Court records of Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, are available through several channels. OzaukeeCourt.us allows you to find public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through the official Wisconsin case search system, the office of the Clerk of Circuit Court, and public terminals in the courthouse.
Ozaukee Court System & Jurisdictions
In Wisconsin, there are no separate district or magistrate courts in the traditional sense. Instead, each county is served by a Circuit Court — a court of general jurisdiction. The Ozaukee County Circuit Court handles all categories of cases at the county level.
Here is what falls under this court:
- Criminal cases — from felonies to misdemeanors
- Civil lawsuits — disputes over contracts, damages, debt collection
- Small Claims — civil disputes up to $10,000
- Family law — divorce, child custody, alimony, protective orders
- Probate cases — estate management, guardianship, mental health
- Traffic violations and municipal ordinance violations
Circuit Court judges and the list of case types can be viewed on the Ozaukee County Legal Resources page of the Wisconsin State Law Library. Appeals from the Circuit Court are directed to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, and then to the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
The Office of the Clerk of Circuit Court maintains all case materials and provides access to public records.
Ozaukee Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The schedule of court hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week is available through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) system. Go to the Wisconsin Court System case search page, select Ozaukee County, and use the date filter to see scheduled hearings.
What you need to know:
- Open WCCA and enter the party's last name or case number.
- The case card displays upcoming hearing dates, the judge's name, and the courtroom.
- For a general view of a specific judge's calendar, contact the clerk's office directly at (262) 238-8409.
The schedule may change — a case may be rescheduled at the last minute. If you are a party to the case, confirm the time and date with the clerk before visiting the court.
How to Get a Copy of a Ozaukee Court Document
The method of obtaining a copy depends on whether you need a regular or certified copy. A certified copy bears the clerk's seal and has legal force; a regular copy is suitable for review.
Online. Some documents can be viewed for free through WCCA on the Access Court Records page. Confidential case categories (such as juvenile cases, certain family cases) are not displayed through this system.
In person. Visit the Clerk of Circuit Court office at the Justice Center. You will need the case number or sufficient identification data for the search.
By mail, fax, or email. Send a record request by one of the following methods:
- Phone: 262-284-8420
- Fax: 262-284-8491
- Mail:
In the request, include the full name of the party, case number (if known), type of document, and whether a certified copy is needed. Payment is usually required before sending the documents.
Electronic filing of new cases and documents to existing cases is possible through the Wisconsin courts' eFiling system.
Ozaukee Court Records Fees & Payment
The fees for court records in Wisconsin are set according to Wis. Stat. § 814.61. Below are the approximate rates applicable to the Circuit Court:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Search in court records (by name) | $5.00 |
| Regular copy (per page) | $1.25 |
| Document certification fee | $5.00 |
| Microfilm/microfiche copy (per page) | $2.00 |
| Criminal history check via WORCS | $7.00 per request |
Fees for criminal history checks via WORCS are charged by the Wisconsin Department of Justice and paid online separately from the clerk's fees.
The clerk's office accepts payment in person. Confirm acceptable payment methods (cash, check, money order) when submitting a request — not all offices accept credit cards for small transactions. Specific amounts may change, so it is advisable to call the clerk's office at (262) 238-8409 to confirm the current rate before ordering.