Elections

Elections Cases

Matters brought under the Illinois election code include:

  • reviews of electoral board decisions
  • ballot counts
  • issues concerning electoral board procedures

In Cook County, election cases are heard in the County Division.

Appointment as a Public Member of an Electoral Board

The Court is accepting Applications for Appointment as a Public Member of an Electoral Board. Pursuant to General Order No. 21, the Court will maintain a list of persons knowledgeable in election law willing to serve as a public member of an electoral board.

 Download Application 

Also available in the Office of the Presiding Judge, County Division, Room 1701 Richard J. Daley Center.

Additional Information

Administrative Order 2018-6: Election Cases (Re: Procedures for Election Cases)

General Order No. 21 - Electoral Boards