Marinette County court records in Wisconsin are available through several channels. MarinetteCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through the official state court system portal, directly at the Clerk of Circuit Court office, and through public terminals in the courthouse.
Marinette Court System & Jurisdictions
Marinette County has two Circuit Courts and a state Court Commissioner. The Clerk of Circuit Court serves both courts and maintains records of all cases.
Wisconsin does not use separate District Courts or Magistrate Courts at the county level — the Circuit Court is the court of general jurisdiction. Here are the categories of cases they handle:
- Criminal Cases — felonies and misdemeanors, from theft to serious crimes
- Civil Cases — lawsuits regarding contracts, damage compensation, civil disputes of any amount
- Small Claims — disputes up to $10,000, simplified procedure
- Family Law — divorce, child custody, alimony, child support lien docket
- Probate — inheritance cases, guardianship, protective orders for incapacitated persons
- Traffic Violations and Ordinances — fines for speeding, violations of municipal rules
The Court Commissioner typically conducts initial hearings in criminal cases, reviews motions for temporary restraining orders, and some family matters. More complex cases are referred to Circuit Court judges.
Additional legal resources for Marinette County are collected on the Wisconsin State Law Library website — there you can find forms, contacts, and links to registries.
Marinette Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The schedule for today, tomorrow, or the current week can be viewed through the Wisconsin Court System case search. After selecting Marinette County, the system shows scheduled hearings with dates, party names, and case numbers.
How to find the needed hearing:
- Open the WCCA (Wisconsin Circuit Court Access) portal via the link above.
- Select a search by party name, case number, or date.
- Specify "Marinette" as the county.
- In the search results, go to the case details — there the scheduled hearing dates are displayed.
If you need information not available on the portal, call the clerk's office directly. Phone: (715) 732-7450.
The Useful Links page on the Clerk of Circuit Court's website also contains direct links to the case search system and other resources.
How to Get a Copy of a Marinette Court Document
Copies of court documents are issued by the Marinette County Clerk of Circuit Court office. There are two types of copies:
- Certified Copies — have the official seal and signature of the clerk, suitable for legal purposes (submission to another court, immigration procedures, etc.).
- Non-Certified Copies — regular copies for review, without legal force as an official document.
Ways to Obtain
In Person: Visit the clerk's office at the address below. You will need the case number or the full name of the party and approximate date.
By Mail: Send a written request specifying the case number, document type, and number of copies. Include payment by check or money order made out to Marinette County Clerk of Courts.
Online: Basic case information — dates, charges, status — can be viewed for free through WCCA. Full copies of documents usually require an in-person visit or mail request.
Marinette County Clerk of Circuit Court
Some records have restricted access. Juvenile cases, sealed cases, and some family documents are not issued without a court order. Ask the clerk if the document you need is available for public viewing.
Marinette Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for copies and searches in court records are set according to Wisconsin Statutes. Below are typical rates — check with the clerk's office for the exact amount, as some fees may change.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Court record search (per request) | $5.00 |
| Non-certified copy (per page) | $1.25 |
| Document certification | $5.00 |
| Copy of court judgment (certified) | $5.00 + cost of pages |
Payment is accepted by check, money order, or cash for in-person requests. Confirm the possibility of credit card payment directly with the office.
For state-level criminal history checks, a separate system is used — the Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS), administered by the Wisconsin Department of Justice. This service charges its own fee, unrelated to county court fees.
Information about inmates in the local jail can be checked through the Marinette County Jail page, where the Wisconsin VINE system for victim notification is also available. Information about individuals under the supervision of the state Department of Corrections is posted on the DOC Offender Information portal.