Vital records services at Cook County Courthouse in Markham now requires an appointment

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
MARKHAM, Ill. (WLS) -- Starting Tuesday, vital records services at the Cook County Circuit Courthouse in Markham, will require an appointment.

According to the county clerk, the change aims to reduce wait times for residents seeking copies of birth, death, marriage and other vital records.



Anyone visiting the courthouse will now be required to have an appointment scheduled.

For more information, visit https://www.cookcountyclerkil.gov/vital-records.
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