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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Pierce County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Wisconsin state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Pierce County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Pierce County, Wisconsin — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
43,380
Population
Census estimate
15,857
Households
Census estimate
$82,996
Median income
Annual household
$278,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Ellsworth
County seat
In Wisconsin
Pierce County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
2 sources
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources   One source   Use state portal

Pierce County Records at a Glance

Record typePierce County verified sources
Court recordsWisconsin Court System - Third Branch eNews
Court Records - Research Help - Archives - UW-Green Bay
Criminal recordsPierce County Sheriff Sales
State
Wants & warrantsNo verified source — see Pierce County state portal below
Property recordsPierce County Web Search
Interactive Map
Vital recordsVital Records - Pierce County, WI
Voter recordsElections - Pierce County, WI
Voting Centers and Ballot Sites | Open Pierce County
Professional licensesPierce County Public Records
Recorded documentsReal Estate Records - Pierce County, WI
Public Records | Pierce County Court
Pierce County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records3Criminal records2Wants & warrants0Property records2Vital records1Voter records2Licenses1Recorded docs2
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Pierce County. Data verified June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Pierce County Records

2026
Pierce County official government portal active
The official Pierce County government website at www.co.pierce.wi.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Pierce County court records portal verified
State court system links for Pierce County verified against the Wisconsin judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Pierce County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Pierce County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Pierce County property records online
Pierce County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.

The 4-Step Pierce County Records Pathway

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Step 1 — Start at the Pierce County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Pierce 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 Pierce County Records

❌ Myth: "Pierce County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Pierce County are held by the Wisconsin state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Pierce 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 Pierce County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Wisconsin state repository has verified, current Pierce County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Pierce County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Pierce 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)

Related — Pierce County & Wisconsin Records

For records not specific to Pierce County, use Wisconsin's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Wisconsin statewide record systems:
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Other counties in Wisconsin: Ozaukee · Pepin · Polk · Portage · Price

About Pierce County, Wisconsin

Pierce County is located in West Wisconsin. The county seat is Ellsworth (official site: http://www.co.pierce.wi.us).

  • Population: 43,380
  • Households: 15,857
  • Median household income: $82,996
  • Median home value: $278,700
  • Below poverty line: 9.8%
  • Land area: 574.0 sq mi
  • Population density: 75.6 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 6
  • NCES schools indexed: 25
CT
Wisconsin Court System - Third Branch eNews
Official Free
The board authorized $30.475 million for the new facility, which will be built next to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office in Ellsworth . Judge Elizabeth Rohl said the new courthouse will not only enhance security but also improve operational efficiency for all departments housed within.
CT
Court Records - Research Help - Archives - UW-Green Bay
Official Free
In Wisconsin, trial and appellate courts exist at the state level. Trial courts also exist at the county level and are known as circuit courts. Several other courts are below circuit courts: County Courts: Handle similar cases as circuit courts but on a smaller scale. Probate Courts: Handle the transferring of property and legal responsibilities for deceased or incompetent individuals.
CT
Site help
Criminal & Court Records
.gov

Statewide Wisconsin court case access.

wcca.wicourts.gov
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Pierce County Sheriff Sales
Official Free
Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) allows attorneys, abstractors, court staff, law enforcement, and the general public access to circuit court cases . Because of statutory requirements, certain case types are not available using WCCA. While some counties have loaded historical cases (Door ...
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Default News Media 4.18.17 EO Amicus
Official Free
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
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Service Provider Directory and Resources
Official Free
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 ...
VT
Elections - Pierce County, WI
Official Free
For more information, visit the Wisconsin Election Commission's Local Candidates page. Links of Interest Election Results Election results posted by the State. Voters Information Center is a good resource for first time voters My Vote WI (register to vote, request absentee ballots, preview sample ballots)
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Voting Centers and Ballot Sites | Open Pierce County
Official Free
Skip to main content Skip to footer · Close · Sign In
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What's On My Ballot
Official Free
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
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Real Estate Records - Pierce County, WI
Official Free
Click Tapestry if you are interested in accessing real estate records this way. Option 2) Laredo is for the daily, local professional user Laredo is an Internet access program designed for title insurance firms and other real estate-related firms that need access daily to the land records in the Pierce County Register of Deeds office.
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Public Records | Pierce County Court
Official Free
From accident reports to budget documents, vital records that include birth and death certificates, and even property records, Pierce
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Counties | wrdaonline
Official Free
Or Click the county image below or the county in the map to view profile with more information of the County. Register of Deeds - If you would like to update your profile either just email me the changes or use this form
BZ
Pierce County
Official Free
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 ...
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Pierce County Web Search
Official Free
Property Search · Home · About · Help · Welcome to the Pierce County, Wisconsin Land Records Web Portal. The Parcel Tab allows you to search for Parcel Records and the Permit Tab allows you to search for Permits. Enter your search criteria and click Search to view a list of results.
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Interactive Map
Official Free
Disclaimer: The data provided is on an "AS-IS" basis, without warranty of any type, expressed or implied, including but not limited to any warranty as to their performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose
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Vital Records - Pierce County, WI
Official Free
Ellsworth, WI 54011 Ordering from remote location or need to expedite Go to Official Records Online website:https://www.officialrecordsonline.com/Select/Index.html?state=WI&county=PIERCE#/ If you need a vital record for an event that occurred in another state please select the following link: www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm If you need a vital record for a person born in a foreign country who is a US Citizen please select the following link (example - A military person while stationed abroad has a child in the foreign country where stationed): www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/foreign.htm An Apostille…
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Register of Deeds - Pierce County, WI
Official Free
Our office registers marriages and deaths occurring in the county . Certified copies of vital records are available with proper proof of identification, completion of certificate application form and payment of fees.
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Pierce County Public Records
Official Free
Pierce County Public Records directory: search property, court, vital, criminal, and business records with official tools.
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Home Page - WIDOT Driver License Guide
Official Free
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.
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Wisconsin Department of Justice | WisDOJ
Official Free
What is it? Be a local hero; help fight human trafficking, indicators, Wisconsin contacts, resources, printed materials

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I look up court cases in Pierce County?
Pierce County court cases are searchable through the Wisconsin Court System - Third Branch eNews portal: https://www.wicourts.gov/news/thirdbranch/sep24/piercecourthouse.htm. Wisconsin also operates a state-level case lookup through the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (WCCA) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
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.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Wisconsin?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Wisconsin record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Are Wisconsin criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Wisconsin's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.