COURTHOUSE HOURS:
Monday thru Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Closed Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays
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The Piatt County courthouse reopened to the public on Monday, June 1, 2020. Courthouse offices had been closed, except for essential services, since March 23 due to Governor J.B. Pritzker's statewide stay-at-home order.
Effective immediately, all persons in public areas of the courthouse are strongly encouraged to wear a mask or face covering. Face coverings may also be required by the sheriff for entry into the courthouse. Face coverings are required for courtroom appearances. The public is being asked to not bring minor children into the courthouse, and such persons may be refused entry by the sheriff.
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Piatt County Facts
Piatt County, named for James A. Piatt, Sr., was established January 27, 1841, from territory taken from Macon County. The County is 34 miles long, containing 279,680 acres. Approximately 91% of this area is cropland, 3% pasture, 1% woodland and 5% other (municipalities, waterways, highways). Elevations vary from 650 to 800 feet above sea level.
The County Seat is Monticello. On July 1, 1837, James A. Piatt filed a plat of Monticello in the old Courthouse in Decatur. On July 4, 1837, a barbecue was held and lots were sold in the city named for the Virginia home of Thomas Jefferson.
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