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Recording Requirements
This information is intended to give a general idea of the requirements for recording documents. It may vary depending on the document. Please call (360) 740-1165 for further information.Effective January 1, 1997, the first page of all documents presented for recording must include:A three inch margin at the top and a one-inch margin on the sides and bottomA return addressThe title of the instrument (i.e. : Deed of Trust)The reference number of documents assigned or released (if applicable)Name(s) of Grantor and GranteeAbbreviated legal description with Lot, Block, and Plat or Section, Township and RangeAssessor's tax parcel numberIf your document does …
Auditor - June 30, 2011, 4:37 p.m.
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eFiling
THE LEWIS COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE IS NOW ACCEPTING eFILING!eFileWA RESOURCES AND CLERK GUIDELINESeFileWA Link: eFile WA - Landing Page (tylertech.cloud)Prior to e-filing, you are encouraged to review:Document Filing OrderDocuments That Cannot Be eFiledWashington State General Rule 30 (GR30)Fee ScheduleeFILING IS ONLY FOR SUPERIOR COURT CASE FILINGS.WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATIENCE AS WE NAVIGATE THIS NEW SERVICE.LOCAL CLERK POLICIES WILL BE DEVELOPED AND UPDATED AS NEEDED.***BENCH COPIES - Bench copies can not be submitted using eFileWA. All bench copies should be emailed to Superior Court Administration at SCAdmin@lewiscountywa.govCIVIL PROTECTION ORDER (CPO) - New Petitions for Civil Protection Orders will not be accepted …
Clerk - Sept. 10, 2024, 10:02 a.m.
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Emergency Management
Welcome to the Lewis County Department of Emergency Management website. This site has been provided in an effort to equip the citizens of Lewis County with information pertinent to community emergency preparedness. Lewis County Emergency Management provides Emergency Management services to the cities of Chehalis, Morton, Mossyrock, Napavine, Toledo, Vader, Winlock, Town of Pe Ell, and the unincorporated areas of Lewis County.It is our goal to provide you with information that can help you prepare for any type of emergency situation. If you have further questions please feel free to email or call our office. Flood Recovery Hub Click here …
Emergency Management - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.
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Public Defense
Para español, haga clic en el botón "translate" en la parte superior de la página Our Mission Contact The Lewis County Public Defense provides the courts with attorneys to represent persons charged with certain state and county criminal, probation violation, and juvenile offender cases when the person is unable to afford an attorney (indigent). Lewis County Public Defense Services 351 NW North St Rm 210 Chehalis, WA, 98532 Public Defense Questions or Interest: 360-740-3346 Public Defense Screening: 360-736-9301 Email: public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, excluding Holidays Obtaining an AttorneyA representative of Lewis County Public Defense …
Public Defense - Feb. 5, 2024, 2:26 p.m.
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Marriage Licensing
Marriage license applications can be completed Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.The cost of a marriage license may vary from county to county. In Lewis County the fee is $172.00, payable by cash or check only. Credit and debit cards are not accepted. Marriage licenses must be applied for at least three (3) days prior to the marriage and are valid for 60 days anywhere within the state of Washington. Failure to use the marriage license within 60 days will invalidate the license.To apply for a marriage license, each party must be at least 18 years old and have picture …
Auditor - Oct. 9, 2015, 8:02 a.m.
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Jury Duty
Jury duty is an essential part of our Democratic process that helps ensure the right to a fair trial. How was I chosen for jury duty? You have been randomly selected from the voter registration, driver's license and Washington State ID card records. Eligibility To be eligible to serve on a jury in Lewis County Superior or District Court, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:Citizen of the United StatesLewis County ResidentAble to communicate in the English languageHad civil rights restored if previously convicted of a felony Jury Reporting Instructions Jury reporting instructions. How does jury duty work? When you …
Clerk - Feb. 11, 2009, 9:16 a.m.
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Short Term Rental Advisory Group
PurposeThe Short Term Rental Advisory Group (STRAG) provides advice to the Lewis County Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners on STR matters including analyzing data collected through STR permits, evaluating the relationship between STRs and residential housing, recommending good neighbor guidelines, and recommending future regulations for STRs, as appropriate.MembersMembers to be added after appointmentScheduleAll STRAG meetings are open to the public, and the public is encouraged to communicate with the members. The public is invited to participate in person or via Zoom. Meetings take place on the first Tuesday of March, June, September and December at [location to …
Community Development - Feb. 5, 2026, 3:25 p.m.
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Lodging Tax (tourism promotion) grant application
The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners uses lodging tax funds to award grants to nonprofits and governmental organizations whose programs or activities promote tourism in the unincorporated areas of Lewis County."Tourism promotion," as defined in RCW 67.28.080, means activities, operations and expenditures designed to increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists; developing strategies to expand tourism; operating tourism promotion agencies; and funding the marketing of or the operation of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists.To view an overview about the Lodging Tax, click …
Commissioners - March 17, 2016, 3:28 p.m.
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Special Services Bureau
SPECIAL SERVICES BUREAU – CHIEF GABRIEL FRASE The Special Services Bureau encompasses the Records, Civil, Investigations, and Property and Evidence Divisions for the office. The Special Services Bureau consists of an Administrative Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Property & Evidence Manager, Detectives, and Support Technicians. RECORDS DIVISION: The Records Division is under the direct supervision of the Administrative Sergeant and consists of eight Support Technicians. The division is responsible for the entry and maintenance of records generated by Operations Bureau and Special Services Bureau employees. The employees of this division are also responsible for processing public records requests, and work closely with …
Sheriff - March 13, 2015, 10:21 a.m.
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Record Searches
This information is intended to give a general idea of the cost and requirements for searches. Please call (360) 740-1165 for further information.Legal descriptions in Lewis County can be lengthy. Due to this fact and the possibility of error, we do not read legal descriptions over the phone. To obtain a copy of a legal description or any document recorded in the Auditor's Office, you can either come in to our office or make a request in writing. You may also perform your own online search by clicking here.When you come in to the Auditor's office, our staff will assist …
Auditor - April 28, 2011, 9:32 a.m.