Grant County
Grant County is found in Wisconsin's southeastern region and has an estimated population of 51,409. Named for the Grant River, it is bordered by the Mississippi River on the west and the Wisconsin River on the north. Lancaster is its county seat, while its largest municipality is Platteville.
Grant County operates a single-court trial court system, namely, the Grant County Circuit Court. It exercises original jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases, along with probate, juvenile, and traffic suits. Typical cases heard in the Circuit Court include felonies, misdemeanors, general civil claims, and domestic relations cases, such as divorce, child support, and child custody. It also oversees cases involving municipal ordinance violations since no municipal court exists in the county.
Grant County court records are formal documentation of case proceedings in the Circuit Court. These records, in addition to providing important legal insights into past court procedures and processes, also promote transparency and impartiality in future case trials. Court records generally contain various case information, including case docket entries, oral arguments, jury verdicts, and recordings of proceedings. Some common court records generated by Grant County courts are:
- Civil records
- Criminal records
- Probate records
- Juvenile records
- Domestic relations records
The Grant County Clerk of Circuit Court is the authorized custodian of court records in the county. According to the Wisconsin Public Records Law, public institutions, including the courts, are required to permit the public examination or copying of records in their custody upon request. Requesters can look up their desired court records online using the Wisconsin Court System's case search portal. Alternatively, they can also visit the Circuit Court Clerk's Office to personally inspect and request copies of their preferred records after paying the required fees at:
130 West Maple Street
P.O. Box 110
Lancaster, WI 53813
Phone: (608) 723-2752
Fax: (608) 723-7370
