Snohomish County Court Records

Snohomish County court records are official documents that provide information on legal matters that take place in the county. They typically contain the following:

• Case filings
• Judgments
• Dockets
• Court transcripts
• Petitions
• Motions
• Depositions

Snohomish County courts, including Superior, District, and Municipal Courts, maintain court records to ensure transparency and promote public trust. Court records filed in the county are also useful for research purposes and serve as precedents for future cases. In general, court records ensure accountability within the Snohomish County court system.

Are Court Records Public in Snohomish County?

Yes, members of the public can access public court records per Chapter 42.56 of the Revised Code of Washington. The state law allows public access to criminal court records, civil case files, and probate records. However, court records containing sensitive and confidential information are not publicly accessible. Examples of such restricted court records in Snohomish County include juvenile, adoption, divorce, mental health, and drug treatment court records.

Snohomish County Court Records Search

Interested persons can search Snohomish County court records online and offline. Each county court has designated record custodians tasked with maintaining and disseminating public court records. To obtain court records offline, requesters can send mail or email requests to the relevant record custodian or contact them by phone. They can also get copies of court records by visiting designated record custodian offices in Snohomish County. Some record custodians maintain online portals for court records searches within the county. Requesters can also complete Snohomish County court record searches using the following online databases:

• Washington State Courts
• Washington State Archives
• Third-party websites

Snohomish County Court Records Search by Name

Interested persons can access Snohomish County court records quickly by providing names of the parties involved in the cases. Such parties may include the defendants, plaintiffs, offenders, attorneys, or presiding judges. Requesters should provide any of these names when making phone, mail, or in-person requests for name-based Snohomish County court records or while searching using online repositories. Name-based court record searches in Snohomish County are not free. The cost varies depending on the type of court records, the number of copies, whether the records will be certified, and the search method.

Snohomish County Courts

The Snohomish County court system comprises four trial courts: the Superior, District, Juvenile, and Municipal Courts. The Superior Court presides over criminal and civil cases beyond the jurisdiction of the District, Juvenile, and Municipal Courts. Meanwhile, misdemeanors, felony preliminary trials, and civil claims not more than $100,000 are within the jurisdiction of the Snohomish County District Court. The Juvenile Court presides over juvenile delinquencies and other legal matters related to minors. Cities and towns in Snohomish County have Municipal Courts to help resolve traffic offenses and ordinance violations within their jurisdictions.

All the courts in Snohomish County and their contact information are listed below:

Snohomish County Superior Court
Snohomish County Courthouse
3000 Rockefeller Avenue, MS 502
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3421
Email: superiorcourtadmin@snoco.org

Snohomish County District Court (Cascade Division)
415 East Burke Avenue
Arlington, WA 98223
Phone: (360) 435-7700
Fax: (360) 435-7701

Snohomish County District Court (Everett Division)
3000 Rockefeller Avenue, MS 508
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3331
Fax: (425) 388-3565

Snohomish County District Court (Evergreen Division)
14414 179th Avenue SE
Monroe, WA 98272
Phone: (360) 805-6776
Fax: (360) 805-6755

Snohomish County District Court (South Division)
20520 68th Avenue W
Lynnwood, WA 98036-7406
Phone: (425) 744-6800
Fax: (425) 744-6820

Snohomish County Juvenile Court
Denney Juvenile Justice Center
2801 10th Street
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-7800
Fax: (425) 388-7882

Edmonds Municipal Court
250 5th Avenue North
Edmonds, WA 98020
Phone: (425) 771-0210
Fax: (425) 771-0269
Email: EdmCourt@EdmondsWa.gov

Everett Municipal Court
3028 Wetmore Avenue
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (866) 420-7961
Fax: (425) 257-8678
Email: municipalcourt@everettwa.gov

Lynnwood Municipal Court
19321 44th Avenue West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
Phone: (425) 670-5100
Fax: (425) 774-7039
Email: Justice@LynnwoodWA.gov

Marysville Municipal Court
1015 State Avenue
Marysville, WA 98270
Phone: (360) 363-8050
Fax: (360) 657-2960

Monroe Municipal Court
806 W Main Street
Monroe, WA 98272
Phone: (360) 863-4548
Fax: (360) 794-4007
Email: phaley@monroewa.gov

Snohomish County Superior Court Case Search

The Clerk of the Superior Court in Snohomish County maintains court records filed in the county’s Superior Court. Public court records available at the Superior Court Clerk’s Office include felony-related criminal case files and civil court documents involving lawsuits above $100,000. Requesters can use the Washington Odyssey Portal – Smart Search to find limited case information online at no cost. Frequent online users may need to pay for the Odyssey Portal Subscription to find detailed case files. Alternatively, requesters can visit or mail completed Copy Request Forms to the Superior Court Clerk in Snohomish County located at:

3000 Rockefeller Ave
MS 605, Room M206
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3466
Email: contact.clerk@snoco.org

Snohomish County District Court Records

Snohomish County District Court records are official documents showing criminal and civil proceedings handled by the county's District Court. The Snohomish County District Court hears misdemeanors and civil claims not more than $100,000. Case files created in Snohomish County's District Court are available online through the Washington State Case Search platform. Requesters can obtain copies of Snohomish County District Court records by mail, email, or in person at:

Snohomish County District Court
3000 Rockefeller Ave, MS 508
Everett, WA 98201
Email: SDC-PubDisclosure@snoco.org

Snohomish County Criminal Records

Snohomish County criminal records contain information regarding the criminal activities of offenders in the county. Individuals interested in obtaining Snohomish County arrest records  and criminal information can contact the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office at:

3000 Rockefeller Avenue
MS 606
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3393
Email: contact.sheriff@snoco.org

Criminal records may be available at local police departments in Snohomish County. Interested persons can use the Washington Access to Criminal History (WATCH) to run background checks. To search the WATCH platform, requesters must provide the offenders' names and birthdates. Employers and record owners can obtain accurate criminal records by performing fingerprint-based searches. Fingerprint capturing at one of the state-recognized fingerprint locations is necessary to access accurate criminal records on WATCH. Note that a name-based criminal record search costs $11 per search, while a fingerprint-based search costs $58.

Snohomish County Criminal Court Case Lookup

Criminal Court records in Snohomish County contain offenders' names, charges, evidence, court judgments, and appeals. Interested persons can search Snohomish County criminal court cases online using the Odyssey Portal. They may be able to access felony-related criminal proceedings. Criminal case files involving misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and ordinance violations may be accessed on the Washington State Case Search.

Get Snohomish County Civil Court Records

Snohomish County civil court records are official documents related to civil lawsuits within the county. These documents contain case filings, complaints, pleadings, summons, motions, and orders. The Superior Court Clerk and Public Records Officer maintains different civil court records. Interested persons may search for Snohomish County Civil Court records by contacting the District Court public records officer at:

Snohomish County District Court
3000 Rockefeller Ave, MS 508
Everett, WA 98201
Email: SDC-PubDisclosure@snoco.org

Civil court records not available at the District Court may be obtained at the Superior Court Clerk's Office at:

3000 Rockefeller Ave
MS 605, Room M206
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3466
Email: contact.clerk@snoco.org

Civil court records in Snohomish County may also be accessed online using the Washington Case Search.

Snohomish County Family Court Records

Snohomish County family court records show legal proceedings involving family law cases within the county. The Family Court Division of the Superior Court handles family matters such as child support/custody, divorce, and domestic abuse cases. The Superior Court Clerk in Snohomish County maintains and disseminates family court records to interested persons. To obtain family court records, requesters can submit written requests by mail or in person to the Clerk of the Superior Court at:

3000 Rockefeller Ave
MS 605, Room M206
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3466
Email: contact.clerk@snoco.org

Some family court records may be accessed online through the Odyssey Portal. Note that records involving minors are not open to the public.

Snohomish Dissolution of Marriage Records

Snohomish County dissolution of marriage records are created when couples in the county legally end their marriages. These records contain terms and conditions of the dissolution, such as spousal support, property division, visitation rights, and child custody. The Superior Court Clerk is tasked with providing dissolution of marriage records to record owners and legal representatives. Eligible persons can mail completed request forms to the Superior Court Clerk's Office at:

3000 Rockefeller Ave
MS 605, Room M206
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3466
Email: contact.clerk@snoco.org

Snohomish County Marriage and Divorce Records

Snohomish County marriage and divorce records are official documents containing information on when residents marry and divorce. These records are open to the public. The Snohomish County Auditor provides marriage certificates, while divorce certificates are available at the Superior Court Clerk's Office. Requesters can look up marriage records online. Alternatively, they can submit completed request forms by mail, phone, or in person to the Recording Division of the County Advisor at:

Snohomish County Auditor’s Office - Recording Division
3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 204
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3483
Email: recording@snoco.org
Available hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Washington State Department of Health also disseminates marriage and divorce certificates created from 1968 to date. To obtain these records, interested persons can complete and mail marriage/divorce request forms to the state's DOH at:

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

Note that marriage and divorce certificates cost $25 per certified copy. Requesters must include money orders or checks made payable to the DOH.

Snohomish Birth and Death Records

Snohomish County birth and death records provide information on the births and deaths of residents living in the county. The documents are typically used for demographic analysis and genealogical research. County residents also request birth and death certificates to claim inheritance and estates. The Snohomish County Health Department also provides death and birth certificates to eligible applicants. Requesters can obtain these records by submitting birth or death request forms by mail or in person to the county's health department located at:

Snohomish County Health Department
Vital Records
3020 Rucker Avenue, Suite 104
Everett, WA 98201
Available hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday

When visiting the county health department, requesters should have the required information handy, such as record owners' names, birth/death dates, and the city where the critical life events occurred. It is also vital to bring valid IDs and proof of eligibility documents. The county’s health department charges $25 to obtain a copy of a birth record or death certificate.

Snohomish County Probate Court Records

Probate court records in Snohomish County contain legal matters involving estate administration of decedents, will disputes, conservatorships, and guardianships. The Superior Court Clerk maintains probate records in the county. Anyone can view Snohomish County probate records via the Odyssey Portal by providing party names or file numbers on the portal. They can also request probate court records by submitting mail request forms to the Superior Court Clerk at:

3000 Rockefeller Ave
MS 605, Room M206
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3466
Email: contact.clerk@snoco.org

Snohomish County Property Records

Snohomish County property records refer to public documents showing deeds, liens, title interests, and real estate transactions in the county. These records are used to obtain mortgages or protect real estate from false claims. The Snohomish County Auditor's Office creates and stores property records in the county. Members of the public can search Snohomish County property records online or contact the county's auditor at:

Snohomish County Auditor’s Office - Recording Division
3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 204
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-3483
Email: recording@snoco.org
Available hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Snohomish County Court Records Online

Interested persons can use third-party online platforms like Washingtoncourtrecords.us to obtain Snohomish County court records online. These platforms offer time-saving and convenient ways of accessing Snohomish County court records. However, some online databases contain incomplete and inaccurate information. Individuals should cross-check information on third-party sites with official records to ensure accuracy and reliability.