Adams County, IL Arrests & Jail Records

County arrest records are available through the Adams County Sheriff's Office. Requests for obtaining copies of these records may be submitted by mail, fax, or in person during business hours at:

The County Sheriff's Office

535 Vermont Street

Quincy, IL 62301

Phone: (217) 277-2200

Fax: (271) 277-2214

Local Police Departments within Adams County maintain arrest records for incidents occurring within their respective jurisdictions, such as cities, towns, and villages. To obtain arrest records, requesters should contact the Police Department that made the arrest. Many Police Departments in the county may offer online access to arrest logs, daily booking reports, or inmate rosters through their official platforms. However, fees may apply for obtaining copies, and the availability and level of detail can vary by department. Below are some of the municipal Police Departments operating within the county:

• Camp Point Police Department
• Quincy Police Department
• Liberty Police Department

County criminal records can be obtained from the Illinois State Police (ISP). Criminal record checks may be conducted through Name-Based Checks or Fingerprint-Based Checks. Name-based checks are available through the Criminal History Information Response Process (CHIRP). To access these records, users need to create an account and meet certain requirements. Required details typically include the subject's full name, location of the incident, date of the incident, and any applicable processing fees.

Fingerprint-based checks are performed electronically by Live Scan Fingerprint Vendors approved by the Illinois State Police. Access to restricted arrest records is limited to specific individuals, including the person named in the records, their legal guardians, or their parents. To request these records, eligible individuals must complete the Illinois State Police's Verification of Identity Form.

Adams County criminal court records are maintained and provided by the Adams County Circuit Clerk's Office. Requesters may obtain copies of these records by mail or by visiting the Clerk's Office in person at:

The County Circuit Clerk's Office

521 Vermont Street

Quincy, IL 62301

Phone: (217) 277-2100

Fees are required for obtaining copies. Criminal court cases, along with other court records, can be searched online through the Judici portal using a case number or a party name. Additionally, trusted third-party websites such as InfoTracer provide access to the county arrest records, offering faster and more convenient ways to search public records.