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Recording a Deed or Document in Jo Daviess, IL
Jo Daviess (population 21,594) records real-property documents through the Jo Daviess County Recorder of Deeds (Clerk & Recorder). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Jo Daviess recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Jo Daviess County Recorder of Deeds (Clerk & Recorder)
- Recording fee
- $81.00 standard document (deeds, leases, mortgages, easements) first / Non-standard documents $102.00 add'l (+Copy fees: $0.50/side in-office, $1.00/side mailed, $2.00/side faxed, $1.00/side emailed)
- Mailing address
- Jo Daviess County Recorder, 330 North Bench Street, Suite 1C (Room 104), Galena, IL 61036
- Phone
- 815-777-9694
- Checks payable to
- Jo Daviess County Recorder
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile, CSC
Formatting note: Standard Illinois format: 8.5x11 paper, 10pt font, 3in top margin, PTAX/MyDec for deeds; confirm with office
Can you e-record in Jo Daviess?
Yes. Jo Daviess accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in Jo Daviess, Illinois
- Prepare the document so it meets Jo Daviess formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, CSC, or by mail to Jo Daviess County Recorder of Deeds (Clerk & Recorder) at Jo Daviess County Recorder, 330 North Bench Street, Suite 1C (Room 104), Galena, IL 61036.
- Pay the recording fee ($81.00 standard document (deeds, leases, mortgages, easements) first / Non-standard documents $102.00 add'l (+Copy fees: $0.50/side in-office, $1.00/side mailed, $2.00/side faxed, $1.00/side emailed)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Jo Daviess standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Jo Daviess recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Jo Daviess?
The Jo Daviess County Recorder of Deeds (Clerk & Recorder) charges $81.00 standard document (deeds, leases, mortgages, easements) first / Non-standard documents $102.00 add'l (+Copy fees: $0.50/side in-office, $1.00/side mailed, $2.00/side faxed, $1.00/side emailed), with checks payable to Jo Daviess County Recorder. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Jo Daviess?
Yes. Jo Daviess accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, CSC, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in Jo Daviess?
Mail recordings to Jo Daviess County Recorder of Deeds (Clerk & Recorder): Jo Daviess County Recorder, 330 North Bench Street, Suite 1C (Room 104), Galena, IL 61036 (815-777-9694).
Can Jurably record my document in Jo Daviess for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Jo Daviess recorder in person.
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