Court records of Marathon County, Wisconsin, are available through several channels. MarathonCourt.us allows for quick access to public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through the official Wisconsin court system case search portal, directly at the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court, or at public terminals in the courthouse. Below is a practical guide to the county's court system, hearing calendar, obtaining documents, and fees.
Marathon Court System & Jurisdictions
Wisconsin does not have separate county and magistrate courts as some other states do. Instead, each county is served by a single circuit court of general jurisdiction. The Marathon County Circuit Court handles virtually all categories of cases.
- Criminal Cases — felonies, misdemeanors, ordinance violations
- Civil Lawsuits — disputes of any amount, including small claims up to $10,000
- Family Law — divorce, child custody, alimony, name changes
- Probate and Estate — will validation, guardianship, estate management
- Traffic Violations — speeding tickets, driving without a license, OWI
- Juvenile Cases — juvenile offenses, child protection
Appeals from the circuit court are directed to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals (District III for Marathon County), and then to the State Supreme Court. If you need a statewide criminal background check, the Department of Justice maintains a central repository of criminal records.
Marathon Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out what hearings are scheduled for today, tomorrow, or this week, use the online tools of the Wisconsin court system. The Marathon County Circuit Court publishes its schedule through the CCAP (Consolidated Court Automation Programs) system.
- Go to the Wisconsin case search page.
- Select "Marathon" as the county and enter the party's name or case number.
- The case card displays scheduled hearing dates, type of session, and courtroom.
Public terminals in the courthouse also show the daily calendar. Call the clerk's office if you need to confirm the time of a specific session — the schedule sometimes changes at the last minute.
How to Get a Copy of a Marathon Court Document
The Clerk of Circuit Court maintains all case materials and issues copies — both regular and certified. Here are three ways to obtain a document:
Online
Through the CCAP portal, you can view the case register, list of documents, and status for free. Full texts of some documents are available for download. However, not all files are published electronically — confidential cases (juvenile, some family) are closed to public access.
In Person
Contact the Clerk of Circuit Court at the courthouse address above. Bring the case number or full name of the party and approximate date. The clerk will prepare a certified copy on-site.
By Mail
Send a written request specifying the case number, document title, number of copies, and a check or money order for the appropriate amount to:
Note: A certified copy has legal force for submission to other institutions, while a regular one is for informational purposes only. Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) are maintained not by the court but by the Wisconsin Vital Records Office.
Marathon Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees are established according to Wis. Stat. § 814.61 and local administrative orders. Below are the main rates:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Regular document copy (per page) | $1.25 |
| Document certification | $5.00 |
| Case register search (by name) | $5.00 |
| Electronic media copy (if available) | Depends on volume |
| Online criminal background check via WORCS | $7.00 (charged by DOJ) |
The clerk's office accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Confirm the possibility of card payment by phone — policy may change. For a statewide criminal background check, use the DOJ's WORCS system; this is a separate fee not related to court copies.
If you need a large number of documents or records older than 20 years, contact the clerk in advance — archival materials are sometimes stored outside the main building, and additional time is needed for their preparation.