Records
Washburn County Circuit Court records are available to view in the Washburn County Clerk of Courts Office or at the Wisconsin Circuit Courts website. Unless sealed by the court or considered confidential by law, circuit court files are open to public inspection. Records can be viewed during the normal business hours. Older circuit court cases are stored in an off-site location and can be obtained by contacting the Washburn County Clerk of Courts Office.
Records Requests
Copies of court case documents can be obtained by paying the statutory copy fee of $1.25 per page pursuant to 814.61(10) Wis. Stats. Requests may be made by: Call 715.468.4677 to make payment arrangements. Fax a request to 715.468.4678 Email [email protected] or [email protected] Mail your request to: Washburn County Clerk of Circuit Court, PO Box 339, Shell Lake WI 54871. A self addressed stamped envelope for the return of requested documents is required. In person. Certified documents require an additional $5.00 fee pursuant to 814.61(5)(a) Wis. Stats.
Records Searches
Pursuant to 814.61(11) Wis. Stats. a $5.00 search fee is charged for searching files or records to locate any one action when the person requesting the search does not furnish the case number of the action, or to ascertain the existence or non-existence of any instrument or record in the custody of the Clerk of Circuit Court.
We cannot provide you with legal advice, however if you have general questions, please contact the Clerk of Courts Office via email at [email protected] or by phone at 715-468-4677.
Self Help
The Wisconsin Court System has a “Self-Help Center” website. This website is intended to assist you with court related questions and information.
Pay Fines/Fees Online
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Related Judicial Personnel
Circuit Court Judge
Angeline E. Winton
Circuit Court
Judicial Assistant
Jeanne Harz
Circuit Court
Court Reporter
Cathy Colbert
Circuit Court
Probate Registrar/Juvenile Clerk
Shannon Anderson
Circuit Court
Information
Helpful Links
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- Washburn County Court Rules (pdf)
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Court Resources
US Bankruptcy Court – Western District
Website
Deputy Clerk – Eau Claire Division
500 S Barstow St
Eau Claire WI 54702
Phone: (715) 839-2980
Voice Case Information System: (800) 743-8247
Wisconsin Court of Appeals
Website
Clerk of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals
110 East Main Street, Suite 215
P.O. Box 1688 Madison, WI 53701-1688
Phone: (608) 266-1880
Fax: (608) 267-0640
Access Court Cases and Calendars
For case search:
Click on Case Search > Circuit Court > I agree > Enter information per screen instructions > Search.
For calendar search:
Click on Case Search > Circuit Court > I agree > Select Calendar tab on top > Court > Enter requested information.
Zoom Appearance Information
Some court hearings may be conducted remotely. A remote hearing is when some or all of the people participate by video or by phone instead of in person. The information below may help you prepare for a remote hearing. Counsel and parties are required to file a Request to Appear Remotely and a Proposed Order on Request to Appear Remotely for the Court’s consideration.