The Cook County Clerk of Courts is an elected official responsible for maintaining court records, issuing marriage licenses and passports, and performing other administrative duties for the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois. The Clerk is also responsible for providing information to the public about court proceedings and records.
The Clerk of Courts is an important part of the justice system in Cook County. The Clerk’s office provides essential services to the public, such as issuing marriage licenses and passports. The Clerk’s office also maintains court records, which are essential for the administration of justice. The Clerk of Courts is elected to a four-year term by the voters of Cook County.