Snohomish County Court Docket Records
Snohomish County court docket records are maintained by the County Clerk at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington. You can search Superior Court cases online through the Odyssey Portal or purchase older records through the Washington State Digital Archives. The county offers two separate electronic access tracks: one for occasional users and a subscription option for those who need frequent access. This page covers how to search Snohomish County court filings, request document copies, and contact the right office for your case type.
Snohomish County Overview
Snohomish County Superior Court and Clerk
The Snohomish County Superior Court is at 3000 Rockefeller Ave., M/S 502, Everett, WA 98201. Court Administration can be reached at 425-388-3421. The fax number is 425-388-3498. Arbitration inquiries go to 425-388-3564. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on state holidays.
The Snohomish County Superior Court handles felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits, family law, probate, guardianship, juvenile matters, and mental commitment cases. The court publishes local court rules, administrative orders, and calendar information online. Remote appearances vary by case type and calendar. Litigants must verify remote-appearance eligibility before showing up for hearings.
The Clerk's Office handles all case records and document requests. Case information is available in the Clerk's office, by phone at 425-388-3466, or by email at contact.clerk@snoco.org. The Clerk is the official elected office responsible for preserving and administering Superior Court records. Transfer of records to the Digital Archives typically happens within two business days of the records being processed.
| Courthouse Address | 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett, WA 98201 |
|---|---|
| Clerk Phone | 425-388-3466 |
| Clerk Email | contact.clerk@snoco.org |
| Court Administration | 425-388-3421 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Search Snohomish County Court Dockets Online
Snohomish County uses a dual-track electronic access model. If you need to look up a case one time or only occasionally, use the Washington State Digital Archives Snohomish County Superior Court Case Files collection. This collection covers 1950 through 2022 and lets you search by case number or keywords. If you do not know the case number, use the Washington Courts case search first to locate it, then go to the Digital Archives to order copies.
Frequent users including attorneys and legal professionals should subscribe to the Washington Courts Odyssey Portal. The Odyssey Portal provides broader electronic access to public court documents for Snohomish County Superior Court. Smart Search lets you look up cases by party name, with advanced filtering by case type and status. For enhanced access and document downloads, you need to register for an account on the portal.
The Washington Courts DW Case Search covers Snohomish County District Court and municipal court cases as well. This free statewide tool updates about 24 hours after court clerks enter data. Use this when you are searching for a misdemeanor, traffic infraction, or small claims case outside the Superior Court system.
The Snohomish County Access Court Records page explains both electronic access options and lays out the fee structure for in-person, mail, and remote document requests.
This page from Snohomish County explains how to choose between the Digital Archives and Odyssey Portal based on how often you need to access court records.
Note: In-person access to view public court records at the Snohomish County Clerk's Office is free. Confidential or sealed records require a valid government picture ID and legal right or court order even for in-person viewing.
Snohomish County District Court
The Snohomish County District Court handles criminal, traffic, civil, and protection order matters for the county. The automated information line for District Court is 425-388-3331. Drop boxes are available at each division location for payments and hearing requests. Do not place cash in the drop boxes.
The District Court has issued scam alerts reminding residents that the court does not use automated texts or phone calls for ticket notifications or warrant threats. If you receive an automated message claiming to be from Snohomish County District Court about a ticket or warrant, do not respond to it. Contact the court directly using the official number.
State v. Blake refund information is available through the District Court for eligible defendants. If you had a drug possession conviction vacated under the Blake ruling, you may qualify for vacation of the conviction and a refund of legal financial obligations. Contact the District Court for details on how to request this through the Snohomish County process.
The Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett houses both the Superior Court and the Clerk's Office, which handles all docket record maintenance and public access requests.
Document Fees and Record Request Process
The Snohomish County Clerk has a straightforward fee structure for document copies. Regular copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies run $5.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page. Audio recordings of digitally recorded hearings cost $25 per hearing date. Research requests for historical or exceptional record searches are billed at $30 per hour with a one-hour minimum. Cases filed before 1978 often require this kind of research.
For mail requests, you need to submit a completed Copy Request Form, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and payment via cashier's check or money order. Requests for confidential or sealed case audio must be made in person. Snohomish County does not accept personal checks or credit cards for copy requests by mail.
If the case you are looking for falls within the Digital Archives collection (1950 to 2022), you can search and purchase copies online without contacting the clerk. For records not available online, direct your request to the Snohomish County Clerk at (425) 388-3466 or contact.clerk@snoco.org.
Cities in Snohomish County
Snohomish County includes Everett and several other major communities. Browse city pages below for court docket information specific to each city.
Nearby Counties
Snohomish County borders several western Washington counties. Use the links below to find court docket information for neighboring counties.