Richland County Circuit Court

Richland County Circuit Court cases in Richland County, Richland Center, WI

Richland County Circuit Court in Richland Center, WI, is a Wisconsin circuit court-the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. It exercises countywide jurisdiction over most state-law matters, conducting arraignments, motions, trials (jury and bench), and sentencings. Common case types include felony and misdemeanor criminal matters; civil actions and small claims; family cases (divorce, paternity, custody, child support); juvenile delinquency and child-protection; probate, estate, and guardianship; traffic and other forfeiture/ordinance violations; restraining orders; and mental health/commitment proceedings.

Richland County Circuit Court Contact and Location Information

Services and Case Types Handled in Richland County Circuit Court

Richland County Circuit Court serves as the county's trial court of general jurisdiction. Key services include:
- Case filings and docket management for criminal (felonies/misdemeanors) and civil (torts, contracts, real property), and, as authorized by state law, small claims, traffic/ordinance, juvenile, and family matters.
- Protective-order processes: accepts petitions for restraining/protective orders (e.g., harassment or domestic-abuse), schedules hearings, and issues orders when warranted.
- Court hearings: schedules and conducts arraignments, motion hearings, trials (bench and jury), sentencings, and case management conferences; publishes calendars.
- Jury services: juror qualification and summons, deferrals, orientation, call-in/reporting, and juror payment.
- Records and public access: maintains case files and dockets; provides certified copies and online/public record access per law.
- Financial services: collects filing fees, fines, costs, and restitution.
- Public assistance: forms, filing instructions, interpreters, ADA accommodations, and referrals to mediation or self-help resources.