Searching Dunn County: what to expect
Dunn County publishes some records directly — 2 local sources below — and leans on state systems for the rest. You don't need a county-level docket here — Wisconsin courts are searchable statewide, mapped on our Wisconsin court records page. Two local sources do most of the work — dunncountywi.gov for the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups, co.dunn.wi.us for deeds and recorded documents. One gap: vital records aren't published by the county itself. Use the Wisconsin vital records page for those.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Dunn County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Wisconsin state publishers on the review date. 7 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Dunn County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Dunn County, Wisconsin — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
46,135
Population
Census estimate
17,257
Households
Census estimate
$69,721
Median income
Annual household
$212,000
Median home value
Census ACS
Menomonie
County seat
In Wisconsin
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
2 sources
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
Dunn County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Dunn County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Site help Probate Records - Research Help - Archives - UW-Green Bay |
| Criminal records | CURRENT INMATE LISTING - ADD HERE - Dunn County, WI Wisconsin DOJ — Criminal History |
| Wants & warrants | Dunn County Sheriff Office, WI, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | Beacon BLM GLO Records - Bureau of Land Management |
| Vital records | Dunn County WI Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Recor… Register of Deeds - Dunn County, WI |
| Voter records | Election Information & Results - Dunn County, WI Dunn County, Wisconsin Public Records Lookup | DunnRecords.u… |
| Professional licenses | Home Page - WIDOT Driver License Guide |
| Recorded documents | Register of Deeds - Dunn County, WI FAQs - Dunn County, WI |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Dunn County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Dunn County Records
2026
Dunn County official government portal active
The official Dunn County government website at www.co.dunn.wi.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Dunn County court records portal verified
State court system links for Dunn County verified against the Wisconsin judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Dunn County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Dunn County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Dunn County property records online
Dunn County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Dunn County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Dunn County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Dunn 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 Dunn County Records
MYTH"Dunn County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Dunn County are held by the Wisconsin state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Dunn County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing 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 Dunn County data."
FACTOnly the official Wisconsin state repository has verified, current Dunn County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Dunn County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Dunn County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially 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 and Official Record Portals
- www.co.dunn.wi.us — Official Dunn County government website
- wcca.wicourts.gov — Court records — official source
- dunncountywi.gov — Criminal records — official source
- glorecords.blm.gov — Property records — official source
- www.citydirectory.us — Vital records — official source
- dunnrecords.us — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Dunn County & Wisconsin Records
For records not specific to Dunn 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:
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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
Skip the directory — step-by-step Wisconsin guides that use these databases:
About Dunn County, Wisconsin
Dunn County is located in West Central Wisconsin. The county seat is Menomonie (official site: http://www.co.dunn.wi.us).
- Population: 46,135
- Households: 17,257
- Median household income: $69,721
- Median home value: $212,000
- Below poverty line: 11.0%
- Land area: 850.2 sq mi
- Population density: 54.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 5
- NCES schools indexed: 17
Beacon
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Beacon and qPublic.net combine both web-based GIS and web-based data reporting tools including CAMA, Assessment and Tax into a single, user friendly web application that is designed with your needs in mind.
Maps, GIS, & Land Information - Dunn County, WI
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Check out our interactive GIS site for viewing of Dunn County land information. To search tax and assessment information, visit the Dunn County Web Portal. With the introduction of Wisconsin Act 20 in the biennial state budget for 2013-2015, statutory requirements were created directing state and local governments to develop a statewide digital parcel map.
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.
Probate Records - Research Help - Archives - UW-Green Bay
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To see which Wisconsin counties and years our probate records cover, check our local history and genealogy collections. Probate case files generally contain a wide variety of documents, including: A will generally names spouses, children and other members of the household such as hired help, grandchildren or distant relatives.
🌐 uwgb.edu
CURRENT INMATE LISTING - ADD HERE - Dunn County, WI
Official Free
Current inmate roster for Dunn County, Wisconsin, published by the sheriff's office. Most rosters of this kind also note the arresting agency and the next court date. Holds for other agencies are flagged, which is why some names linger after local charges resolve.
Wisconsin DOJ — Criminal History
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Wisconsin DOJ Crime Information Bureau — official statewide criminal-history search.
Service Provider Directory and Resources
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The VINE Service Provider Directory helps to make it easier for victims to locate assistance. Review your state’s requirements to join.
Dunn County WI Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Records
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Vital-record certificates connected to Dunn County are ordered here. Searching the official side is free.
Register of Deeds - Dunn County, WI
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Vital Records (Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce, Domestic Partnerships and Military Discharges)
Dunn County, Wisconsin Genealogy: Vital Records, Court Index, Circuit Clerks, Plat Books, Birth / Marriage / Death…
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Dunn County vital records can be found at the Wisconsin Office of Vital Records has copies of Birth, Marriage, Divorce & Death Records reported since 1907. There is a fee for each copy requested.
Election Information & Results - Dunn County, WI
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Voter registration and election information for Dunn County, Wisconsin. Lookups confirm registration status, party, districts, and the correct polling place. Election offices update the file continuously; a lookup today reflects the live roll.
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
Dunn County Government
Business, Voter & Other
Official public records resource for Dunn County, Wisconsin. Older material may require an in-person visit or a mailed request. What displays online is usually a subset — the office holds more than it posts.
Register of Deeds - Dunn County, WI
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To provide safe archival storage and convenient access to these public records. To implement statutory changes, system modernization.
FAQs - Dunn County, WI
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Official public records resource for Dunn County, Wisconsin. Public-records law applies here: what they hold, you can generally request. Requests route faster when they cite exactly what this office says it holds.
Dunn County - Heather Kuhn
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Heather was elected Register of Deeds in November 2012 and officially took office in January 2013. Prior to being elected, she was the Deputy Register of Deeds for 16 years. Prior to that, she worked in the abstract and title industry.
Wisconsin | Internet Crimes Against Children Program
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Wisconsin DOJ's ICAC program page — the task force coordinating online child-exploitation cases statewide, with reporting routes for tips.
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 Dunn County?
Dunn 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.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Wisconsin?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Wisconsin counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
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.
How do I run a Wisconsin background check?
Wisconsin background checks are handled by the Wisconsin DOJ. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.