Search Will County Traffic Court Records
Will County traffic court records are maintained by Circuit Clerk Andrea Lynn Chasteen at the courthouse in Joliet, part of the 12th Judicial Circuit. Over 701,000 people live in Will County, and the court processes a large number of traffic cases each year. You can search Will County traffic court records online through the iPublic portal, pay fines, and check your next court date. The main courthouse is at 100 W. Jefferson Street in Joliet. Finding your traffic court records starts with knowing your name, case number, or ticket number.
Will County Quick Facts
Will County Circuit Clerk Office
The Will County Circuit Clerk is the official keeper of all traffic court records in Will County. Andrea Lynn Chasteen runs the office. The main courthouse is at 100 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432. Call (815) 727-8592 for general questions. The fax number is (815) 740-8074.
Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The clerk's office handles all traffic case filings, payments, and record requests for Will County. Staff can help you find your case, check fines, and get copies of court documents. Will County traffic court records cover everything from speeding tickets to DUI cases filed in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
The Will County Circuit Clerk homepage gives you direct access to online tools and case search features.
| Main Office | 100 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 Phone: (815) 727-8592 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (815) 740-8074 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Clerk | Andrea Lynn Chasteen |
Search Will County Traffic Records Online
The Will County iPublic Portal is the main tool for finding traffic court records in Will County. You can search by name, case number, or ticket number. The system shows court date information and the amount of money owed if applicable. This is a free tool open to the public.
You can view the Will County iPublic portal search page below. It provides a quick way to look up your traffic case.
The online data is the electronic docket. It has brief case summaries. Under 55 ILCS 5/4-2001, the Circuit Clerk maintains the official records, but the online tool is a summary view only. Updates may take a few days to show up in the Will County system.
The Will County Traffic Citations page has specific details about traffic tickets, court appearances, and payment options for Will County traffic court records.
Note: The bottom of your traffic citation will tell you if a court appearance is required in Will County.
Will County Traffic Ticket Process
When you get a traffic ticket in Will County, look at the bottom of the citation. If it says no court appearance is required, you may avoid court by either pleading guilty and sending certified payment by mail or paying online. Under 625 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Vehicle Code sets the rules for which violations need a court appearance.
For tickets that do not require court in Will County, you have these choices:
- Plead guilty and pay the fine by mail or online
- Plead guilty, pay, and request traffic safety school
- Plead not guilty and request a hearing date
If your Will County ticket says court appearance required, you must show up on the date listed. This covers serious offenses like DUI, driving on a suspended license, and reckless driving. No automatic continuances are given. Court supervision follows 730 ILCS 5/5-6-1, which means you need a clean supervision record for the past 12 months and must be 18 or older.
Traffic Court Fees in Will County
Fines and costs for traffic cases in Will County vary. 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 included.
You can pay Will County traffic fines online through the iPublic portal, by mail, or in person at the clerk's office in Joliet. Cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards are accepted at the courthouse. The online system lets you check what you owe before you pay. Will County also offers payment plan options for those who qualify.
Cities in Will County
Will County has several cities and towns. All traffic cases are filed through the Will County Circuit Court in Joliet. Your case goes to the main courthouse regardless of which city in Will County issued the ticket.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Will County. If your traffic stop happened near a county line, check which county issued the ticket. You must search in the right county for your case.