Kittitas County Court Docket Lookup

Kittitas County court docket records are filed at the Superior Court Clerk's office in Ellensburg, Washington. You can search case records through the Odyssey Portal and purchase copies through the Digital Archives pay-copies system. The county has two District Court locations, one in Ellensburg and one in Cle Elum, covering different geographic areas. This guide explains how to search records, request audio recordings, and navigate both District Court branches in Kittitas County.

Kittitas County Superior Court and Clerk

The Kittitas County Clerk is reachable at clerk@co.kittitas.wa.us. The primary contact for in-person matters is Karen Bowen at 509-962-7531. The Superior Court and Clerk's Office are at 205 W 5th Avenue, Suite 210, Ellensburg, WA 98926. Phone: (509) 962-7531. Fax: (509) 933-7667. The Clerk is the administrative officer of the court and the official keeper of all Superior Court records in Kittitas County.

Superior Court handles felony criminal charges, civil cases involving real property and major damages, domestic/family law, probate and guardianship, mental illness proceedings, paternity, adoption, and juvenile cases including dependency and offender matters. The court follows Washington State rules and locally adopted Kittitas County rules.

The Kittitas County logo below is the official county identifier, taken from the county government website. It appears on all official court documents, Clerk correspondence, and the county's public records systems.

The official Kittitas County logo represents the government entity responsible for all court docket operations, including the Superior Court Clerk, District Court, and online records access systems in Ellensburg.

Searching Kittitas County Court Records Online

Kittitas County uses Digital Archives for online copy purchases. The pay-copies page on the county website provides the link to access court records online and purchase certified and non-certified copies of Superior Court documents. This is the Clerk's preferred path for remote record access. The system allows you to find, preview, and purchase documents without making a trip to Ellensburg.

You can also search Kittitas County Superior Court cases by case number or party name through the Odyssey Portal. Public accounts show basic case information including party names, case type, and docket entries. For document images, use the Digital Archives pay-copies system. The statewide Washington Courts Case Search covers Kittitas County District Court and municipal cases and is free with no registration required.

Two District Court Locations

Kittitas County operates two District Courts serving different parts of the county. The Lower Kittitas County District Court is at 205 W 5th Avenue, Suite 180, Ellensburg, WA 98926, phone (509) 962-7511. It serves the western and lower portions of the county, handling misdemeanors, traffic infractions, civil matters, small claims, and protection orders for the Ellensburg area.

The Upper Kittitas County District Court is at 700 E 1st Street, Cle Elum, WA 98922, phone (509) 674-5533, fax (509) 674-4209. It serves the eastern and upper portions of the county and is co-located with both the Cle Elum Municipal Court and the Roslyn Municipal Court. If you received a citation in the Cle Elum or Roslyn area, this is the court to contact. The co-location of three courts at one address simplifies matters for Upper Kittitas County residents who need to address multiple issues at once.

The mobile-optimized Kittitas County logo shown below, from the county's official website image assets, reflects how the county presents its brand across devices and online platforms.

Both the mobile and full desktop versions of the Kittitas County website provide access to the pay-copies portal, Odyssey case search, and audio recording request forms for all court docket matters.

Audio Recordings and Transcripts

To request audio recordings of Kittitas County court proceedings, use the Audio Request Form PDF available on the Clerk's website. Submit the completed form to the Clerk's Office at 205 W 5th Avenue, Suite 210, Ellensburg, along with applicable fees. The form was last updated in May 2020. Check the Clerk's website for any current updates to the form before submitting.

For typed transcripts of recorded proceedings, contact Court Administration at 509-962-7533 to receive the current list of approved transcriptionists for Kittitas County. The Clerk can also assist with a transcription information request form PDF. Plan extra time for transcripts, especially for longer hearings. Audio must typically be secured before a transcriptionist can begin work on a typed version.

The mid-size Kittitas County logo below, from the county's official image assets, is used on official correspondence and the county website's navigation for court services and records pages.

Correspondence from the Kittitas County Clerk's Office, including copy requests and record response letters, carries this official county identifier to confirm authenticity.

The Kittitas County about page provides context for the county's government structure, including the constitutional basis for the Clerk's role as administrative officer of the Superior Court.

Cities in Kittitas County

Communities in Kittitas County file court cases at the Kittitas County Superior Court in Ellensburg. Browse all Washington cities for local court docket information.

Court Access Rules and General Notes

Kittitas County court records are governed by GR 31, the Washington State General Rule on access to court records. The Public Records Act under RCW 42.56 does not apply to court filings. You cannot submit a standard public records request to the county and receive court documents in return. All requests for court records must go through the Clerk's office, the Digital Archives pay-copies system, or the Odyssey Portal. The Clerk's page at co.kittitas.wa.us/clerk has links to all three tools.

For cases that do not appear online, the record may be sealed, the case type may be restricted, or the filing may predate the digital system. Older records exist in paper form at the Ellensburg courthouse. Contact the Clerk at 509-962-7531 to inquire about older records before making the trip. The Clerk can advise on availability and access before you visit.

Kittitas County's two-district structure means that the correct court for a given matter depends on geography. Cases from the Ellensburg area go to the Lower District Court. Cases from Cle Elum, Roslyn, or the upper county area go to the Upper District Court. If you received a citation or are a party in a case and are unsure which court handles it, contact either office and they can direct you to the right location. Getting this right before submitting any filings or payments saves time and prevents processing delays.

Nearby Counties

Kittitas County borders several central and eastern Washington counties, each with their own court docket systems and Superior Court facilities.