Mason County Court Records

Mason County court records are official files concerning cases filed or adjudicated within the county. These records include information on civil and criminal matters handled in Mason County courts. They may contain judgments, exhibits, court orders, dockets, calendars, minute entries, decrees, party details, motions, subpoenas, and other information related to a court case. These records are typically created (by the courts) during filings and throughout the hearings or adjudication process.

Generally, Washington court records are maintained by court administration in the county where they are adjudicated. Access to these records promotes transparency and accountability in the judicial system.

Are Court Records Public in Mason County?

Yes. Under the Washington Public Records Act, Mason County court records are considered public and are open for access. This means individuals can request to view, inspect, or obtain copies of case files for legal matters adjudicated in the county by submitting a request to the court or county clerk.

However, per the Washington Courts’ Access to Court Records Rule and General Rule 31.1, some records are exempt from public disclosure. These exemptions include:

• Adoption records
• Mental illness commitment records
• Alcohol and drug treatment commitment records
• Paternity records (except final orders)
• Juvenile non-offender records
• Sealed or expunged court records
• Case-related information protected by attorney-client privilege
• Personal identifying information (e.g., home addresses, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers)
• Intelligence and specific investigative records compiled by law enforcement
• Information about crime victims and witnesses
• Certain family law and guardianship case documents (e.g., confidential information forms, retirement plan orders, notices of intent to relocate, vital statistics forms, and personal health records).

Mason County Court Records Search

Individuals looking to search for Mason County court records should use any of the following:

• In-person, mail, or fax requests to the Mason County court that adjudicated the case
• In-person, mail, or phone requests to the Mason County Clerk
• Online searches on the Washington Courts Online Case Portal (Odyssey)
• Online searches on third-party aggregate websites.

Mason County Courts

Mason County courts include a Superior, District, and Municipal Court. The Superior Court handles felony criminal cases, civil cases, divorces, child custody, protection orders, probate, guardianship, adoptions, and juvenile matters. The District Court adjudicates misdemeanors, civil cases up to $100,000, small claims up to $5,000, traffic infractions, and cases like sexual assault and name change petitions. Meanwhile, the Municipal Court hears and determines infraction cases and misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses within Shelton city limits.

The contact information for Mason County courts is listed below.

Mason County Superior Court
419 North 4th Street
P.O. Box X
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 348.

Mason County District Court
419 North 4th Street
Shelton, WA. 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 339
Fax: (360) 427-7776
Email: districtcourt@masoncountywa.gov.

Shelton Municipal Court
Civic Center
525 West Cota Street, First Floor
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 426-9772
Email: court@sheltonwa.gov.

Mason County Criminal Records

To request criminal records, contact the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Requests to the WSP for criminal history records may be submitted online, by mail, or in person. Online instant background checks are available on the Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH) portal at $11 per subject.

For mail requests, submit a completed “Request for Conviction Criminal History Form” with the processing fee to:

Washington State Patrol
Identification and Background Check Section
P.O. Box 42633
Olympia, WA 98504-2633.

For in-person requests, visit and submit the completed request form at:

Washington State Patrol
Helen Sommers Building
106 11th Avenue Southwest
Olympia, WA 98501.

Information regarding processing fees for mail-in and in-person submissions is available on the WSP’s “Request a Criminal History Report” page.

Get Mason County Civil Court Records

Mason County civil court records include case information and files on civil disputes such as breach of contract, medical malpractice claims, personal injury claims, divorce and family law matters, property disputes, and disputes over the distribution of a deceased person’s estate. The Mason County Clerk is the custodian of records for civil disputes handled in the Superior Court, and the District Court administration manages and dispenses civil case records for the District Court.

To request Superior Court civil case records, contact the Mason County Clerk’s Office in person, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or by phone or email.

Mason County Clerk (clerk of Superior Court)
419 North 4th Street
P.O. Box 340
Shelton WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 346
Email: superiorcourtclerk@masoncountywa.gov.

On the other hand, to request Mason County District Court civil case records, email or fax a completed records request form to the District Court at, or deliver the completed form in person to the District Court at:

Attn: Public Records Officer
Mason County District Court
419 North 4th Street
Shelton, WA 98584
Fax: (360) 427-7776
Email: DistrictCourt@masoncountywa.gov.

Alternatively, use the Washington Courts' Online Case Portal (Odyssey) to search for and access these records online. There is a fee schedule for records research, duplication of court proceedings per tape, and copies of certified court documents from the Mason District Court. The county clerk may also charge fees for releasing copies of court documents.

Mason County Marriage Records

Mason County marriage records are available from the County Auditor’s Office. This office is responsible for issuing marriage licenses, recording marriages, and providing marriage certificates upon request in the county. Individuals can request Mason County marriage records in person, by mail, or by email. Requests must include the couple’s names, wedding date, and location. A valid government-issued ID may be required to process the request. Mail requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and proof of payment. A copy of a marriage certificate costs $3.

Mason County Auditor
411 North 5th Street
P.O. Box 400
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 732.

Alternatively, individuals may use the "Marriage Search & Application" service to find Mason County marriage records online.

Additionally, individuals can get Mason County marriage records from January 1, 1968, onwards from the Washington State Department of Health. To request, fill out the Marriage Certificate Order Form and submit it, along with the processing fee of $25 payment (check or money order), to the Washington state DOH by mail at:

Department of Health
Center for Health Statistics
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507.

Mason County Divorce Records

A Mason County divorce record is an official document detailing the legal dissolution of a marriage, including information about the parties involved, the date of the divorce, and the terms. The Mason County Superior Court handles divorces, and the county clerk maintains the records created.

Any interested party can request a divorce record from the County Clerk's Office in person, by mail, or by email. Requesters should specify the names of the divorcees, the date, and the place of divorce when making their request.

Mason County Clerk
419 North 4th Street
P.O. Box 340
Shelton WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 346
Email: superiorcourtclerk@masoncountywa.gov.

Alternatively, individuals can obtain these records for $25 per copy by submitting a completed divorce certificate order form by mail to the Washington State Department of Health at:

Washington State Department of Health
Center for Health Statistics
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507.

Mason County Birth and Death Records

The Mason County Public Health Department is responsible for birth and death records within the county. These records are available upon request to eligible persons. Those qualified to request a birth or death record include the person named on the record, immediate family members, legal representatives, or others with a tangible interest in the record.

Eligible individuals should use the Mason County Public Health Birth and Death Certificate online ordering system to request these records. Requests are processed Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Public Health Vital Records Office provides birth certificates for Washington births from 1907 to the present and death certificates for deaths occurring after January 1, 2007. For earlier death records, contact the Washington State Department of Health. Certified birth and death certificates cost $25, with an additional $5 non-refundable service and processing fee and $1 for shipping.

For more information concerning Mason County birth and death records, contact:

Mason County Public Health
Vital Records Office
415 North 6th Street
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-967- ex. 400
Fax: (360) 427-7787
Email: vitalrecords@masoncountywa.gov.

Mason County birth records are used to prove identity, obtain passports, and screen individuals for social services, such as Social Security Numbers (SSN). On the other hand, Mason County death records are required for settling estates, claiming insurance, and processing survivor benefits.

Mason County Probate Court Records

Mason County probate court records include documents and information concerning will, estate, and guardianship cases handled in the Superior Court. The county clerk is the custodian of these records. To obtain Mason County probate case records, individuals should contact the Mason County Clerk's office in person, by email, or by phone.

Mason County Clerk
419 North 4th Street
P.O. Box 340
Shelton WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 346
Email: superiorcourtclerk@masoncountywa.gov.

Alternatively, record seekers may use the Washington Courts' Online Case Portal (Odyssey) to lookup these records online (if available).

Mason County Property Records

Mason County property records contain files on real and personal property located within Mason County. These files typically contain different information, including property ownership details, mortgages, property evaluation, tax information, liens, maps, plats, etc.

The County Assessor’s Office is responsible for these records and provides access to them upon request. Interested parties may direct their request to the assessor's office to obtain or access these records in Mason County.

411 North 5th Street
P.O. Box J
County Building 1, 2nd floor
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 Ext: 491.

Interested parties can also access these records online via the Taxsifter portal. On the portal, searches for Mason County real and personal property records can be conducted by parcel number, property owner’s name, and property address.

Alternatively, individuals may contact the Mason County Auditor’s Office to lookup or request copies of property documents recorded by the office. This may be done in person at the auditor’s office or online through the Mason County Auditor's public access website.

Mason County Auditor
P.O. Box 400
411 North 5th Street
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670 ext. 467.

Mason County Court Records Online

Individuals can find Mason County court records online. Most public agencies maintain online repositories through which the public can search for and find public records. These repositories are mostly available through the record custodian's website.

Besides official online resources, individuals can use third-party websites to access Mason County court records online. Third-party sites aggregate public information from different official sources, including courthouses, and offer convenient access to them through publicly available online databases. Interested parties may search Washingtoncourtrecords.us to find a Mason County court record using the name of case parties, case number, and location.

Note: records on these sites may not be accurate or up-to-date as they operate independently of government agencies. Individuals who use third-party sites should verify information obtained from them with official sources, especially if they are to be used for official purposes.