Juneau County

Juneau County is located in central Wisconsin, including approximately 804 square miles of diverse scene including rolling farmland, wetlands, and the scenic Wisconsin River corridor. Juneau County seat is Mauston, a city of approximately 27,000 residents situated along Highway 82. Juneau County was established in 1856 and named after Solomon Juneau, the founder of Milwaukee and a prominent fur trader. As of recent census estimates, Juneau County's population hovers around 27,000 residents spread across communities including New Lisbon, Elroy, Necedah, Wonewoc, and Camp Douglas. Juneau County is home to several notable landmarks including Castle Rock Lake, one of Wisconsin's largest flowages, and the historic 400 State Trail that follows the former Chicago & North Western Railway route. Juneau County also hosts portions of the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, a critical habitfor endangered whooping cranes. Juneau County's economy historically centered on agriculture and manufacturing, with tourism playing an increasing role due to recreational opportunities on Juneau County's waterways. Juneau County Courthouse is located at 220 East State Street in Mauston, housing the County Clerk's office. The Register of Deeds office maintains land records at the same location, while the County Assessor's office handles property valuations. Juneau County government operates under Wisconsin's county board structure with elected supervisors representing districts throughout Juneau County.

• The Register of Deeds office maintains land records at the same location, while the Municipal Assessor's office handles property valuations.

The Juneau County Court serves Juneau County and is located at 220 East State Street in Mauston. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for the area. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Wisconsin online court portal.

Juneau County Wisconsin court jurisdiction is located in Mauston, Wisconsin. The address is 220 East State Street, Mauston, WI 53948. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including felonies, misdemeanors, traffic violations, small claims, and probate matters.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Citizens may submit written requests to the appropriate law enforcement agency for incident reports, arrest logs, and booking information, though certain investigatory records may be exempt during active investigations.
• Mugshots and booking photographs are generally considered public records in Wisconsin and can be requested through the Sheriff's Office, though policies on digital access vary by agency.
• Fees for copying records are limited by statute to actual, necessary, and direct costs.
• Response times for records requests typically range from several days to two weeks depending on the complexity and volume of materials requested.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Wisconsin allows for the posting of bail to secure the release of an inmate, with specific procedures outlined by Juneau County jail.

• Copies of court documents can be obtained from the Clerk of Circuit Court with fees set by statute at $1.25 per page for standard copying.
• Certified copies of judgments, orders, and other official court documents require an additional certification fee.
• The Register in Probate, a function of the Clerk of Circuit Court, maintains estate files, guardianship proceedings, and mental health commitments.

• The Register of Deeds office provides an online land records search system accessible through Juneau County website, allowing users to search by grantor/grantee name, document type, parcel number, and date range.
• Document images can typically be viewed and printed for a per-page fee, with certified copies available upon request.
• Fees for certified copies of recorded documents are established by Wisconsin statute at $5.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• The fee for a certified birth or death certificate is $20.00, with additional copies of the same record ordered simultaneously costing $3.00 each.
• Processing time for mail requests typically ranges from two to four weeks, while in-person requests at Juneau County office may be fulfilled the same day if records are readily available.
• Eligible requesters include the registrant, immediate family members, legal representatives, and others with property or personal rights dependent on the record.
• The marriage license fee is established by state law, and there is a six-day waiting period after issuance before the ceremony can be performed.
• Divorce records are maintained as part of circuit court case files and can be accessed through the Clerk of Circuit Court.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The state maintains a free online business entity search database at www.wdfi.org/apps/CorpSearch where users can look up registered businesses, view formation dates, registered agents, and current status.
• Juneau County Planning and Zoning office can be contacted through the office’s website. Sales tax certificates and employer identification numbers are processed through the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.