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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.
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Lewis County Disposal District cancels regular meeting
The Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 Commissioners have canceled their regularly scheduled July meeting, and rescheduled it to July 21 at 10:30 a.m. in the hearing room of the Lewis County Commissioners, second floor of the historic Lewis County Courthouse, 351 N.W. North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.Pursuant to RCW 36.58.100 et seq., the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District (LCSWDD) No. 1, a quasi-municipal corporation, was established by Ordinance 1124 (now LCC 8.15.150) in 1992, after Lewis County and all incorporated cities signed an interlocal agreement to form it. In addition to forming the district, the agreement …
Solid Waste - May 8, 2025, 1:03 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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Video Appearance Links
Superior Court's Video appearance platform is WebEx. All links are provided below. There are certain hearings that require personal appearances Please check information below or contact Court Administration if you have questions or need Judge approval for any confidential or juvenile matters at 360-740-1333 Ext. 2 or 3. Criteria for Video appearance for Commissioner Dockets / Courtroom #4: Monday DV/VAPO Dockets In person -- Personal appearance required unless special arrangements are made with the court. (In custody individuals will appear via Webex from jail) Webex Link not published and must be obtained from Court Administration after approval from Court. Settlement …
Superior Court - Jan. 21, 2021, 10:23 a.m.
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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.
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Family Law Court Facilitator
COURT FACILITATOR SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR LEWIS COUNTY FAMILY LAW CASESThe Court Facilitator assists unrepresented parties work their way through the legal system to move family law cases to resolution.Beginning March, 2024, you can schedule an in person appointment with the Family Law Facilitator.There is a user fee of $25 for facilitator services that will need to be paid to the Clerk before the appointment is scheduled unless there is a prior determination of indigency. Upon completion of the form and payment to the Clerk's Office, you will bring your receipt and request form to Court Administration to schedule your …
Superior Court - March 13, 2024, 11:21 a.m.
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Victim/ Witness Program
No one chooses to be a victim or witness to a crime. It is our goal to make sure that if you end up in that position, you have an understanding of the legal process and what to expect. It is also important our office gets you in contact with resources available in our community. Our office can help you track court dates and outcomes, prepare for trial, file for restitution, and many other tasks that may seem daunting. If you ever have questions or concerns, please never hesitate to contact our office. Victim Resources Crime Victim Advocacy Network Crime …
Prosecutor - Nov. 25, 2020, 10:04 a.m.
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Coroner Duties
MISSION STATEMENTThe Lewis County Coroner’s Office determines the cause and manner of reported deaths by conducting professional medicolegal death investigations while ensuring that everyone who has suffered a loss is treated with dignity, respect and compassion.VISION STATEMENTThe LCCO is accessible and accountable to the public, media and other elected officials.The LCCO continually strives to increase the proficiency and professionalism of all staff members through training.The LCCO endeavors to develop and strengthen partnerships with the public safety community.The LCCO works with community partners to adopt a proactive approach to reducing preventable deaths.The Coroner is responsible for leading a team of medicolegal …
Coroner - Jan. 31, 2014, 2:20 p.m.
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Superior Court
About Contact Lewis County Superior Court is a state trial court of general jurisdiction situated in Lewis County. This court has state-wide jurisdiction and hears major criminal matters (felonies), civil cases including... more » Superior Court Law & Justice Center, 4th Floor 345 West Main Street Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1333 Contact Superior Court News Free Legal Clinics - April/May/June, 2026 Superior Court | April 01, 2026 Free Legal Clinics - Winter 2026 Superior Court | January 13, 2026 Administrative Office of the Courts Launches New Webpage to Aid Litigants Without Lawyers Superior Court | December 02, 2025 Free Legal …
Superior Court - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.
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Docket Judge Rotation
2025April - June, Department 3, Judge YeagerJuly - September, Department 1, Judge ToynbeeOctober - December, Department 2, Judge Strophy 2026January - March, Department 3, Judge YeagerApril - June, Department 1, Judge ToynbeeJuly - September, Department 2, Judge StrophyOctober - December, Department 3, Judge Yeager 2027January - March, Department 1, Judge ToynbeeApril - June, Department 2, Judge StrophyJuly - September, Department 3, Judge YeagerOctober - December, Department 1, Judge Toynbee
Superior Court - April 6, 2016, 9:47 a.m.