Logan County Public Records
Logan County public records are kept by offices in Lincoln, the county seat. This central Illinois county has about 28,500 residents and sits along historic Route 66. The county clerk and recorder manages vital records and land documents. The circuit clerk handles all court files. Both offices are in the Logan County Courthouse on Broadway Street. You can get records in person, by mail, or through available online tools. Staff in each office are there to help you find the right records.
Logan County Quick Facts
Logan County Clerk and Recorder
The Logan County Clerk and Recorder is at 601 Broadway St., Lincoln, IL 62656. Call (217) 732-4148 for questions about Logan County public records. Fax is (217) 732-6064. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
This office issues birth, death, and marriage certificates for Logan County events. Birth records are restricted under Illinois law. Only the named person, a parent, or a legal representative can get a certified copy. Death records need a personal or property interest. Marriage records are public and open to anyone. Call for current fees before visiting or mailing in a request.
The recorder function handles all land documents. Deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and easements get recorded at this office. The land records page on the Logan County website has details about what documents are on file and how to search them. The office also runs elections and handles business name registrations.
| Office | Logan County Clerk and Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 601 Broadway St. Lincoln, IL 62656 |
| Phone | (217) 732-4148 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Court Records in Logan County
The Logan County Circuit Clerk keeps all court case files. The office is at 601 Broadway Street, P.O. Box 158, Lincoln, IL 62656. Call (217) 735-2376 for court record questions. Office hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Logan County is part of the 11th Judicial Circuit.
Court records here include civil cases, criminal matters, family law, traffic violations, probate, and small claims. The circuit clerk files and maintains all records of the Logan County courts. Visit the office in person with a case number or party name to search for files. Staff can pull the record and provide copies for a fee.
The circuit clerk is in the same building as the county clerk on Broadway Street. Both share the Logan County Courthouse. The Illinois Courts directory lists contact information for all circuit clerks, including Logan County. E-filing is available for many case types through the statewide system.
Note: Some older Logan County court records may be stored off-site, so call ahead if you need historical case files.
Logan County Land Records
Land records in Logan County are stored by the county clerk and recorder. Deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other property documents are all on file at the Broadway Street office. You can search in person during regular business hours.
The Logan County website has a land records page with details about available search tools and documents. Some records may also be available through the Tapestry platform used by Illinois county recorders. The Illinois State Archives holds historical Logan County records for genealogy and old property research going back to the 1800s.
When recording a new document in Logan County, bring the original to the recorder's window. Staff will stamp and index it. Fees vary by document type and page count. The original comes back to you after processing.
Vital Records in Logan County
Birth, death, and marriage certificates are available from the Logan County Clerk. You can also order vital records through the Illinois Department of Public Health, but the county is usually faster for local events.
Genealogy copies cost less for older Logan County records. Birth certificates 75 years or older, death records 25 years or older, and marriage records 50 years or older qualify. The state archives has searchable marriage and death indexes that cover Logan County. These are free at the state archives databases page. Lincoln was named after Abraham Lincoln, and the county has historical records going back to the mid-1800s that are available through these state databases.
Note: Bring a valid government-issued photo ID when picking up certified records from the Logan County Clerk.
FOIA Requests for Logan County
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) gives anyone the right to request Logan County public records. Send a written request to the FOIA officer at the county office that holds the records. No special form is needed. Describe what you want clearly.
Logan County must respond within 5 business days. Denials have to include the legal reason in writing. You can appeal to the Public Access Counselor at 877-299-3642. This is a free service through the Illinois Attorney General's office. Copy fees under FOIA cannot exceed the actual cost of making the copies. The law covers all public bodies in Logan County, including townships, school districts, and the county board.
Logan County Records Resources
The Illinois FOIA statute page on the General Assembly website shows the full text of the law that governs public records access in Logan County and across Illinois.
This is the actual text of the law. It covers response times, fees, exemptions, and appeal rights. Anyone filing a records request in Logan County should know what this statute says.
The Illinois Department of Public Health maintains a vital records page for ordering birth, death, and other certificates at the state level.
Use this state resource when the Logan County Clerk cannot help with your vital records request. State processing takes longer but is available by mail.
Nearby Counties
These counties surround Logan County in central Illinois. Your records may be in a neighboring county if your address is near the border.