Circuit Clerk – Criminal

Welcome to the Effingham County Criminal Department.

This department is responsible for all criminal proceedings such as Misdemeanors, Felonies, DUI’s, Contempt of Court, Conservation, Local Ordinance Violations and Juvenile cases. Here you will be able to search for your case and make payments.

My office is ready to assist you with questions you may have pertaining to your case.

To access your case online, use “Search for Your Case”.

Requesting Transcripts


To request transcripts, please email circuitclerkinfo@effinghamcountyil.gov and include your case number, date of hearing, and phone number so the court reporter can contact you.