Find White County Traffic Court Records
White County traffic court records are maintained by the Circuit Clerk in Carmi, Illinois. The county is in southeastern Illinois and is part of the 2nd Judicial Circuit, which covers 12 counties in total. You can search for White County traffic court records through Judici or the 2nd Circuit website, pay fines online through the Plea Pay system, or visit the clerk's office in person. Circuit Clerk Kelly L. Fulkerson serves as the official recordkeeper for all civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases in the county. The office stays open through lunch, which is helpful if you need to stop by during the day.
White County Quick Facts
White County Circuit Clerk Office
The White County Circuit Clerk is the official recordkeeper for all court cases in the county. Circuit Clerk Kelly L. Fulkerson runs the office. The main address is 301 East Main St, Carmi, IL 62821 (also P.O. Box 310). You can call (618) 382-2321 for questions about White County traffic court records. The fax is (618) 382-2322, and the email is cclerk@whitecounty-il.gov.
Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office stays open through lunch. The clerk maintains all court records and the official court seal, including documents for civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases. White County also serves as home to the probation office for the area, with Chief Probation Officer Ryan Ruble based out of the Carmi courthouse.
The 2nd Judicial Circuit page for White County lists court officials and contacts. The Illinois Courts Directory page has more courthouse details.
| Address | 301 East Main St, Carmi, IL 62821 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (618) 382-2321 |
| Fax | (618) 382-2322 |
| cclerk@whitecounty-il.gov | |
| Hours | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday (open through lunch) |
Search White County Traffic Court Records Online
You can search White County traffic court records through Judici. This free tool lets you look up cases by name or case number. You can see case status, charges, and court dates without needing an account.
The Plea Pay system is available online for traffic tickets. You can also pay by phone at 1-877-222-4668 using Form # 131303. White County accepts electronic filings on all quasi-criminal cases, including traffic matters. Criminal e-filing became available in March 2020, and civil e-filing is mandatory per Supreme Court Order M.R. 18368 (with exemptions for qualifying individuals).
Zoom hearings are available only when approved by the presiding judge. You must file a motion at least one week before the hearing date to request a Zoom appearance. This is not automatic in White County.
White County Traffic Ticket Options
Check your traffic ticket to see if a court appearance is required. If the ticket allows you to pay without going to court, you can handle it online or at the clerk's office. Your options include:
- Plead guilty and pay the fine
- Plead guilty, pay the fine, and request traffic school
- Plead not guilty and ask for a court hearing
Under 625 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Vehicle Code sets which violations require a court appearance. DUI and reckless driving always need a court date. Court supervision is available for eligible cases in White County following the same state rules that apply elsewhere in Illinois.
It is your responsibility to keep your address current with the clerk's office. The office will mail court notices and other documents to the address on file. If you move during your case, update your info right away. Cell phones are not allowed in the courtroom in White County.
Note: If you do not pay before your "Time to Pay" date, an Ex-Parte Judgment may be entered and your case may go to collections.
Traffic Court Fees in White County
Fines and costs for White County traffic cases depend on the type of violation. Under 705 ILCS 135/, the Criminal and Traffic Assessment Act sets the base fee structure. Most minor traffic tickets cost between $120 and $250 with all court costs and assessments added.
You can pay online through the Plea Pay system, by phone at 1-877-222-4668 (Form # 131303), or in person at the White County Courthouse. The CourtMoney system is another option for online or phone payments. Cash, checks, and money orders are accepted at the counter. A convenience fee applies to online and phone payments.
Cities in White County
White County includes Carmi, Norris City, Crossville, and other small towns. None meet the population threshold for a separate page. All traffic cases in White County go through the Circuit Clerk's office at the courthouse in Carmi.
Nearby Counties
These counties border White County. Make sure you verify which county issued your ticket before searching.