How to Search Columbia County Records (Start Here)
Columbia County maintains separate search systems for court records, assessor data, and recorded documents. Search each where you need specifically.
- Check the Columbia 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
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Jail & Inmate Records
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Foreclosures
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Columbia County Sheriff's Office list of foreclosure sales.
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Recorded Documents
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Columbia County recorded documents - deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments etc.
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Warrants
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Columbia County Sheriff's Office warrants: active felony; and all active warrants.
Property & Tax Records
Property | GIS
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Columbia County Geographic Information System (GIS) to property records and interactive maps.
Property | Tax Records
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Columbia County tax parcel records, sales history, surveys, CSM index, or plats & condos.
Business, Voter & Other
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Columbia County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Columbia County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Columbia 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 Columbia County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Columbia 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 Columbia County records available online? ▼
Online access in Columbia 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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