Green County

Green County is located in south-central Wisconsin, bordering the state of Illinois to the south. Green County seat is Monroe, situated at 1016 16th Avenue, which is the primary center for county government operations. Established in 1836, Green County includes approximately 584 square miles and has a population of around 37,000 residents according to recent census estimates. Green County is named after General Nathanael Greene, a Revolutionary War hero. Green County is renowned for its rich Swiss heritage, particularly evident in the village of New Glarus, which attracts tourists with its authentic Swiss architecture, festivals, and cheese-making traditions. Green County is predominantly agricultural, known for dairy farming and as the only place in the United States where traditional Swiss cheese is still made using copper vats. The Sugar River Trail, a 23-mile recreational path, runs through Green County offering hiking and biking opportunities. Major communities include Monroe, Brodhead, New Glarus, Belleville, and Albany. Green County Courthouse, located at 1016 16th Avenue in Monroe, houses key offices including the County Clerk (Room 5), Register of Deeds (Room 7), and County Treasurer. Green County Justice Center at 2841 6th Street in Monroe is the law enforcement hub. The topography features rolling hills, fertile farmland, and the scenic Sugar River watershed, making it a distinctive blend of agricultural productivity and natural beauty in Wisconsin's southwest region.

• Green County Courthouse, located at 1016 16th Avenue in Monroe, houses key offices including the County Clerk (Room 5), Register of Deeds (Room 7), and County Treasurer.

Sheriff & Law Enforcement

Green County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement across the unincorporated areas of Green County. It manages Green County Jail, processes arrests, and maintains criminal records. The office also provides community programs such as crime prevention and educational outreach.

Police Departments

In addition to Green County Sheriff's Office, several municipal police departments operate within Green County. These include the Monroe Police Department, Brodhead Police Department, and New Glarus Police Department. Each department is responsible for law enforcement within its respective city limits, handling local crimes and traffic enforcement. Coordination between these agencies and the Sheriff's Office occurs for major crimes and county-wide initiatives, making sure of full law enforcement coverage.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

Green County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, WI 53566, provides primary law enforcement services throughout Green County. The facility houses Green County Jail, which provides inmate information through an online roster accessible on the Sheriff's website, typically listing current inmates, booking dates, charges, and bond amounts. Citizens can also call the jail directly for inmate information during business hours.

• Under Wisconsin Statutes § 19.32-19.39, the state's public records law, citizens have the right to request arrest records, incident reports, and booking logs from these agencies.
• Requests should be submitted in writing to the specific law enforcement agency that created the record, though some records may be withheld if they pertain to ongoing investigations.
• Mugshots and booking photos are generally considered public records in Wisconsin and are often available through the Sheriff's Office jail roster or by formal public records request.
• Processing fees may apply for copies, typically charged at the actual cost of duplication.

Criminal Records

Criminal records in Green County, WI are maintained by local law enforcement agencies and the court system. Background checks are typically obtained through state-level repositories or authorized vendors. For an authoritative source, see image of criminal background check form.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Green County, WI are public under most state public-records laws unless sealed or expunged by a court. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

Jail & Inmate Records

The Green County jail is operated by the County Sheriff's Office and houses pretrial detainees and short-sentence inmates. Inmate locator tools allow public searches by name or booking number.

• Look up current inmates and booking information at Green County WI Jail Inmate Records Search, Wisconsin - StateCourts.
• Sheriff's Office: Sheriff | Green County, WI.
• The bond and bail process allows release of detainees under conditions set by the court; inquiries about recently arrested individuals can be directed to the jail's administrative office.

Green County Circuit Court, located at Green County Courthouse, 1016 16th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566, is the trial court of general jurisdiction for Green County. The court can be reached through the office handles civil, criminal, family, probate, small claims, traffic, and juvenile matters. Wisconsin Circuit Courts operate under the unified state court system. The Clerk of Circuit Court maintains all case records and provides public access under Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Chapter 70, which governs public access to court records.

• Certified copies of court documents cost $5.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page, payable by cash, check, or money order.

Green County Register of Deeds, located in Room 7 of Green County Courthouse at 1016 16th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566, maintains all land and property records for Green County. The office can be reached through the office operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Register of Deeds records and indexes documents including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, satisfaction of mortgages, liens, easements, land contracts, plat maps, and various other instruments affecting real property title.

• Recording fees vary by document type but generally cost $30.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page.
• The GIS system provides parcel boundaries, ownership information, assessed values, tax amounts, and property characteristics.
• Certified copies of recorded documents are available for $5.00 for the first page plus $2.00 per additional page.
• The Register of Deeds also maintains vital records recorded prior to October 1, 1907, including birth, death, and marriage records.
• All recording and access procedures follow Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 59.43 governing registers of deeds.

Birth and death certificates in Green County, Wisconsin are maintained by Green County Register of Deeds for records prior to October 1, 1907, and by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Vital Records Office for records after that date. For recent vital records (within the past 100 years for deaths, 125 years for births), requests should be directed to Wisconsin Vital Records, PO Box 309, Madison, WI 53701-0309, or by calling. The state offers online ordering through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with fees of $20.00 per certified copy plus processing and shipping fees.

• Processing time is typically 2-3 weeks for mail requests and 3-5 business days for expedited online orders.
• Death certificates are more accessible but still require requestors to demonstrate a direct and tangible interest.
• The marriage license fee is $110.00, reduced to $60.00 if both applicants complete a premarital preparation program.
• Divorce records (certified copies of divorce decrees) are obtained from the Clerk of Circuit Court for $5.00 for the first page plus $2.00 for additional pages.

Business registration and licensing in Green County involves multiple levels of government. Green County Clerk's Office at handles certain local business filings and can provide information about county-level requirements.

• The Zoning Office, located at 2841 6th Street, Monroe, provides information on land use permits, conditional use permits, and zoning compliance.
• Annual reports for corporations and LLCs must be filed with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions with fees typically $25 annually.

Explore public records for 16 cities and communities in Green County, Wisconsin.

Green County's economy is fundamentally rooted in agriculture, particularly dairy farming and specialty cheese production. Green County is internationally recognized for authentic Swiss cheese manufacturing, with companies like Emmi Roth USA operating significant facilities in Green County. Agriculture contributes substantially to the local economy, with over 1,000 farms covering approximately 80% of Green County's land area, generating hundreds of millions in agricultural product sales annually.

• Census estimates, Green County's median household income is approximately $64,000, slightly below the Wisconsin state median.

Elections in Green County, Wisconsin are administered by Green County Clerk's Office, located in Room 5 of Green County Courthouse, 1016 16th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566. Green County Clerk is the chief election official and can be contacted through the office’s website. Election information is available at www.greencountywi.gov. Voter registration in Wisconsin can be completed online at https://myvote.wi.gov, the state's full election portal, up to 20 days before any election. Wisconsin also offers in-person registration at the polls on Election Day with proper proof of residence. Eligible voters must be U.S.

• Absentee voting is available to any registered Wisconsin voter without requiring an excuse.
• Absentee ballot requests must be received by 5:00 PM on the Thursday before the election.
• Citizens can request copies of election materials, precinct-level results, poll books, and other election records by submitting public records requests to Green County Clerk under Wisconsin's open records law.