CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT P.O. Box 1120  300 West State Street Jacksonville, Illinois 62651 (217) 243-5419

Theresa Lonergan, Circuit Clerk FAX: (217) 243-2009 TTY: (217) 243-6989 EMAIL: circlerk@morgancounty-il.com WELCOME FEES OTHER FEES JURY INFO TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND WEBSITES PASSPORT FEES SMALL CLAIMS COURT GUIDE Welcome to Our Web Page The Clerk of the Circuit Court is the official keeper of the records and the Seal of the Morgan County Circuit Court.  The Clerk's duties are governed by statute. The clerks shall attend the sessions of court, preserve all the files and papers thereof, make, keep, and preserve complete records of all the proceedings and determinations thereof, except in cases otherwise provided by law or the order of their courts respectively.  705 ILCS 105/13 The Circuit Clerk collects and distributes all fines, costs, and fees assessed by the Court or required by statute.  There are also administrative duties such as statistical reporting and managing the office budget and staff. The Morgan County Circuit Clerk is authorized to accept Passport Applications.  Forms are available in our office or click here. Back to Top Morgan County Circuit Clerk Filing Fees Schedule This schedule is provided for informational pruposes only. For specific fee calculations refer to Illinois Compiled Statutes. Fees are subject to change without notice EFFECTIVE  SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 Law (Over $50,000) LM (Over $15,000 to $50,000) LM (Under $15,000) Forcible Entry and Detainer LM (Over $15,000) LM (Under $15,000) LM (Possession Only) $173 $173 $123   $173 $98 $98 Confession of Judgment Under $1,500 $1,500 - $15,000 Over $15,000   $108 $150.50 $193 Jury Demand Answer Fees: Law (Over $50,000) LM ($15,000 to $50,000) LM (Under $15,000) FED (Under $1,500) FED ($1,501 to $15,000) FED (Possession Only) $137.50   $110.50 $110.50 $105.50 $83 $105.50 $98 Small Claims Under $250 $251 - $500 $501 - $2,500 $2,500 - $10,000   $73 $78 $95.50 $113 Answer Fee Under $1,500 $1,501 - $10,000 Jury Demand (12) Jury Demand (6)   $73 $95.50 $25 $12.50 Citation, Wage Garnishment, Non-Wage Garnishment Under $1,000 $1,000 - $5,000 Over $5,000   $10 $17.50 $27.50 Alias Summons/Alias Cit Certified Mailings- Additional Record Search (Per Year) Hard Copy Print Output (per page) Counter Claims Certification Court Appeals Under 100 Pages Over 100 Pages $3.50 $6 plus current postage $5 $5 Same as Original Filing Fees $4.00 $40 $100 Annual Child Support Maintenance $36 Certified Summons $6 Plus current postage Certified Seals (Probate) Annual Fees Trustees Divorce Entry of Appearance $1.50 $8 $173 $110.50 Family $113 Adoption Birth Certificate  $65 $15 Probate $173 Small Estates $105.50 Letters (each) $1.50 Petition (in Probate) to Sell Real Estate Guardianship Guardianship (Under $15,000) Claims $150 - $499 Claims $500 - $10,000 Over $10,000 1st Appearance or Answer Petition to Re-Open $50 $135.50 $105.50 $17.50 $25 $35 $93 $20 Order of Protection NO FEE Eminent Domain $170.50 Tax $195.50  Each Addl Parcel $35 Property Tax (over $1,000) $30 Municipal Corporation $173 Misc. Remedy $173 Entry of Appearance $110.50 Chancery $173 Entry of Appearance $110.50 Back to Top Other Fees of the Office Copies $1.50 first page, $.50 next 19 pages, $.25 per page after page 20. Record Search A request for records search must be in writing. FAX or mail requesting the search of the full name (with middle initial) and date of birth. $5 for each year searched per defendant plus the costs of any copies required. Send your Request to: Morgan County Circuit Clerk P O Box 1120 Jacksonville, Il 62651 OR by FAX at: (217)243-2009 Back to Top

JURY INFORMATION Prospective jurors are selected by lot from a combined list (provided by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts) of registered voters, licensed drivers, and holders of Illinois Identification cards over age 18 who reside in the county. Jurors are notified by mail of their selection.  Enclosed in the mailing is a questionnaire to be completed and returned to the Circuit Clerk's office within five days. A juror must be a US Citizen and must reside in Morgan County at the time of jury service. Morgan County petit jurors are subject to call at any time during their one month of service. Requests to be excused must be in writing to the presiding Judge. JURY INFORMATION LINE: (217)243-5419 Jurors are to call the jury information line after 5PM on the evening before they are scheduled to report for instructions regarding their jury service. Back to Top

TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS Traffic tickets marked "YOU MUST APPEAR IN COURT" require a Court Appearance on the date and time marked on the ticket.  Failure to appear may result in the issuance of an arrest warrant. If the ticket does NOT require a Court Appearance you may plead guilty and pay the ticket over the counter or mail your payment to: Morgan County Circuit Clerk, P O Box 1120, Jacksonville, Illinois 62651.  A conviction is reported to the Secretary of State. Speeding 1 to 20 mph over the limit          $75 Speeding 21 to 30 mph over the limit         $95 Other non-court appearance violations       $75 Seat Belt Violation                                     $55 In order to obtain Court Supervision you must appear in Court on the date indicated on your ticket.  Contact the Circuit Clerk's Office for more information regarding Court Supervision at (217)243-5419.  If supervision is allowed, a conviction is not reported to the Secretary of State.  You are NOT eligible for Court Supervision if you have already been granted Supervision in the preceding twelve months. You may plead NOT GUILTY and request a trial.  You must fill out the top of  the back of the blue copy of the ticket in the "AVOID MULTIPLE COURT APPEARANCES" section.  Please indicate whether you want a jury trial or a bench trial.  Mail this copy to the Clerk's office.  A trial date will be set and you will be notified of the new appearance date. Back to Top

Important Phone Numbers and Websites * Pay Fines, Costs and Child Support Fees online here: www.governmentpayment.com. When paying online, please use the following codes: Traffic Fines use 5917; Fine and Costs use 5918; Child Support/Administration Fees use 5919. * Questions or requests for the expungement/sealing program contact this office at 217-243-5419 or email the Appellate Defender. STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT CONTACT NUMBERS Toll Free: 877-225-7077 FAX:       630-786-3707 You will need to provide the following information for the SDU to locate your case:      Names of custodial and non-custodial parents.      Case Number      Your Social Security Number ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC AID CONTACT NUMBER Toll Free: 877-311-5237 Phone:      217-785-3456 LAND OF LINCOLN LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION Toll Free:  800-252-8629 Phone:      217-753-3300 Fax and TDD         217-753-4634 730 East Vine St., Suite 214 PO Box 2206 Springfield, IL 62705 Back to Top

Passport Fees

Effective February 1, 2008

PASSPORT BOOK

The U.S. Passport Book may be used for all international travel by air, land and sea to and from the U.S.

Fee Types	DS-11 Routine	DS-11 Expedite*	DS-82 Routine	DS-82 Expedite*
Under Age 16	$85.00	$145.00	N/A	N/A
Over Age 16	$100.00	$160.00	$75.00	$135.00

PASSPORT CARD

The U.S. Passport Card may only be used for travel by land and sea from the U.S. to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda.

Fee Types	DS-11 Routine	DS-11 Expedite*	DS-82 Routine	DS-82 Expedite*
Under Age 16	$35.00	$95.00**	N/A	N/A
Over Age 16	$45.00	$105.00**	$20.00	$80.00**

PASSPORT BOOK AND PASSPORT CARD

*Expedite fee plus current postage

**Customers may apply for the passport card beginning February 1, 2008. However, card production will not begin until spring, 2008. Therefore, expedited service is not available at this time.

If international departure in less than 2 weeks, or passport is needed for foreign visas, application at a Regional Passport Agency may be advised.  Appointment required.

Visit travel.state.gov for more information

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