1. Public Records Information

    Lewis County Public Record Act Policy (PDF)Signatures of Resolution (PDF)Public Records Request Form (PDF)PaymentPayment Portal for Body Cam VidoesPublic Records Act - Exemptions from DisclosureThe Public Records Act provides that a number of types of documents and/or parts of documents are exempt from public inspection and copying. Following is more information about Exemptions from Disclosure:Public Records Act - Exemptions from Disclosure (PDF)


    Prosecutor - July 31, 2017, 11:08 a.m.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Court Forms

    Title .PDF .DOC Color Docket Notice .PDF .DOC White Note for Trial/Arbitration .PDF .DOC White Declaration of Jurisdictional Testimony .PDF .DOC White Cover Sheet .PDF White Additional forms and documents are available from the Administrative Office of the Courts Web site at: http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/Other helpful websites to find forms include:King County Law LibraryWashington Law HelpWashington Probate


    Clerk - Oct. 15, 2013, 4:47 p.m.

  5. Point of Contact / Policy / Form

    Public Records Officer point of contact is Casey Mauermann (publicrecords@lewiscountywa.gov)Public Records Request PolicyTo initiate a new request click on "Submit a Records Request.Requests can also be submitted by completing the Lewis County Public Disclosure Request Form and present to the PDR Manager, Monday – Friday 8AM to 5PM. You may also mail the completed form to: Lewis County Public Disclosure Manager, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA 98532; via Email or Fax to (360) 740-1494.Lewis County utilizes a web-based Records Center, below, for tracking and delivery of records requests. Click "View My Requests" to login.Here is the link to go …


    Public Records - March 11, 2016, 1:51 p.m.

  6. Representation

    Attorneys who provide public defense services are attorneys in private practice who are contracted with the County.Our mission is to ensure effective and cost-efficient legal representation is available to persons who are eligible for court-appointed counsel, consistent with the Washington and United States Constitutions, laws, and national standards of justice.If you are attempting to contact your attorney and are unable to do so please call 360-740-1339 or email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov. Please include your name, case number, and a good phone number that we can pass along to your attorney with a message to get in touch with you. Complaints How do …


    Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

  7. Public Defense Standards

    Washington Courts: News and InformationWashington Supreme Court Issues Interim Order on Public Defense StandardsJune 09, 2025The Washington Supreme Court issued an Order on caseload standards the Court has adopted for indigent criminal defense services. The Order is a summary explanation of the new caseload standards, which permit full implementation to be achieved over a period of time.The Court adopted the caseload standards at its June 4, 2025 en banc conference, ahead of final rule changes, to help jurisdictions that are currently conducting budget planning. The revised caseload standards will be integrated into court rules once the Court’s review of all …


    Public Defense - June 9, 2025, 4:13 p.m.

  8. Corrections/Jail

    CORRECTIONS BUREAU– CHIEF CHRIS SWEET The Corrections Bureau encompasses the Lewis County Jail. The Lewis County Jail was remodeled in 2005 and is approximately 69,000 square feet.The Corrections Bureau is comprised of a Captain, Lieutenant, six Sergeants, forty-one Corrections Deputies, an Administrative Assistant and five Support Technicians. CUSTODY DIVISION: The Custody Division is directly supervised by a Lieutenant and consists of four custody squads. A sergeant leads each squad and each squad is comprised of seven or eight Corrections Deputies. The Custody squads work 12 hour shifts, and have 3-4 days off per week. The shifts rotate every three months …


    Sheriff - March 16, 2016, 4:22 p.m.

  9. Public Health & Social Services

    About Quick Links Contact & Hours Health is the foundation of a thriving community. We work with others to build a solid foundation that supports good health for all by making sure everyone has clean air and water, healthy food, and access to healthcare and safe neighborhoods.Mission: Lewis County Public Health & Social Services strives to encourage local, regional, state and national relationships and opportunities to protect, promote and improve the health of our community.Vision: A Safe, Healthy and Thriving Lewis County.These statements were developed and accepted as part of our ongoing strategic planning process. Through strategic planning, we hope …


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

  10. Public Education

    The Lewis County 911 Communications Public Education Officers attend events and generate media content to further the message of the proper use of 911 and several other topics.If you are interested in more information about Lewis County 911 Communications Public Education Program, or if you would like staff to participate in a public safety event, please email 911 Public Education at 911.publiceducation@lewiscountywa.govEVENTSSafety CityAs part of our goal to provide public education, we participated in the 2019 Safety City Program. This program partners with other Lewis County Emergency Services Agencies to provide education in 5 focus areas. The focus areas are …


    911 Communications - May 15, 2015, 5:57 p.m.