1. Video Appearance for Proceedings

    *AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2024, LEWIS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT WILL NO LONGER ALLOW VIDEO APPEARANCES.*


    District Court - Feb. 2, 2021, 10:54 a.m.

  2. What is filed in District Court?

    Anti-harassmentsAnti-harassments - StalkingCriminal charges - Traffic & Non-TrafficCivil ClaimsInfraction - Traffic & Non TrafficName ChangesSmall ClaimsVehicle Impound hearings


    District Court - Sept. 17, 2013, 4:58 p.m.

  3. VEHICLE IMPOUND HEARINGS

    Requests for Vehicle Impound hearings are filed with the District Court. The form is given to the driver by the towing company at the time of the tow.


    District Court - Jan. 23, 2014, 12:39 p.m.

  4. Financial Services

    The Auditor’s Financial Services office is located on the main floor of the Historical Courthouse, room 116.The Auditor’s Financial Services office handles many functions, including:Accounts PayableAnnual Financial Reports Monthly ReportingPayroll & Benefits Financial Services Contact Information 351 NW North StreetPO Box 29Chehalis, WA 98532Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through FridayPhone: 360-740-1156Fax: 360-740-2772 Financial Information Annual Financial Reports202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010Cost Allocation Plans2026 Lewis County Full Cost Allocation Plan2026 Lewis County Title 2 CFR 200 Compliant Cost Allocation Plan Other Resources GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board): http://www.gasb.org/GFOA (Government Financial Officers Association): http://www.gfoa.org/WFOA (Washington Financial Officers Association): http://www.wfoa.org/Washington State homepage http://access.wa.gov/Washington State …


    Auditor - March 11, 2016, 4:11 p.m.

  5. SMALL CLAIMS

    District Court handles small claims not exceeding $10,000.00SMALL CLAIMS BROCHUREFormsSmall Claim Notice of ClaimSmall Claims Cover SheetCertificate of ServiceAffidavits of Non-military serviceDenial of ClaimMotion for Voluntary Dismissal by Plaintiff & Order of DismissalSatisfaction of Judgment


    District Court - Jan. 30, 2015, 12:44 p.m.

  6. Appliances

    Pay to Recycle at Lewis County Central Transfer Station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Avenue or the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 US Hwy 12, MortonAppliances Non-Refrigerated Units:$10.00 each Please pay at scale house prior to dropping off.Washing MachinesDryersOvens/Ranges/StovesHot Water HeatersDish WashersPay to Recycle at Lewis County Central Transfer Station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Avenue or the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 US Hwy 12, MortonAppliances Refrigerated Units:$30.00 each Please pay at the scale house prior to dropping off. Doors can be recycled with the units, but the doors must be detached.RefrigeratorsFreezers (doors must be detached)Air Conditioning …


    Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.

  7. Search & Rescue

    The Lewis County Search and Rescue program is under the guidance and direction of the Lewis County Sheriff and his designees. The program is greatly dependent upon the efforts of many volunteers from the local communities and could not exist without their dedication.In 1959 the Mossyrock Search and Rescue Unit was developed to fill the need for an organized search and rescue unit. They were joined by Salkum in 1977 and Packwood in 1978. In 1986 the Civil Air Patrol organized the Fire Mountain Squadron.The Sheriff's Posse was reorganized as a SAR unit in 1987 and the Cascade Dogs Unit …


    Sheriff - March 8, 2016, 1 p.m.

  8. 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.

  9. Park Hosts

    PARK HOST PROGRAMHosts assist park staff in campground and park operations and assist visitors by providing park information, answering questions, and explaining rules. Hosts are provided a designated RV site and utilities during their volunteer service. As a host, you will be joining a supportive community of volunteers and staff who serve the public and our public lands.REQUIREMENTSHosts must be at least 18 years old and are required to pass a criminal background check.Hosts must provide their own RV, camping unit or boat; lodging cannot be provided. RVs must be self-contained with a bathroom and shower. Host assignments typically require …


    Parks & Recreation - March 9, 2023, 4:48 p.m.

  10. 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.