Franklin County, WA Courts and Public Records
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The Franklin 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 | Franklin 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 Franklin County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin 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
Franklin County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Franklin County courts handled an estimated 9,032 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 9,287. The estimate scales Washington statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~9,032
Total filings in CY 2024
~9,287
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~1,806
Filings per judicial position (5 estimated positions)
~+1.4%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~9,032 | ~8,905 | ~+1.4% |
| Total Dispositions | ~9,287 | ~8,905 | ~+4.3% |
| Criminal Filings | ~6,106 | ~5,979 | ~+2.1% |
| Civil Filings | ~2,417 | ~2,417 | ~+0.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~407 | ~407 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~191 | ~191 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~127 | ~127 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~89 | ~89 | ~+0.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~5 | ~5 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Franklin County's 1.27% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Franklin County?
Estimated total filings in Franklin 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 | ~9,032 | ~9,287 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2023 | ~8,905 | ~8,905 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2022 | ~8,778 | ~8,650 | ~+7.8% |
| CY 2021 | ~8,142 | ~8,269 | ~-3.0% |
| CY 2020 | ~8,396 | ~8,269 | ~-3.0% |
Estimated filings changed +7.6% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 8,396 to 9,032. The largest annual change was +7.8% in CY 2022. The latest change of +1.4% reflects statewide Washington trends. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Franklin County's 1.27% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Franklin County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Franklin County, at about 67.6% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~6,106 | ~67.6% | ~+2.1% |
| Civil | ~2,417 | ~26.8% | ~+0.0% |
| Family law | ~407 | ~4.5% | ~+0.0% |
| Probate | ~191 | ~2.1% | ~+0.0% |
| Mental health | ~127 | ~1.4% | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile | ~89 | ~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 Franklin County's 1.27% share of the state population.
How Does Franklin County Compare With Washington Overall?
Franklin County is estimated to account for about 1.27% of the 710,000 cases filed in Washington courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Franklin County | Washington | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~9,032 | 710,000 | ~1.27% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.4% | +1.4% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,806 | 1,775 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,857 | 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 Franklin County's 1.27% share of the state population.
Franklin County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Washington statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Franklin 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 Franklin County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Franklin County Courthouse Locations
Franklin County court proceedings are held at the Franklin County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County Courthouse | 1016 N 4th Avenue, Pasco, WA 99301 | 509-545-3525 | 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 Franklin County?
In Franklin County, Washington, local matters are handled by the Superior Court of Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County | Misdemeanors are heard in the courts of limited jurisdiction. |
| Felony | Superior Court of Franklin County | Felony cases are heard in superior court. |
| DUI | District Court or municipal court in Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County | Civil lawsuits are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Small claims | Small claims division of District Court, Franklin County | Small claims are filed in the district court serving the area. |
| Eviction | Superior Court of Franklin County | Eviction (unlawful detainer) cases are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court of Franklin County | Divorce is filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court of Franklin County | Custody and support cases are handled in superior court. |
| Probate or estate | Superior Court of Franklin County | Probate and estate matters are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court of Franklin 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 Franklin County Court Records Public?
Most court records in Franklin 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 Franklin County Clerk's office to view or request records. Confirm the address on courts.wa.gov first.
How to Search Franklin County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County clerk. |
| Juvenile | County Clerk, Superior Court of Franklin 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 Franklin County
Payment options for Franklin 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.
Franklin County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Franklin County court records?
Use JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov to search by name or case number, or contact the County Clerk.
Are Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin 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.
Courts in the County
Pasco Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 1016 N. 4th Avenue D, Pasco, WA, 99301 |
| Phone Number: | (509) 545-3491 |
| Fax: | (509) 545-3494 |
| Website: | https://www.pasco-wa.gov/161/Municipal-Court |
Useful Links
- Franklin County Clerk - Official Website - Access public court records, legal forms, and information about the Franklin County Clerk's office.
- Franklin County District Court - Home - Find case information, court calendars, and contact details for Franklin County District Court.
- Washington State Courts - Court Forms - Locate statewide court forms and instructions for Washington State judicial proceedings and filings.
- Washington Courts - Public Access - Search and access public court records and schedules via the Washington Courts public access portal.
- Franklin County Superior Court - The Official Website - Discover case details, court hearings, and procedural information for Franklin County Superior Court.
- Washington State Bar Association - Legal Assistance - Get legal guidance, resources, and attorney referrals from the Washington State Bar Association.
- LawHelp Washington - Free Legal Help - Access free legal information and self-help resources specifically for residents of Washington State.
- Washington State Court News Publications - Stay updated with the latest news, reports, and publications from the Washington State Courts.
- Juror Information - Jury Duty in Washington - Guidelines and requirements for serving on a jury in Washington State, including Franklin County.
- Franklin County Prosecutor - Official Portal - Access information about the Franklin County Prosecutor's office, including public safety resources.
- Public Defender Services - Franklin County - Learn about the public defense services available for qualifying individuals in Franklin County.
- Administrative Office of the Courts - Washington State - General information and support services provided by Washington State’s Administrative Office of the Courts.
- Public Records Request - Franklin County - Request public court records or documents filed within Franklin County through the Clerk's office.
- Washington State Office of the Attorney General - Find consumer protection resources and legal advocacy through the Washington State Attorney General’s office.
- Washington LawHelp - Courts & Agencies - Access comprehensive legal self-help materials and references to local agency services in Washington.
- Washington Courts Education Materials - Educational resources and materials about the court system in Washington state for students and educators.
- Franklin County Sheriff’s Office - Records Division - Obtain sheriff’s records, reports, and fingerprinting services through the Franklin County Sheriff's office.
- WSU Extension Franklin County Resources - Community resources and educational outreach services offered by the Washington State University Extension.
- Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO - Advocacy and union-led support services for labor and employment issues within Washington State.
- Fingerprinting & Background Checks - WA DOL - Information on obtaining fingerprinting and background checks through the Washington Department of Licensing.
Table of Contents
- Franklin County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Franklin County Court Records
- Franklin County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Franklin County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Franklin County?
- How Does Franklin County Compare With Washington Overall?
- Franklin County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Franklin County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Franklin County?
- Are Franklin County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Franklin County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Franklin County
- Franklin County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links