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    Iowa County, Wisconsin has a court system that produces and preserves official records spanning criminal prosecutions, civil disputes, family matters, and probate proceedings. Those records — filed pleadings, motions, judicial orders, testimony transcripts, and evidence documentation — are maintained by court-appointed custodians such as the Clerk of Courts and the Register in Probate. Whether you need to verify the outcome of a past case, obtain a certified copy of a court document, or research someone's legal history, knowing where to look and how to submit a request will save you considerable time.

    People looking for Wisconsin court case information can search through clerk's offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, and online databases. WisconsinCourts.us is a useful place to start when locating publicly available case information across the state's circuit courts. The Wisconsin court system also operates its own electronic search tools, and most Iowa County records can be accessed directly through official county offices.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Iowa County?

    The most straightforward way to search Iowa County court records online is through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal, maintained by the Wisconsin Court System. WCCA gives the public access to civil, criminal, traffic, and other circuit court case information for counties across the state, including Iowa County. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney to pull up case status, hearing dates, and filed documents.

    Iowa County Courts — Locations and Contact Information:

    CourtAddressPhoneFax
    Iowa County Circuit Court222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville, WI 53533(608) 935-0395(608) 935-0386
    Blue Mounds Municipal CourtVillage Hall, 11011 Brigham Avenue, P.O. Box 189, Blue Mounds, WI 53517(608) 437-5197 ext. 309(608) 437-4198

    For in-person searches or certified copy requests, the Iowa County Clerk of Courts office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Iowa County Courthouse, 222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville. Mail requests are also accepted — include the names of the parties, a case number or filing date, and applicable fees. Copies of court documents typically cost $1.25 per page, and payment is required before copies are released. For inquiries, call the Clerk of Courts at (608) 935-0395.

    Are Court Records Public in Iowa County?

    Under the Wisconsin Public Records Law (Wis. Stat. § 19.31), records held by government agencies — including the courts — are presumed open to the public unless a specific legal exemption applies. Civil, criminal, probate, and most family court records fall within this general presumption of openness in Iowa County.

    That said, certain categories of records are withheld from public disclosure. Records commonly excluded from public access include:

    • Juvenile arrest and court records
    • Sealed or expunged criminal records
    • Records containing protected personal identifiers
    • Certain active law enforcement investigative files
    • Trade secrets and confidential business information
    • Records sealed by court order

    You don't need to demonstrate a specific legal interest to request non-confidential court records — access is available to any person. However, requests for records that may contain restricted information will be reviewed case by case by the custodian, and portions of a document may be redacted before release.

    Iowa County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Iowa County are heard by the Iowa County Circuit Court, which has jurisdiction over all felony prosecutions, serious misdemeanors, and appeals from lower courts. The Clerk of Courts at the Iowa County Courthouse maintains criminal case records and handles all copy requests.

    Searching Criminal Records:

    • Online: Use the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access portal to search criminal case records by defendant name or case number.
    • In person: Visit the Clerk of Courts at 222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville, during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.).
    • By mail: Submit a written request to the Clerk of Courts at the same address, including case details and payment.

    Iowa County Sheriff's Office — Records Requests:

    The Iowa County Sheriff's Office processes open records requests for incident reports and arrest-related records. Requests are accepted Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at:

    Iowa County Sheriff's Office
    Address: 109 E. Leffler Street, Dodgeville, WI 53533
    Phone: (608) 930-9500
    Fax: (608) 471-1075

    Sheriff's Office Record Request Fees:

    • Accident reports and incident reports: $5.28
    • DVDs/CDs (audio, video, photographs): $26.38 each
    • Additional shipping costs may apply; long-term storage searches may carry additional fees

    Allow 10 to 14 business days for a response. Requests involving a pending investigation or pending court action will generally not be released without a court order or District Attorney approval. Mail requests to: Iowa County Sheriff's Office, Attn: Records, 109 E. Leffler Street, Dodgeville, WI 53533.

    Iowa County Civil Court Records

    The Iowa County Circuit Court handles civil matters, generally including contract disputes, property claims, personal injury litigation, and equity cases exceeding $25,000. The Clerk of Courts maintains these records and processes requests the same way as criminal case files.

    How to Request Civil Court Records:

    • Search for a case using Wisconsin Circuit Court Access to get the case number and basic case details.
    • Contact the Clerk of Courts at (608) 935-0395 to confirm record availability and any applicable fees.
    • Visit the Clerk's office in person at 222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville, or submit a written request by mail.
    • Include the names of all parties, the case number or filing date, and payment of $1.25 per page for copies.

    The Wisconsin Court System also offers a Self-Help Center and small claims forms through its online portal, which is useful for individuals filing or responding to lower-value civil claims without an attorney.

    Iowa County Register of Deeds:

    Address: 222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville, WI 53533
    Phone: (608) 935-0396
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (copy requests must be made by 4:00 p.m.)

    Property-related records — deeds, mortgages, liens, and land contracts — are held by the Iowa County Register of Deeds, not the Clerk of Courts. You can also search these records through the county's LandShark online property records portal, which requires account registration and offers both daily-use and subscription access options. In-person property record searches are available on public computers in the hallway outside the Register of Deeds office. Genealogy searches require a scheduled appointment on Tuesday through Thursday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

    Iowa County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Iowa County fall under the jurisdiction of the Iowa County Circuit Court, with the Family Court Commissioner's office playing a central administrative role. Family Court Commissioner Kyle R. Reimann oversees temporary hearings, mediation referrals, and related proceedings. Temporary Order Hearings and Mediation Sessions are held in Rooms 212 and 213 of the Iowa County Courthouse.

    Family Court Commissioner
    Address: 209 North Iowa Street, P.O. Box 169, Dodgeville, WI 53533
    Phone: (608) 935-0302

    Types of Cases Handled by Iowa County Family Court:

    • Divorce and legal separation
    • Child custody and physical placement
    • Child support and paternity
    • Adoption proceedings
    • Guardianship matters
    • Personal protection orders
    • Name changes

    Divorce Records

    Divorce records in Iowa County are public records. The Clerk of Courts maintains full divorce decrees with detailed case information, while the Register of Deeds holds divorce certificates with summary-level data. To request a divorce decree, contact the Clerk of Courts at (608) 935-0395 or visit in person. To request a divorce certificate, complete and submit a Divorce Certificate Application to the Register of Deeds at 222 North Iowa Street, with the applicable fee and a self-addressed stamped envelope for mail requests.

    Forms and Self-Help Resources for Family Court:

    The Family Court Commissioner's office provides access to a broad range of court-approved forms, including:

    • Wisconsin Court System family court forms — a listing of over 40 forms for divorce and family matters
    • Family Law Forms Assistant — an interactive guided tool for filing divorce and legal separation paperwork
    • Post-judgment modification forms, including Stipulation to Change Judgment, Petition to Enforce Physical Placement Order, and a Request for Mediation

    Iowa County participates in a state-mandated mediation program for custody and placement disputes. Iowa County pays the first $100 of mediation fees; any amount beyond that is generally split equally between the parties.

    Marriage Records

    Marriage records are not public in Wisconsin. Certified copies are available only to the couple named in the record, their immediate family members, or authorized legal representatives. To obtain a certified marriage record, complete and submit the Marriage Certificate Application to the Iowa County Register of Deeds. The initial search fee is $20.00 (non-refundable, includes one copy); additional copies within the same order cost $3.00 each. Mail requests must include a self-addressed stamped envelope.

    Iowa County Probate Court Records

    Probate matters in Iowa County are administered through the Iowa County Circuit Court, with day-to-day records management handled by the Register in Probate office. The Register in Probate, Kanndie Basting, can be reached at Kanndie.basting@wicourts.gov or (608) 935-0347.

    Iowa County Register in Probate
    Address: 222 North Iowa Street, Room 2201, Dodgeville, WI 53533
    Phone: (608) 935-0347

    Types of Proceedings Handled:

    • Formal and informal estate administration
    • Transfer by Affidavit (for solely owned estates valued under $50,000)
    • Summary Settlement and Summary Assignment (for smaller estates)
    • Termination of Joint Tenancy
    • Formal Probate (for estates of $50,000 or more; attorney required)
    • Guardianships and conservatorships for minors and adults
    • Adoptions
    • Will filings (any will must be filed within 30 days of the decedent's death, even if probate is not required)

    How to Request Probate Records:

    Contact the Register in Probate or the Clerk of Courts for access to probate case records. Requests can be submitted:

    • In person at Room 2201 of the Iowa County Courthouse, 222 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville
    • By mail to the same address
    • By email to Kanndie.basting@wicourts.gov
    • Via drop box on the north side of the courthouse (Chapel Street entrance), which is checked multiple times daily

    When submitting a request, include the decedent's full name, approximate date of death, and case number if known. Certain probate proceedings — such as mental health-related matters and guardianships for minors — may be subject to confidentiality restrictions that limit public access. Confirm the availability of specific records with the Register in Probate before visiting.

    For Termination of Joint Tenancy proceedings, contact the Iowa County Register of Deeds at (608) 935-0396 for information on the HT-110 form used in that process. Property records relevant to estate administration — including deeds, mortgages, and land contracts dating back to the county's earliest recorded history — are searchable through the Register of Deeds office or through the LandShark online portal.