Marathon County Court Records

Wisconsin court records are both case and administrative documents, regardless of their physical form. A case document is any item such as exhibits, pleadings, dockets, orders, journals, motions, indices, and judgments filed with a court relating to a judicial proceeding. In contrast, an Administrative document is any item created, received, or maintained by a court revealing its activities. Agencies use court records in background checks for employment and housing to verify a person’s legal history and character. These records also have historical significance and are valuable for research. They provide insights into societal changes, legal evolution, and historical events.

The Clerk of Courts is Marathon County's official keeper of court records. These records are available for public perusal online and in person at the courthouse. Public access to Marathon County court records promotes transparency and accountability within the judicial system. This access allows citizens to observe and understand the workings of the courts. Individuals who inspect or copy Marathon County court records can access the following information:

• Case summary (filing date, case type, number, and status, class code description, responsible official’s name, and branch ID)
• Party summary (party type, name, status, date of birth, sex, and race, and attorney’s name)
• Court activities (date, time, location, description, type, and court official’s name)
• Court record (date, event, court reporter’s name, and amount)
• Charges (prosecuting agency and attorney’s name, count number, offense date, plea, statute, description, severity, and disposition)

Are Court Records Public in Marathon County?

Yes. Per the Wisconsin Open Records Law, court records are open for public perusal. Therefore, anyone can inspect or copy court records maintained by the clerk of courts in Marathon County. Requests can be made online or in person during business hours. Wisconsin law excludes some court records from public disclosure due to their nature or a court order. The following court records are deemed confidential in Marathon County:

• Adoption
• Guardianship
• Jane Doe proceedings
• Children's proceedings
• Mental Health Act proceedings
• Search warrants until executed
• Income and expense statements
• Confidential name change petition
• Paternity pre-adjudication records
• Presentence investigation reports
• Protective services and placement
• Juvenile delinquency proceedings
• Terminations of parental rights
• Family medical history questionnaire
• Grand juror list and grand jury proceedings
• Child abuse restraining orders and injunctions
• Identifying information in a child custody proceeding
• Financial disclosure statement in a divorce case
• An action to determine paternity until paternity is determined
• Wills deposited for safekeeping during the life of the testator

Marathon County Court Records Search

Court records are available to the public when a search is conducted using any of the methods below:

• Online through third-party sites
• In person at the courthouse
• Online through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal
• By submitting an Off-site File Request form

Marathon County Court Records Search by Name

The easiest way to find court records by name is online through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal. Here is how to locate the portal and conduct a search:

• Go to the Marathon County Clerk of Courts' official website
• Click “Courts, Records, & Websites” on the left navigation plane
• Scroll to the Records area and click the “Wisconsin Circuit Courts website” link
• Click the “I agree” button after reading and agreeing to the disclaimer.
• Conduct a basic search using a party name (last, first, or middle name) or business name.
• The search will return a list of case records in the searched name.
• Click the case number link of any record to view that record.

Individuals can visit the Marathon County Circuit Court during business hours to obtain copies of court records. To initiate the search, provide the record staff with a case party's name. The requester will be shown a list of records bearing the search name. Having other criteria to streamline the search or locate the particular records is advisable. Copies of court records cost $1.25 per page, and certified copies cost $5 per document plus $1.25 per page to copy.

Record seekers can also conduct name-based court record searches in person at City Municipal Courts. All requests should be made during business hours, which vary by court. Customers can view court records for free at the courthouse, but copies of records attract a small fee. All Marathon County Municipal Courts have designated phone numbers and emails on their websites, which requesters can contact for court information.

Marathon County Courts

The Marathon Court System comprises a Circuit Court and several Municipal Courts operating at the city level. Below are the addresses of these courts:

Ninth Judicial Administrative District Court
2100 Stewart Avenue, Suite 310
Wausau, WI 54401
Ph: (715) 842-3872

Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403

Municipal Courts

Marshfield/SpencerJoint Municipal Court
207 W. 6th Street
Marshfield, WI 54449
Phone: (715) 384-6903
Fax: (715) 384-7131

Mosinee Municipal Court
225 Main Street
Mosinee, WI 54455
Phone: (715) 693-2275
Fax: (715) 693-1324

Wausau Municipal Court
407 Grant Street
Wausau,WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-6650
Fax: (715) 261-6626

Marathon County Superior Court Case Search

Marathon County does not have a Superior Court. The Circuit Court is the only place where individuals can find court records at the county level. The public may view all nonconfidential court records in person at the Clerk of Court’s office or certain portions online via the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal.

Marathon County District Court Records

Marathon County is part of the Ninth Judicial Administrative District Court. Records of this court can be retrieved in person at the Marathon County Circuit Court. The requester must provide basic information about the record to facilitate the search. In-person requests must be made during office hours. The Court charges a fee before releasing records to customers.

Marathon County Criminal Records

Most people begin their criminal record search by requesting Marathon County arrest records. The Marathon County Sheriff’s Office disseminates arrest records online or in person to the public. The Inmate Roster can be sorted by arrest date, booking agency, charge, or last name.

The State Department of Justice (DOJ) Crime Information Bureau (CIB) has a Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS) that contains detailed information on the criminal records of Marathon County offenders. Inquirers can access the database as authorized or public users. Authorized users need to create an account, but public users do not. The requester must provide the record holder's first and last name, gender, race, and date of birth to process the request. A copy of an adult criminal history record costs $7, and certified copies cost an extra $5.

Marathon County Criminal Court Case Lookup

All Marathon Criminal cases are heard in the Circuit Court. Therefore, the court should be the first place a person visits when searching for criminal court records. Requests are processed during business hours. A name or case number is required to initiate a search. When the record is located, the Clerk charges a fee to print it. Copies of criminal court records cost $1.25 per page, and certified copies cost $5 per document, plus $1.25 per page to copy. Individuals must fill out the Off-site File Request form to obtain copies of old criminal court records. These records are usually unavailable in the Clerk’s office because they are kept off-site. It takes time to process old criminal court records.

Individuals who do not want to visit the courthouse can search for criminal court cases online through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal. The search parameters are by name, birth date, or case number. Conduct an Advanced Search to narrow the search results. For example, selecting “Criminal Traffic (CT), Felony (CF), or Misdemeanor (CM)” from the Case Types dropdown helps users view only criminal case records.

Get Marathon County Civil Court Records

The Marathon County Circuit Court is a trial court with original jurisdiction in all civil cases. Inquirers can copy civil court records in the Marathon County Clerk of Courts Office. All visits to the office must be done during normal business hours. The Clerk charges $1.25 per page for copies of civil records. Certified copies cost $5 per document plus $1.25 per page to copy. Older civil court records are stored in an off-site location and can be obtained by submitting an Off-site File Request to the Clerk of Courts’ Office.

The Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal is good for finding civil court records online without charges. Users can conduct a simple or advanced search. The basic search criteria include name, birth date, or case number. The advanced search provides additional criteria like case types, case status, filing date, and disposition date to streamline the search.

Marathon County Family Court Records

Record seekers can obtain copies of family court records at the Marathon County Clerk of Court’s Office. This service costs $1.25 per page. Family court records filed with the court before 1986 are available off-site and are not readily available in the office. Individuals interested in obtaining such records should submit an Off-site File Request. The Clerk processes off-site requests on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Requesters will be reached at the phone number they provide when the record becomes available for inspection.

Family court records can also be viewed online through the Case Search portal. The basic search criteria are party name, birth date, business name, or case number. Users can streamline their searches by conducting an Advanced Case Search. This allows individuals to select “Family (FA)” in the Case Types dropdown.

Marathon Dissolution of Marriage Records

Dissolution of marriage records are included in Marathon County public records. Therefore, the Register of Deeds makes such records available to the public online through a third-party vendor, by mail, and in person. Copies of dissolution of marriage records cost $20 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. Mail requesters must have a completed Marriage Certificate Application Form, a valid photo ID, the correct fee (money order or cashier’s check), and a self-addressed stamped envelope in their package. Customers who want to make in-person requests must have a valid photo ID.

Marathon County Marriage and Divorce Records

Marathon County marriage and divorce records are available at the Register of Deeds Office. Copies can be obtained online, by mail, or in person. The record staff charges $20 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. Online requests can be made through an approved third-party vendor. Additional fees apply for this service. Mail requesters must send a completed Marriage or Divorce Certificate Application form, a valid photo ID, the correct fee (money order or cashier’s check), and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the office. The Register of Deeds Office processes in-person requests between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. They only attend to customers with a valid photo ID.

Marathon Birth and Death Records

The Marathon County Vital Records Section of the Register of Deeds Office maintains and issues copies of birth and death certificates. Copies of records cost $20 for the first copy and $3 for each additional copy ordered simultaneously. Individuals can access Marathon County birth records and death records through the following means:

• Online: The Register of Deeds partners with a third-party vendor to issue customers birth and death records online. This service attracts an additional fee.
• By mail: To request a birth or death certificate by mail, individuals must complete a Birth or Death Certificate Application form. The mail package must contain the form, a valid photo ID, the correct fee (money order or cashier’s check), and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail requests for copies of birth and death records are processed the same day they are received.
• In-person: Marathon County birth certificates and death certificates can be obtained in person at the Register of Deeds Office. Requests must be made during office hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Customers must bring a valid photo ID with them.

Marathon County Probate Court Records

The Marathon County Probate Office is part of the Clerk of Court’s Office. It handles cases such as trusts, guardianships/conservatorships, probate, wills, civil commitments, and adoptions/termination of parental rights. Individuals can view probate court records online through the Case Search portal. Users can conduct a simple or advanced search. It is advisable to choose the advanced search option because users can streamline their searches by selecting “Informal Probate(IN),” “Probate (PR),” or “Will (WL) from the case types dropdown. Alternatively, requesters can visit the Probate Office from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. The office closes for lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily. The record staff will require a name or case number to process requests. Copies of probate court records will only be released to the requester after the appropriate fees have been paid. Copies of probate court records cost $1 per page, and certified copies cost $3 per document.

Marathon County Property Records

The Marathon County Register of Deeds Office has a land records section that maintains and issues copies of property records. Individuals can conduct property record searches using online portals like Ascent Land Records Suite and LandShark. The search criteria usually include Parcel ID, owner’s name, or address. Alternatively, requesters can visit the office during business hours to request property records. Copies of records will not be released until appropriate fees have been paid. The Register of Deeds charges $2 for the first page of property records and $1 for each additional page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per document. Customers who want their documents faxed will pay an additional $2.

The Marathon County Treasurer provides property tax and assessment records online and in person. Online requests can be made via the Online Records Portal. Searches are by owner name, address, or PIN number. In-person requests are permitted from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays.

Interested persons can also find property records at the City Assessor’s Offices. For example, the Marshfield Assessor disseminates property records electronically through its online portals. Users can search property records by address, parcel ID, or tax key number for free. Record seekers can also find Marshfield property records in person at the Assessor’s office during business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and Friday until noon). Contact the Assessor's Office by phone at (715) 384-3856 or email at city.assessor@ci.marshfield.wi.us for more information about property records.

Marathon County Court Records Online

Wisconsin has third-party vendors that issue Marathon County court records online across multiple jurisdictions. These vendors provide such services via online portals like wisconsincourtrecords.us. The search criteria are by name or case number. Users of third-party sites view court records for free at the initial stage of the search. However, a small fee is charged for full reports, which covers a 7-day access or monthly subscription. Always verify information retrieved from third-party websites because they can contradict records maintained by Marathon County courts.