Stevens County, WA Courts and Public Records
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The Superior Court of Washington for Stevens County is the county's general trial court. The County Clerk keeps the official court records. Courts of limited jurisdiction, such as district and municipal courts, also operate in Washington.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Stevens County Superior Court |
| Website | courts.wa.gov (statewide Washington courts website) |
| Court Records | Kept by the Stevens County Clerk |
| Handles | General trial court matters for the county |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases, which are heard by the U.S. District Court for Washington |
| Online Case Search | JIS-Link statewide case search, available through courts.wa.gov |
How to Search Stevens County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. The Stevens County Clerk keeps the county's official court records.
Online
Go to courts.wa.gov and open the JIS-Link case search.
Search by party name or case number in the statewide portal.
Confirm which documents are available with the County Clerk.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status
In Person
Go to the Stevens County Clerk's office to request records.
Bring the full name and case number if you have them.
Confirm the office address on courts.wa.gov before you go.
Best for: Records not available online
By Phone
Call the Stevens County Clerk's office to confirm what records you need.
Have the case number and party names ready for the call.
Ask the clerk how to request copies of court documents.
Best for: Checking what the clerk needs
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
Stevens County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Stevens County courts handled an estimated 4,373 new cases in CY 2024 and disposed of an estimated 4,496. The estimate scales Washington statewide totals by the county's share of state population.
~4,373
Total filings in CY 2024
~4,496
Total dispositions in CY 2024
~2,186
Filings per judicial position (2 estimated positions)
~+1.4%
Change in total filings vs CY 2023
| Metric | CY 2024 | CY 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | ~4,373 | ~4,311 | ~+1.4% |
| Total Dispositions | ~4,496 | ~4,311 | ~+4.3% |
| Criminal Filings | ~2,956 | ~2,895 | ~+2.1% |
| Civil Filings | ~1,170 | ~1,170 | ~+0.0% |
| Family Law Filings | ~197 | ~197 | ~+0.0% |
| Probate Filings | ~92 | ~92 | ~+0.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | ~62 | ~62 | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | ~43 | ~43 | ~+0.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~2 | ~2 | ~0.0% |
The largest category movement was in criminal filings. Figures marked with ~ are estimates: Washington statewide figures scaled by Stevens County's 0.62% share of the state population.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Stevens County?
Estimated total filings in Stevens 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 | ~4,373 | ~4,496 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2023 | ~4,311 | ~4,311 | ~+1.4% |
| CY 2022 | ~4,250 | ~4,188 | ~+7.8% |
| CY 2021 | ~3,942 | ~4,003 | ~-3.0% |
| CY 2020 | ~4,065 | ~4,003 | ~-3.0% |
Estimated filings changed +7.6% between CY 2020 and CY 2024, from 4,065 to 4,373. 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 Stevens County's 0.62% share of the state population.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Stevens County?
Criminal cases are estimated to be the largest category in Stevens County, at about 67.6% of filings in CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ~2,956 | ~67.6% | ~+2.1% |
| Civil | ~1,170 | ~26.8% | ~+0.0% |
| Family law | ~197 | ~4.5% | ~+0.0% |
| Probate | ~92 | ~2.1% | ~+0.0% |
| Mental health | ~62 | ~1.4% | ~+0.0% |
| Juvenile | ~43 | ~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 Stevens County's 0.62% share of the state population.
How Does Stevens County Compare With Washington Overall?
Stevens County is estimated to account for about 0.62% of the 710,000 cases filed in Washington courts in CY 2024.
| Metric | Stevens County | Washington | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | ~4,373 | 710,000 | ~0.62% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | ~+1.4% | +1.4% | Same as state (estimate) |
| Filings per judicial position | ~2,186 | 1,775 | Estimated at the state level |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~2,248 | 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 Stevens County's 0.62% share of the state population.
Stevens County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures are Washington statewide totals as reported to the FBI, not counts for Stevens 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 Stevens County with the state. The property crimes total includes arson, so it is larger than the sum of the property offenses listed above.
Stevens County Courthouse Locations
Stevens County court proceedings are held at the Stevens County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens County Courthouse | 215 S. Oak Street, Colville, WA 99114 | 509-684-7575 | 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 Stevens County?
In Stevens County, Washington, local matters are handled by the Superior Court of Stevens 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 Stevens 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 Stevens County | Misdemeanors are heard in the courts of limited jurisdiction. |
| Felony | Superior Court of Stevens County | Felony cases are heard in superior court. |
| DUI | District Court or municipal court in Stevens 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 Stevens 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 Stevens County | Civil lawsuits are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Small claims | Small claims division of District Court, Stevens County | Small claims are filed in the district court serving the area. |
| Eviction | Superior Court of Stevens County | Eviction (unlawful detainer) cases are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court of Stevens County | Divorce is filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court of Stevens County | Custody and support cases are handled in superior court. |
| Probate or estate | Superior Court of Stevens County | Probate and estate matters are filed with the county clerk in superior court. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court of Stevens 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 Stevens County Court Records Public?
Access to Stevens County court records is governed by Washington state law and court rules. The Stevens County Clerk keeps the official court records and can confirm how a specific record may be viewed or copied.
Public records
Ask the Stevens County Clerk which court files are open for inspection and copying.
Restricted or confidential records
Some records are restricted by law or court order. The clerk can explain which restrictions apply to a particular case.
Online access
The statewide case search, JIS-Link, is available through courts.wa.gov. Online results may not include every document, so confirm with the clerk.
In-person access
Visit the Stevens County Clerk's office to view or request records. Confirm the office address on courts.wa.gov first.
How to Search Stevens County Court Records Online
You can look up case information for Stevens 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 Stevens 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 Stevens County clerk. |
| Juvenile | County Clerk, Superior Court of Stevens 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 Stevens County
Payment options for fines and citations in Stevens County are not listed here. To confirm how to pay, contact the Stevens County Clerk or check the statewide courts website at courts.wa.gov.
Stevens County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Stevens County court records?
Start with the statewide JIS-Link case search at courts.wa.gov, or visit the County Clerk's office to request records.
Are Stevens County court records public?
Access is governed by Washington state law and court rules, and some records are restricted. The County Clerk can confirm which records you may view.
How do I find a criminal case in Stevens County?
Run a name search on WashingtonCourts.org, then confirm the results with the County Clerk, since they are not official court records.
How do I find a court date in Stevens County?
Check your paperwork first, then contact the County Clerk to confirm the date for your case.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Stevens County?
Payment options are not listed on this page. Contact the County Clerk to confirm how to pay.
How many cases are filed in Stevens County each year?
County filing counts are not published here, so this page cannot give an annual filing figure for Stevens County.
What is the most common type of case in Stevens County?
Case type counts for Stevens County are not published here, so this page cannot name the most common case type.
Is crime in Stevens 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.
Useful Links
- Stevens County, WA - Courts Provides comprehensive information on court schedules, services, and contacts for Stevens County's judicial branch. Offers local court forms and resources.
- Washington State Courts - Court Rules Presents official court rules, forms, and guidelines applicable across Washington, essential for legal practitioners and individuals representing themselves.
- Washington State Courts - Court Directory A searchable directory of superior, district, and municipal courts in Washington state, offering contact details and jurisdictions covered.
- Washington Courts - Search Case Records Online portal to access case records from Washington state courts. Provides case number search for civil, criminal, and family cases.
- Stevens County Prosecuting Attorney Learn about prosecutorial services, victim assistance programs, and access resources for criminal cases in Stevens County.
- Washington LawHelp - Free Legal Information and Resources Offers free, high-quality legal resources and self-help materials for various legal issues within Washington, emphasizing accessibility and clarity.
- Washington State Bar Association - Find Legal Help Resource for locating legal aid, attorney referrals, and pro bono services for individuals seeking legal assistance in Washington state.
- Casemaker - Legal Research Tool for WSBA Members Legal research tool available for Washington State Bar Association members, offering extensive databases of state and federal case law.
- Stevens County Superior Court - Superior Court Central hub for accessing superior court services, including filing procedures, fee schedules, and courthouse location information in Stevens County.
- Stevens County District Court - District Court Provides information on district court processes, small claims, traffic violations, and criminal misdemeanors, along with necessary forms and instructions.
- Stevens County Clerk's Office Source for obtaining copies of public records, handling passport applications, and fee payment information for legal filings.
- Stevens County Legal Resources Compiles local legal resources available within Stevens County, including clinics, mediator lists, and courthouse informational contacts.
- Northwest Justice Project - Legal Assistance for Low-Income People Non-profit offering legal services for low-income individuals in Washington, focusing on housing, family, and consumer rights.
- Stevens County Government Services Centralized resource for accessing various county services, including court, public records, and other governmental department resources.
- Washington Courts Publications and Reports Comprehensive collection of reports, guides, and insights about Washington's judicial system, available for legal professionals and the public.
- Washington State Courts - Appellate and Trial Courts Detailed information on Washington’s trial and appellate courts, with jurisdiction explanation, operational procedures, and judicial officer listings.
Table of Contents
- Stevens County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Stevens County Court Records
- Stevens County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Stevens County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Stevens County?
- How Does Stevens County Compare With Washington Overall?
- Stevens County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Stevens County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Stevens County?
- Are Stevens County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Stevens County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Stevens County
- Stevens County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links