Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 55101

Racine County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Racine County, Wisconsin. Serving a population of 196.613 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Racine • Land Area: 332,611 sq mi • State: Wisconsin (WI)

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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

Open Mon-Fri

Physical Courthouse Address

Racine County Courthouse / Recording Office, Racine, WI 53402

Seat of government for Racine County in Racine, WI.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(608) 317-9231

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 55101 • Coordinates: 42.7804° N, -87.7716° W

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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Racine County

✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode

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Land Records & Real Property

Racine County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Wis. Stat. § 59.43 (Flat $30 document fee)

First Page Base Fee

$30.00

Includes statutory county automation index surcharge

Each Additional Page

$0.00

Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page

Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps

$3.00 per $1,000 of value Real Estate Transfer Return (RETR)

Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Wisconsin:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.

Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.

Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.

Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.

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Warranty & Quitclaim Deeds
Mortgage & Lien Records
Assessor Parcel History

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Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Racine County

License Fee $100 - $120

Waiting Period 72 Hours

✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Racine County courthouse.
✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.

State Policy: Issued by County Clerk. 3-day waiting period from date of application.

Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $20.00

Death Cert $20.00

Marriage Cert $20.00

• Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
• Filing Agency: Processed through Wisconsin Department of Health Services Vital Records Office and the local Racine County clerk counter.

Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.

Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Racine County

Filing Fee: $30.00

1. Filing Authority

In Racine County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI).

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Wisconsin.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name filed through the DFI Corporate & Consumer Services division.

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Starting a Business or Filing a DBA in Racine County?

Save time and avoid multiple trips to the Racine County Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). Form your official LLC, register your Trade / Assumed Name (DBA), get your federal Tax ID (EIN), and receive your registered agent documents fully online in Wisconsin.

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Articles of Organization

Wisconsin Compliant

State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Wisconsin Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Wisconsin county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Regional Civic Network

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Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Wisconsin recording offices:

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Frequently Asked Questions: Racine County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Racine County Clerk & Recorder office located?

The official Racine County office is located at Racine County Courthouse / Recording Office, Racine, WI 53402. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (608) 317-9231.

How much does it cost to record a deed in Racine County?

Under Wisconsin statute (Wis. Stat. § 59.43 (Flat $30 document fee)), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Racine County costs $30.00 for the first page, plus $0.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $3.00 per $1,000 of value Real Estate Transfer Return (RETR).

How do I obtain a marriage license in Racine County, WI?

Both applicants must appear in person before the Racine County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $100 - $120. Wisconsin requires a waiting period of 72 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.

How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Racine County?

In Racine County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) with a standard statutory filing fee of $30.00. Trade name filed through the DFI Corporate & Consumer Services division.

How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Racine County?

Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $20.00 and death certificates starting at $20.00) can be requested through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Vital Records Office or directly at the Racine County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.