St. Clair County, Illinois Public Records

St. Clair County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. St. Clair County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in St. Clair County, particularly in unincorporated areas. The office is known for its specialized divisions, including a narcotics unit and a K-9 unit, which enhance its operational capabilities.

Police Departments. St. Clair County is served by several law enforcement agencies, including St. Clair County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments. Each department has jurisdiction within its respective city limits, while the Sheriff's Office covers unincorporated areas.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. St. Clair County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 700 South Second Street, Belleville, IL 62220 (phone: 618-277-3505), is the primary law enforcement agency serving unincorporated areas and providing countywide services including jail operations, court security, and civil process. Current inmate information can be searched online through the Sheriff's Office website at www.co.st-clair.il.us/departments/sheriff, where the public can access the inmate roster by searching names or booking numbers.

Criminal Records. These records are maintained by St. Clair County Circuit Clerk and the Sheriff's Office.

Arrest Records. Arrest records in St. Clair County are maintained by St. Clair County Sheriff's Office and local police departments.

Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in St. Clair County are taken and retained by St. Clair County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These booking photos are part of the public record and can be accessed through the Sheriff's Office website or by request.

The jail is located at 700 North 5th Street, Belleville, IL. You can visit their website or contact the jail directly at (618) 207-4374 for more information on accessing the inmate database. Illinois sales tax permits are issued by the Illinois Department of Revenue (phone: 217-782-3336) and can be applied for online at mytax.illinois.gov. Applicants must provide valid government-issued photo identification and demonstrate a direct and tangible interest in the record, as required by the Illinois Vital Records Act (410 ILCS 535/1 et seq.). The Illinois Department of Public Health Division of Vital Records (phone: 217-782-6553) is the state repository for all Illinois vital records and can provide certified copies for births and deaths occurring. The Circuit Court of St. Clair County is the court of general jurisdiction, located at 10 Public Square, Belleville, IL 62220 (phone: 618-277-6600). 19 Public Square, Belleville, IL 62220 • Phone: 618-277-6626 St. Clair County Treasurer, located at 10 Public Square (phone: 618-277-6633), handles tax payment records and conducts tax sales for delinquent properties. Building permits, zoning approvals, and land use permits are handled by St. Clair County Planning and Zoning Department at 19 Public Square, Belleville, IL 62220 (phone: 618-277-6790).