First Municipal District – Chicago, IL

First Municipal District

Richard J. Daley Center

• Jurisdiction: Covers the entire City of Chicago for various civil, traffic, and housing matters.
• Facility: Located in the Richard J. Daley Center, a major civic hub connected to City Hall via the Pedway.
• Cases: Handles traffic tickets, evictions, small claims, and misdemeanor criminal cases.

The First Municipal District is the largest of the Cook County Circuit Court’s districts. The Daley Center houses dozens of courtrooms and the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s main office. Unlike many other courthouses, cell phones are generally permitted in the public areas but must be silenced or turned off inside courtrooms.

Visitor Information

• Electronics: Cell phones are allowed but recording is strictly prohibited.
• Security: All visitors pass through metal detectors. Lines can be long in the morning.
• Access: The building is fully accessible with elevators and underground Pedway access.