1. New K-9 Team

    K9 Team CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NEW K9 TEAM, Deputy Jared Kasinger and his K9 partner Kimbo!Deputy Kasinger has worked as a patrol deputy for the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office since 2017. Shortly after completing probation, Deputy Kasinger was selected to be a part of the Lewis County Technical Rescue Team. Deputy Kasinger is also a member of our Marine Patrol Unit and is currently one of our Field Training Officers.In early 2024, Deputy Kasinger was selected to be the new Sheriff’s Office K9 handler. He then played a large role in choosing his K9 partner Kimbo, …


    Sheriff - May 29, 2024, 4:17 p.m.

  2. Press Release: Search at Mineral Lake for missing boater continues.

    Click here for full Press Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 07-07-17 @ 1600 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Search at Mineral Lake for missing boater continues. Members of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team, as well as Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Boating Unit personnel, continue to search Mineral Lake for a missing boater. On 07/05/17, at about 4 pm, deputies were dispatched to a report of a female in a boat along the shoreline of Mineral Lake. The 49 year old female of Mineral, stated her significant other, Gerald L Harris 54 of Mineral, …


    Sheriff - July 7, 2017, 4:09 p.m.

  3. Lewis County transfer stations close for Juneteenth holiday

    Lewis County Transfer Stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today Thursday, June 19) in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. This closure includes the Administration Office in Centralia. The transfer stations and Administration Office will resume regular hours on Friday, June 20.


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 12:47 p.m.

  4. Auditor's Office seeks "For" and "Against" Committees

    The Lewis County Auditor’s Office is seeking members to complete "For" and "Against” statements for the following districts with proposed resolutions for the February 11, 2026 Special Election:"For" Committees:Centralia School District No. 401"Against" Committees:Boistfort School District No. 234Onalaska School District No. 300Centralia School District No. 401The Auditor’s Office will use the following criteria when making appointments:Have an email address and the demonstrated ability to communicate rapidly by email.Shall agree to work collaboratively with co-committee members.Must be a registered voter in the jurisdiction.The deadline for anyone seeking committee appointment is noon on December 19, 2025. Requests must be emailed to: elections@lewiscountywa.gov


    Auditor - Dec. 11, 2025, 4:22 p.m.

  5. Reserve Deputy Coroner Program

    The office has Reserve Deputy Coroner Academy which is a volunteer, non-paid position. The training consists of classroom, office responsibilities, ride along with law enforcement, observing dispatch and assisting Deputy Coroners on calls and in office.Reserve Deputy Coroners ride along with Deputy Coroners to scenes and assist with investigations under the supervision of the Deputy Coroner. Reserves gradually perform more complex roles during the investigations.The Reserve Deputy Coroner program does not guarantee paid employment but when time comes to hire paid Deputy Coroners we naturally look at the reserve staff first.At this time there is no plan to start a …


    Coroner - Aug. 30, 2022, 10:22 a.m.

  6. Vehicle Licensing

    Vehicle licensing renewals are now available online at: www.dol.wa.govThe Lewis County Auditor's Office is an agent of the State of Washington Department of Licensing. As such, we are a full service office for vehicle licensing. You can complete the following applications through our office Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To contact the vehicle licensing department please call 360-740-1162 or 360-740-1143.Vehicle & Vessel LicensesVehicle & Vessel TitlesDisabled Person Plate issuance and transfersPersonalized Plate TransfersTrip and Transit PermitsReplacement Plates and TabsDriver's Licenses are not issued by our office. The closest Driver's Licensing offices are:Centralia Department of Licensing1000 Kresky Ave.Centralia, …


    Auditor - July 13, 2015, 11:12 a.m.

  7. Public Records

    About Contact Public records are governed by the Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) and pertains to all records prepared, owned, used, or retained by any department or office of Lewis County government, excluding the Lewis County Courts. ContactPublic Records Officer (PRO): Casey Mauermann, Public Disclosure ManagerCherish Willis, Public Records SpecialistAddress Human Resources Office 351 NW North Street, Historic Courthouse Basement Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-2674 Email: publicrecords@lewiscountywa.gov Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays Contact Public Records Records Request InstructionsLewis County utilizes a web-based Records Center for submission, tracking and delivery of records requests. You can …


    Public Records - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  8. Lewis County Law Enforcement Spring Clean-Up Warrant Sweep

    Click Here for Full Press Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 05/11/18 Contact: Sergeant Danny Riordan Phone: (360) 740-2765Release #: 1 Lewis County Law Enforcement Spring Clean-up Warrant Sweep. On May 10th, 2018, deputies with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, troopers from the Washington State Patrol, officers from Washington State Fish and Wildlife, and deputies with the United States Marshal Service arrested 19 suspects on warrants, and made two probable cause arrests yesterday during Spring Clean-up Warrant Sweep. The collaborative event was conducted to locate and arrest people with outstanding warrants in the Lewis County area. The above mentioned law enforcement personnel …


    Sheriff - May 11, 2018, 5:18 p.m.

  9. ONLINE MARRIAGE APPLICATION

    The Lewis County Auditor's Office offers the ability for applicants to begin the marriage application process from the comfort of their homes. By clicking on the link below, applicants will be able to fill in the necessary information for the marriage application and certificate.After completely filling in all fields and pressing submit, the applicants will be given a marriage application number to bring with them to the Auditor's Office. Applicants will need to bring the number, valid government issued I.D., and cash or check for $172.00.The Auditor's Office processes the licenses Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. The license …


    Auditor - Oct. 30, 2015, 10:50 a.m.

  10. New Bidcall - Temporary Modular Office Structure

    A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Nov.10, 2015 by 11:00 am at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The Bids will be opened at 11:30 or later. Access the details and necessary documents here.


    Public Works - Oct. 28, 2015, 12:01 p.m.