DuPage County Civil Court Records

DuPage County civil court records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk of the 18th Judicial Circuit in Wheaton, Illinois. You can search cases online for free through Judici.com, request copies in person or by mail, and file new civil cases electronically through the state eFiling system. This guide covers how to find DuPage County civil court records, what they contain, and where to get help.

DuPage County Circuit Clerk Office

The Circuit Court Clerk of DuPage County handles all civil court records filed in the 18th Judicial Circuit. The main office sits at 505 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. The clerk's office processes new case filings, stores the official case files, handles copy requests, and manages access to civil court records for DuPage County. The official website is at dupagecourts.org/circuit-court-clerk.

DuPage County is one of the most populous counties in Illinois. That means the court handles a large volume of civil cases each year, from small claims and landlord-tenant disputes to complex commercial litigation. The clerk's office is your first stop for any question about a civil case filed in DuPage County. Staff can help you locate a case, explain how to request copies, and direct you to the right window or department. They cannot give legal advice, so bring your own counsel if you need guidance on what records mean for your case.

The court administrator can be reached at (630) 407-8904. For court reporter services, call (630) 407-8927. If you are deaf or hard of hearing and need relay service, use the Illinois Relay at 1-800-526-0844.

Civil Court Records Search in DuPage County

DuPage County uses Judici.com for free public access to civil court records. The portal covers 82 of Illinois's 102 counties and requires no account or login for basic searches. You can search DuPage County civil court records by case number, party name, or attorney name. The direct link for DuPage cases is judici.com/courts/DuPage.

The Illinois Courts website also points to Judici as the access point for DuPage civil court records online. What you find through Judici is the electronic docket, which shows case events, filing dates, hearing schedules, and case status. It is a summary of the record, not the actual case file. For full documents, you need to request copies from the clerk's office in person or by mail.

The screenshot below shows the Judici.com multicounty search portal, which you can use to look up DuPage County civil court records along with cases from other participating Illinois counties.

Judici is free to use and open to the public around the clock. No account is needed to search basic case information. The portal is updated regularly from the court's case management system, though very recent filings may not appear right away. If you need the most current status on a DuPage civil case, call the clerk at (630) 407-8700 or visit in person.

Note: The statewide re:SearchIL system at researchil.tylerhost.net covers appellate and supreme court records but does not replace Judici for DuPage circuit court civil cases.

What DuPage County Civil Court Records Contain

Civil court records in DuPage County hold detailed information about each case. The file starts with the complaint or petition that opened the case, followed by the names of all parties, the case number assigned by the clerk, and the date of filing. The docket lists every event that has happened in the case, including hearings, motions filed, orders entered, and deadlines set by the judge.

The actual case file holds the documents. You will find the original complaint, any counterclaims, responses, and motions. Exhibits attached to filings may be there too. Court orders and final judgments are part of the official record. If the case went to trial, transcripts can be ordered through the court reporter's office at (630) 407-8927. Certified copies of judgments are often needed for other legal purposes, and DuPage County civil court records can supply those.

Under 705 ILCS 105/16(6), the clerk must keep a public docket open at all times during office hours. Most civil records are open to the public. Exceptions include juvenile case records, adoption files, and records sealed by court order. Sensitive personal data like Social Security numbers is redacted from public copies. Expunged records are not available to the public.

Electronic Filing in DuPage County

All civil cases in DuPage County must be filed electronically through eFileIL, the statewide mandatory eFiling system. The portal is at efile.illinoiscourts.gov and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This applies to new case filings, motions, responses, and most other civil documents. You need to create an account and file through an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider, called an EFSP.

Several exemptions apply. Incarcerated persons cannot be required to efile. Will filings and testamentary documents are exempt. People with disabilities that prevent electronic filing may also qualify for an exemption. Filings in juvenile and adoption cases are exempt. A judge may also grant a good-cause exemption on request. If you are not sure whether your situation qualifies, ask the clerk's office or call Illinois Court Help at (833) 411-1121.

Court forms for civil cases in DuPage County are available through the Illinois Courts forms page at illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/approved-forms. Many are fillable PDFs that you can complete and upload through eFileIL.

Fees for DuPage County Civil Court Records

The fee schedule for DuPage County civil court records is set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1b. A record search costs up to $6.00 per year searched. Hard copy fees are $2.00 for the first page, $0.50 for pages two through twenty, and $0.25 for each page after that. These apply to paper copies requested in person or by mail.

Online access to DuPage County civil court records through Judici.com is free. In May 2025, the Illinois Supreme Court suspended the electronic access fee under Supreme Court Rule 313. That suspension took effect May 1, 2025, so searching case records online costs nothing. Certified copies cost more than standard copies. Call (630) 407-8700 for current certified copy fees before you visit.

Legal Help for DuPage County Civil Cases

The clerk's office can help you find DuPage County civil court records, but staff cannot give legal advice. If you need help understanding a civil case or your rights, several free resources are available.

Illinois Court Help is a statewide service for anyone with civil court questions. Call (833) 411-1121, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The website is at ilcourthelp.gov. Staff can walk you through court forms, explain how civil procedures work in DuPage County, and point you to local legal aid. The service uses inLingo to support more than 200 languages, so language access is not a barrier.

Illinois Legal Aid Online at illinoislegalaid.org has guides, self-help tools, and a referral system. Their guide on how to get copies of court records is at illinoislegalaid.org/legal-information/how-get-copies-your-court-records. The DuPage County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service can connect you with a private attorney if you need one. The self-help resources on the Illinois Courts site at illinoiscourts.gov/self-help are also a good starting point for people handling civil cases on their own.

Cities in DuPage County

Civil court records for cases filed in DuPage County cities are handled by the 18th Judicial Circuit Court Clerk in Wheaton. Several large cities in DuPage County have their own pages with local civil records information.

Nearby Counties

DuPage County borders several other Illinois counties. If you are not sure whether a civil case was filed in DuPage or an adjacent county, check the courthouse address on any court documents you have received.