How to Search Buffalo County Records (Start Here)
Buffalo County maintains separate search systems for court records, assessor data, and recorded documents. Search each where you need specifically.
- Check the Buffalo County Assessor's office for assessed value, tax class, and parcel details.
- Statewide criminal-record search availability varies by state. For Wisconsin, contact the state police or bureau of investigation.
In Wisconsin, property ownership and document history may be split across the county recorder/clerk and the assessor. Search both if you need both records.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Criminal & Court Records
Circuit Court Records & Judgments
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Buffalo County Circuit Court records.
Jail & Inmate Records
Foreclosures | Sheriff Sales
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Buffalo County Sheriff Sales of foreclosed properties and tax deed sales.
Inmates | VineLink
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VineLink index of Buffalo County Jail inmate records.
Property & Tax Records
Maps
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Buffalo County maps, including supervisory districts, school districts, travel, and floodplain maps.
Property | GIS & Tax
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Buffalo County property GIS map search and property tax records.
Vital Records (Birth/Death/Marriage)
Cemeteries
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Buffalo County cemeteries and burials. Includes a searchable database of contributed county internments.
Business, Voter & Other
Agendas & Minutes
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Buffalo County Board and Committee Agendas & Minutes.
Buffalo County Home Page
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Buffalo County government official website.
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Phone Directory
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Buffalo County administration, department, and agency telephone directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Buffalo County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Buffalo County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Buffalo County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Buffalo County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Buffalo County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Buffalo County records available online? ▼
Online access in Buffalo County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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