How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records. Each one tells you where to go, who to contact, and what tools are available online.
Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.
What You Can Find Here
⚖️ Circuit court case records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Traffic and small claims court records
📋 Property records and vital records contacts
What you will need:
- Full name of the person or business
- Case number, if you have one
- Approximate date or location of the record
How to Request Records
In person: Visit the Coles County Courthouse at 651 Jackson Avenue. Bring a valid ID.
Online: Use re:SearchIL for statewide court records.
By mail: Submit a written request under the Illinois FOIA to the office that holds the records. Call (217) 348-0538 for details.
About Coles County
Coles County is located in Illinois with its county seat in Charleston. City-level record pages will be added as they become available.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online. Some require a written request, an in-person visit, or a fee.
This page is a guide to help you find official records. All information comes from government sources. Verify details directly with the agency.
Last updated: April 15, 2026