About 17th Circuit

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The 17th Judicial Circuit Court is the Illinois court of original jurisdiction in Winnebago County and Boone County.  There are a total of 25 judicial circuits in the state.

Mission of the Illinois Judicial Branch -

To protect the rights and liberties of all by providing equal access to justice, resolving disputes, and upholding the rule of law pursuant to the powers and duties entrusted to us by the Illinois Constitution.

Our Core Values -

Fairness - impartial in our actions, decisions, and treatment of all.

Accountability - responsible and answerable for our conduct and performance, and transparent in the use of public funds.

Integrity - honest, trustworthy, and committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Respect - treat all with dignity, courtesy, and understanding.

 

Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act Resources -

LOCAL ORDERS:

Administrative Order 2023-42 Warrants issued before September 18, 2023

Administrative Order 2023-43 Use of two-way audio visual systems under the Pretrial Fairness Act

General Order 13.01 and 13.02 Appointment of Counsel at Initial Court Apperance

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

PowerPoint - Modificaiton, Violations and Revocation of Pretrial Release

PowerPoint - Detainable Offenses and Detention Standards under the Pretial Fairness Act

 

Organizational Chart -

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External Links

 

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE OF
THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT

Coming to Court

Virtual Court

Self Rep

Records Search and Payments

Local Rules

Accessibility

400 W State St
Rockford, IL 61101

Effective May 5, 2025

the entrance to the
Winnebago County Courthouse will be located at:

403 Elm Street, 
Rockford, Illinois 61101

One block south of the current entrance, near the corner of Elm and Church. Across from the Winnebago County Administration Building.

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