This page helps users look for Court Records in Peoria County, Illinois and understand which official online tools or court offices may fit the task.
The Peoria County Records Portal and Odyssey Public Access provide the main online paths for court record, hearing, calendar, jail record, and jail bond searches.
Peoria County Records Portal
Use the Peoria County Records Portal for Smart Search, court hearing searches, warrants search, and jail records search.
- Open the portal in a supported browser.
- Allow JavaScript and cookies so the application can load and keep the session active.
- Choose Smart Search to search court records, or Search Hearings to search hearings by date range.
Browser note: the portal states that older unsupported browsers may not work properly.
Odyssey Public Access case records
The Odyssey Public Access records inquiry includes separate Peoria County locations for civil, criminal and traffic, probate, and family case records.
It also lists court calendar, jail records, and jail bond records options for users who need related court or custody information.
Case number format for recent records
For 2022-present records, the case number search uses three parts: a four-digit year, a two-letter case category code, and the case sequence number within that category.
Examples shown by the system include 2022-LM-000001 and 2022-TR-000001.
Court calendars and hearings
Users looking for a scheduled court appearance can use the hearing search in the Peoria County Records Portal for a specified date range. Odyssey Public Access also lists a Court Calendar option.
For remote appearances, the Tenth Judicial Circuit explains that proceedings may be conducted by Zoom at the judge’s discretion. The meeting ID is listed on the user’s notice, and users can join online or by phone.
E-filing, forms, and transcript requests
Illinois court users can review Tenth Judicial Circuit e-file information for filing court documents into a new or existing case.
The 10th Circuit Forms page includes forms by case category, including divorce, child support and maintenance, evictions, expungement and sealing, family fee waiver, guardianship, name change, small claims, summons, and wage garnishments.
Transcript requests are handled through a form that asks for the case caption, case number, judge, courtroom, hearing date and time, ordering party information, firm name, address, phone number, and email address.
Court records contacts
Use these contacts when online results are unclear, when a court notice directs you to staff, or when you need help with court records, hearings, forms, or transcripts.
- Peoria County Circuit Clerk Robert M. Spears, 324 Main Street Room G-22, Peoria, IL 61602. Phone: (309) 672-6000. Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm. Fax: (309) 677-6228.
- Peoria County Tenth Judicial Circuit Court, 324 Main Street Room 215, Peoria, IL 61602. Phone: (309) 672-6036.
- Legal Self-Help Center, Peoria County Courthouse, 324 Main Street, Room 211, Peoria, IL 61602. Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Phone: (309) 672-6084.
- Court Reporting Services, Peoria County Courthouse, 324 Main Street, Room 215, Peoria, IL 61602. Phone: (309) 672-6990. Fax: (309) 672-6957.
Common questions
Where can I search Peoria County court records online?
Use the Peoria County Records Portal for Smart Search and hearing searches. Odyssey Public Access also lists Peoria County civil, criminal and traffic, probate, and family case record options.
What do I need for a 2022-present case number search?
The case number uses a four-digit year, two letters for the case category, and the case sequence number. Examples include 2022-LM-000001 and 2022-TR-000001.
Who should I contact about Peoria County Circuit Clerk records?
Contact the Peoria County Circuit Clerk at (309) 672-6000. The office is listed at 324 Main Street Room G-22, Peoria, IL 61602.
Where can I find court forms for Peoria County cases?
The Tenth Judicial Circuit provides forms by case category, including family, eviction, expungement and sealing, fee waiver, small claims, summons, and other court form categories.
Can I get self-help with Peoria County court forms?
Yes. The Legal Self-Help Center offers resources for self-represented litigants, including approved court forms, print materials, computers, and online resources. Court navigators cannot provide legal advice.