Search Marshall County Felony Records

Marshall County felony records are maintained at the Circuit Clerk's office in Lacon, Illinois. This is one of the smaller counties in the state, with a population of about 11,000. It falls in the 10th Judicial Circuit. The clerk stores all felony case filings, docket entries, bond documents, sentencing orders, and court paperwork. You can search case data online for free through Judici, visit the courthouse on North Prairie, or mail a written request. This page explains how to access Marshall County felony records, what fees apply, and which state laws govern public access.

Marshall County Circuit Clerk Office

Gina M. Noe is the Circuit Clerk for Marshall County. Her office handles all criminal filings, including felony charges, bond paperwork, docket entries, and court orders. The office is at 122 N. Prairie in Lacon. Call 309/246-6435 to check on a specific case or ask what you need for a records request.

Marshall County belongs to the 10th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Peoria, Putnam, Stark, and Tazewell counties. Each county in the circuit keeps its own case files and has its own clerk. Lacon is a small town that serves as the county seat. Because the county has a relatively low population, the felony caseload is lighter than in neighboring Peoria County, but the same legal rules apply.

Marshall County Felony Records Online

Marshall County is on Judici, the free online case search tool used by many Illinois counties. Select Marshall County from the list, type in a name or case number, and the system returns docket entries, charges, hearing dates, and case status. No account is required.

The re:SearchIL statewide repository is another place to check. Managed by Tyler Technologies, it holds court documents from participating courts across Illinois. Some Marshall County records may be there. Neither tool provides the full case file. The Illinois Supreme Court's Electronic Access Policy restricts some filings to in-person viewing at the courthouse.

Fees for Marshall County Court Record Copies

Marshall County follows the statewide fee schedule. Your first page is $2.00. Pages two through nineteen cost $0.50 each. Page twenty and beyond drops to $0.25 per page. Certified copies add $6.00 per certification seal.

For mail requests, send a check or money order to the Marshall County Circuit Clerk. Include the defendant's name or the case number so staff can find the file. A self-addressed stamped envelope helps get documents back to you. Walk-in requests are handled at the counter during business hours. Name searches cost $6.00 per year searched through the clerk's index.

Illinois Law and Marshall County Felonies

All felony arrests in Marshall County are reported to the Illinois State Police Bureau of Identification in Joliet. The Criminal Identification Act (20 ILCS 2630) requires every law enforcement agency in Illinois to send fingerprints and arrest data to this central database. The system holds millions of records from across the state.

Felony sentencing in Marshall County follows the Unified Code of Corrections (730 ILCS 5). Class X felonies carry 6 to 30 years. Class 1 is 4 to 15 years. Class 2 brings 3 to 7 years. Class 3 is 2 to 5 years. Class 4 carries 1 to 3 years. These ranges appear in Marshall County felony records alongside the charges and disposition.

A statewide conviction search is available from the ISP. The Uniform Conviction Information Act (20 ILCS 2635) allows anyone to request it. The cost is $16 by paper or $10 electronically. Only conviction records are returned. No consent from the person being searched is needed.

The re:SearchIL system is the statewide court document repository where some Marshall County records may be available for online viewing.

Sealing and Expungement in Marshall County

Some Marshall County felony records can be sealed or expunged. Sealing removes the record from public view while keeping it accessible to law enforcement. Expungement destroys the record entirely. Eligibility depends on the class of felony and the person's criminal history. Certain Class 3 and Class 4 convictions may qualify for sealing after a waiting period.

To begin, file a petition with the Marshall County Circuit Court. No filing fee applies. If the court approves, the ISP charges $60 to process the order. Details on eligibility and forms are at the Illinois expungement and sealing page. Email ISP.Expungement.Unit@illinois.gov if you have questions.

The Illinois General Assembly site displays the full text of the Criminal Identification Act, which governs how Marshall County felony records are collected and maintained statewide.

FOIA and Marshall County Records

Illinois courts are exempt from the Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140). Court records follow separate judicial rules. But law enforcement agencies in Marshall County, including the sheriff and local police, are subject to FOIA. You can file a written request for arrest reports, incident logs, and related documents.

For free legal guidance, Illinois Legal Aid offers guides on getting copies of criminal records and understanding your rights under Illinois law.

Counties Near Marshall County

Marshall County is in north-central Illinois along the Illinois River. These neighboring counties each handle felony cases through their own circuit clerks.