Marathon County Jail, WI

Physical Address
500 Forest StWausau, WI, 54403

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Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Visitation

  • Each inmate is allowed two on-site visits per week; the visit week starts on Sunday.
  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance and only the scheduled/approved person may attend.
  • Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who stays with them; former inmates usually cannot visit until 60 days after release without a waiver.

Communication

  • To schedule an on-site video visit, create a Cidnet account at https://cidnet.net and use the 'Videos' → 'New Schedule' flow.
  • Participation in Cidnet video visitation requires account creation, acceptance of terms, and facility registration.
  • Cidnet’s example schedule for the facility shows Sunday visit windows of 9:00AM–10:40AM, 11:45AM–4:45PM, and 6:30PM–9:30PM.

Sending Money

  • All money received by the jail is placed into the inmate's account.
  • Debts incurred by an inmate will be collected at either 50% or 100% when money is deposited, depending on the debt.
  • You can deposit money at a kiosk in the jail lobby, through the mail, or online using JailATM; at the jail only cash or credit cards are accepted.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Visits at Marathon County Jail are monitored. Each inmate can have two on-site visits per week, with the visit week starting Sunday. You must schedule at least 24 hours in advance, and only approved visitors on the schedule may attend. Each visit allows up to three approved visitors. Minors must come with a parent or legal guardian who stays with them throughout. Former inmates generally cannot visit until 60 days after release, unless they get an immediate family waiver approved by a jail lieutenant. Keep in mind that staff may cancel or end visits without notice, so arrive five to ten minutes early. Attorneys, community corrections, and clergy visits require specific approval and weekday arrangements.

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Communication

Marathon County Jail uses Cidnet for on-site video visitation. You'll schedule visits through the vendor platform at https://cidnet.net. Start by creating a Cidnet account, accepting the vendor's terms, and registering with Marathon County Jail in your profile. Visits typically aren't approved until registration is complete. Once set up, use the scheduling flow (Videos, then New Schedule) to pick an available time. Cidnet's listing shows example Sunday booking windows of 9:00AM to 10:40AM, 11:45AM to 4:45PM, and 6:30PM to 9:30PM, with similar windows for other days. All communications run through the third-party vendor, with monitoring and vendor scheduling and payment rules.

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Sending Money

Money sent to Marathon County Jail goes into the inmate's account. It posts to their ledger rather than being handed to them directly. You can deposit three ways: at the jail lobby kiosk, through the mail, or online using JailATM. The lobby kiosk only accepts cash or credit cards. If the inmate owes debts, the jail automatically collects either 50% or 100% of deposited funds, depending on the debt type. Bond can be paid at the jail 24/7 using cash or a credit card. For online bond payments through JailATM, call the jail first so an officer can set up the bond in the system. Have the inmate's full name and ID ready.

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Common Questions

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How do I schedule a visit at Marathon County Jail?

Schedule at least 24 hours ahead, and the inmate must approve you as a visitor. Many families use the Cidnet portal to create an account and book on-site or video visits through the facility's registration process.

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What are the rules for visitors under 18 at Marathon County Jail?

Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who remains with them during the visit. Former inmates usually cannot visit until 60 days after release unless immediate family receives a waiver from a jail lieutenant.

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Can visits be cancelled or ended early at Marathon County Jail?

Yes. Visitation days and times can be canceled without notice, and corrections officers may terminate a visit. Arriving a few minutes early can help you avoid losing your slot if the schedule shifts.

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How do I schedule a video visit with an inmate at Marathon County Jail?

Create an account at https://cidnet.net, accept the Cidnet terms, and register with Marathon County Jail in your profile. Then go to Videos and choose New Schedule to book an available window.

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Do I have to register with the facility before using Cidnet video visitation?

Yes. Create a Cidnet account, accept the vendor's terms, and register with the facility. Visits won't be approved until registration is complete.

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What times can I book video visits at Marathon County Jail?

Cidnet shows example Sunday windows of 9:00AM to 10:40AM, 11:45AM to 4:45PM, and 6:30PM to 9:30PM. Similar windows appear for other days on the vendor site.

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Marathon County Jail is located at 500 Forest Street, Wausau, WI 54403. The jail is housed within the Marathon County Courthouse.

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