Grant County, WA Public Records

Courts in Grant County

Court Records in Grant County, Washington

The Grant County court system consists of Superior Courts, District Courts, Municipal Courts, Traffic Violations Bureaus, and Toll Courts. The District Court hears cases like misdemeanors, infractions, and small claims. Felony cases and larger civil cases, along with the more complex probate and disputes of family law, are heard by the Superior Court. Records from the courts, such as judgments, orders, and proceedings, are obtained from the Court Clerk's Office. For quick processing, it may be necessary to provide a case number or the names of parties involved in the case.

The Court Clerk's Office is responsible for keeping all case records for Grant County. The office also records court hearings and issues certified copies of divorce decrees and adoption records. Requests can be made in person, by mail, or via the Grant County Court Clerk's online records request system, ODYSSEY. The Clerk's Office functions under the Washington State Constitution to ensure legal records are preserved, and court processes are facilitated correctly.

Jails and Prisons in Grant County

Find Inmate Search and Jail Records in Grant County, Washington

Grant County operates a single jail facility with up to 164 inmates. The facility is designed to manage both male and female detainees and is structured to hold a mix of pre-trial inmates and those serving shorter sentences. You can search for inmates online using the web portal provided by the Sheriff's Office. Inmate information includes booking dates, charges, and release dates, if applicable. The Grant County Jail, operated by the Sheriff's Office, adheres to Washington state regulations to ensure the safety and security of inmates. The jail houses individuals awaiting trial, as well as those who have already been sentenced.

Police Departments and Sheriff Offices in Grant County

Arrest Records in Grant County, Washington

Arrest records in Grant County can be requested at the Sheriff's Office or through local police departments. Arrest records include information identifying the person arrested, charges filed, and the identity of the arresting officer. Requests can be made based on specific information such as date of arrest or name. Note that arrest records that may compromise an ongoing investigation or the safety of an individual may not be released.

Police departments working in municipals across the county include Grand Coulee PD, Ephrata PD, Warden PD, Moses Lake PD, Quincy PD, Mattawa PD, Coulee Dam PD, Othello PD, Sunnyside PD, Grandview PD, Soap Lake PD, and Royal City PD. These stations work closely with the Sheriff's Office to ensure that law and order are achieved. Violent crimes in this county are at a high of about 4.9 incidents per 1,000 residents per year.