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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Marquette County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Wisconsin state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Marquette County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Marquette County, Wisconsin — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
15,743
Population
Census estimate
6,830
Households
Census estimate
$59,748
Median income
Annual household
$189,500
Median home value
Census ACS
Montello
County seat
In Wisconsin
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
2 sources
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Marquette County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Marquette County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Site help Finding Records - UW-Green Bay |
| Criminal records | Sheriff Sales Wisconsin Online Record Check System |
| Wants & warrants | Marquette County, WI Arrests, Warrants, Police Records Searc… |
| Property records | Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin Marquette County Hub |
| Vital records | Vital Records - Marquette County Wisconsin |
| Voter records | Election Information - Marquette County Wisconsin Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Marquette County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin Document Recording | Marquette County, WI |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Marquette County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Marquette County Records
2026
Marquette County official government portal active
The official Marquette County government website at www.co.marquette.wi.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Marquette County court records portal verified
State court system links for Marquette County verified against the Wisconsin judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Marquette County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Marquette County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Marquette County property records online
Marquette County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Marquette County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Marquette County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Marquette County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Wisconsin statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Wisconsin state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Marquette County Records
❌ Myth: "Marquette County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Marquette County are held by the Wisconsin state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Marquette County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Marquette County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Wisconsin state repository has verified, current Marquette County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Marquette County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Marquette County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.co.marquette.wi.us — Official Marquette County government website
- wcca.wicourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.marquettecountywi.gov — Criminal records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Marquette County & Wisconsin Records
For records not specific to Marquette County, use Wisconsin's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Wisconsin statewide record systems:
- Wisconsin Court Records →
- Wisconsin Criminal Records →
- Wisconsin Property Records →
- Wisconsin Vital Records →
- Wisconsin Voter Records →
- Wisconsin Wants & Warrants →
- Wisconsin Licenses →
- Wisconsin Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Wisconsin statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Marquette County, Wisconsin
Marquette County is located in South Central Wisconsin. The county seat is Montello (official site: http://www.co.marquette.wi.us ).
- Population: 15,743
- Households: 6,830
- Median household income: $59,748
- Median home value: $189,500
- Below poverty line: 10.4%
- Land area: 455.7 sq mi
- Population density: 34.5 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 6
- NCES schools indexed: 9
Gcswebportal Search
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County Directory · Land Records · Marquette Strategic Plan · Ordinances · Pay Taxes · User Fees · 💬 · Marquette County Assistant · Find county website information × · Hello! Ask me about county services, departments, taxes, licenses, meetings, parks, or contact information.
Site help
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If your search results in multiple rows, you can move through the records by selecting the "Next" or "Previous" link. To return to the list, select the "Return to search results" link. Some WCCA reports and the case court record also display in printable (PDF) format.
Finding Records - UW-Green Bay
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Brown County Wills and Probate Case Files , 1821-1976 · Calumet County Citizenship Records, 1850-1955 · Kewaunee County Circuit Court records, 1858-1950 · Kewaunee County Citizenship Records, 1850-1950 · Manitowoc County Citizenship Records, 1848-1955 · Oconto County Wills and Probate Case ...
🌐 uwgb.edu
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
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Federal court electronic records (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
pacer.gov
Sheriff Sales
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Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Wisconsin Online Record Check System
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Navigating the Justice system; and advocacy; Connect with OCVS at DOJ · Wisconsin public records, open meetings laws; making a public records request, Public Records/Open Meetings (PROM) Hotline · Record checks; Reading criminal records; Employer information; Removal
Service Provider Directory and Resources
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The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), administrator of the WA VINE system, is inviting service providers to join the VINE Service Provider Directory. We appreciate your interest in being part of this new resource for victims in our state · The Service Provider Directory ...
Election Information - Marquette County Wisconsin
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County Home Page Government Home Committees County Employee Email Access County Board Supervisors County Code of Ordinances Current Agendas and Minutes Employment Finance & Budget Government Links Meetings Calendar News and Events RFP Posts List Election Information Last updated: December 2025 Upcoming Election Dates Polling Location Information Voter Resources Election Results Election Notices Supervisory District […]
Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin
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© 2026, Marquette County, WI | Accessibility | Privacy
My Vote WI
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Search by name to view your registration information, voting history, vote absentee or make updates to your registration. *=Required Field · Search by address to find your polling place, see what will be on your ballot, find your next election or learn about absentee voting. *=Required Field
Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin
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© 2026, Marquette County, WI | Accessibility | Privacy
Document Recording | Marquette County, WI
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Departments » Register of Deeds · Tag-Less & SWIFT Recording System:
Profiles
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He previously served on the Boards of the ACLU of Wisconsin, Voce de la Frontera - Action, the League of United Latin American Citizens and the Council for the Spanish Speaking in Milwaukee. Real estate-related instruments that affect title to approximately 300,000 parcels of land located in Milwaukee County are recorded here. The following documents and services are available through the Register of Deeds:
Marquette County
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin
Business, Voter & Other
Marquette County, Wisconsin government portal.
co.marquette.wi.us
Home Page - Marquette County Wisconsin
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© 2026, Marquette County, WI | Accessibility | Privacy
Marquette County Hub
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The Marquette County Hub transforms how we engage and collaborate with our community using data-driven tools for innovation.
ICAC Affiliates in Marquette County
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Marquette County Sheriff's Office · Total Number of Affiliates In Wisconsin: 312 · Adams County · Ashland County · Barron County · Bayfield County · Brown County · Buffalo County · Burnett County · Calumet County · Chippewa County · Clark County ·
Vital Records - Marquette County Wisconsin
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Home Register of Deeds Home Document Marriage: If you were born and/or married in the State of Wisconsin, contact your CLOSEST Register of Deeds office ;
Register of Deeds - Marquette County Wisconsin
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If you are in need of a VITAL RECORD like a BIRTH, MARRIAGE, DIVORCE or DEATH CERTIFICATES, Please contact us at (608) 297-3025 or (608) 297-3026 if you have any questions before coming into the courthouse.
Home Page - WIDOT Driver License Guide
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By providing your personal identifying information in this Guide, we will be able to search for your DMV record and provide you with more accurate and complete information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Marquette County?
Marquette County court cases are searchable through the Site help portal: https://wcca.wicourts.gov/site.html. Wisconsin also operates a state-level case lookup through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Are Wisconsin marriage records public?
Marriage records in Wisconsin are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Wisconsin if I wasn't convicted?
In Wisconsin, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Wisconsin's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Wisconsin DOJ.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in Wisconsin?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the Wisconsin DOJ that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Wisconsin. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.