1. Lewis County District Court Mission

    The mission of the Lewis County District Court, as an independent and impartial branch of government, is to promote respect for law, society and individual rights; provide open, accessible and effective forums for dispute resolution; resolve legal matters in a just, efficient and timely manner and assure the dignified and fair treatment of all parties.Lewis County District Court is a Court of Limited Jurisdiction hearing the following types of cases:Criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanorsTraffic and non-traffic infractionsParking infractionsCivil matters for damages no greater than $100,000Small Claim matters for recovery of money no greater than $5,000 or $10,000Nuisance violationsName changesAnti-harassment Protection …


    District Court - Feb. 18, 2015, 9:05 a.m.


  2. Court Holiday Schedule

    2025 Conference/Holiday/Docket RotationDownload 2025 Court holidays here2026 Judicial Conference, Holiday, and Judge Rotation MemoDownload 2026 Court Holidays Here


    Superior Court - Nov. 9, 2018, 2:43 p.m.


  3. Technology

    Technology available for use in the courtroom:EaselLightboxDocument CameraWebex AccessHDMI ports to display to Courtroom TV's at counsel table.Please contact Court Administrator for technology requests at 360-740-1333 Ext. 3.


    Superior Court - Nov. 2, 2010, 2:25 p.m.


  4. About the Clerk

    Our Mission The Lewis County Clerk serves as the official record keeper for the Superior Court. It is our mission to serve the courts and the citizens of Lewis County in a manner best suited to provide quality, efficient, and effective service. We believe the public has a right to employees who embody the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and fairness. About the Clerk The County Clerk, Scott Tinney is one of several independent, elected officials provided by the Washington State Constitution (Article IV, Sec 26), with specific and special duties assigned by statute, as well as local and state …


    Clerk - May 12, 2009, 3:39 p.m.


  5. Prosecutor's Office Calendars

    Please click here for today's Felony Prelim Calendar.Please click here for this week's Superior Court trials.Please click here for today's District Court's calendar.Please click here for this week's District Court trialsPlease click here for this week's Special Sets


    Prosecutor - April 2, 2015, 9:20 a.m.


  6. Jury Reporting Instructions

    This message is for APRIL jurors updated THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 @ 3:45 PM.***ALL JURORS WILL REPORT TO THE LAW AND JUSTICE CENTER***Additional juror parking for the Law and Justice Center may be found at 234 NW North St/corner of NW North St and Cascade Ave.Arrive early enough to get parked and checked through security by your panel's report time. Please pack your purse or bag lightly as security will ask to examine the contents.Please check after 6:00 p.m. EVERY NIGHT to verify when your attendance is required. THESE DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ON A DAILY BASIS, …


    Clerk - Oct. 16, 2017, 9:47 a.m.


  7. Infraction Payment Plan

    Pursuant to RCW 46.63.190 you may enter into a payment plan if you are not able to pay the fine in full, and you have not previously been given a payment plan for this financial obligation, and the Court has not obtained a judgment on the debt. NOTICE: Failure to pay or enter into a payment plan may result in collection action, including garnishment of wages or other assets, an additional $52.00 penalty assessment and may result in a suspension of your driver’s license.You may request a payment plan by completing the form below and submitting it to the Court. …


    District Court - Jan. 6, 2023, 4:08 p.m.


  8. Basic Jail Information

    The Lewis County Jail lobby is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday.We do not pass messages to inmates unless it is a verifiable emergency.We do not give out release date information. You may acquire this information from the inmate.We do not give out court date information. You may acquire this information from the inmate or by calling the court.The Lewis County Jail has implemented set release times. If an inmate is released by the courts, bail or bond after 7:00 AM, the inmate will be generally be released at 11:00 AM or between 3:00 PM - …


    Sheriff - Dec. 15, 2014, 8:22 a.m.


  9. Marriages

    Lewis County District Court Judge R.W. Buzzard is empowered to perform marriage ceremonies under the laws of the State of Washington. Marriage ceremonies are performed at the Lewis County District Court Monday through Friday at 5:00 p.m. All members of the wedding party must arrive at the Lewis County District Court by 4:30 on the date of the wedding. Wedding party must provide two legal witnesses.Appointments must be made and can be done in person or by calling (360) 740-1203.The following needs to be brought in at least 2 days prior to the wedding:The Complete packet given to you by …


    District Court - Jan. 30, 2013, 5:11 p.m.


  10. Paying Taxes Under Protest

    If you think your tax amount is too high, you can preserve your right to a tax refund by paying your taxes under protest. In order for this protest to be valid your property assessed value must change.There are two ways to appeal your property tax valuation:You may file a petition contesting your valuation with the County Board of Equalization. For information about how to file a petition, please click here.Filing a written protest at the time you pay your property tax will allow you to petition a case to superior or federal court. You must take further action to …


    Treasurer - April 22, 2009, 4:08 p.m.