Ferry County, WA Courts and Public Records
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The Ferry County Superior Court is the general trial court for the county. The county clerk keeps the official court records for cases heard there.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Ferry County Superior Court |
| Court Type | General trial court (Washington Superior Courts are one per county) |
| Clerk of the Court | County Clerk (superior court clerk) |
| Website | courts.wa.gov |
| Online Case Search | JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov |
How to Search Ferry County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Ferry County court records.
Online
Go to courts.wa.gov and open JIS-Link.
Search by name or case number, then open the case record.
Confirm any fees on the site before you search.
Best for: Quick case lookups
In Person
Go to the Ferry County Clerk's office.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Confirm the office address on courts.wa.gov before you visit.
Best for: Records not available online
By Clerk Contact
Contact the Ferry County Clerk to confirm how to submit a request.
Ask which request channels the clerk accepts.
Confirm the expected response time with the clerk.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit
Search by Name on WashingtonCourts.org
Go to WashingtonCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Ferry County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Ferry County courts handled an estimated 673 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 692. The estimate scales Washington statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~673
Total filings in CY 2024
~692
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~673
Filings per judicial position (1 estimated positions)
~+1.5%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~673 | ~663 | ~+1.5% |
| Total Dispositions | ~692 | ~663 | ~+4.4% |
| Criminal Filings | ~455 | ~445 | ~+2.2% |
| Civil Filings | ~180 | ~180 | ~+0.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~30 | ~30 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~14 | ~14 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~9 | ~9 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~7 | ~7 | ~+0.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Ferry County's 0.09% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Ferry County?
Estimated total filings in Ferry County moved up over the last five years; dispositions are estimated at a similar level.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2024 | ~673 | ~692 | ~+1.5% |
| CY 2023 | ~663 | ~663 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2022 | ~654 | ~645 | ~+7.7% |
| CY 2021 | ~607 | ~616 | ~-3.0% |
| CY 2020 | ~626 | ~616 | ~-3.0% |
Estimated filings changed +7.5% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 626 to 673. The largest annual change was +7.7% in CY 2022. The latest change of +1.5% reflects statewide Washington trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Ferry County's 0.09% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ferry County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Ferry County, at about 67.6% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~455 | ~67.6% | ~+2.2% |
| Civil | ~180 | ~26.7% | ~+0.0% |
| Family law | ~30 | ~4.5% | ~+0.0% |
| Probate | ~14 | ~2.1% | ~+0.0% |
| Mental health | ~9 | ~1.3% | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile | ~7 | ~1.0% | ~+0.0% |
Criminal cases are estimated as the fastest-growing category and civil cases as the fastest-falling. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Ferry County's 0.09% share of the state population.
How Does Ferry County Compare With Washington Overall?
Ferry County is estimated to account for about 0.09% of the 710,000 cases filed in Washington courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Ferry County | Washington | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~673 | 710,000 | ~0.09% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.5% | +1.4% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~673 | 1,775 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~692 | 1,825 | Estimated at the state level |
| Criminal share of filings | ~67.6% | 67.6% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Civil share of filings | ~26.8% | 26.8% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Family law share of filings | ~4.5% | 4.5% | Same as state (estimate) |
These county values are estimates built from statewide Washington figures, so they track the state mix by design. Actual county dockets may differ. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Ferry County's 0.09% share of the state population.
Ferry County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Washington statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Ferry County. Agency reporting may be incomplete, and county crime counts are not available here. Statewide violent and property crimes combined fell 20.1% from 2024 to 2025. In 2025, reporting agencies covered about 97.7% of Washington's population, so year-over-year changes can partly reflect which agencies reported.
22,798
Violent crimes, Washington statewide, 2025
157,507
Property crimes, Washington statewide, 2025 (includes arson)
284.9
Violent crime rate per 100K, Washington statewide, 2025 (population 8,001,020)
-20.1%
Change in total violent plus property crimes, Washington statewide, 2025 vs 2024 (180,305 vs 225,760)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 234 | 2.9 | 304 | -23.0% |
| Rape | 3,120 | 39.0 | 3,212 | -2.9% |
| Robbery | 4,140 | 51.7 | 5,388 | -23.2% |
| Aggravated assault | 15,304 | 191.3 | 17,373 | -11.9% |
| Violent crimes total | 22,798 | 284.9 | 26,277 | -13.2% |
| Burglary | 24,862 | 310.7 | 32,152 | -22.7% |
| Larceny-theft | 111,515 | 1393.8 | 131,566 | -15.2% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 20,206 | 252.5 | 34,655 | -41.7% |
| Property crimes total | 157,507 | 1968.6 | 199,483 | -21.0% |
Rates use the Washington 2025 population of 8,001,020. County-level rates are not published, so this section does not compare Ferry County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Ferry County Courthouse Locations
Ferry County court proceedings are held at the Ferry County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry County Courthouse | 350 E Delaware Avenue, Republic, WA 99166 | (509) 775-5225 ext. 2505 | See location page |
Addresses and phone numbers come from public directory listings and may change, so confirm them with the clerk before you visit.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Ferry County?
In Ferry County, Washington, local matters are handled by the Superior Court of Ferry County and by district or municipal courts for lower-level cases.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court or municipal court serving Ferry County | Traffic infractions are handled by the district court or the city municipal court where the ticket was issued. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket (municipal or district court) | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing city's municipal court or the district court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court or municipal court in Ferry County | Misdemeanors are heard in the courts of limited jurisdiction. |
| Felony | Superior Court of Ferry County | Felony cases are heard in superior court. |
| DUI | District Court or municipal court in Ferry County | DUI is commonly charged as a gross misdemeanor in a court of limited jurisdiction. |
| Domestic violence | District Court, municipal court, or Superior Court of Ferry County | Criminal charges go to the limited-jurisdiction court or superior court by level; protection orders may be filed in either. |
| Civil lawsuit | Superior Court of Ferry County | Civil lawsuits are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Small claims | Small claims division of District Court, Ferry County | Small claims are filed in the district court serving the area. |
| Eviction | Superior Court of Ferry County | Eviction (unlawful detainer) cases are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court of Ferry County | Divorce is filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court of Ferry County | Custody and support cases are handled in superior court. |
| Probate or estate | Superior Court of Ferry County | Probate and estate matters are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court of Ferry County, Juvenile Division | Juvenile matters are handled in superior court. |
| Appeal | Washington Court of Appeals or Supreme Court | Appeals go to the Court of Appeals, and some go directly to the Supreme Court. Federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Are Ferry County Court Records Public?
Most court records in Ferry County are open to the public, but some records are restricted or confidential under Washington law or court order.
Public records
Many case records in the Superior Court are open for inspection through the county clerk.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed records and records made confidential by law or court order are not available without authorization.
Online access
Case information is searchable through JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov. Online results may show case information rather than every document.
In-person access
Visit the Ferry County Clerk's office to view or request records. Confirm the address on courts.wa.gov first.
How to Search Ferry County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Ferry County through Washington's statewide court record tools and the county clerk.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, or family.
- Choose the official portal: Find Court Records or the Odyssey Portal.
- Search by name or case number.
- Review the case details, hearing dates, and outcomes.
- Request documents that are not online from the clerk or court in Ferry County.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Odyssey Portal and Find Court Records | Superior court criminal case information in participating counties; limited-jurisdiction court cases use separate local or statewide search tools. | Not all counties use the Odyssey Portal; documents are typically available from the county clerk. |
| Traffic | Find Court Records | Traffic infraction cases are searched through the statewide record search or the local district or municipal court. | Not part of the superior court Odyssey Portal. |
| Civil | Odyssey Portal | Superior court civil case information in participating counties. | Anonymous users generally see case information but not documents; documents are available from the clerk. |
| Small claims | Find Court Records | District court small claims records are found through the statewide search or the local district court. | Not in the superior court portal; ask the district court for documents. |
| Family law | Odyssey Portal | Superior court family case information in participating counties. | Confidential and sealed records are not available, and documents usually require the clerk. |
| Probate | Odyssey Portal | Superior court probate case information in participating counties. | Document access varies by county; contact the Ferry County clerk. |
| Juvenile | County Clerk, Superior Court of Ferry County (restricted access) | Juvenile records are generally confidential. | Do not expect juvenile cases to appear in public online search. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ferry County
Payment options for Ferry County fines and citations are not confirmed on this page, so contact the county clerk to learn how to pay.
Check courts.wa.gov for the official court contact details and any payment information the court publishes.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court.
Ferry County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Ferry County court records?
Use JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov to search by name or case number, or contact the County Clerk.
Are Ferry County court records public?
Most are open to the public, but sealed and confidential records are restricted by law or court order.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number on JIS-Link at courts.wa.gov, or ask the County Clerk for help.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, look up the case on JIS-Link, or contact the County Clerk.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Payment options are not confirmed here, so contact the County Clerk or check courts.wa.gov for official details.
How many cases are filed in Ferry County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so no annual case total is available for this page.
What is the most common type of case in Ferry County?
Case type counts for the county are not published here, so no most common type can be stated.
What was the crime trend in the latest year?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 13.2% to 22,798 in 2025 from 26,277 in 2024, and property crimes fell 21.0% to 157,507 from 199,483, as reported to the FBI. These are Washington statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Useful Links
- Washington Courts - Home Official website for Washington Courts, providing access to court information, case records, and various legal resources statewide.
- Superior Court - Ferry County Official Ferry County Superior Court page with information on services, court staff, location, and jurisdictional details.
- Washington Courts - Odyssey Portal Online portal for accessing Washington trial court case management records, including dockets and documents from various courts.
- District Court - Ferry County Ferry County District Court webpage offering court contact information, location, schedule, and case handling jurisdiction information.
- WashingtonLawHelp.org - Free Legal Help Free legal information and self-help materials for Washington residents on a variety of court and legal topics.
- Washington State Bar Association - Home Professional organization offering resources for finding attorneys, legal education, and professional conduct in Washington State.
- Washington State Courts Historical Court Cases Resource offering access to historical court case summaries and documents preserved by Washington courts.
- Northwest Justice Project - Legal Assistance Non-profit organization providing free civil legal services to low-income individuals in Washington State.
- Washington Courts - Court Forms Comprehensive list of court forms for various legal proceedings submitted in the Washington court system.
- Washington Policy Center - Legal Analyses Policy research organization offering analyses on legal and governmental policy issues in Washington State.
- Washington State Department of Social and Health Services State department providing programs and services related to legal issues such as child support and family law.
- Washington State Office of the Attorney General Official site for the Washington Attorney General offering legal service information and resources to residents.
- Ferry County Sheriff's Office Provides law enforcement resources, public records access, and information on legal services specific to Ferry County.
- National Register - Washington Psychology Licensing Guides on psychological service legal considerations and licensing laws for practitioners operating in Washington State.
- ACLU of Washington - Protecting Civil Rights Advocacy group providing legal support and resources on civil liberties issues in Washington State.
- Washington Courts - Appellate and Trial Courts Provides access to appellate court opinions, dockets, and trial court information throughout Washington State.
- Washington Courts - Education and Resources Educational materials and resources for the public and legal professionals related to Washington’s court systems.
- Protection Orders - Washington State Information on obtaining protection orders in Washington, including guidelines and resources for obtaining legal protection.
- Prosecuting Attorney - Ferry County Provides contact and service details for the prosecuting attorney's office catering to Ferry County’s legal proceedings.
- Washington Safety Coalition - Legal Safety Resources Coalition offering safety guidelines and legal support resources to promote public safety across Washington State.
Table of Contents
- Ferry County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Ferry County Court Records
- Ferry County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Ferry County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ferry County?
- How Does Ferry County Compare With Washington Overall?
- Ferry County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Ferry County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Ferry County?
- Are Ferry County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Ferry County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ferry County
- Ferry County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links