Can the Sheriff’s Office provide legal advice?
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office does not provide legal advice. The Sheriff’s Office may provide information about its policies and procedures for Foreclosures/Judicial Sales. This should not be considered legal advice. If you have questions related to legal issues, contact an attorney or visit the 19th Judicial Circuit’s Center for Self Representation in the William D. Block Memorial Library in:
Lake County Government Building
18 N. County Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

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1. Can the Sheriff’s Office provide legal advice?
2. How often does the Sheriff’s Office hold auctions?
3. Do I need to register to place a bid on a property?
4. Will I be responsible for any unpaid back-taxes on the property?
5. If I purchase a property at auction, will I be responsible for any liens held against the property?
6. Is a payment on the property required the day of the auction?
7. Whom do I make a certified check to?
8. Can I place a bid lower than the opening bid amount?
9. When can I access the property?
10. Do I have to be present at the Sale Confirmation Hearing?
11. Can I finance a foreclosed home through the Sheriff’s Office?
12. How does the eviction process work?