Criminal records in Calumet County, Wisconsin, can be accessed through several channels, including online tools, official court systems, law enforcement agencies, and the Clerk of Circuit Court's office. CalumetCourt.us can help find publicly available criminal case information. The Wisconsin Circuit Court Access system, the Wisconsin Department of Justice, and the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court each provide additional ways to search for or request criminal records.
How to Search Criminal Records in Calumet County
Several methods are available for searching criminal records in Calumet County. The approach you choose depends on what information you already have and whether you need official documentation or just case details.
Online Search Options
- CalumetCourt.us — Search for publicly available court record information related to Calumet County criminal cases.
- Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) — The state's official public portal, maintained by the Consolidated Court Automation Programs (CCAP), lets you search circuit court records across all 72 Wisconsin counties, including Calumet County. You can search by name, case number, or date of birth.
- Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS) — Operated by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, this tool provides statewide criminal history background checks based on name and date of birth. Results draw from the state criminal history repository, not just court filings.
- Wisconsin DOC Inmate and Offender Search — Use this to locate individuals currently in state prison or under community supervision through the Department of Corrections.
In Person
Visit the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court office at the courthouse in Chilton. Public access terminals may be available for searching CCAP records on-site. Staff can assist with locating case files and ordering copies.
By Mail or Written Request
Submit a written request to the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court specifying the individual's full name, date of birth (if known), and case number (if available). Under Wisconsin's open records law (Wis. Stat. § 19.31–19.39), the public generally has a right to inspect court records, though certain records may be restricted. You can also submit requests to local law enforcement — for example, police reports in Chilton can be requested from the Chilton Police Department in person, by email, or by mail. Reports referred to the Calumet County District Attorney's Office for criminal charges must be obtained from that office.
What You Need to Begin a Search
- Full legal name of the individual
- Date of birth (strongly recommended)
- Case number (if searching a specific case)
- County where the case was filed (Calumet County uses the county code "08" in WCCA)
Search Calumet County Criminal Cases by Case Number
Wisconsin circuit court case numbers follow a standardized format that tells you the county, year, case type, and sequence number. For Calumet County, a criminal case number looks like this:
2024CF000123
- 2024 — The year the case was filed
- CF — The case type code. "CF" stands for criminal felony. Other common codes include:
- CM — Criminal misdemeanor
- CT — Criminal traffic
- FO — Forfeiture
- TR — Traffic
- 000123 — The sequential filing number assigned by the clerk's office
When searching WCCA by case number, enter the full case number including the year and type code. If you only have a partial number, try searching by the individual's name instead and then filtering by Calumet County.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Calumet County
Charges
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Statute Code | Wisconsin Statutes section cited (e.g., Wis. Stat. § 943.10 for burglary) |
| Severity | Felony (Classes A–I), Misdemeanor (Classes A–C), or Forfeiture/Infraction |
| Charge Description | Plain-language description of the offense as filed |
| Amended Charges | Charges may be amended by the District Attorney through plea negotiations or based on new evidence |
| Charge Modifiers | Repeater, domestic abuse, use of a dangerous weapon, or other enhancers |
Case Status
- Open/Pending — Case is active and awaiting resolution
- Active Warrant — A warrant has been issued but not yet served
- Disposed/Closed — The case has reached a final outcome (conviction, dismissal, acquittal, etc.)
- Reopened — A previously closed case has been reopened, often due to a probation revocation or new motion
Hearing Types
- Initial Appearance — First court appearance where charges are read and bail is addressed
- Preliminary Hearing — For felonies; the court determines whether probable cause exists
- Arraignment — Defendant enters a plea (guilty, not guilty, no contest)
- Pre-Trial Conference — Attorneys discuss potential resolution, motions, and trial preparation
- Jury/Court Trial — The case is heard and decided
- Sentencing — Court imposes penalties after a conviction or guilty plea
- Review Hearing — Monitors compliance with probation, treatment, or other conditions
Court Results (Dispositions)
- Guilty — Convicted by plea or verdict
- Not Guilty — Acquitted at trial
- Dismissed — Charges dropped by the prosecution or court
- Dismissed on Prosecutor's Motion — Often part of a plea agreement on other counts
- No Contest (Nolo Contendere) — Defendant does not contest the charge; treated as a conviction for sentencing
- Deferred Prosecution — Case is held in abeyance while the defendant completes a program; charges may be dismissed upon completion
- Not Competent to Stand Trial — Proceedings suspended based on competency evaluation
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Calumet County
From the Clerk of Circuit Court
Certified copies of criminal case documents — including judgments of conviction, complaints, and disposition records — are available from the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court. You can request them in person, by mail, or by phone.
Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court
When requesting by mail, include:
- The full case number or the defendant's full name and date of birth
- A description of the specific documents you need
- Payment for applicable fees (check or money order payable to the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court)
- A return address
No specific form is required for most record requests, but clearly identify the records sought. A valid government-issued photo ID may be required for in-person requests, especially for restricted records.
From the Wisconsin Department of Justice
For a statewide criminal background check, submit a request through the Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS). This returns criminal history information from the state repository. You will need the subject's full name and date of birth.
Federal Cases
Calumet County falls within the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, Green Bay Division. Federal criminal case records are available through PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records) at pacer.uscourts.gov.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Calumet County
| Service | Fee | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Uncertified copy of court document | $1.25 per page | Wis. Stat. § 814.61(10)(a) |
| Certified copy of court document | $5.00 per document plus $1.25 per page | Wis. Stat. § 814.61(10)(a) |
| WCCA online case search | Free | CCAP public access policy |
| WORCS criminal background check (name search) | $7.00 per name | Wisconsin DOJ fee schedule |
| WORCS criminal background check (fingerprint) | $12.00 per submission | Wisconsin DOJ fee schedule |
Processing Times
- WCCA online search: Immediate results
- WORCS name-based check: Typically processed within minutes to a few hours for online requests
- Clerk of Circuit Court copy requests (in person): Usually same day, depending on volume
- Clerk of Circuit Court copy requests (by mail): Allow 5–10 business days for processing and return mailing
- WORCS fingerprint-based check: May take several business days
Fees are subject to change. Contact the Calumet County Clerk of Circuit Court or the Wisconsin DOJ directly to confirm current amounts before submitting payment.