Kitsap County, WA Courts and Public Records
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The Superior Court is Washington's general trial court for Kitsap County, and the County Clerk keeps its official court records. Washington also has courts of limited jurisdiction, such as district and municipal courts, that handle other matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Superior Court of Washington for Kitsap County |
| Court Records Keeper | County Clerk (superior court clerk) |
| Handles | General trial matters for the county, including felony cases |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases, which are heard in the U.S. District Court for Washington; limited-jurisdiction matters, which are heard in district and municipal courts |
| Online Case Search | JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov |
How to Search Kitsap County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. The County Clerk keeps Kitsap County court records.
Online
Go to JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov to search statewide case information.
Look up cases using the name or case number you have.
Review the case details the portal shows you.
Best for: Quick lookups of case information
In Person
Go to the Kitsap County Clerk's office to request court records.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which office or division holds your case.
Best for: Copies and records the online search does not provide
By Phone
Contact the Kitsap County Clerk's office to ask how to request records.
Ask what the clerk needs before you send a request.
Have the case number and party names ready.
Best for: Confirming what the clerk needs first
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
Kitsap County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Kitsap County courts handled an estimated 25,107 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 25,815. The estimate scales Washington statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~25,107
Total filings in CY 2024
~25,815
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~1,793
Filings per judicial position (14 estimated positions)
~+1.4%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~25,107 | ~24,754 | ~+1.4% |
| Total Dispositions | ~25,815 | ~24,754 | ~+4.3% |
| Criminal Filings | ~16,974 | ~16,620 | ~+2.1% |
| Civil Filings | ~6,719 | ~6,719 | ~+0.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~1,132 | ~1,132 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~530 | ~530 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~354 | ~354 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~248 | ~248 | ~+0.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~14 | ~14 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Kitsap County's 3.54% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Kitsap County?
Estimated total filings in Kitsap 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 | ~25,107 | ~25,815 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2023 | ~24,754 | ~24,754 | ~+1.5% |
| CY 2022 | ~24,400 | ~24,046 | ~+7.8% |
| CY 2021 | ~22,632 | ~22,986 | ~-3.0% |
| CY 2020 | ~23,339 | ~22,986 | ~-3.0% |
Estimated filings changed +7.6% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 23,339 to 25,107. 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 Kitsap County's 3.54% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Kitsap County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Kitsap County, at about 67.6% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~16,974 | ~67.6% | ~+2.1% |
| Civil | ~6,719 | ~26.8% | ~+0.0% |
| Family law | ~1,132 | ~4.5% | ~+0.0% |
| Probate | ~530 | ~2.1% | ~+0.0% |
| Mental health | ~354 | ~1.4% | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile | ~248 | ~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 Kitsap County's 3.54% share of the state population.
How Does Kitsap County Compare With Washington Overall?
Kitsap County is estimated to account for about 3.54% of the 710,000 cases filed in Washington courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Kitsap County | Washington | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~25,107 | 710,000 | ~3.54% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.4% | +1.4% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,793 | 1,775 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,844 | 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 Kitsap County's 3.54% share of the state population.
Kitsap County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Washington statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Kitsap 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 Kitsap County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Kitsap County Courthouse Locations
Kitsap County court proceedings are held at the Kitsap County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitsap County Courthouse | 614 Division Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366 | 360-337-7164 | 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 Kitsap County?
In Kitsap County, Washington, local matters are handled by the Superior Court of Kitsap 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 Kitsap 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 Kitsap County | Misdemeanors are heard in the courts of limited jurisdiction. |
| Felony | Superior Court of Kitsap County | Felony cases are heard in superior court. |
| DUI | District Court or municipal court in Kitsap 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 Kitsap 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 Kitsap County | Civil lawsuits are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Small claims | Small claims division of District Court, Kitsap County | Small claims are filed in the district court serving the area. |
| Eviction | Superior Court of Kitsap County | Eviction (unlawful detainer) cases are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court of Kitsap County | Divorce is filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court of Kitsap County | Custody and support cases are handled in superior court. |
| Probate or estate | Superior Court of Kitsap County | Probate and estate matters are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court of Kitsap 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 Kitsap County Court Records Public?
Yes, court records in Kitsap County are generally open to the public, with exceptions for records restricted by law or court order.
Public records
The County Clerk keeps the official court records for Kitsap County and makes them available for inspection, subject to the exceptions below.
Restricted or confidential records
Records that are sealed, confidential under law, or restricted by court order are not available to the public. Ask the County Clerk which records apply to your case.
Online access
Look up case information through JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov. Online results may not show every document, so request any document that is not online from the clerk.
In-person access
Visit the Kitsap County Clerk's office to view or request records. Ask the clerk which office holds your case.
How to Search Kitsap County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Kitsap 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 Kitsap 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 Kitsap County clerk. |
| Juvenile | County Clerk, Superior Court of Kitsap 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 Kitsap County
Payment options for Kitsap County court fines and citations are not listed here, so contact the County Clerk to confirm how to pay.
Parking tickets are generally handled by the agency that issued the ticket, not by the court.
Kitsap County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Kitsap County court records?
Go to JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov to search statewide case information by name or case number, or contact the County Clerk.
Are Kitsap County court records public?
Generally yes, with exceptions for records that are sealed, confidential under law, or restricted by court order.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number in JIS-Link on courts.wa.gov, or contact the County Clerk for help.
How do I find a court date?
Check your notice or ticket, or contact the County Clerk to confirm the court date on your case.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Payment options for Kitsap County are not listed here, so contact the County Clerk to confirm how to pay.
How many cases are filed in Kitsap County each year?
County filing counts for Kitsap County are not published here.
What is the most common type of case?
County case-type counts for Kitsap County are not published here.
Is crime in Kitsap County rising or falling?
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
Kitsap County Superior CourtMore Info
| Address: | 614 Division St. , Port Orchard, WA, 98366 |
| Phone Number: | 360-337-7140 |
| Fax: | 360-337-4673 |
| Website: | https://www.kitsapgov.com/sc/Pages/default.aspx |
Bremerton Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 550 Park Ave, Bremerton, WA, 98337 |
| Phone Number: | 360-473-5260 |
| Fax: | 360-473-5262 |
| Website: | https://www.bremertonwa.gov/156/Municipal-Court |
Port Orchard Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 216 Prospect Street, Port, WA, 98366 |
| Phone Number: | (360) 876-1701 |
| Fax: | 360) 895-3071 |
| Website: | https://www.cityofportorchard.us/departments/municipal-court/ |
Bainbridge-Island Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 10255 NE Valley Road, Bainbridge-Island, WA, 98110 |
| Phone Number: | 206-842-5641 |
| Fax: | 206-842-0316 |
| Website: | https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/150/Municipal-Court |
Poulsbo Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 200 NE Moe St, Poulsbo, WA, 98370 |
| Phone Number: | 360.779.9846 |
| Fax: | 360.779.1584 |
| Website: | https://cityofpoulsbo.com/poulsbo-municipal-court/ |
Useful Links
- Kitsap County Clerk - Official Court Records & Filing Services : The Kitsap County Clerk's official website provides access to court records, filing services, and other court-related information.
- Kitsap County Superior Court - Home : Offers information on Superior Court operations, case schedules, contact details, and resources for legal proceedings.
- Washington Courts - Access to Court Records, Legal News & Updates : Official site for public court records, legal forms, and information on the Washington State judiciary system.
- Kitsap County District Court - Information Portal : Resource for district court cases, schedules, forms, and general court services information in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office - Criminal Justice Services : Provides details on the functions, contacts, and services offered by the Kitsap County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
- Kitsap County Public Defender's Office - Legal Defense Services : Offers information on legal defense services for individuals in need of a public defender in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap Legal Services - Free Legal Help : Non-profit organization offering free legal assistance and resources for low-income residents of Kitsap County.
- Washington LawHelp - Free Legal Information & Resources : Offers free legal information and resources useful for understanding state laws and court procedures.
- Kitsap County Sheriff's Office - Law Enforcement & Public Safety Services : Information on public safety services, community programs, and law enforcement assistance in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap County Office of Public Defense - Legal Representation Services : Provides public defense services and information for individuals facing legal challenges in Kitsap County courts.
- Kitsap County Auditor - Elections & Voter Registration Services : Offers information on voting, elections, and voter registration services in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap County Assessor - Property Records & Valuation Services : Access property records, assessment services, tax information, and real estate valuation resources in Kitsap County.
- Washington Courts Forms - Court Forms & Instructions : Repository of legal forms, instructions, and guidelines for filing in Washington State courts.
- Kitsap County Sheriff - Sex Offender Search Tool : Provides a searchable database for locating registered sex offenders residing in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap County Community Legal Services - Assisting Families & Individuals : Community-based legal aid programs and resources designed to assist families and individuals facing legal issues.
- Kitsap Public Health District - Health Resources & Services : Offers public health resources, environmental health services, and community wellness programs in Kitsap County.
- Kitsap Regional Library - Community Information & Educational Resources : Provides access to educational resources, community information, and opportunities for public engagement across Kitsap County.
- Washington LawHelp - Finding Legal Help & Resources : Guide to finding legal help and services within Washington State, useful especially for navigating court systems.
- Kitsap Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management Services : Offers mediation, training, and dispute resolution services to help manage conflicts within Kitsap County.
- Washington State Legal Resources - Trusted Legal Resources & Connections : A comprehensive directory of trusted legal resources and connections available throughout Washington State.
Table of Contents
- Kitsap County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Kitsap County Court Records
- Kitsap County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Kitsap County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Kitsap County?
- How Does Kitsap County Compare With Washington Overall?
- Kitsap County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Kitsap County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Kitsap County?
- Are Kitsap County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Kitsap County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Kitsap County
- Kitsap County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links