How to Search Washington Public Records

Washington's court, criminal, vital, property, voter, and licensing records are maintained across state agencies and the 39 counties listed below. Use the tabs to filter by record type, or jump directly to any source.

  • Courts: The Washington Supreme Court sits at the top of the system; trial-court business is handled by the Superior Court, District Court, Municipal Court. Most courts publish dockets and case lookups online.
  • Criminal history: The state's criminal-history repository handles official background checks. Fees and procedures are set by the state agency — see the linked official source.
  • Vital records: Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates are issued by the Washington State Department of Health (Center for Health Statistics) and may also be available locally.
  • Property & recorded documents: Maintained at the county level by the Assessor, Recorder, or Clerk's office.
  • Business filings: The Secretary of State (or equivalent) operates the official business-entity search.
Population
7,958,180
Households
3,037,300
Median Income
$91,306
Median Home Value
$519,200

Statewide Databases

1410 official Washington government databases. Click a tab to filter by record type.

Court Records

Washington State Courts - Supreme Court Dockets and Oral Argument Calendar Archive
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Supreme Court · Privacy and Disclaimer Notices Sitemap · © Copyright 2026. Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts.
🌐 www.courts.wa.gov
Washington State Courts - Opinions - Show All Opinions
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On this website are slip opinions from the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals that were filed after February 22, 2013. Slip opinions are the opinions that are filed on the day that the appellate court issues its decision and are often not the court's final opinion .
🌐 www.courts.wa.gov
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The search results can point you to the official or complete court record. SYSTEM AVAILABILITY NOTICE: No Issues at this time. How can I obtain the complete court record? You can contact the court in which the case was filed to view the court record or to order copies of ...
🌐 dw.courts.wa.gov
WASHINGTON STATE PATROL Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH)
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Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH) New User Application (Billed Account) Criminal Records · Division · 3000-240-063 (R 7/19) Mail to: WATCH · Identification & Background Check Section · PO Box 42633 · Olympia, WA 98504-2633 · E-Mail: watch.help@wsp.wa.gov ·
🌐 watch.wsp.wa.gov
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
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Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account · An official website of the United States government ... Log in to... Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock () or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. ... Learn options to find case information. ... Find court specific information to help you file a case electronically and developer resources.
🌐 pacer.uscourts.gov
Washington State Courts Washington Courts
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Court Directory · Opinions · Rules · Courts · Programs & Organizations · Resources · RECORDS · Case Records · Caseload Reports · Court Dates · Judicial Information System (JIS) JIS LINK · Odyssey Portal · Records Requests · RESOURCES · Civic Learning ·
🌐 www.courts.wa.gov
Virginia VINE - VINELink
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🌐 www.vinelink.com

Criminal Records

COLVILLE TRIBAL CORRECTIONS FACILITY DAILY INMATE BOOKING REPORT
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COLVILLE TRIBAL CORRECTIONS FACILITY · DAILY INMATE BOOKING REPORT · DATE: 03-24-25 at 0530 hours · * Tentative Release · 15 · 02-28-25 · 1645 · Jackson, Daniel · 36 · M · BIA Hold- Obstructing Justice, Resisting Arrest, Use sale possession of · Drugs/Paraphernalia x 2 ·
🌐 www.ctpolice.org
Washington Courts - Search Case Records
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Search for a case Search for a person Find My Court Date Use this search to find out when you need to appear in district or municipal court. The search tool returns a case summary and, where applicable, calendar information and a list of case activities (docket) · Case Search Options Use this ...
🌐 dw.courts.wa.gov
Washington State Courts Find My Court Date
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If so, you can use the Find My Court Date search to find out when you need to appear in court · The search tool returns a case summary and, where applicable, calendar information and a list of case activities (docket)
🌐 www.courts.wa.gov
WASHINGTON STATE PATROL Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH)
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Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH) New User Application (Billed Account) Criminal Records · Division · 3000-240-063 (R 7/19) Mail to: WATCH · Identification & Background Check Section · PO Box 42633 · Olympia, WA 98504-2633 · E-Mail: watch.help@wsp.wa.gov ·
🌐 watch.wsp.wa.gov
Washington State Department of Corrections
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OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC), in partnership with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), has made the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline available to incarcerated individuals who can now dial “988” from phones...
🌐 doc.wa.gov
Incarcerated Search | Washington State Department of Corrections
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The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. ... To improve public safety the Department of Corrections publishes information about currently incarcerated individuals .
🌐 doc.wa.gov
Washington State Archives, Digital Archives
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Washington State Archives, Digital Archives is the first Digital Archives in the nation to Preserve the electronic Records of both State and Local Government.
🌐 digitalarchives.wa.gov
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
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PACER provides information about accessing and filing federal court records electronically. Find resources for using PACER.
🌐 pacer.uscourts.gov

Wants & Warrants

Online Forms - Castle Rock Police Department
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These are a list of forms that can be completed and turned into the Castle Rock Police Department. These can be useful for victims, witness, and etc. who are no longer in the area to pick these forms up at the office. Prior to completing a form from this list you should contact the Castle Rock ...
🌐 crpolice.org
WSP Most Wanted
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If you have any information on the whereabouts of any of these wanted persons, please do not attempt to contact them as they may be armed and/or dangerous. Either call 911 or use the law enforcement contact information listed with each individual .
🌐 wsp.wa.gov
Can You ID Me - Home
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CanYouID.me was created as a location for Washington State police investigators to post photographs of people captured on video that they could not identify . In November 2024 we are excited to expand this service to investigators in the State of Alaska. The subjects in these photographs are ...
🌐 canyouid.me
Wanted Fugitives - Crime Stoppers of Tacoma/Pierce County
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Wanted for Attempted Muder in the First Degree | Tacoma View Bio · Wanted for Burglary & Theft View Bio · Wanted for Child Molestation View Bio · Wanted Sex Offender View Bio · Wanted for Fatal Hit & Run View Bio · Wanted for Murder View Bio · Wanted for Child Rape & Molestation View Bio ·
🌐 www.tpcrimestoppers.com

Vital Records

Online Washington Death Indexes, Records & Obituaries
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Online Washington Death Records & Indexes · A Genealogy Guide for Finding Obituaries, Cemetery Burials & Death Certificates · To Find More Online Death Indexes Choose a State... Alabama | Alaska | Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Connecticut | Delaware | DC | Florida | Georgia ...
🌐 www.deathindexes.com
Gasper “Pete” Galarneau (1881-1921) - Find a Grave Memorial
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Washington, Deaths, 1883-1960 Name: Peter Galarneau Gender: Male Birth Date: abt 1881 Death Date: 21 Aug 1921 Age at Death: 40 Death Location: Medical Lake, Spokane, Washington Father: Gaspard Galarneau Mother: Eliz Billeau Record Source: Washington ...
🌐 www.findagrave.com
Historical death records - King County, Washington
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King County death registers are indexed and available online through the Washington State Digital Archives. These certificates are limited to districts containing Black Diamond and Enumclaw. The records are organized by district, and then chronologically.
🌐 kingcounty.gov

Voter Records

Licenses

Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Practitioner - Laws
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A statute or Revised Code of Washington (RCW) is written by the Washington State Legislature. Once legislation is signed by the governor, it becomes law. The website for RCWs is a searchable database online. You may also access the state government website. If you're interested in obtaining a copy of any RCW, contact your local public library.
🌐 doh.wa.gov
Get your license: Appraisal management companies | Washington State Department of Licensing
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Log into SecureAccess Washington (SAW) or create an account to apply, upload your paperwork, and pay the licensing fee. ... Mail your forms and a check or money order for the application fee (payable to the Department of Licensing) to: Appraisal Management Company Program Department of Licensing PO Box 3777 Seattle, WA 98124-3777
🌐 dol.wa.gov
Architect firms | Washington State Department of Licensing
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A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. The site is secure. The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. ... Scam text messages claim false tickets and ask for money. Learn about current scams affecting our customers. ... Architect firms employ architects and designers who provide structural and interior design services.
🌐 dol.wa.gov
Legal Profile
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Member of the following groups: · In some cases, discipline search results will not reveal all disciplinary action relating to a Washington licensed legal professional, and may not display links to the official decision documents
🌐 www.mywsba.org
Banks Laws and Rules
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The authority of the Division of Banks to regulate Washington's state-chartered commercial banks, stock savings banks, mutual savings banks, alien banks, independent trust companies, and savings and loan associations is derived from the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
Rev. 7-2015 State of Washington DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS · DIVISION OF BANKS · P.O. Box 41200  Olympia, Washington 98504-1200 · Telephone (360) 902-8704  TDD (360) 664-8126  FAX (360) 704-6904 · http://www.dfi.wa.gov/banks · OUT-OF-STATE TRUST COMPANY · INFORMATION AND APPLICATION · Out-of-State ...
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
Franchises FAQs
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Salesman Disclosure Form For each officer, director, or employee who will be selling the offering - if you are using third parties to sell your franchise they will have to register as Franchise Brokers. Consent of Accountants to the use of their audited financial statements of your company in connection with the offering (photocopy is OK). Advertising (all advertising must be filed with the Division at least five days prior to use). RCW 19.100.060 provides for a minimum filing period of at least 15 business days before the offering is effective in Washington.
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
capstone certified public accountants llc
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These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off. They help with setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling out forms, using our chat support, or managing the security of our website · These cookies help us improve the website by tracking ...
🌐 ald.nasba.org
Charitable Trusts - Washington Secretary of State - | WA.gov
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A charitable trust is any entity ... When operating under Washington State jurisdiction, such entities are required to register with the Office of the Secretary of State, Charitable Trust Program ....
🌐 www.sos.wa.gov
Corporations & Charities - Washington Secretary of State
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The Corporations & Charities Division has opened a new branch in Eastern Washington. View our press release regarding this opening. View Eastern Regional In-Person Service info.
🌐 www.sos.wa.gov
List of Washington State Chartered Credit Unions
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Verity Credit Union 11027 Meridian Ave N PO Box 75974 Seattle, WA 98175-0974 206-440-9000 800-444-4589 Fax 206-361-5300 www.veritycu.com CEO: Tonita Webb ... Washington State Employees Credit Union (WSECU) 330 Union Ave SE PO Box WSECU Olympia, ...
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
Escrow Agent and Officer Licensing
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The definition of "escrow" now includes the collection and processing of payments and the performance of related services by a third party on seller-financed loans secured by a lien on real or personal property .
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
Hunting | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife maintains opportunities for seasoned and first-time hunters alike. Learn about the steps every hunter must take before heading afield, and how to report your harvest after a successful hunt. ... Whether deer, elk, waterfowl, or upland game, the hunt ...
🌐 wdfw.wa.gov
Home | Washington State Gambling Commission
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Gambling Questions? Download our UPDATED brochures. ... Since 1973, the Washington State Gambling Commission (WSGC) has helped protect the public by ensuring that gambling is legal and honest . The accredited law enforcement agency oversight includes several forms of gambling, such as punch ...
🌐 wsgc.wa.gov
Public Records Request - Washington Secretary of State
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The Public Records Act (PRA) requires us to make identifiable public records available for inspection and provide records upon request . The Washington Secretary of State has adopted rules, Chapter 434-12A WAC, to implement the requirements of the statute.
🌐 www.sos.wa.gov
Find an agent, agency or company | Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner
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Use the Office of the Insurance Commissioner's agent and company search tool to discover if a company or insurance producer is licensed in Washington state.
🌐 fortress.wa.gov
Agent and company lookup tool | Office of the Insurance Commissioner
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Use this tool to find helpful information about insurance agents, agencies, and the companies they work with. Start your search Choosing the right insurance can be confusing and overwhelming. Our agent and company lookup tool is designed to help you understand your insurance choices better ...
🌐 www.insurance.wa.gov
Lobbyist Employers | Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC)
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Registration is initiated by lobbyists. Lobbyist employers may terminate registrations by submitting a written statement identifying which lobbyist is being terminated and as of what date.
🌐 www.pdc.wa.gov
Consumer Access - Company
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Information made available through NMLS Consumer AccessSM is derived from NMLS (Nationwide Multistate Licensing System / Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry), the financial services industry's online registration and licensing database.
🌐 www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
Washington State Archives, Digital Archives - Title Info: Department of Licensing, Business and Professions…
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Washington State Archives, Digital Archives is the first Digital Archives in the nation to Preserve the electronic Records of both State and Local Government.
🌐 digitalarchives.wa.gov
Securities Registration, Notification, and Exemptions
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File Complaint | Verify License | Contact Us · The offering of securities in Washington is governed by RCW 21.20, the Securities Act of Washington . The Division of Securities reviews applications for registration, exemption notice filings, ...
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
WSAJ - About Us
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Our attorneys and legal professionals ensure that injured Washington citizens have access to a fair civil justice system and state worker’s compensation system when they need it the most. Our mission is simple. We are dedicated to safeguarding the Seventh Amendment constitutional right to a trial by jury.
🌐 www.washingtonjustice.org
About the Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC)
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Our goal is to maintain public trust in the appraisal profession by ensuring that appraisers are effectively regulated. ... The ASC has seven members, each designated by the head of their agency. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Federal Reserve) ... U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Title XI also requires the FFIEC to appoint a Chair from the member representatives to serve a two-year term.
🌐 www.asc.gov
List of Washington State Chartered Banks
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Legal Service: Bank CEOs and Presidents receive legal service on behalf of Washington State banks and savings institutions. Bank of the Pacific 300 East Market Street P.O. Box 1826 Aberdeen, WA 98520 President & CEO: Denise Portmann (360) 533-8870 FAX (360) 533-6049 www.bankofthepacific.com
🌐 dfi.wa.gov
Child Care / Early Learning Providers | Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families
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Read More about Family, Friends and Neighbor Providers ... Prepares 3-4 year olds from low-income families for success in school and life. Read More about Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program ... Guides and facilitates collaboration among Head Start agencies. Read More about Head Start Collaboration Office ... CCHC is required for licensed child care centers that serve infants. Read More about Child Care Health Consultants ... Information about subsidies for Washington state child care services.
🌐 www.dcyf.wa.gov
Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business
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Use our Verify tool to see if a business you want to work with has an active contractor registration; an active and paid-to-date workers' comp account covering any employees. At the same time, you can check for safety violations, other information, lawsuits against their surety bond and more.
🌐 secure.lni.wa.gov

Recorded Documents

Property Records

City’s GIS Mapping Currently Down | City of Ferndale
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The City’s online GIS mapping is currently down and will be indefinitely. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will post an update as soon as there is an update. You may access Whatcom County’s Tax Parcel Viewer application, intended for public use to access tax parcels and related assessment information, by clicking here. Information obtained from this web map application cannot be used for legal purposes or official documents. Consult Property deeds for full legal descriptions of property boundaries.
🌐 www.cityofferndale.org
King County Parcel Viewer
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You're in: KCGIS Center » Property Research » Parcel Viewer · by: Address · Parcel number · Condo name · Search · Find Intersection · Zoom to · Algona · Auburn · Beaux Arts · Bellevue · Black Diamond · Bothell · Burien · Carnation · Clyde Hill · Covington · Des Moines · Duvall · Enumclaw · Federal Way · Hunts Point · Issaquah · Kenmore · Kent · Kirkland · Lake Forest Park · Maple Valley ·
🌐 gismaps.kingcounty.gov
Property Search
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Search property tax, permit history and assessment records by address or parcel number in Kirkland · Find Property – The Kirkland Maps browser automatically launches in a new window and then zooms into the property location on the map. You can view property information such as permit history, ...
🌐 www.kirklandwa.gov
DSO Water & Sewer Map
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The SPU DSO Map has moved. You are being redirected to the new SPU DSO Water and Sewer Map
🌐 gisrevprxy.seattle.gov

Washington Counties

All 39 Washington counties indexed on SearchSystems.net. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder, and assessor links.

Adams Asotin Benton Chelan Clallam Clark Columbia Cowlitz Douglas Ferry Franklin Garfield Grant Grays Harbor Island Jefferson King Kitsap Kittitas Klickitat Lewis Lincoln Mason Okanogan Pacific Pend Oreille Pierce San Juan Skagit Skamania Snohomish Spokane Stevens Thurston Wahkiakum Walla Walla Whatcom Whitman Yakima

Frequently Asked Questions

Washington's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.

Washington's court system is headed by the Washington Supreme Court. Trial-court business is handled by the Superior Court, District Court, Municipal Court. Many Washington courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.

The Washington Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.

The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.

Washington vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the Washington State Department of Health (Center for Health Statistics) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.

Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.

The Washington sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.

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