Civil Process

Papers can be submitted to our Civil Process window at the Public Safety Building. Papers can also be mailed to: 

Dane County Sheriff’s Office
Attn: Civil Process
115 W. Doty St
Madison, WI 53703

Window Hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Phone Hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Civil Process Phone - 608-284-6824
Deputy Service Hours are Monday – Friday 7:00 am to 10:00 pm (dependent on staffing) 

• Provide one copy for each person/company that is to be served.
• Provide ONE ADDITIONAL copy for office use that will be returned with affidavit(s) of service.
• A self-addressed envelope is requested for the return of papers to the original sender.
• Include a cover sheet with return contact information. Include all pertinent information including court dates and deadlines. Provide as much information as possible for the person being served (phone number, date of birth, address, best hours for service).    
• The Aid in Serving Form can be found here: Aid In Serving Form

**The Dane County Sheriff’s Office cannot guarantee service on short notice or rush papers**
 

• $40 service fee – This pays for the first service attempt.
• $40 per additional attempt – Service will typically be attempted up to (3) times.
• One time mileage fee upon successful service – Roundtrip mileage and based on IRS mileage rate.
• If appropriate amount of copies are not provided you will be charged $0.25 per page for any copies made.
• If seeking fee exemption refer to the FAQ section or the Dane County Clerk of Courts website for application.
• Sheriff Sale Fees – See Sheriff Sales Page for current pricing and fees.
• Eviction/Execution Fees – See Eviction & Execution Page for current pricing and fees.
• Notary Fee - $0.50 per notarized document requested.
• Please refer to our Notice Of Fees for additional information.