Illinois Supreme Court Fax Number — Fax Court Filings and Documents
The Illinois Supreme Court accepts faxed motions, briefs, emergency filings, attorney appearance forms, and settlement documents at 217-782-1741, though the court generally directs filers to electronic filing first. Fax submission tends to come into play for emergency motions or when e-filing is unavailable, so check the court's local rules before relying on it. Every page should carry the case number so the clerk can match your filing to the correct docket.
Illinois Supreme Court Fax Number
217-782-1741
Hours: Clerk's office typically operates Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM local time. Fax machines may accept outside these hours.
Send a Fax NowWhat You Can Fax to Illinois Supreme Court
- Motions and briefs
- Case correspondence
- Emergency filings
- Attorney appearance forms
- Settlement documents
Faxing to Illinois Supreme Court — FAQ
The court's fax line is 217-782-1741. Before sending, call the clerk's office to confirm the current filing requirements and that your document type is still accepted by fax.
The court prefers electronic filing, so fax is mainly used for emergency motions or when e-filing is down. Review the local rules first, since not every document qualifies for fax submission.
A fax received before midnight on the due date usually counts as filed that day, but some courts require receipt by close of business instead. Check the specific rule, and keep a delivery confirmation to show exactly when your filing arrived.
The case number should be clearly visible on every page so the clerk can route the document to the right docket. Add a cover sheet identifying the case and the filing type to avoid delays.
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