Court records in Calumet County, Wisconsin can be searched through several channels. CalumetCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases filed in the county. You can also search records through the state's online court access system, visit the Clerk of Circuit Court office at the Calumet County Courthouse in Chilton, or use public terminals available at the courthouse. These resources cover criminal, civil, traffic, family, and other case types handled by the county's circuit court.
Calumet Court System & Jurisdictions
Wisconsin does not use a district court or magistrate court structure at the county level. Instead, each county operates a circuit court — the state's trial court of general jurisdiction. The Calumet County Circuit Court, located in Chilton, handles virtually all case types filed in the county.
Case types heard by the Calumet County Circuit Court
- Criminal — felonies and misdemeanors prosecuted by the Calumet County District Attorney's Office
- Civil — lawsuits, contract disputes, personal injury, and large claims
- Small claims — civil disputes involving $10,000 or less (filed under the same circuit court)
- Family — divorce, legal separation, custody, child support, and paternity. The Wisconsin Court System offers a self-help divorce and family law guide with fillable forms.
- Juvenile — delinquency, child-in-need-of-protection-or-services (CHIPS), and termination of parental rights
- Probate and guardianship — estates, wills, trusts, and adult guardianships
- Traffic and ordinance violations — citations issued by county, municipal, and state law enforcement
Federal cases involving Calumet County fall under the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, Green Bay Division. Those cases are not part of the county circuit court docket.
Calumet Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Court calendars for Calumet County are available through Wisconsin's Consolidated Court Automation Programs (CCAP). The CCAP system powers the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) portal, which lists scheduled hearings for all 72 county circuit courts.
How to check the calendar
- Go to the Wisconsin Court System case search page.
- Select the option to search by county and choose Calumet.
- Search by party name, case number, or date range to find upcoming hearings.
- Individual case records typically display scheduled hearing dates, times, courtroom assignments, and the presiding judge.
You can also contact the Clerk of Circuit Court directly to confirm a hearing date or ask about same-day calendar changes. Walk-in visitors to the Calumet County Courthouse can view the daily calendar posted near the courtrooms or check the public access terminals.
Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court
How to Get a Copy of a Calumet Court Document
The Clerk of Circuit Court is the custodian of court records in Calumet County. You can request copies of filings, judgments, orders, and other court documents through three channels:
Online
Basic case information — including party names, charges, dispositions, and hearing dates — is available at no cost through WCCA case search. However, WCCA does not provide downloadable copies of actual court documents. For the documents themselves, you'll need to contact the clerk's office.
In person
Visit the Clerk of Circuit Court at the Calumet County Courthouse during business hours. Bring the case number if you have it; the staff can also search by party name. You can request either:
- Uncertified copies — standard photocopies of court documents, suitable for personal reference
- Certified copies — copies bearing the clerk's seal and signature, often required for legal proceedings, background checks, or filings in another court
By mail
Send a written request to the Clerk of Circuit Court at the address above. Include:
- The case number or full names of the parties
- A description of the document(s) you need
- Whether you need certified or uncertified copies
- A return address and payment (check or money order payable to the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court)
The Calumet County legal resources page at the Wisconsin State Law Library provides additional links to court procedures, including information on expunging court records.
Restricted records
Certain records are not publicly accessible, including most juvenile proceedings, guardianship records involving protected individuals, sealed cases, and records subject to a court confidentiality order. If you're unsure whether a record is available, ask the clerk before submitting payment.
Calumet Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record copies in Wisconsin are set by statute (Wis. Stat. § 814.61). The following table reflects standard fees charged by the Clerk of Circuit Court. Contact the clerk's office to confirm current amounts before sending payment by mail.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (per page) | $1.25 |
| Certification fee (per document) | $5.00 |
| Court record search (per name) | $5.00 |
| Exemplified copy (with double certification) | $10.00 |
| Printed copy from CCAP public terminal (per page) | $0.25 |
Payment methods
- In person: Cash, check, or money order. Some clerk offices accept credit or debit cards — confirm with the Calumet County clerk before your visit.
- By mail: Check or money order payable to the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court.
Criminal background checks
If you need a statewide criminal history rather than a single case record, the Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS) operated by the Department of Justice provides name-based criminal background searches for a separate fee. This is a different service from requesting court documents through the clerk's office.