Ogle County Civil Court Records Search
Ogle County civil court records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk in Oregon, the county seat. The 15th Judicial Circuit handles all civil matters in Ogle County. Clerk Kim Stahl's office at 106 South 5th Street, Suite 300, Oregon, is the official source for case records, copies, and certified documents. You can search Ogle County civil court records for free online through Judici.com. This page covers how to find and access those records.
Ogle County Quick Facts
Ogle County Circuit Clerk Office
Kim Stahl serves as the Circuit Court Clerk of Ogle County. Her office is the official custodian of all civil court records filed in Ogle County. The clerk processes new filings, stores case files, and makes records available to the public during regular business hours. Staff can help you locate a case, understand what documents are on file, and tell you the current fee schedule for copies. Staff cannot give legal advice on your situation.
The office is at 106 South 5th Street, Suite 300, in Oregon, Illinois 61061-0337. The phone number is 815/732-3201 and the fax is 815/732-9093. Oregon is a small city in north-central Illinois, serving as the center of the 15th Judicial Circuit for Ogle County civil cases. Office hours are Monday through Friday, excluding court holidays. Call before visiting to confirm hours and any requirements for in-person record access.
| Clerk | Kim Stahl |
|---|---|
| Address | 106 South 5th Street, Suite 300 Oregon, Illinois 61061-0337 |
| Phone | 815/732-3201 |
| Fax | 815/732-9093 |
| Judicial Circuit | 15th Judicial Circuit |
| Online Access | Judici.com |
Illinois law under 705 ILCS 105/16(6) makes civil court records public and available for inspection at all times during office hours. The only exceptions are records sealed by court order or restricted by statute.
Civil Court Records Search in Ogle County
Ogle County is on the Judici.com platform. The free online case search at judici.com covers Ogle County and 81 other Illinois counties. Search by party name, case number, or attorney name. Results include case type, filing date, parties, and the full event docket. No registration needed.
The re:SearchIL database at researchil.tylerhost.net is a free statewide alternative. It lets you search civil court records across multiple Illinois counties at once, which is helpful when checking records in Ogle County alongside neighboring Carroll, Lee, or DeKalb counties.
Online records show the electronic docket, a summary of case events, not the actual documents. For copies of filings, motions, orders, or other case documents, contact Clerk Stahl's office at 815/732-3201 or visit in person at the Oregon courthouse. New filings may take a few days to appear online.
The screenshot below shows the Illinois Courts portal, through which Ogle County residents can reach Judici.com, re:SearchIL, and other statewide civil court records tools.
What Ogle County Civil Court Records Contain
Civil court records in Ogle County document every step of a civil case. The record includes the case number, party names, case type, and filing date. The docket lists every filing and court action, from the initial complaint through final judgment. Each entry shows what happened and when, building a timeline of the case.
Inside the case file are the actual documents. This includes the complaint or petition that started the case, any answers filed in response, all motions, court orders, exhibits, and the final judgment. Ogle County civil court records cover property disputes, small claims, contract matters, and all other civil cases filed in the 15th Judicial Circuit. These records are available from Clerk Stahl's office to anyone who asks.
Some records are not public. Juvenile cases are sealed. Adoption files are confidential. Records sealed by court order are off limits. Sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers and financial account details, is redacted from public copies. For all standard civil matters, the record is open and available at the courthouse.
Electronic Filing in Ogle County
All civil case filings in Ogle County must go through eFileIL at efile.illinoiscourts.gov. eFiling is mandatory for all civil cases, including new filings, motions, and responses in existing cases. The system runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
You must create an account and file through an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider, known as an EFSP. The EFSP takes your documents and transmits them to the Ogle County court system. Exemptions exist for people who are incarcerated, those with disabilities that prevent eFiling, will filings, parties in juvenile cases, and filers with a good cause exemption from the court.
Illinois Supreme Court-approved court forms are available at illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/approved-forms. These are the right forms for civil filings in Ogle County. Download, fill out, and submit through your EFSP. For questions about which form to use, call Illinois Court Help at (833) 411-1121 for free assistance.
Fees for Ogle County Civil Court Records
Copy fees for Ogle County civil court records follow the Illinois fee schedule. A record search costs up to $6.00 per year searched. Copies cost up to $6.00 per page. The base copy rate is $2.00 for the first page, $0.50 for pages two through twenty, and $0.25 per page after that. Certified copies cost more. Call 815/732-3201 or contact Clerk Stahl's office to confirm the current certified copy rate before visiting Oregon.
The fee schedule is set by 705 ILCS 105/27.1b. Fees are subject to change, so always confirm current rates before mailing a request or making the trip to the courthouse.
Online access through Judici.com is free. The Illinois Supreme Court suspended the electronic access fee under Supreme Court Rule 313, effective May 1, 2025. Searching Ogle County civil court records online costs nothing. Copies from Clerk Stahl's office in Oregon still carry the per-page fee.
Legal Help for Ogle County Civil Cases
The clerk's office provides civil court records and filing information but cannot give legal advice. If you need help with an Ogle County civil case, these free resources are available.
Illinois Court Help is free for everyone. Call (833) 411-1121, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Visit ilcourthelp.gov for the web portal. Service is available in over 200 languages. Staff can explain court procedures, help with forms, and connect you with legal resources near Oregon and throughout Ogle County. They do not represent clients in court.
Illinois Legal Aid Online at illinoislegalaid.org has free legal information and a guide on getting copies of court records at illinoislegalaid.org/legal-information/how-get-copies-your-court-records. ILAO can also connect you with attorneys and legal aid groups serving Ogle County and the 15th Judicial Circuit area of northern Illinois.
Cities in Ogle County
Oregon is the county seat and home to the Ogle County Circuit Court Clerk's office. Other communities in the county include Rochelle and Byron. None of these cities reach the 50,000 population threshold. All civil court records for residents throughout Ogle County, whether from Rochelle, Byron, Mount Morris, or any other community, are filed with Clerk Stahl's office in Oregon. Larger nearby cities like Rockford are in adjacent Winnebago County and use a different circuit court clerk.
Nearby Counties
Ogle County is in north-central Illinois and borders several counties. Civil court records for nearby counties are maintained by their own circuit court clerks. If you received court papers with a courthouse address outside of Oregon, the case may be in one of these counties.