1. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    How do I quash my warrant?Each court handles quashing warrants differently. Contact the court your warrant is issued from for more information.Who is my attorney?If you have already screened and been assigned an attorney you should have received the name and phone number to your assigned attorney. If you have lost this information please email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov for further assistance.When is my next court date?Contact your attorney for your next court date or contact the court that your matter is out of. You may also enter your information into Find My Court Date link to obtain the next court date.How can …


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

  2. Public Comment

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) allows public comment at all of its regular meetings. Any topics can be addressed during the weekly legislative meeting (the “BOCC Business Meeting” held on Tuesdays), but for all other meetings, public comment is limited to final-action items listed on the agenda. Written comment may be submitted via email at bocc@lewiscountywa.gov or by mail at BOCC Public Comment, 351 NW North Street Room 210, Chehalis, WA 98532. Written comment must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting for which it’s being submitted and must be clearly marked as …


    Commissioners - Feb. 25, 2026, 4:57 p.m.

  3. Community Litter Cleanup Program

    Lewis County Litter ProgramThe Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, operates a litter pick-up program.To report an illegal dump on Lewis County Right of Way or to report a County road in need of litter pickup, please call 360-740-1123, 360-740-1451, or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov. Please have the road name with approximate mile posts available or location of the dump site or litter to report.To report an illegal dump or a Washington State highway in need of litter pickup, please call the Washington Department of Ecology at 360-407-6351. Lewis County is not authorized to clean up litter on private …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 13, 2014, 12:41 p.m.

  4. Lewis County Disposal District Meets today at 10:30 a.m.

    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 established flow control, directing all solid waste generated in Lewis County to be disposed of at LCSWDD sites. Representatives from the cities and the County serve as the Executive Advisory Committee to the Disposal District Commissioners, who by statute are the Lewis County Commissioners.The governing board of the LCSWDD …


    Solid Waste - Jan. 9, 2026, 3:27 p.m.

  5. Community Litter Cleanup Program

    Inmate Litter ProgramThe Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, operates a litter pick-up program that uses inmate labor from the Lewis County Jail.To report an illegal dump on Lewis County Right of Way or to report a County road in need of litter pickup, please call 360-740-1123 or 360-740-1451. Please have the road name with approximate mile posts available or location of the dump site to report.To report an illegal dump or a Washington State highway in need of litter pickup, please call the Washington Department of Ecology at 360-407-6351. Lewis County is not authorized to clean …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 13, 2014, 12:41 p.m.

  6. Juvenile Court FAQ

    What can I bring to my child who is in detention? Parents and/or legal guardians are allowed to bring in certain items for their child while they are in custody.Allowed:Any paper-back book, must be age appropriate and is subject to approval by Detention StaffAny sealed (new) chap stick4X6 photos -They must be appropriate and is subject to approval by Detention StaffNot allowed:Hard-back booksMagazinesNewspapersDue to security purposes, no other personal items are allowed. Who Can Visit? Youth are allowed visitors while in custody, subject to approval from Probation staff.Allowed:Parents and/or legal guardiansCounselors and MinistersPolice officers and legal counsel may visit whenever …


    Juvenile Court - April 12, 2016, 1:14 p.m.

  7. Spurge Laurel

    Daphne laureola Spurge Laurel - An evergreen shrub that gets to be around 1.5 to 5 feet tall. Plants can either be upright or arched at the base before spreading upwards.Leaves: Leaves alternate and are more prominent towards the top of the shoots. They are dark green and shiny on the top with lighter undersides. Leaves are oval in shape and about 0.8-5.1 inches long.Flowers: Flowers bloom from March through June. Small, green and yellow flowers grow at the base of the leaves and are fragrant.Habitat: Commonly found amongst the forest understory. Spurge Laurel prefers partial sun.Weed Classification: B DesignateWhy …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 9:49 a.m.

  8. Disposal District board members discuss solid waste issues

    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 established flow control, directing all solid waste generated in Lewis County to be disposed of at LCSWDD sites. Representatives from the cities and the County serve as the Executive Advisory Committee to the Disposal District Commissioners, who by statute are the Lewis County Commissioners.The governing board of the LCSWDD #1 …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 9, 2026, 2:09 p.m.

  9. Free Legal Clinics - Winter 2026

    2026 - Quarter 1 English Flyer2026 - Quarter 1 Spanish Flyer Please see the attached flyer announcing FREE legal clinics held in rural counties: Lewis, Pacific, and Wahkiakum. Clinics are open to the public and operate first come, first-served from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Clinic Dates and Locations:January 12 - Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, 4th Floor, Room #429January 15 - Pacific County, Pacific County Superior Court Law LibraryFebruary 10 - Wahkiakum County, Town of Cathlamet Community CenterFebruary 13 - Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, 4th Floor, Room #429March 9 - Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, …


    Superior Court - Jan. 13, 2026, 9:42 a.m.

  10. 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.