Waushara County Court Records

A Waushara County court record is any material filed with or created by the Circuit or Municipal Court. These records are vital in enhancing judicial accountability and transparency. A typical Waushara County court record contains the following information:

• Case summary (filing date, case type, case status, class code description, responsible official, case number, and case title)
• Party (plaintiff and defendant's names, birth date, sex, race, and attorneys' names)
• Court activities (date, time, location, description, type, and court official)
• Court record (event, event, court reporter, and amount)
• Charges (count, statute, description, severity, and disposition)
• Total receivables (court assessments, adjustments, amount paid to court, probation amount, balance due to court, and due date)

Are Court Records Public in Waushara County?

Yes. The Wisconsin Open Records Law permits citizens to inspect and copy court records maintained by any court in the state. This allows members of the public access to court records online and in person at the Waushara County Circuit Court. The Court has a duty to respond to court record requests as soon as practicable and without delay. However, they can withhold access to court records deemed confidential. For example, presentence investigation reports, adoption, guardianship, mental health act proceedings, grand juror list, and paternity pre-adjudication records are confidential.

Waushara County Court Records Search

Requesters can conduct a Waushara County court records search online or in person at the Circuit Court. Online requests can be made without charges on the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal. They will need a name or case number to conduct the search. In-person requests should be made Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Waushara County Courts

The Waushara County courthouse comprises Circuit and Municipal Courts. The addresses of these courts are provided below:

Waushara County Courthouse
380 S. Townline Road
Wautoma, WI 54982
Phone: (920) 787-0441
Fax: (920) 787-0481

Wautoma Municipal Court
210 E. Main St.
P.O. Box 483
Wautoma, WI 54982
Phone: (920) 787-4044, ext. 209
Email: gailhoughton@cityofwautoma.com

Waushara County Criminal and Civil Records

The best way to find Waushara County criminal records is in person at the Sheriff's office. All visits should be scheduled during business hours. However, requesters can call the jail at (920) 787-6591 to inquire about obtaining Waushara County arrest records before visiting the office. The record staff might be able to provide criminal or arrest information over the phone, which is more cost-effective. The Sheriff's Office is located at:

Waushara County Sheriff's Department
430 East Division
Wautoma, WI 54982
Phone: (920) 787-3321
Fax: (920) 787-7685

The Waushara County Circuit Court Clerk is the custodian of civil records. Record seekers can find these records in person at the courthouse during business hours. They can also use the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal to view civil information online for free. The search criteria are by name or case number.

Waushara County Marriage Records

Married couples can get certified copies of the Washara County marriage certificate from the Register of Deeds' Office. Requests can be made by email at registerof.deeds@wausharacountywi.gov, by mail, or in person by submitting a completed Wisconsin Marriage Certificate Application Form. The records staff will need a valid ID and a fee of $20.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional copy to process Waushara County birth record requests. The Register of Deeds accepts cash, check, money order, or credit card.

Waushara County Divorce Records

The Waushara County Circuit Court Clerk issues records of divorces that occurred before January 1, 2016. Copies of divorce records can be obtained in person at the courthouse Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or online through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal. A search can be conducted by name or case number.

Individuals can obtain certified copies of divorces that occurred after January 1, 2016, in person, by email, or by mail at the Register of Deeds' office. To make a request, they must submit a completed Wisconsin Divorce Certificate Application Form, a valid ID, and appropriate fees payable by cash, check, money order, or credit card.

Waushara County Birth Records

Individuals can get their Waushara County birth certificate from the Register of Deeds' Office. They must complete a Wisconsin Birth Certificate Application Form and submit it with a valid photo ID and the appropriate fees. The charge for certified copies of birth records is $20.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional copy. Acceptable payment methods include money order, cash, check, or credit card (attracts a $1.50 processing fee). The office accepts requests by mail, email registerof.deeds@wausharacountywi.gov, or in-person from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Orders for Waushara County birth records can also be placed online through an approved third-party vendor. Requests submitted before 2:00 pm CST can be processed and mailed to the applicant the same day. The vendor charges an additional $10.00 convenience fee.

Waushara County Death Records

Most Waushara County vital records, like death documents, are available at the Register of Deeds' Office. A certified copy of a death record is only accessible to individuals with a direct and tangible interest, including the deceased person's spouse, parent, sibling, grandparent, children, or current domestic partner. To receive a death certificate, customers can submit a completed Wisconsin Death Certificate Application Form in person at the office, by mail, or by email at registerof.deeds@wausharacountywi.gov. The form should be submitted with a valid photo identification and appropriate fees (a $20.00 fee for the first copy and a $3.00 fee for each additional copy). The Register of Deeds' Office accepts payment by credit card, cash, check, or money order. Card payments incur an extra $1.50 processing fee.

Waushara County Probate Court Records

The Waushara County Circuit Court has a Register and Probate who handles probate cases relating to guardianships, estates, protective placement, and mental health commitments. Interested persons can obtain copies of these records in person at the courthouse during business hours. Probate records are also available online through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal. Users will need a name or case number to complete the request.

Waushara County Property Records

Waushara County public records include property documents like liens, deeds, mortgages, plats, survey and subdivision maps, and property taxes. Record seekers can purchase some of these records at the Waushara County Register of Deeds' Office in person or online using any of the Online Access-Real Estate Records links. The first page of all property documents costs $2.00, and $1.00 for each additional page. Payment can be made by money order, check, cash, or credit card (an extra processing fee of $1.50 applies). Individuals seeking to obtain copies of Plats of Survey can do so online or in person at the Waushara County Surveyor's Office.

The Waushara County Land Records office is also a good place to find property records. Requesters can use the Waushara County Land Records Web Portal, Tax Parcel Map, or Open Data portal to access property information online for free. Users will need a parcel ID, property address, or owner name to conduct the search. Alternatively, they can visit the office from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to obtain copies of property records for a small fee. Individuals seeking property tax information can visit the Waushara County Treasurer's Office in person during business hours to submit their requests.

Waushara County Court Records Online

Waushara County court records are available online through third-party portals such as Wisconsincourtrecords.us. While these sites are user-friendly and provide access to information across multiple jurisdictions, they are not as reliable as official government websites. Therefore, users should rely on them for informational purposes only, not as a substitute for official records.