1. Release Information

    Juveniles can only be released to their parent/guardian. If the parent/guardian is unable to pick up the juvenile upon release, there must be prior approval from the juvenile’s Probation Officer.The parent/guardian must provide proper identification prior to the juvenile’s release.*Medication will only be released to the parent/guardian.If a parent/guardian refuses to pick up the juvenile from Juvenile Detention, the Juvenile Court staff will notify the local law enforcement agency and Child Protective Services (CPS) to report abandonment.


    Juvenile Court - April 24, 2018, 4:10 p.m.


  2. Free Legal Clinics - April/May/June, 2026

    2026 - Quarter 2 English Flyer2026 - Quarter 2 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.Clinic Dates, Times, and Locations:April 7 - Wahkiakum County, River Street Meeting Room, Noon - 2pmApril 27 - Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, 4th Floor, Room #429, 9:30 am - 11:30 amMay 21 - Pacific County, Superior Court Law Library, 10:30 am -12:30 pmMay 25 - Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, 4th Floor, Room #429, 9:30 am - 11:30 amJune …


    Superior Court - April 1, 2026, 11:52 a.m.


  3. Sandbags - Frequently Asked Questions

    WHAT IS A SANDBAG AND WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE? A sandbag is a sack made of burlap or woven polypropylene that is filled with sand or soil and used for such purposes as flood control and military fortification. Sand bags are an excellent choice for the construction of levees, berms, dikes and barricades for erosion control, flood walls, and traffic control. Sandbags may be used during emergencies when rivers threaten to over-flood, or a levee or dike is damaged. Quick action and bags on-hand could save countless dollars in personal and property damage. WHEN CAN SANDBAGS BE USED? The use …


    Emergency Management - Dec. 15, 2010, 11:44 a.m.


  4. Accreditation

    On 04/10/12 the Lewis County Coroner’s Office was awarded accreditation through the International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners (IACME). This process began in 2011 and culminated with the inspection process on 04/10/12. We are now one of only five coroner’s offices in Washington State to have received accreditation through this association.The IAC&ME has established a set of accreditation standards and these encompass administration, facilities, forensics and investigative for a total of 130 standards. Applying for accreditation means to voluntarily open your office facilities as well as your policies and procedures for examination by a team of auditors to see …


    Coroner - Sept. 28, 2012, 4:13 p.m.


  5. Civil

    COVID-19 NOTICE - STATE & FEDERAL PROCLAMATIONSThe State of Washington mandates all County Sheriff's Offices maintain a Civil Division. It is the duty of the Sheriff to execute the service of process, orders of the courts, and of judicial officers, when delivered to the Sheriff for that purpose. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for service of various court documents when a fee is paid, such as: summons, complaints, criminal and civil subpoenas, petitions, notice of claims, family court orders, various types of protection orders (no fee for DV, Sexual Assault, Stalking or Vulnerable Adult protection orders), and numerous …


    Sheriff - March 17, 2015, 12:20 p.m.


  6. Probation

    Probation The Probation Department works closely with youth(s), parent(s), school(s), law enforcement, and other community services to ensure youth are meeting the terms of their probation while working to become responsible citizens. Our officers strive to provide a balance between accountability and rehabilitation in an effort to change behavior in a positive way. Probation Manager Rickie Anders (360) 740-2626Ricolena.Anders@lewiscountywa.gov Probation Officers Lee Montgomery (360) 740-2682Lee.Montgomery@lewiscountywa.govDean A. Durant (360) 740-2634Dean.Durant@lewiscountywa.govJennifer A. Walker (360)740-2631Jennifer.Walker@lewiscountywa.govDulce Cabrera (360) 740-2628Dulce.Cabrera@lewiscountywa.govPaul Wirkkala (360) 740-2633Paul.Wirkkala@lewiscountywa.govJay Nedry (360) 740-2629Jay.Nedry@lewiscountywa.govSeth Foster (360) 740-2627Seth.Foster@lewiscountywa.govElyssa Brown (360) 740-2726Elyssa.Brown@lewiscountywa.gov


    Juvenile Court - Jan. 21, 2016, 7:49 a.m.


  7. 25-350 Approve interlocal agreements between Lewis County and area emergency response agencies regarding technology services.

    Please see the attached agreement.


    Commissioners - Dec. 3, 2025, 3:47 p.m.


  8. Pre-registration and Hospice programs

    Pre-Registration Program:The Lewis County Coroner’s Office (LCCO) has this program available where a person who is under a physician’s care for a documented long-term illness and who is receiving care (either from family or from a facility) can be enrolled in the pre-registration program.To be added to the pre-registration list the primary care physician has to complete and submit and a Lewis County Coroner’s Office Pre-Registration form that contains the patient’s demographics, the next of kin names and contact, and the mortuary of choice. The form also states the primary care physician will sign the Death Certificate and what they …


    Coroner - March 8, 2013, 2:52 p.m.


  9. 25-136 Approve an interlocal agreement (ILA) for emergency management services between Lewis County Emergency Management and the City of Chehalis

    Please see the attachment.


    Commissioners - May 20, 2025, 2:08 p.m.


  10. 20-422 Approve the Interlocal Agreement for Emergency Management Services between Lewis County Emergency Management and the Cities of Chehalis, Napavine, Morton and Mossyrock

    Please see the attached ILA.


    Commissioners - Jan. 21, 2026, 4:37 p.m.