Skagit County Court Records Search
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Skagit County, situated in northwestern Washington State, operates a multi-tiered court system that includes the Skagit County Superior Court, the Skagit County District Court, a Juvenile Court, and several municipal courts. These courts collectively handle felony criminal cases, civil litigation, family law disputes, probate proceedings, misdemeanors, traffic infractions, small claims, and local ordinance violations. The records generated from these proceedings — docket entries, orders, judgments, motions, evidence exhibits, and minute entries — are maintained by the respective court clerks and are largely available for public inspection under Washington law.
Individuals looking for Skagit County court records can approach the search through several channels. Washington courts maintain an online case search system through WashingtonStateCourts.us, which can help locate publicly available case information for courts across the state, including those in Skagit County. Beyond that statewide resource, the Skagit County Clerk’s Office offers its own online portal, in-person access through public kiosks at the courthouse, and formal record request procedures by mail and email. The Skagit County District Court and local municipal courts each maintain their own records as well, and the specific process for obtaining copies varies depending on which court handled the case.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Skagit County?
Several methods are available to search for court cases in Skagit County, depending on whether the case was heard in Superior Court, District Court, or a municipal court.
Free Online Case Data
The Washington Courts case search system provides free access to basic case data for courts statewide, including Skagit County Superior Court and Skagit County District Court. Users can search by party name or case number, and results include docket information, scheduled proceedings, and an index of filings. This system draws from the statewide Judicial Information System (JIS) and is updated within 24 hours.
The Odyssey Portal also allows free public searches of Skagit County Superior Court case data by party name. However, viewing actual court documents online through the Odyssey Portal requires a paid subscription.
Odyssey Portal Document Access (Subscription)
The Skagit County Clerk’s Office offers electronic access to Superior Court case documents through a registered Odyssey Portal subscription. The annual subscription fee is $200 per user if paid before January 15, with prorated monthly rates of $20 per month after that date. Subscribers can view and print documents in the following case types:
- Civil
- Criminal (adult)
- Domestic/Family
- Probate and Guardianship
Confidential, sealed, or otherwise restricted records are excluded from the portal. Questions about portal access can be directed to odysseyportal@co.skagit.wa.us.
In-Person Access
Anyone can view public case documents at no charge on the computer kiosks located in the Clerk’s Office lobby during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Public access terminals also provide access to JIS case management data.
Requesting Copies
To obtain physical or certified copies of Superior Court records, contact the Skagit County Clerk’s Office:
Skagit County Clerk
205 W. Kincaid, Room 103
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: (360) 416-1800
Email: supcrtclerk@co.skagit.wa.us
The Clerk’s Office does not have a fax number and does not accept fax filings. Documents may also be submitted electronically through the Clerk’s eSubmission system.
Copy and Certification Fees (Effective June 11, 2026)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Non-certified copies | $0.50 per page |
| Self-service copies (lobby copier) | $0.50 per page |
| Certified copies / Abstracts of Judgment | $5.00 first page, $1.00 each additional |
| Authenticated or exemplified copies | $9.00 first page, $1.00 each additional, $2.00 per additional seal |
| Record search | $30.00 per hour (1-hour minimum) |
| Audio/video recordings | $25.00 per court date |
| Digital exhibit copies | $25.00 per exhibit |
| Copies on CD | $20.00 additional charge |
Fees must be paid in advance per RCW 36.18.060, and no refunds are issued.
For District Court records, requests should be directed to:
Skagit County District Court
Larry E. Moller Public Safety Building
600 South 3rd Street, P.O. Box 340
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: (360) 416-1250
Fax: (360) 416-1251
Email: districtcourt@co.skagit.wa.us
The District Court Clerk’s Office is open 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Specific inquiries can also be directed to dedicated email addresses for civil matters, criminal matters, billing, and infractions.
Historical Records
The Washington State Digital Archives maintains digitized Skagit County Superior Court case files dating from 1900 to the present. This resource can be helpful for locating older records that may no longer be readily available at the courthouse.
Are Court Records Public in Skagit County?
Under the Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), government records — including court records — are presumptively open and accessible to the public. Washington’s court-specific access framework is governed primarily by General Rule 31, which establishes that all court records shall be available for public inspection except where restricted by federal law, state law, court rule, court order, or case law.
The Skagit County Clerk’s Office publishes a detailed Access to Court Records brochure that outlines what is and is not available. There is no fee to view court documents at the courthouse, though copying fees apply as listed above.
Records restricted from public access include:
- Adoption records (RCW 26.33.330)
- Mental illness commitment records (RCW 71.05.620)
- Alcohol and drug treatment commitment records
- Paternity records, except final orders (RCW 26.26.610)
- Juvenile non-offender records (RCW 13.50.100)
- Confidential name change records (RCW 4.24.130)
- Records sealed by judicial order
- Information protected by attorney-client privilege
- Personal identifying information such as Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and home addresses
Family law and guardianship cases carry additional restrictions under General Rule 22. Sealed financial source documents (tax returns, wage stubs, bank statements), sealed personal health care records, retirement plan orders, relocation notices, and detailed portions of certain evaluative reports are not available to the general public. A person seeking access to restricted family law documents must file a Motion and Declaration to Allow Access to Records Under GR 22©(2) with the court of record and obtain a judicial order granting access.
When a court orders a document or entire case file sealed, the public cannot view or copy those materials. However, records acknowledging the existence of sealed documents or cases remain accessible unless specifically restricted by statute.
Juror names are publicly available, but all other juror information is confidential. Anyone needing additional juror details must petition the trial court and demonstrate good cause.
Skagit County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Skagit County are split between two courts based on severity. Felony cases — including those involving serious violent crimes, drug trafficking, and other indictable offenses — are prosecuted in the Skagit County Superior Court. Misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and traffic-related criminal offenses are handled by the Skagit County District Court or the relevant municipal court.
Searching Criminal Case Records
Criminal case information from both Superior Court and District Court can be searched through the Washington Courts case search system. The Odyssey Portal also provides access to adult criminal case data for Superior Court matters. In-person access is available at the Clerk’s Office public kiosks during business hours.
To request copies of criminal case records from the Superior Court, contact the Skagit County Clerk at (360) 416-1800 or email supcrtclerk@co.skagit.wa.us. For District Court criminal records, email dccriminal@co.skagit.wa.us or call (360) 416-1250.
Statewide Criminal History Checks
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) maintains criminal history records for Washington residents, including Skagit County. Criminal background information can be obtained through three methods:
- Online via WATCH: The Washington Access to Criminal History system provides instant conviction-based background checks for an $11 fee, payable by Visa, MasterCard, or American Express.
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By mail: Complete the Request for Conviction Criminal History form and mail it with the processing fee to:
Washington State Patrol
Identification and Background Check Section
P.O. Box 42633
Olympia, WA 98504-2633 - In person: Submit the completed form at the WSP’s Helen Sommers Building, 106 11th Avenue SW, Olympia, WA 98501.
Skagit County Sheriff’s Office
The Skagit County Sheriff’s Office Records Division processes requests for police reports and arrest-related records. Requests should be submitted in writing through the county’s NextRequest portal, though phone and in-person requests are also accepted. The Records Division is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Skagit County Sheriff’s Office
600 South Third Street
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: (360) 416-1911
Fax: (360) 416-1924
Criminal filing fees imposed upon conviction in Superior Court include a $200 filing fee (per RCW 10.01.160) and a crime victim penalty assessment of $500 for felonies or gross misdemeanors, or $250 for misdemeanors.
Skagit County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Skagit County are divided between the Superior Court and the District Court based on the amount in controversy and the type of claim. The Superior Court has general jurisdiction over civil matters without a dollar cap, while the District Court handles civil claims up to $100,000, small claims filed by individuals up to $10,000, and small claims filed by businesses up to $5,000. The District Court also handles unlawful detainer (eviction) proceedings, name changes, and protection orders.
How to Obtain Civil Court Records
The Skagit County Clerk maintains all Superior Court civil case records. Requests can be made in person, by email, or by mail. Online case data is searchable for free through the Odyssey Portal or the statewide case search system. Viewing actual documents online requires an Odyssey Portal subscription ($200/year).
For District Court civil records, contact the court at dccivil@co.skagit.wa.us or (360) 416-1250. The District Court accepts requests by email, in person, and by mail.
Selected Civil Filing Fees (Superior Court)
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil action | $290.00 |
| Civil appeal from lower court | $280.00 |
| Anti-harassment action | $53.00 |
| Unlawful detainer (residential), default | $135.00 |
| Unlawful detainer (commercial) | $290.00 |
| Jury demand (12 jurors) | $250.00 |
| Jury demand (6 jurors) | $125.00 |
| Request for trial de novo | $400.00 |
| Extension of judgment | $200.00 |
| Civil arbitration fee (in addition to filing fee) | $250.00 |
All fees are governed by RCW 36.18.020 and the Skagit County Clerk’s fee schedule. Fees must be paid in advance, and no refunds are issued.
The Clerk’s Office also provides resources for civil protection orders and landlord-tenant matters, including relevant forms and procedural guidance.
Property Records
For property-related records such as deeds, liens, and real estate transactions, the Skagit County Auditor’s Office serves as the recording authority. Recorded documents from 1973 to the present can be searched online through the county’s Recorded Documents Search system at no charge.
Skagit County Family Court Records
Family law cases in Skagit County are adjudicated in the Family Law division of the Skagit County Superior Court. The Clerk’s Office maintains these records, which cover dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, child custody and parenting plans, child support, paternity, domestic violence protection orders, and adoption proceedings.
Accessing Family Court Records
Family law case data can be searched for free through the Odyssey Portal or the statewide case search system. To request copies of documents, contact the Skagit County Clerk at (360) 416-1800 or supcrtclerk@co.skagit.wa.us.
Family law cases are subject to heightened access restrictions under General Rule 22. The following documents are not publicly accessible in family law and guardianship files:
- Confidential Information Forms
- Sealed financial source documents (tax returns, W-2s, wage stubs, bank statements, credit card statements)
- Sealed personal health care records and genetic parentage test results
- Retirement plan orders
- Notices of intent to relocate
- Vital statistics forms
- Law enforcement and foreign protection order information forms
- Detailed portions of parenting evaluations, domestic violence risk assessments, CPS reports, sexual abuse evaluations, and guardian ad litem reports (see GR 22(e) for specifics)
To access restricted family law documents, an interested party must file a motion with the court of record and receive a judicial order granting access.
Filing Fees for Family Law Matters
| Case Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dissolution, legal separation, or invalidity of marriage | $364.00 |
| Committed intimate relationship | $364.00 |
| Adoption | $310.00 |
| Counter petition in domestic relations | $310.00 |
| Modification of Skagit County decree | $56.00 |
| Modification of out-of-county decree | $310.00 |
| Uniform Parentage Act filing | $310.00 |
| Domestic violence protection order | No fee |
| Sexual assault protection order | No fee |
Divorce Records
Dissolution (divorce) records are court records maintained by the Skagit County Clerk. The Clerk’s Office handles in-person, email, and mail requests for copies. The standard copy fees apply ($5.00 for the first certified page, $1.00 for each additional page).
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses in Skagit County are issued by the Skagit County Auditor’s Office. The license fee is $164.00. The county also maintains a searchable marriage license database online. Marriage certificates can also be obtained from the Washington State Department of Health through its Vital Records Office. Mail requests for state-level marriage certificates should be sent to:
Department of Health
Center for Health Statistics
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death certificates for events that occurred in Skagit County from January 1, 2011 onward can be obtained from the Skagit County Public Health Department. Eligible requesters must submit a completed Birth Certificate Order Form or Death Certificate Order Form, along with acceptable photo identification and a $25.00 fee per copy, to:
Skagit County Public Health
Attn: Vital Records
700 South 2nd Street, Suite 301
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Skagit County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Skagit County are handled by the Skagit County Superior Court. The Clerk’s Office serves as the custodian of all probate records, which encompass estate administration, will filings, will contests, guardianships, conservatorships, and trust registrations.
Searching Probate Records
Probate and guardianship case data is available for free through the Odyssey Portal and the statewide case search system. Subscribers to the Skagit County Odyssey Portal can view probate documents remotely. Non-subscribers can view documents on the public kiosks in the Clerk’s Office lobby at no charge.
Historical probate records may also be accessible through the Washington State Digital Archives and through FamilySearch for records dating from 1872 to 1958.
How to Request Probate Records
Requests for copies of probate records should be directed to:
Skagit County Clerk
205 W. Kincaid, Room 103
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: (360) 416-1800
Email: supcrtclerk@co.skagit.wa.us
Standard copy fees apply. Letters of Administration, Testamentary, or Guardianship (Form K) cost $5.00 each.
Probate and Guardianship Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Probate filing | $290.00 |
| Notice to creditors (non-probate) | $290.00 |
| Petition admitting rejected will or contesting will | $290.00 |
| Adult guardianship / conservatorship | $310.00 (no fee if assets under $3,000) |
| Minor guardianship / conservatorship | $310.00 (no fee if guardian is a relative) |
| Registration of trust | $290.00 |
| Certification of trust | $20.00 |
| Will-only filing (no probate) | $20.00 |
| Will repository | $20.00 |
| Letters testamentary / administration / guardianship | $5.00 |
All probate-related fees are set by the Skagit County Clerk’s fee schedule and must be paid in advance. The Clerk’s Office can also assist with quasi-judicial functions related to probate, including the issuance of letters testamentary, writs, and other court-related orders.