​​Frequently Asked Questions​​​

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About Going to Court

Where can I find my court date, courtroom number, and judge information?

There are a few ways to find that information:

How do I know if my case is being heard on Zoom or in person?

​There are a few ways to find that information:

Where can I get in-person help eFiling court paperwork?

  • Visit the Kane County Law Library in the Kane County Judicial Center, second floor of the courthouse building
    • Staff can help you eFile your paperwork
    • Staff cannot help with filling out forms
    • Computers and scanners are available to use
  • Visit the Kane County Circuit Clerk​ main location
    • Clerks can help you eFile your paperwork
    • Clerks cannot help with filling out forms
    • Computers and scanners are available to use

Is there free childcare available?

How do I schedule a wedding ceremony at the courthouse?

  • Go to Wedding Ceremonies​ to schedule your date through our online scheduling tool
    • Weddings are offered at the Kane County Courthouse (3rd Street) and at the Kane County Judicial Center Courthouse

About your Case Type (general questions)

How do I know if my case is being heard on Zoom or in person?

Where can I get in-person help eFiling court paperwork?

  • The Kane County Law Library in the Kane County Judicial Center, second floor
    • Librarians can help you eFile your paperwork but are not able to help with filling out the forms
    • Computers and scanners are available for you to use
  • Visit the Kane County Circuit Clerk​ main location
    • Clerks can help you eFile your paperwork but are not able to help with filling out the forms
    • Computers and scanners are available for you to use

What if the judge tells me I need to read the Administrative Orders for my case type?

​ Administrative Orders by case type are on the Kane County Circuit Clerk's website

About your Case Type (specific court division questions​)

What if I have an Eviction case?

  • Find helpful information about going to Eviction Court
  • Find additional information about efiction on the Law Library's Landlord & Tenant webpage​.
    • There are links to Housing Assistance Programs, eviction forms, and Renters Rights
  • For information about Eviction mediation on the Kane County Eviction Mediation Program webpage

What if I have a Divorce/Family case?

  • ​Find helpful information on the Law Library's Divorce or Family Law issue webpage
    • There are for resources and forms for child support, divorce, custody, or other family law issues

What if I have a Small Claims case?

What if I need an Order of Protection or to seek a Protective Order?

How can I order a transcript from my court hearing?
  • Fill out and submit the Transcript Request Form to order a transcript from a proceeding covered by an official court reporter of the 16th Judicial Circuit. For more information, go to the Court Transcripts page on this website.

About Courthouse Wedding Ceremonies

​​How many people can attend my wedding?

​There is no limit on how many people may attend a wedding.

Can I take pictures of the ceremony in the courtroom?

This is up to the Judge who is performing your ceremony. You may, however, take photos when you are outside of the Courthouse building.

Do I have to have witnesses?

No, you do not have to have witnesses.

Who performs the wedding ceremony?

A Judge will perform your ceremony. Judges rotate on a daily basis.

What should we expect for the ceremony?

You will be married by an assigned judge in his/her courtroom.  It is not a private ceremony, courtrooms are open to the public. The ceremony will take about 15 minutes. 

Where is the location of the ceremony?

We have two locations where weddings are performed:

When you schedule your wedding date, you will see which location the ceremony will take place.

Are interpreters provided?
No, if you need an interpreter, you must bring someone with you who can interpret for you.

Are we expected to write out vows?

No

What if I am late?

Weddings will not be performed after 4:00 p.m.

What do I need to bring?
A photo ID and the folder from the Kane County Clerk​.

How much does it cost?
Wedding ceremonies cost $10 which you will pay to the Circuit Clerk when checking in.​

Can we bring decorations?

Decorations are not allowed in the courtroom.  

How d​o I change my name to include my new spouse's name? 

​​Once you receive the certified copy of your marriage certificate from the Kane ​County Clerk's Office​ (this may take up to 2 weeks after your marriage), you will need to take the certified copy with you to whatever agency or institution with whom you would like your name changed (bank, driver's license facility, social security office) as proof of your legal marriage. ​