Calumet County Court Records Search
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Calumet County, Wisconsin, maintains a court system centered on the Circuit Court, which handles the full range of criminal, civil, family, probate, and juvenile matters arising within the county. The records generated through these proceedings—including case filings, pleadings, motions, orders, judgments, hearing notices, and docket entries—serve as the official documentary record of judicial activity. They support legal research, background inquiries, estate administration, and the general public interest in transparent government.
Wisconsin residents and researchers looking to locate court records have several options. The Wisconsin Court System operates public case search tools accessible through official court channels, clerk of court offices, and public access terminals at the courthouse. WisconsinCourts.us may also help users identify publicly available court case information across Wisconsin’s circuit courts. These tools, combined with direct requests to the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s Office, give most requesters a reliable path to the records they need.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Calumet County?
The primary resource for online circuit court case searches in Wisconsin is the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal, which provides public access to case records filed in Calumet County and throughout the state. WCCA covers criminal, civil, family, traffic, and other case types, and users can search by party name, business name, case number, or date of birth.
Calumet County Circuit Court
Address: 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014
Phone: (920) 849-2361 | Toll-Free: (833) 620-2730
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Clerk of Circuit Court
Clerk: Kayla Bembenek
Phone: (920) 849-1414, Ext. 3404 | Toll-Free: (883) 620-2730
Fax: (920) 849-1483
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
How to request court records:
- Search WCCA online to identify the case and confirm the court where it was filed.
- Note the case number, party names, and filing date for use in your request.
- Visit the Clerk of Courts Office in person during business hours to review complete case files. A valid ID is required.
- For copies, specify whether certified or uncertified copies are needed and pay applicable fees at the time of the request.
- Copies can also be requested by mail—send a written request with case details, identification, and payment to the Circuit Court Clerk at 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014.
In addition to WCCA, the Wisconsin Court System’s public case search page provides access to circuit court records as well as Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals decisions. The full fee schedule for circuit court filings and copies is published by the Wisconsin Court System and updated periodically.
Municipal Courts in Calumet County:
| Court | Address | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Brillion / Village of Reedsville Municipal Court | 201 North Main Street, Brillion, WI 54110 | (920) 875-0519 | (920) 756-2351 |
| City of New Holstein Municipal Court | 2110 Washington Street, New Holstein, WI 53061 | (920) 898-5766 | (920) 898-1504 |
Are Court Records Public in Calumet County?
Wisconsin’s open records framework, codified at Wis. Stat. § 19.35, establishes a strong presumption that public records—including court records—are open to inspection by any person during regular business hours. The Wisconsin Public Records Law places the burden on the custodian to demonstrate a legally recognized reason before denying access to any requested record.
Despite this default openness, Wisconsin law and court rules identify several categories of records that are withheld from public disclosure or are subject to restriction:
- Juvenile court records (sealed by statute to protect minors)
- Mental health commitment records
- Records expunged or sealed by court order
- Adoption records
- Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers (redacted from public filings)
- Confidential informant identities
- Financial disclosure statements filed in domestic relations cases
- Records of ongoing criminal investigations
- Medical and health records included in case files
- Records protected by federal law, including HIPAA-covered health information
Custodians who deny access must cite the specific legal authority justifying the withholding. Partially exempt records may be produced with protected portions redacted rather than withheld in their entirety. Requesters who believe a denial is improper may seek review through the courts or contact the Wisconsin Department of Justice, which provides guidance on open records compliance.
Calumet County Criminal Court Records
The Calumet County Circuit Court handles all felony and misdemeanor criminal cases filed within the county. Case records from these proceedings—including criminal complaints, motions, orders, and final judgments—are accessible through WCCA for non-confidential matters or by requesting copies directly from the Clerk of Courts.
Understanding expungement limitations: In Wisconsin, a judge may order expunction of the court’s own record in eligible cases, but this does not erase the record from all locations. The Wisconsin Crime Information Bureau (CIB) retains criminal history data separately, and records may also remain with the District Attorney’s Office, law enforcement agencies, and the Department of Transportation. A brochure on the expungement of court records is available from the Calumet County Circuit Court.
Statewide criminal history background checks for adult conviction records are available through the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS). This public tool allows any person to request an adult criminal history check for a fee. Wisconsin does not release juvenile criminal history information to the public.
Law enforcement records held by the Calumet County Sheriff’s Office—such as incident reports and arrest records—are accessible through the Sheriff’s Records Division:
Calumet County Sheriff’s Office – Law Enforcement Records
Address: 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014 (at the Justice Center)
Records Phone: (920) 849-1436
Fax: (920) 849-1431
Jail Phone: (920) 849-1447
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sheriff’s Office record copy fees:
| Document Type | Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Paper documents | Black and white, per page | $0.15 |
| Paper documents | Color, per page | $0.25 |
| Paper documents | Fax transmission | $0.10 per page |
| CD/DVD | Per disc | $1.00 |
| Flash drives | 8 GB | $6.00 |
| Flash drives | 16/32 GB | $4.00 |
Records requests may be made by phone, fax, email, or in person. Email delivery carries no charge. Prepayment may be required for requests exceeding $5.00. Records currently under active investigation are exempt from disclosure. Original documents may not be removed from the Sheriff’s Office; inspection is conducted in a designated room on-site. The office accepts cash, check, money order, or credit card.
Individuals seeking court-charged criminal records specifically referred to the District Attorney will need to obtain those documents through the Circuit Court Clerk rather than the Sheriff’s Office.
Calumet County Civil Court Records
The Calumet County Circuit Court has jurisdiction over a wide range of civil matters, including contract disputes, property damage claims, debt collection, mortgage foreclosures, garnishments, personal injury cases, name changes, small claims, injunctions, and appeals from municipal courts. All non-confidential civil case records appear in WCCA and are available for in-person review at the Clerk of Courts Office.
Small claims in Wisconsin’s circuit courts cover monetary claims of $10,000 or less, eviction actions, replevins, and arbitration awards. The base filing fee for small claims cases is among the more modest in the state.
The Wisconsin Circuit Court Fee, Forfeiture, Fine and Surcharge Tables published by the Wisconsin Court System contain the current schedule for all case types, including civil actions. Effective May 1, 2024, electronically filed cases are subject to an e-filing fee of $35.00 per case per party (or $70.00 for attorney-mediators).
Requesting civil records:
- In person: Visit the Clerk of Courts Office at 206 Court Street, Suite (Circuit Court), Chilton, WI 53014. Bring a valid ID and the case number or party name.
- By mail: Write to the Clerk of Circuit Court at the same address. Include case details, the type of copies needed (certified or uncertified), and payment.
- Copies: Fees apply at the rate of $0.25 per page for standard copies when self-supplied copies are not provided at the time of filing.
- Payments: Cash, check, or money order made payable to Clerk of Courts. Credit and debit cards are accepted with an additional convenience fee.
Calumet County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Calumet County—including divorce, legal separation, annulment, child custody, child support, paternity, maintenance (spousal support), and domestic abuse restraining orders—are filed with and maintained by the Calumet County Circuit Court Clerk. The Family and Paternity Division provides guidance to self-represented parties on the forms and procedures required for each case type.
Divorce filing fees:
| Case Type | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Divorce without children or maintenance | $184.50 |
| Divorce with minor children or maintenance | $194.50 |
Wisconsin requires a 120-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized after the initial filing. Parents with minor children must also complete a co-parenting education program. Information on the 2025 co-parenting class schedule is available from the court.
Required forms for a jointly filed (joint petition) divorce:
- Confidential Petition Addendum (Form GF-179)
- Joint Petition with Minor Children (Form FA-4110V)
- Joint Petition without Minor Children (Form FA-4111V)
For sole petitioner filings, submit the Confidential Petition Addendum (Form GF-179) along with either the Summons and Petition with Minor Children (Forms FA-4104V and FA-4108V) or the Summons and Petition without Minor Children (Forms FA-4105V and FA-4109V). The Wisconsin Court System also provides self-help and forms assistance for divorce and family law matters to help parties navigate the process without an attorney.
Vital records related to family proceedings:
Marriage certificates, divorce certificates, birth certificates, and death certificates are maintained by the Calumet County Register of Deeds, with some historical records available through the Wisconsin Vital Records Office:
Register of Deeds
Address: 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014
Phone: (920) 849-1441 | Fax: (920) 849-1616 | Toll-Free: (883) 620-2730
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Vital records fees (all certificate types):
| Record Type | First Copy | Each Additional Copy |
|---|---|---|
| Birth certificate | $20.00 | $3.00 |
| Marriage certificate | $20.00 | $3.00 |
| Divorce certificate | $20.00 | $3.00 |
| Death certificate | $20.00 | $3.00 |
The Register of Deeds holds marriage records from 1907 to present, divorce records from January 1, 2016 to present, and death records from September 1, 2013 to present. Records outside these date ranges should be requested through the Wisconsin Vital Records Office in Madison. All requests—whether submitted in person or by mail—require a completed application form, a copy of valid government-issued ID, applicable fee, and a self-addressed stamped envelope for mail returns. Applications for marriage certificates, divorce certificates, birth certificates, and death certificates are available through the county’s official website.
Calumet County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Calumet County fall under the jurisdiction of the Circuit Court, with records maintained separately by the Register in Probate. This office handles a broad range of proceedings beyond traditional estate administration, including mental health, alcohol, and drug abuse commitments; protective placements; juvenile and adult adoptions; guardianships; and conservatorships.
Register in Probate
Register: Rhonda Neumann
Address: 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014
Phone: (920) 849-1455 | Toll-Free: (883) 620-2730
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Probate case types handled by the Calumet County Circuit Court:
- Formal and informal estate proceedings (testate and intestate)
- Summary assignment and summary settlement of small estates
- Trust administration and corporate trusts
- Guardianship of adults and minors
- Temporary guardianship and conservatorship
- Protective placements and protective services
- Mental health, alcohol, and drug abuse commitments
- Wills filed for safekeeping (no probate opened)
- Powers of attorney for health care filed for safekeeping
- Juvenile and adult adoptions
- Termination of parental rights proceedings
Probate case records that are not sealed or otherwise protected can be searched through WCCA using the party’s name or case number. For complete file access, including documents not fully reflected in the WCCA docket, a written request should be submitted to the Register in Probate at 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014. Specify the decedent’s or ward’s full name, the approximate filing date, and whether certified copies are needed. Standard copy fees and certification charges apply as established under Wisconsin statutes governing clerk of courts offices. Wis. Stat. § 59.40 governs many of the statutory duties performed by the Clerk of Courts, including those relating to probate records maintenance and copy request procedures.