Projects In Progress 

The Circuit Clerk’s office is continually striving to find more efficient ways of serving Sangamon County.  The following are projects that are underway, but not yet operational:

Court Wayfinding System: Video displays located throughout the Courthouse allowing individuals to identify their respective courtrooms.  In Process. 2012

Court Triage – Electronic in-processing system that will result in a more efficient "check-in" process for all individuals.  Under development.

eAppeal – Electronic filing of appeals with the Appellate Court. Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Supreme Court.

eCitation – Police officer writes ticket on computer and sends electronically to Circuit Clerk.  Technology under development. Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

eFile – Electronic filing system of new court cases. Allows attorneys and other clients to file cases from their office or home. Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

ePlea – Allows defendants to enter plea of guilty via the internet for minor traffic offenses.  Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

eSignature – Judge’s signature automatically placed on an order, saving judge and clerk time. Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.

Paperless Court - Improving electronic communication where paper is no longer needed.  Awaiting approval of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Supreme Court.

Smartphone Application – Allow customers to search the website on their smartphone.  Will be available in 2012.

JExpress Application - Allows multiple departments within Sangamon County government to research and view scanned documents, increasing interdepartmental cooperation.  In Process 2012.