More than 200,000 arrests occur in Wisconsin annually, with about 2,000 executed by St. Croix County law enforcement. According to the state's Open Records Law, arrest records are public documents that should be available in digital and paper formats. However, juvenile arrests, victim identities, and other sensitive documents are confidential. Only record owners, authorized agencies, and the St Croix County District Attorney can obtain restricted files. Some records are accessible online free of charge, while others may require processing and copying fees.
St. Croix arrest records are available at the following law enforcement agencies:
The St Croix County Sheriff's Office typically maintains and distributes records of arrested persons. Anyone can submit formal requests or view records in person at the department:
St. Croix County Sheriff
1101 Carmichael Road, Suite G100
Hudson, WI 54016
Phone: (715) 381-4320
The Sheriff's Inmate Roster also provides access to records of inmates housed in the county jail.
Police departments across St. Croix County are responsible for keeping arrest records from their jurisdictions. Guidelines on how to get recent arrest reports are often provided on the department's website. You can obtain arrest reports by visiting any of the following police departments.
The Wisconsin Division of Law Enforcement Services maintains and provides access to criminal history records. To get these records, download and complete the record request form. Next, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a $12 fee in the form of a check or money order payable to the WI Department of Justice. Submit the documents via mail to:
Division of Law Enforcement Services, Crime Information Bureau
Attn: Record Check Unit
P.O. Box 2688
Madison, WI 53701-2688
Phone: (608) 266-7314
You can also view criminal history records online through the Online Record Check System (WORCS). To search, visit the WORCS portal and choose 'Public Access.' Click 'Submit New Request' and provide the subject's identifying information in the spaces provided. Each search costs $7 and is payable by credit card or WORCS Billing Account. After submitting all the required details, the online system will provide search results matching the information entered. Meanwhile, mail-in requests typically may take seven to ten business days to complete.
The St. Croix County Clerk of Courts is responsible for keeping criminal case files, which often include defendants' arrest information. Interested parties can also submit request forms by mail or in person at:
St Croix County Clerk of Courts
1101 Carmichael Road, Suite 2402
Hudson, WI 54016
Phone: (715) 386-4631
Residents seeking criminal court records online can use the Wisconsin Case Search tool, where they can search by party name, date of birth, or case number. St Croix County arrest records are available on reputable third-party websites like InfoTracer.
The arrest rate in St. Croix County is 2,438 arrests per 100,000 residents. Here is a breakdown of arrest figures recorded in St Croix County during this period:
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | 1 |
| Robbery | 0 |
| Rape | 5 |
| Aggravated Assault | 45 |
| Arson | 1 |
| Burglary/Breaking & Entering | 3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10 |
| Larceny | 104 |
| Other Property Offenses | 59 |
| Drug Offenses | 265 |
| Society Crimes | 532 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons (Violent Crimes) | 51 |
| Total Property Crimes | 177 |
| Others | 1,334 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 2,359 |
Source: Wisconsin Department of Justice, UCR Offense and Arrest Data
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| St. Croix Correctional Center | 1859 N. 4th Street | 715-246-6971 |