Cook County Clerk's Office
When she was sworn into office on December 2, 2024, Monica Gordon became the youngest woman and just the third African American to serve as the Clerk of Cook County, one of the largest …
Vital Records | Cook County Clerk
The Cook County Clerk's office is the official record keeper for births, marriages, civil unions and deaths that occur in Chicago and suburban Cook County.
Hours and Locations | Cook County Clerk
Downtown Chicago - Recordings 118 N. Clark St., Room 120 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 603-5050
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Voter Registration | Cook County Clerk
Any voter who is not registered and needs to know where to go to register and vote on Election Day can utilize the Clerk’s online Your Voter Information Tool to find their proper polling place by address or …
Recordings | Cook County Clerk
The Cook County Clerk's Recordings Division accurately records, stores and maintains land records and other official documents.
Marriage Licenses | Cook County Clerk
Before getting married in Chicago or suburban Cook County, couples must obtain a marriage license from the Cook County Clerk's office. Eligibility Under Illinois law, only eligible persons can marry.
Search Recordings | Cook County Clerk
Cook County residents looking for answers to legal questions concerning their home, chain of title, or other land records can now receive free legal assistance through a new Legal Help Desk service.
Elections | Cook County Clerk
The Cook County Clerkʼs office is the chief election authority for more than 120 towns and villages in suburban Cook County.
Birth Certificates | Cook County Clerk
The Cook County Clerk's office keeps official records of births that occur in Chicago and suburban Cook County. Under state law, you may legally obtain a certified copy of your own birth certificate if of legal …