How to Search Madison County Records (Start Here)
Madison County has 4 record-keeping departments, none of which share data with each other.
- Court filings and criminal cases are at the Circuit Clerk.
- The County Assessor handles property valuations and ownership records.
- Marriage licenses are issued by the County Clerk.
Cook County uses completely different systems from the rest of Illinois — plan accordingly.
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Use the databases below based on the type of record you are searching.
Criminal & Court Records
Court Records | Probate 1813-1903
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Madison County probate case files by name of estate covering 1813 through 1903.
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Court | Records
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Madison County Circuit Court records by name or case number.
Property & Tax Records
Property | GIS
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Madison County GIS property search by map, address, business name, or street.
Business, Voter & Other
Agendas & Minutes
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Madison County Board and Committee meeting Agendas and Minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest way to find Madison County records? ▼
The Circuit Clerk is the single office for court records in Madison County. Zero results? Each record type is a separate system. Try the next one.
Where do I search for Madison County public records? ▼
Records in Madison County are not centralized. The Circuit Clerk handles all court records — criminal, civil, and family. Who owns what: that's at the County Assessor. Go to the County Clerk for marriage license records.
Why does my Madison County search return no results? ▼
You're probably searching the wrong office. Madison County uses separate systems for each record type.
Is there a single database for all Madison County records? ▼
No. Madison County records are decentralized. Each office operates independently.
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