Traffic
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Attorney Registration
Register as an attorney or law firm with the Lake County Circuit Clerk’s Office Case Management System. Access the required forms and instructions to complete your registration efficiently.
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Bond Refunds
Bond money may be applied by the Court to cover fines, fees, attorney’s costs, or other authorized expenses on the current case or any other case, including unrelated cases with outstanding balances.
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Court Calendars
Schedules of upcoming court hearings and proceedings.
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Expungements
File your petition to expunge or seal eligible records, follow step‑by‑step instructions, access standardized Supreme Court forms, and e‑file with ease.
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Failure to Carry Proof of Insurance
Clerk reviews proof of insurance coverage for uninsured motor vehicle arrests in Lake County.
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Filing Fees
Comprehensive details on court filing fees, including costs, payment methods, and applicable guidelines.
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Record Searches
The Circuit Clerk's Office maintains a record of all criminal, traffic, and civil actions in Lake County, Illinois. Record searches may be requested for an individual or a business.
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Supervision & Court Diversion
Supervision is a manner in which a judge withholds entry of conviction on the reportable (moving) violation upon a guilty plea.
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Traffic Citation Options
Traffic citations do not always require a court appearance. Some traffic violations may be paid to the Clerk of the Circuit Court without going to court.
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What to Expect in Court
Coming to court can sometimes be overwhelming, the Circuit Clerk's Office strives to make the experience as unintimidating as possible.
- Where and how can I pay a fine?
- Can I change my court date?
- Why is my Driver's License suspended?
- How do I contact the Secretary of State?
- Where do I sign up for Traffic School?
- What will happen if I do not complete Traffic School?
- How do I find out if I have taken a traffic school course within the last 12 months?
- How do I find out when my court date is?