Okanogan County Court Records Search
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Okanogan County stretches across north-central Washington State and encompasses a vast, largely rural landscape that extends from the Cascades to the Okanogan Highlands near the Canadian border. The county’s court system reflects its geographic scope, with a Superior Court, a District Court, and multiple municipal courts serving incorporated communities throughout the region. Court records generated through these proceedings document everything from felony criminal cases to estate proceedings, and knowing how to navigate the system — and which office holds which records — is the practical starting point for anyone conducting a records search.
For those beginning a court records search in Washington, official resources are available through the clerk’s offices, courthouse public access terminals, and online tools. WashingtonStateCourts.us may be useful for locating publicly available case information. Washington’s statewide court system also maintains online search portals that provide direct access to case data from multiple court levels across the state.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Okanogan County?
Washington State maintains the Washington Courts case search portal, which provides free public access to case information from municipal, district, superior, and appellate courts statewide. Data is updated every 24 hours at 3:00 a.m. Users can search by a person’s name or case number and filter results by court.
For Superior Court cases specifically, the Okanogan County Clerk’s Office uses the Odyssey Portal to provide online case and hearing searches. This is the primary tool for locating felony criminal, civil, domestic, probate, and guardianship cases filed in the Superior Court.
Step-by-Step: Requesting Records from the Superior Court Clerk
- Identify the case type and approximate filing date
- Complete the online Superior Court Document Request Form or download and fill out the printable GR 31 Court Records Request form
- Submit by dropping off at the clerk’s office, emailing to clerk@okanogancounty.gov, or mailing to the address below
- Pay applicable fees upon processing — requests are typically processed within 24 to 48 hours
Okanogan County Superior Court Clerk
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 149 3rd Avenue North, 3rd Floor (North End), Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 72, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Phone | (509) 422-7275 |
| clerk@okanogancounty.gov | |
| In-Person Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Phone Service Hours | Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
For District Court records, a separate Request for Public Records form is available through the Okanogan County website.
Are Court Records Public in Okanogan County?
Washington’s Public Records Act, RCW Chapter 42.56, establishes the legal framework governing public access to government records, including court records. Under this law, agencies are required to promptly disclose records to any person upon request, and must respond within five business days of receipt. The presumption is in favor of disclosure; agencies may only withhold records when a specific statutory exemption applies.
In Okanogan County, most court records — including case dockets, filed pleadings, judgments, and orders — are open to public inspection. However, Washington law carves out specific categories of records that are exempt from mandatory disclosure or that require court authorization to access. Restricted records in Okanogan County include:
- Juvenile delinquency and juvenile dependency records (filed as case types 7 and 8 with the Superior Court)
- Adoption and paternity pre-adjudication records (case type 5)
- Mental illness and civil commitment proceedings (case type 6)
- Records sealed by specific court order
- Records whose disclosure would violate a person’s right to privacy under applicable state statutes
- Records exempt by statute or court rule from general public access
The Clerk’s Office is a record-keeping office and cannot provide legal advice or move on any party’s behalf, per RCW 2.32.090. For questions about whether specific records are accessible, requestors should contact the Clerk’s Office directly.
Okanogan County Criminal Court Records
Felony criminal cases in Okanogan County are filed with and heard by the Superior Court, while the District Court handles misdemeanor cases and gross misdemeanors. Municipal courts in Brewster, Omak, Tonasket, Twisp, and Winthrop handle violations of local ordinances and minor criminal matters within their city limits.
Okanogan County Superior Court (Criminal)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 149 3rd Avenue North, P.O. Box 112, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Phone | (509) 422-7130 |
| Fax | (509) 422-7133 |
Okanogan County District Court
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 149 3rd Avenue North, Room 306, P.O. Box 980, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Phone | (509) 422-7170 |
| Fax | (509) 422-7174 |
Searching Criminal Court Records Online
Criminal case dockets from the Superior Court are searchable through the Odyssey Portal and the statewide Washington Courts case search. District Court criminal case information is also accessible through the Washington Courts statewide portal.
Statewide Criminal Background Checks
For a comprehensive statewide criminal history search, the Washington State Patrol administers the WATCH (Washington Access to Criminal History) online system. The fee is $11.00 per name searched, payable by debit or credit card. Results are provided immediately online. This search covers conviction records statewide but does not include all arrest information, which may not be open to the general public under RCW provisions.
Arrest Records and Inmate Information
The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated Okanogan County and serves as the first point of contact for local arrest and warrant information.
Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 123 5th Avenue, Room 200, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Phone | (509) 422-7200 |
The Daily Booking Log and Daily Inmate Log are updated Monday through Friday (excluding weekends and holidays) and are publicly available on the county website. The Booking Log lists all individuals booked into the Okanogan County Corrections Center for the current month, while the Inmate Log lists all persons currently incarcerated.
Municipal Courts
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Brewster Municipal Court | 105 South 3rd Street, P.O. Box 1074, Brewster, WA 98812 | (509) 689-2756 |
| Omak Municipal Court | 2 North Ash Street, P.O. Box 72, Omak, WA 98841 | (509) 826-2971 |
| Tonasket Municipal Court | 209 South Whitcomb Avenue, P.O. Box 487, Tonasket, WA 98855 | (509) 486-2132 |
| Twisp Municipal Court | 118 South Glover Street, P.O. Box 278, Twisp, WA 98856 | (509) 997-6112 |
| Winthrop Municipal Court | 208 Riverside Avenue, P.O. Box 459, Winthrop, WA 98862 | (509) 996-2320 |
Okanogan County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Okanogan County are divided between the Superior Court and the District Court depending on the amount in controversy and the nature of the dispute. The Superior Court Clerk’s Office maintains all filed civil case records, while the District Court Clerk handles civil matters within that court’s jurisdiction.
Jurisdictional Overview
- Superior Court — Handles general civil litigation, including cases involving real property title or possession, and claims exceeding the District Court’s monetary limits
- District Court — Handles civil cases up to specific monetary thresholds, including landlord-tenant disputes, contract claims, and collection actions
Small Claims Court
Small claims matters are handled through the District Court’s Small Claims Department. The monetary limits are:
- Natural persons: Claims up to $10,000
- All other cases (businesses, entities): Claims up to $5,000
The filing fee for a small claims case or counterclaim is $35.00 per case.
Civil Court Fees — District Court
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil Filing Fee | $73.00 per case |
| Civil Extension | $53.00 |
| Anti-Harassment Petition | $73.00 (fee waiver available) |
| Small Claims / Counterclaims | $35.00 per case |
| Writ of Garnishment | $12.00 each |
| Copies | $0.50 per page |
| Certified Copies | $5.00 per document |
| Clerk Services — Record Search | $20.00 per hour |
| Audio Recording of a Hearing | $10.00 per CD |
| Electronic Copies (1–11 pages) | No charge |
| Electronic Copies (12+ pages) | $0.25 per page |
Superior Court Copy Fees
| Copy Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Research Fee (over 1 hour) | $30.00 per hour |
| Certified Copy — First Page | $5.00 |
| Certified Copy — Each Additional Page | $1.00 |
| Regular Copy | $0.50 per page |
| Electronic Copy | $0.50 per page |
| Copies on Electronic Storage Device | $5.00 per device |
| CD Recording of a Hearing | $25.00 per hearing/link |
| Postage and Mailing | Cost plus $2.00 handling |
Effective June 11, 2026, the fee for electronically requested documents increases to $0.50 per page pursuant to HB 2543.
Requesting Civil Records
To request civil case documents from the Superior Court Clerk, complete the online Document Request Form or download and mail the GR 31 Court Records Request form to P.O. Box 72, Okanogan, WA 98840. The Clerk’s Office also accepts emailed requests at clerk@okanogancounty.gov and processes most requests within 24 to 48 hours.
Okanogan County Family Court Records
Family law proceedings in Okanogan County — including divorce, child custody, child support, protection orders, paternity, and adoption — are handled by the Superior Court. The Superior Court Clerk maintains all related case files. Domestic cases are filed as case type 3, while paternity and adoption matters are case type 5.
Family Law Facilitator Program
Okanogan County offers a Family Law Facilitator Program through the Superior Court, providing free information and referrals to family law litigants who do not have legal representation. The facilitator can assist with procedural questions and document preparation by appointment.
The Okanogan County Superior Court Local Rules govern procedure in domestic and family court matters and specify the use of standardized forms for various stages of case proceedings, which can be obtained from the court’s website or from the Family Law Facilitator.
Divorce Records
Divorce decrees and related records are maintained by the Superior Court Clerk’s Office. Copies can be requested in person, by email, or by mail using the standard document request process. The name change filing fee is $306.50 total, which includes filing fees, certified copy fees ($15.00), and Auditor’s Office recording fees ($203.50 effective January 1, 2024).
Marriage Records
Marriage records in Okanogan County fall under the jurisdiction of the County Auditor’s Office, not the court clerk. The Auditor manages recording and marriage licenses, and marriage records are a matter of public record once a license has been recorded. Some records are searchable through the Okanogan County Auditor’s online self-service portal. The cost for online document access through the Auditor’s portal is $1.00 per page, with an $8.00 per hour search fee that may apply. For certified copies or in-person assistance, contact the Auditor’s Office at:
Okanogan County Auditor’s Office
149 3rd Avenue North, Room 104
Okanogan, WA 98840
Phone: (509) 422-7240
Birth and Death Records
Vital records — birth and death certificates — are managed by the Okanogan County Public Health District (OCPHD), not the court system. Access to certified copies is restricted to eligible parties: the record subject, immediate family members, legal representatives, legal guardians, funeral directors, and government agencies.
Fees for vital records at OCPHD:
- Birth Certificate: $25.00 per certified copy + $2.00 handling fee per order
- Death Certificate: $25.00 per certified copy + $2.00 handling fee per order
- No refunds are issued regardless of search outcome
Applications are available in both English and Spanish:
Submit completed applications with a copy of valid photo ID, proof of eligibility, and payment (money order or check payable to OCPHD) to:
Okanogan County Public Health District
1234 2nd Avenue South
Okanogan, WA 98840
Phone: (509) 422-7140
Online ordering is also available through the OCPHD vital records request portal.
Okanogan County Probate Court Records
Probate and guardianship matters in Okanogan County are handled exclusively by the Superior Court. The Superior Court Clerk’s Office maintains all probate case records as case type 4 (Probate/Guardianship), which covers the administration of decedents’ estates, wills, trusts, conservatorships, and guardianship of minors and incapacitated adults.
Okanogan County Superior Court — Juvenile/Probate
For juvenile and probate-related hearings, a secondary courthouse location is used:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Criminal Justice Building, 237 4th Avenue North, P.O. Box 432, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Phone | (509) 422-7250 |
| Fax | (509) 422-7268 |
Searching Probate Records Online
Probate case information can be searched through the Odyssey Portal maintained by the Clerk’s Office, as well as through the statewide Washington Courts case search portal. Searching by the decedent’s name or the estate case number will return available case information for non-restricted matters.
Requesting Probate Record Copies
To obtain copies of probate case documents, complete the Superior Court Document Request Form or the CD Audio Recording Request Form for recorded hearings, and submit to:
County Clerk
P.O. Box 72
Okanogan, WA 98840
Phone: (509) 422-7275
Email: clerk@okanogancounty.gov
The standard fee schedule applies: $5.00 for the first certified page, $1.00 per additional certified page, and $0.50 per page for regular copies. A $30.00 per hour research fee applies if retrieval takes more than one hour. Requests for audio recordings of probate hearings cost $25.00 per hearing or link, with additional shipping fees if a physical CD is mailed.