Jefferson County, Illinois Courthouse



The county records in Illinois are typically kept in the following offices: County Clerk keeps birth, marriage and death records County Recorder keeps land records Circuit Court Clerk keeps court and probate records. The office of record may sometimes change depending on the size of the county, but a quick phone call will help you find the correct office.

Courthouse Address

County offices are located at the Jefferson County Courthouse 100 S. 10th Street Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864

Telephone Numbers


 * County Clerk and Recorder: (618) 244-8020


 * Circuit Clerk:                     (618) 244-8008