What is the new service provider for Cook County Jail?
Beginning June 13, 2019, Cook County Jail will have a new service provider for detainee phone calls called Legacy Inmate Communications. Funds for the previous provider, Securus, will no longer be accepted for detainee phone call payments.
How to find out the status of a Cook County case?
The Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County provides on-line case information as a public service. This service is intended to be used as a resource to determine the general status of historical and in-process court cases. The information is not the official record of the court.
How to contact Cook County Department of Corrections for visitation?
No drinking, smoking, inappropriate behavior, or nudity is allowed during video visits. For information on visitation schedules, call (773) 674-8225. The Cook County Department of corrections is at: The Cook County Sheriff’s Office oversees all jail operations and keeps inmate records.
Are criminal records public in Cook County?
Under Illinois law, Cook County criminal records are considered public. In compliance with the Illinois Uniform Conviction Information Act, Cook County residents may request and obtain criminal history information on persons in the county. The ISP provides a Criminal History Information Response (CHIRP) web portal for online requests.
How to visit an inmate in Cook County Illinois?
Visitors are required to follow Cook County Department of Corrections visitor rules and regulations at ALL times while on facility grounds. Failure to do so may result in the termination or denial of future visits. To apply for visitation, search for the inmate that you wish to visit below.
Can a convicted felon be sent to Cook County Jail?
If they are sent to the Cook County County Jail, either look them up here or call 773-869-7100 for assistance. Recently convicted felons are sometimes held at Cook County County Jail until transport to a Illinois State Prison is available.
How to find a police report in Cook County?
Residents may obtain Cook County arrest records and police reports from the Cook County Sheriff’s Police Department (CCSPD). Through its Records Section, the CCSPD issues copies of reports to interested requestors. To obtain a Cook County police report or arrest record, persons may submit written requests or visit the CCSPD in person.