MARATHON COUNTY PUBLIC RECORDS

What are Marathon County Public Records?

Marathon County public records include information generated by a public office, agency, board, council, committee, department, elective official, or commission, that public officers create, store, or preserve in written, printed, visual, or electronic forms. Per the Wisconsin Public Records Law, these records may be printed, handwritten or typed pages, charts, maps, journals, pamphlets, memos, films, recordings, photographs, tapes, discs, or other storage forms.

Although the law permits record custodians to make public records available to requesters, the law also prohibits some from public view. Such records include:

• Trade secrets
• Documents containing details on law enforcement informants
• Employees personnel records
• Financial identifying information such as account numbers, credit and debit card numbers, and checking account numbers
• Plans for a government-owned state building
• Contractors records
• Law enforcement officers records
• The identities of candidates for a public position

Marathon County Crime Statistics

The Wisconsin Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program collates crime statistics from all law enforcement agencies in Marathon County and makes this data available online. The 2020 crime data shows that Marathon county reported 1,174 property crimes, including 871 larceny thefts, 186 burglaries, 93 motor vehicle thefts, 19 robberies, and 5 arsons. There were also 283 violent crimes, including 229 aggravated assaults, 53 rapes, and 1 homicide.

Figures from 2016 show 155 violent crimes with specifics such as 112 aggravated assaults, 42 rapes, and 1 homicide. The record shows property crimes for the same period as 1,632, including 1,404 larceny thefts, 137 burglaries, 61 motor vehicle thefts, 27 robberies, and 3 arsons.

In the 5-year period, property crimes reduced by 28%, and violent crimes increased by 83%. Despite the increase in violent crimes, the overall crime level in the county fell by 18.5%.

Are Marathon County Criminal Records Public?

According to the Wisconsin Public Record Law, criminal records are available to the public. Marathon County criminal records are accessible using the Wisconsin Online Record Check System (WORCS). The website allows users to anonymously obtain criminal records using the public access feature. Also, authorized users can create accounts to access more features such as updating, editing, or creating a billing account. There is a $7.00 charge to use this service and an additional $5.00 processing charge for mail requests. Searchers should have the full name, date of birth, gender, and race to obtain desired records.

It is also possible to access Marathon County criminal records by phone or in person from the Wisconsin Crime Information Bureau. Interested parties can call the Bureau on (608) 266-5764 or submit a written request at:

Crime Information Bureau
Record Check Unit
P.O. Box 2688
Madison, WI 53701-2688

How to Obtain Marathon County Police Reports and Arrest Records?

Marathon County police reports and arrest records are public records available to any requester. The Marathon County Sheriff's Department produces and maintains these records, and issues copies to requesters. Interested parties can fill out the Marathon County Sheriff's Department Public Record Request webform. The requester should have information, such as the case number, full name, address, incident information, and the type of record requested. Each person should also include their email address and note that varying fees apply depending on the record delivery method.

In addition, parties can request Marathon County arrest records and police reports by calling (715) 261-1200, sending a fax message to (715) 261-1221, or walking into the Sheriff's Department during regular business hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the following location:

Marathon County Sheriff’s Department
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Marathon County

Anyone can find information on Marathon County sex offenders through the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Sex Offender Registry. The database contains details of persons convicted, incarcerated, or under supervision for sexual crimes since December 25th, 1993.

The registry allows for a name or geographical search. Each requester may provide the sex offender’s full name for the name search, or street, city, and zip code information for the geographical search. Record seekers can also restrict searches to Marathon County using the county drop-down menu. Information available on the public registry includes the full name of each sex offender, demographic details, photograph, length of registration, compliance status, and sexual offense committed.

Residents may also register using the Community Notification System to receive notifications when a sex offender takes up residence in or around an area of interest.

How to Find Marathon County Inmate Records

Parties interested in obtaining current records of inmates incarcerated in the Marathon County Jail can use the Inmate Roster from the Sheriff’s Department. Online records contain each inmate’s name, age, height, gender, race, date of arrest, charge, and booking agency. Information on the facility remanding the inmate is also available. Alternatively, interested individuals can contact the Sheriff's Department using the details below:

Marathon County Sheriff’s Department
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-1200
Fax: (715) 261-1221

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Marathon County Jail?

The Marathon County Sheriff's Department grants visitation privileges to family and friends of inmates in the county jail. Visitation is by video call on-site at the county jail or off-site at the visitor's location. Parties can schedule online visitations by calling (715) 261-1700 (Line 1) or visiting the county jail’s visitation terminal. To schedule off-site visits, interested persons should use the facility’s visitation vendor. All visitors must schedule visits not later than 24 hours in advance. The visitation schedule is as follows:

On-Site

• Saturdays and Sundays 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
• Monday to Friday - 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Off-Site

Visitation times from the visitors preferred location is:

• Sunday to Saturdays - 9:00 AM - 10:40 AM
  11:45 AM - 4:45 PM
  6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Attorneys and clergy can also conduct professional visitation with an inmate on a first-come, first-served basis. Each professional visitor should provide an identifying document and should be pre-approved by the county jail administration. The visitation schedule for professionals is as follows:

• Attorney and Probation - Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 10:50 AM
  1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Clergy - Wednesdays and Fridays - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Tuesdays and Thursdays - 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Regardless of the visitor's preferred visitation choice, all persons must comply with the following:

• Not more than three people can visit at a time
• Visitors under 18 should be with a parent or guardian throughout the visitation period
• Persons released from the Marathon County jail cannot visit within two months of release.

Marathon County Court Records

Court records provide evidence of arguments, sworn testimony, attestation, and proceedings taken under oath. Marathon County court records include probate, juvenile, mental health, domestic relations, civil, and criminal court records.

The Marathon County Circuit Court presides over all juvenile, civil, criminal, mental health, and domestic relations cases, including felonies, divorces, wills and estates, guardianships and conservatorships, landlord/tenant disputes, small claims, and misdemeanors. The various Municipal Courts handle most ordinance violation cases, such as traffic violations, truancy, drug offenses, alcohol, and drug violations. Typically, Marathon County residents can find court records in the courthouse that heard the case. The following are Marathon County court locations:

Marathon County Circuit Court
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-1300
Fax: (715) 261-1319

City of Mosinee Municipal Court
255 Main Street
Mosinee, WI 54455
Phone: (715) 693-2275
Fax: (715) 693-1324

City of Wausau Municipal Court
407 Grant Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-6650
Fax: (715) 261-6626

Everest Metro Municipal Court
5301 Mesker Street
Weston, WI 54476
Phone: (715) 359-3333
Fax: (715) 241-7604

Village of Kronenwetter Municipal Court
1582 Kronenwetter Drive
Kronenwetter, WI 54455
Phone: (715) 693-4219
Fax: (715) 693-4228

Village of Rothschild Municipal Court
211 Grand Avenue
Rothschild, WI 54474
Phone: (715) 298-3215
Fax: (715) 693-4228

Are Marathon County Court Records Public?

Most Marathon County court records are public records readily available to anyone who makes an official request. Nonetheless, the Wisconsin Public Records Law mandates the exclusion of certain court records from the public. Examples include:

• Juvenile court records
• Mental health records
• Custody evaluation
• Adoption records
• Sealed or confidential court records
• Crime victims’ personal information

How to Obtain Marathon County Civil Court Case Records

Marathon County civil court case records are available at the Marathon County Clerk of Courts Office. Interested parties can visit during office hours on Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at:

Marathon County Clerk of Court
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-1310

Searchers can also access Marathon County civil court case records online via the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA). The website offers simple, advanced, judgment case search options. In addition, parties may use the attorney, court, and law enforcement calendar searches.

To obtain the desired case file, interested persons should provide details such as a full name or business name, date of birth, case number, attorney type, citation number, court official, issuing agency, case type, and judgment date. Applicable fees apply, and may vary depending on the record requested. All persons can make WCCA payments using electronic checks or cards from Visa or MasterCard.

How to Obtain Marathon County Criminal Court Records

Residents can obtain Marathon County criminal court records from the Clerk of Court’s Office. Interested persons should present written requests that describe the desired record, and include names, dates, charge details, court events, final judgment, and other related information. All persons should submit requests to:

Marathon County Clerk of Court
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-1310

Record seekers can also view Marathon County criminal records online and request copies of the record. Online Marathon County criminal records are available through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access. To view the document, searchers should provide specific case details, such as name, case number, case type, case status, attorney type, filing type, citation number, and issuing agency. Parties can also limit search results to Marathon County court records.

What are Marathon County Vital Records?

Marathon County vital records are records of life milestones kept by government agencies, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. To access Marathon County vital records, the requester must be eligible and have a direct and tangible interest in the record. Record seekers can obtain certified copies of marriage, birth, death, and divorce records from the Marathon County Register of Deeds Office and the Wisconsin Department of Health Vital Records Office.

Where and How to Obtain Marathon County Divorce Records

Marathon County divorce decrees are obtainable from the county Clerk of Court’s Office. Only the divorcing couple and their attorneys can obtain certified copies of the divorce decree. Eligible persons can submit requests to the address below:

Marathon County Clerk of Court
Marathon County Courthouse
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403
Phone: (715) 261-1310

Divorce certificates contain specific details about the divorced couple, such as full names, dates of birth, and the county that issued the divorce decree. Parties interested in ordering a Marathon County divorce certificate can get it in person or via mail from the Register of Deeds Office on Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Requesters must submit a valid photo ID and a $20.00 fee.

To request by mail, each person should complete the Divorce Certificate Application form. Parties can mail the form, a photocopy of an expired ID, fees payable by money order or cashier’s check, and a self-addressed and stamped envelope, to the Register of Deeds Office. Requests should be submitted to:

Marathon County Register of Deeds
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403-5568
Phone: (715) 261-1470

Where and How to Get Public Marathon County Marriage Records

The Marathon County Register of Deeds issues certified copies of marriage certificates to parties with an identifiable interest in the record, such as the couple, parents, siblings, children, grandparents, legal custodians, or guardians. Anyone else can obtain an uncertified copy. Record seekers can obtain the certificate via mail, or across the counter at the Register of Deeds Office. The office charges $20.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional copy requested. Parties can pay with cashier’s checks and money orders.

Persons requesting Marathon County marriage records via mail can complete the marriage certificate application, providing information such as the couple's full name, date of marriage, and marriage location. A complete application includes the form, fees, a valid government photo ID, and a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope.

Persons who prefer in-person requests can visit the Register of Deeds Office from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Monday through Friday. In-person requesters should provide valid photo identification and may make cash payments. All requests should be submitted to:

Marathon County Register of Deeds
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403-5568

Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Marathon County

Marathon County authorities do not conduct confidential marriages. Consequently, the county Register of Deeds Office does not maintain or issue confidential marriage records.

Where and How to Find Marathon County Birth Records

Only authorized persons can obtain certified copies of a birth record in Wisconsin. Authorized persons include:

• The holder of the birth record
• The parents
• Siblings of the birth record holder
• Current spouse
• The grandparents
• Current domestic partner
• A legal custodian or guardian to the individual named on the birth certificate
• A representative authorized by the record holder

All other persons may obtain uncertified copies. Record seekers may purchase certificates by mailing requests or visiting the Registry of Deeds Office. Each requester should provide the $20.00 fee for the first copy along with a valid photo ID.

Interested persons can complete the Birth Certificate Application to order by mail, or visit the Register of Deeds Office from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays to order in person. The office accepts payments via money orders and cashier’s checks. The address for in-person and mail requests is:

Marathon County Register of Deeds
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403-5568

Where and How to Find Marathon County Death Records

Certified copies of Marathon County death records are obtainable from the Register of Deeds Office by immediate family members of the decedent or persons with a legal relationship to the deceased. Other interested persons can obtain Marathon County death certificates as uncertified copies. Eligible requesters can purchase the record by mail or in person. The Register of Deeds charges $20.00 for the first copy of the certificate and subsequent copies at $3.00 for the same record. The office accepts payment by money orders or cashier's checks only.

Persons requesting a death certificate by mail or in-person can provide the necessary information on the Death Certificate Application form. Parties opting for in-person requests, can visit the Register of Deeds Office on Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with an unexpired government-issued ID, and the fees at:

Marathon County Register of Deeds
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403-5568

Parties who prefer to mail the request should include a photocopy of the requester's ID, a self-addressed and stamped envelope, the fees with the completed application form, and mail the request to:

Marathon County Register of Deeds
500 Forest Street
Wausau, WI 54403-5568

All parties seeking certified copies of a vital record should have an unexpired identifiable document issued by the government. The Register of Deeds accepts the following forms of identification:

• State-issued driver’s license or ID
• A picture ID issued by the US government
• The US or foreign passport
• Military ID
• Tribal ID

Individuals who do not possess any of the approved forms of identification may provide any two of the following:

• A signed, current, and dated lease agreement
• Earnings or bank statement
• Traffic ticket
• Health insurance card
• Utility bill
• Vehicle registration or title