Crime Numbers
The Illinois State Police provides annual crime statistics in all counties of the state. In 2018, Vermilion County recorded 93 rapes, 117 robberies, 491 aggravated assaults, 636 burglaries, 1550 thefts, 117 motor vehicle thefts, and 17 arsons. Compared to the crime statistics of 2014, the county recorded an increase in rape (27%), robberies (38%), aggravated assaults (58%), motor vehicle theft (29%), and arson (21%). However, there was a decrease in burglary (30%) and theft (12%).
How Do I Get Vermilion County Criminal Record?
The Illinois State Police maintains all criminal history records in the state and offers fingerprint-based criminal history record checks for members of the public. It is possible to request this service whether the requester is in Illinois or not. In-state requesters can submit fingerprints electronically through any of the licensed live scan vendors. If the criminal history record check is for licensing or employment purposes, requesters should work with the regulations of the concerned agency.
For out-of-state requests, applicants should submit fingerprints to any of the licensed live scan vendors that offer card scan services. Also, if the criminal history record check is for employment or licensing purposes, requesters should work with the concerned agency to obtain all the necessary information before proceeding to a live scan vendor.
How to Find Vermilion County Sex Offender Information
The Illinois State Police provides public access to online sex offender information. The portal contains the names of registered and published sex offenders in the state. It allows members of the public to search for sex offenders at the state or county level using parameters like name, city, and zip code.
How do I Visit an Inmate in Vermilion County Jail?
The Vermilion County Sheriff's Department maintains the Vermilion County Jail. The jail allows video visits of inmates using the Securus Website. Intending visitors should register on the website and schedule a visit.
The Illinois Department of Corrections maintains an inmate register from all the jails in the state, including the Vermilion County Jail. It is possible to search this register using the name, IDOC number, or birth date of inmates. The Vermilion County Jail is located at:
Vermilion County Jail
2 South St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 444-0100
Vermilion County has 14 police departments located at:
Belgium Police Department
22 Orlea St
Westville, IL 61883
(217) 267-4956
Catlin Police Department
1090 S Sandusky St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-2131
Danville Area Community College Campus Police
2000 E Main St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 443-8831
Danville Police Department
2 E South St
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 431-2250
Fairmount Police Department
301 S Main St
Fairmount, IL 61841
(217) 733-2388
Georgetown Police Department
208 S Walnut St
Georgetown, IL 61846
(217) 662-2131
Hoopeston Police Department
301 W Main St
Hoopeston, IL 60942
(217) 283-5196
Oakwood Police Department
106 S Scott St
Oakwood, IL 61858
(217) 354-2131
Potomac Police Department
110 E State St
Potomac, IL 61865
(217) 987-6900
Ridge Farm Police Department
8 W Owen St
Ridge Farm, IL 61870
(217) 247-2131
Rossville Police Department
120 E Attica St
Rossville, IL 60963
(217) 748-6914
Tilton Police Department
201 W 5th St
Tilton, IL 61833
(217) 442-2151
Vermilion County Sheriff
2 E South St,
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 442-4080
Westville Police Department
201 N State St
Westville, IL 61883
(217) 267-2131
How to Find Court records
Interested parties can search for court records using the Vermilion County Online Case Search website. It contains court records from all the courts in the county. Requesters can conduct a case search by providing the case number and names of parties in the case. Vermilion County has one Circuit Court and two Municipal Courts
Vermilion County Circuit Court
Vermilion County Courthouse
7 North Vermilion Street, Danville, IL 61832
Phone: (217) 554-7700
Fax: (217) 554-7728
Danville Municipal Court
Robert E. Jones Municipal Building
17 West Main Street, Danville, IL 61832
(217) 431-2296
Hoopeston Municipal Court
301 West Main Street
Hoopeston, IL 60942
(217) 283-7645
Where and How to Get Vermilion County Divorce Records
The Vermilion County Circuit Court Clerk maintains all divorce records of divorces that were finalized in the county. To obtain a certified copy of a divorce certificate, contact the Vermilion County Circuit Court Clerk:
Vermilion County Circuit Clerk
7 North Vermilion Street
Danville, IL 61832
(217) 554-7700
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where and How to Get Vermilion County Marriage Records
Marriage records can be obtained by contacting the Vermilion County Clerk. It maintains all the records of marriages that were contracted in the county. A certified copy of a marriage certificate can be obtained by the registrant, the registrant's parent, or by any individual authorized by a competent court.
To obtain a certified marriage certificate by mail, complete the relevant fields in the Application for Certified Copy of Vital Records form. The Vermilion County Clerk office charges a fee of $15 for the first ordered certified copy and an additional $8 each for each additional copy. Payment must be money order or cashier's check payable to the “Vermilion County Clerk.”
Mail the completed form, a valid photo ID, and the appropriate fee to:
Vermilion County Clerk's Office
201 N. Vermilion St.
Danville, IL 61832
Where and How to Get Vermilion County Birth Records
The Vermilion County Clerk serves as a central repository for records of births that occurred in the county. Birth records are confidential records and restricted for the first 75 from the date of the birth. During this period, a certified copy of a birth certificate can only be requested by the registrant, the registrant's parent, or by any individual authorized by a competent court. However, anyone can request this record during the 75-year period if the registrant is dead.
The Vermilion County Clerk office charges a fee of $19 for the first copy of a certified birth certificate requested and $8 for each additional copy. Payment must be money order or cashier's checks payable to the “Vermilion County Clerk.” To order a certified copy of a birth certificate by mail, complete the relevant fields in the Application for Certified Copy of Vital Records form. Mail the completed form, a valid photo ID, and the appropriate fee to:
Vermilion County Clerk's Office
201 N. Vermilion St.
Danville, IL 61832
Where and How to Get Vermilion County Death Records
Death records can be obtained by contacting the Vermilion County Clerk office. It maintains the records of death that occurred in the county. A certified copy of the death certificate can be assessed by the registrant, the registrant's parent, or by any individual authorized by a competent court.
The Vermilion County Clerk office charges a fee of $23 for the first ordered certified copy of a death certificate and $12 for each additional copy. Payment must be money order or cashier's check payable to “Vermilion County Clerk.” To order by mail, fill the relevant fields in the Application for Certified Copy of Vital Record form. Mail the completed form, a valid photo ID and the expected fee to:
Vermilion County Clerk's Office
201 N. Vermilion St.
Danville, IL 61832
In addition to government agencies, county public records may also be obtained from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. Users are able to search third-party websites remotely for multiple records at a time with just the name of the record subject and their last known location, including the city, county, or state. Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.
