Pierce County
Pierce County was created in 1853 and named for Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of America. Its total area spans 592 square miles and has a population of more than 40,000 people. Its largest city is River Falls, and its county seat is Ellsworth.
A Circuit Court and two Municipal Courts make up its legal court system. The Circuit Court which is in Ellsworth, decides all major cases concerning the jurisdiction assigned to it. It hears civil disputes between persons and organizations, small claims matters, and legal separation cases. It also issues restraining orders, handles traffic tickets, and collects related fines. The Municipal Courts manage the following types of cases:
- Misdemeanors
- Traffic Infractions
- Non-moving infractions
- Ordinance Violations
- Truancies
- Petty Theft
Court records are maintained and handled by the Office of the Clerk of Courts/Circuit Court Clerk. Court records are either traditionally filed in a paper form or scanned into electronic copies for easier access. They are official documents created and maintained by the clerk during court proceedings. They contain docket sheets, exhibits, and transcripts of the type of case adjudicated in the court. Records that are non-sealed and free for the public to view include:
- Small Claims Court Records
- Criminal Court Records
- Traffic Court Records
- Civil Court Records
- Land Court Records
If you are searching court records in Pierce County, you can visit the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access Website to retrieve information about cases. The website enables you to view court records free of charge. Likewise, the office of the clerk of courts houses many of these records. They are carefully stored in the courthouse for easy identification and proper management. You may utilize the public access terminals at the office of the Clerk of Courts to view records in person. To view docket sheets, log into the WCCA webpage or search the case by party name or case number. Then, when you find the particular case you are searching for, you will be able to view the list of all the filings and proceedings in the case.