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Centralia City Clerk

Administration of public records 222 South Poplar Street Centralia, IL 62801 Phone: (618) 533-7623

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Centralia Police Department

"The Mission of the Centralia Police Department is to work in partnership with our community to preserve safety, maintain human rights, protect. Law enforcement services 222 S. Poplar Centralia, Illinois 62801 Phone: (618) 533-7602 Fax: (618) 533-7921

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County
Marion County
County seat
Salem
Population
12,182
Marion County population
37,729
Local records
City of Centralia
ZIP codes
62801

About Centralia public records

Centralia, Illinois is known for its underground coal fire, which has been burning since 1962. If you need information about current inmates, the Centralia Police Department and the Marion County Jail have resources available to assist with inmate searches, for public access the local justice system. Public records in Centralia are governed by the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, which promotes transparency and access to government information. Property records are accessible through the Chief County Assessment Officer's office, providing insights into property values and ownership details. Finding your polling location is straightforward through the Illinois State Board of Elections website at www.elections.il.gov, where entering your address pulls up the right precinct. Illinois treats election records, voter registration lists, campaign finance reports, and results, as public documents open to inspection Looking ahead to 2026, the election cycle will bring races for mayor, city council, county board, and potentially state legislative seats. Applications must arrive at least 5 days before the election, and completed ballots need a postmark no later than election day itself, with a 14-day window for arrival after that.

The Marion County Elections Office at 101 East Main Street, Salem, IL 62881 is the hub for Centralia voters. You can reach the office by phone at (618) 548-3400 or visit their site at www.marioncountyclerk.org for information on upcoming elections and registration requirements.

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How do I register to vote in Centralia, Illinois?

To register to vote in Centralia, Illinois, residents can register online through the Illinois State Board of Elections website, by mail, or in person at the Marion County elections office. Illinois requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Illinois State Board of Elections voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Centralia, contact the Marion County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Centralia, Illinois?

Property records for Centralia are kept by the Marion County Recorder, which records deeds, mortgages and liens, and the Marion County Supervisor of Assessments, which sets assessed values for tax purposes. See Marion County Property Assessor (https://marionil.devnetwedge.com/) for ownership, assessed values and parcel maps.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Centralia, Illinois?

For vital records in Centralia, the Illinois Department of Public Health is the primary resource. Residents can obtain birth certificates, death records, and marriage licenses through the Centralia Vital Records office. These documents are essential for a variety of personal and legal purposes, and the staff is focused on efficient and confidential service to the community.

How do I find business license records in Centralia, Illinois?

Business license records for Centralia are split between the Illinois business registry, which lists every corporation and LLC, and the local offices that issue business licenses and permits. See the Illinois Secretary of State Business Entity Search (https://apps.ilsos.gov/businessentitysearch/) to search registered businesses, Centralia City Clerk (https://www.cityofcentralia.org/city-clerk) for local licenses and permits and Illinois License Lookup (https://idfpr.illinois.gov/checklicense.html) to verify professional licenses.

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