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ATJ 308.1

Motion to Impound

Illinois · Illinois Supreme Court · Effective March 1, 2025

This form is a request to the court to keep the records for a name change case private, which is called 'impounding' the case. It asks the judge to keep the records private because the filer believes making them public would cause a hardship related to their health or safety.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when a person changing their name believes that keeping the court records public would cause a hardship that negatively affects their health or safety.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What does 'impound' mean on this form?
Impound means that the court records will be kept private. Only the people involved in the case, the judge, and the court clerk can see them unless the judge gives someone else permission.
Can I use this form if I have a reason other than the listed categories?
Yes, you can check the box for 'Other' and explain another reason that includes physical harm, discrimination, harassment, bullying, or threats of violence.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2025.

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