois State Archives page for Warren County for historical court records that go back further than what Judici covers.

Warren County Traffic Ticket Options

Check the bottom of your Warren County traffic ticket. If it says no court appearance is required, you can pay the fine and plead guilty without going to court. If it says you must appear, you need to show up at the courthouse in Monmouth on the date listed.

The Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5/) decides which violations need a court date. Serious offenses like DUI, driving on a revoked license, and reckless driving always require you to be there. For minor violations in Warren County, you can pay online through Judici, by mail, or at the clerk's window.

Court supervision under 730 ILCS 5/5-6-1 is an option for eligible traffic offenses. If granted, the violation does not go on your driving record as a conviction. You must not have had supervision in the past 12 months. Contact the Warren County Circuit Clerk to find out if your case qualifies for supervision.

Note: FOIA requests for Warren County traffic records must specify the records you want and state whether you want copies or to view them in person.

Traffic Court Fees in Warren County

Fines for Warren County traffic cases depend on the violation. The Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act (705 ILCS 135/) sets the fee framework. Most minor tickets in Warren County run $120 to $250 with all costs and assessments. Serious charges carry higher fines.

You can pay at the clerk's office in person with cash, money orders, or certified checks. For online payment, use the Judici portal. You can also pay by phone through CourtMoney at 1-877-222-4668. Fee waivers for FOIA requests may be available if you can show the records serve the public interest. The clerk's office can explain the process if you want to request a waiver.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Warren County. Check which county issued your ticket before you search for your case.