Eviction Complaint – Illinois Court

This Eviction Complaint form is mandated by the Illinois Supreme Court and must be accepted in all Illinois Circuit Courts. It is used by landlords or property owners (plaintiffs) to file a legal case against tenants (defendants) to regain possession of a property. This form ensures that the eviction process is initiated correctly and in compliance with Illinois legal requirements.

This guide will help you complete this form, which is required by the Illinois Supreme Court and must be accepted in all Illinois Circuit Courts.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Court Information

1. • State and Circuit Court: Confirm you are in the correct Illinois Circuit Court.
   • County: Enter the name of the county where you are filing the case.

Plaintiff Information

1. • Enter your full name as the plaintiff. This is usually the landlord or property owner.

Defendant Information

1. • Enter the full names (first, middle, last) of all the people you are trying to evict. If there are people living in the property whose names you do not know, check the box for “Unknown Occupants.”

Case Number

• Leave this blank. The Circuit Clerk will assign a case number.

Property Information

• Enter the full address of the property, including unit number, city, state, and ZIP code.

Reasons for Eviction

1. • Nonpayment of Rent: Check this box if the lease was terminated due to nonpayment of rent. Specify the amount of rent owed and the period for which it is owed.
   • Lease Ended: Check this box if the defendants refused to leave after their oral or written lease ended.
   • Lease Violations: Check this box if the lease was terminated due to lease violations. Provide an explanation of how the lease was violated.
   • Trespassers: Check this box if the defendants are trespassing.
   • Overstayed: Check this box if the defendants entered lawfully but have overstayed.

Demands

1. • Possession and Court Costs: Check the box to demand possession of the property and court costs.
   • Past Due Rent: Check this box if you are demanding past due rent. Enter the amount owed.
   • Future Rent: Check this box if you are demanding future rent due through the date of judgment.
   • Attorneys’ Fees: Check this box if you are demanding attorneys’ fees (allowed under the lease and local law).

Attachments

1. • Supporting Documents: Check the boxes for all documents attached to the Eviction Complaint:
     • The Demand or Notice
     • Affidavit of Service of a Demand or Notice
     • The written lease or relevant parts of it
     • Affidavit – Supporting Documents Not Attached to Eviction Complaint (if applicable)
     • Other documents (describe these documents)

Signature and Certification

1. • Signature: Sign the form. Your signature indicates that you have read the document, that it is true and correct to the best of your belief, and that you are not filing it for an improper purpose.
   • Print Your Name: Print your name.
   • Address: Enter your complete address, including street address, city, state, and ZIP code.
   • Telephone and Email: Provide your telephone number and email address.
   • Attorney Number: If you have an attorney, provide the attorney’s number.

Final Steps

1. • Review: Carefully review the form to ensure all information is accurate and complete.
   • Submit: Submit the completed form to the appropriate Illinois Circuit Court.

By following these steps, you will ensure that your Eviction Complaint form is filled out correctly and comprehensively.