Price County Circuit Court

Price County Circuit Court cases in Price County, Phillips, WI

Price County Circuit Court in Phillips, Wisconsin, is a circuit court-the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. It hears cases arising in Price County, including felony and misdemeanor criminal matters; civil actions of all amounts; small claims; family law (divorce, paternity, custody, child support); juvenile matters; probate and guardianship; mental health commitments; traffic and operating-while-intoxicated cases; and county or municipal ordinance violations. The court conducts jury and bench trials, issues warrants and protective orders, and manages cases from filing through judgment and post-judgment proceedings. Its decisions are subject to review by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals.

Price County Circuit Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Price County Circuit Court

Price County Circuit Court is the county's trial court of general jurisdiction serving the public by:
- Accepting and maintaining case filings: criminal (felony/misdemeanor), civil, small claims, traffic/ordinance, family (divorce, paternity, child custody/support), probate/estate, guardianship, juvenile (delinquency/CHIPS), and mental health/commitment.
- Scheduling and conducting court hearings, conferences, and trials; managing calendars and notices.
- Issuing and hearing protective orders, including temporary restraining orders and injunctions for domestic abuse, harassment, child abuse, and individuals at risk.
- Providing jury services: summons, qualification, reporting instructions, excusals/deferrals, and juror payment.
- Managing records: public access to case information, certified copies, and exhibits.
- Processing fines, fees, restitution, bonds, and payment plans.
- Supporting eFiling, forms, interpreters, and ADA accommodations.