Motions, where heard; stay of proceedings

Wis. Stat. § 807.02
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Except as provided in s. 807.13 or when the parties stipulate otherwise and the court approves, motions in actions or proceedings in the circuit court must be heard within the circuit where the action is triable. Orders out of court, not requiring notice, may be made by the presiding judge of the court in any part of the state. No order to stay proceedings after a verdict, report or finding in any circuit court may be made by a circuit or supplemental court commissioner. No stay of proceedings for more than 20 days may be granted except upon previous notice to the adverse party.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/807.02Fetched: 10/7/2026