Criminal records in Clallam County, Washington, can be accessed through several channels. ClallamCourt.us can help find publicly available criminal case information. Additional access points include the Washington State Courts online search system, the Clallam County Superior Court Clerk's Office, and the Clallam County Sheriff's Office. Whether you need to look up a pending felony case, check current jail bookings, or obtain a certified copy of a court document, the resources below explain each method step by step.
How to Search Criminal Records in Clallam
There are several ways to search for criminal records in Clallam County. What you need to get started depends on the method you choose, but generally you should have at least one of the following:
- Full legal name of the individual (first and last name)
- Date of birth
- Case number
- Booking number or subject number (for jail records)
Through ClallamCourt.us
Start at ClallamCourt.us to search for publicly available court record information related to criminal cases in Clallam County. You can search by name or case number to find case details, charges, and case status.
Online — State and County Portals
- Clallam County Case or Name Search — The county provides a case or name search tool for Superior Court records. Once you locate a case, click on the case number to view the index of filed documents.
- Washington State Courts Name and Case Search — The statewide name and case search covers courts across Washington, including Clallam County Superior Court. Data is updated every 24 hours. Note that copies of case file documents are not available through this portal — it provides case index information only.
- Clallam County Jail Roster — The Clallam County Inmate Inquiry lets you search current inmates by name, subject number, booking number, or date range.
- Washington DOC Incarcerated Individual Search — For individuals sentenced to state prison, the Department of Corrections incarcerated search provides current custody information. A separate DOC warrant search is also available.
- Court Date Lookup — Use the Find My Court Date tool to check upcoming hearing dates, though this does not substitute for a full criminal history.
In Person
Visit the Clallam County Superior Court Clerk's Office to search court records using public access terminals or request assistance from staff.
By Mail or Written Request
- Superior Court records: Send a written request to the Superior Court Clerk's Office at the address above. Include the full name of the party, case number if known, and the type of document you need.
- Sheriff's Office records: You can submit a records request to the Clallam County Sheriff's Office in person, by phone at 360-504-1262, or through their online request form.
- State criminal history: For a comprehensive criminal history report, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) maintains the state criminal history repository. Requests can be submitted through WSP's WATCH (Washington Access to Criminal History) system online.
Search Clallam Criminal Cases by Case Number
Washington courts use a standardized case numbering format. Understanding the structure helps you search more efficiently and verify you have the right case.
A typical Clallam County Superior Court case number follows this pattern:
XX-X-XXXXX-XX
- First two digits: The year the case was filed (e.g., "24" for 2024)
- Single letter: The case type code. For criminal cases, common codes include:
- 1 — Criminal felony
- C — Civil
- D — Domestic
- Five-digit sequence: The sequential filing number assigned by the clerk
- Final two digits: The county code. Clallam County's code is 09
When searching by case number on the county's case search tool, enter the full case number exactly as formatted. If you only have a partial number, try searching by the party's name instead and then matching the case number from the results.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Clallam
Charges
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Statute code | The RCW (Revised Code of Washington) section the defendant is charged under, e.g., RCW 9A.56.040 for theft |
| Severity | Felony (Class A, B, or C), gross misdemeanor, misdemeanor, or infraction |
| Original vs. amended charges | Charges may be amended through plea negotiations or prosecutorial review — both the original and amended charges typically appear in the case record |
| Count number | Cases with multiple charges list each as a separate count |
Case Status
- Pending: The case has been filed but not yet resolved
- Active: Proceedings are ongoing, such as pre-trial motions or a scheduled trial
- Disposed: The case has reached a final outcome — conviction, acquittal, or dismissal
- Closed: All obligations (sentencing, fines, probation) have been completed and the case is administratively closed
Hearing Types
- Arraignment: The defendant's first court appearance, where charges are read and a plea is entered
- Preliminary hearing: A hearing to determine whether sufficient evidence exists to proceed (less common in Superior Court where cases are typically filed by information or indictment)
- Pre-trial conference: A hearing to discuss case status, plea offers, and trial readiness
- Trial: Bench trial or jury trial where evidence is presented
- Sentencing: The court imposes penalties after a conviction or guilty plea
- Review hearing: Post-sentencing hearings to monitor compliance with court orders
Court Results
| Result | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Guilty | The defendant was convicted, either by plea or verdict |
| Not guilty | The defendant was acquitted at trial |
| Dismissed | The charges were dropped by the court or prosecutor |
| Dismissed with prejudice | The case cannot be refiled |
| Dismissed without prejudice | The case could potentially be refiled |
| Deferred prosecution | The case is suspended while the defendant completes treatment or conditions under RCW 10.05 |
| Stipulated order of continuance | Charges are held in abeyance pending completion of agreed conditions |
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Clallam
Certified copies of criminal court records carry the official seal of the court and a deputy clerk's signature. They are often required by government agencies, employers, and attorneys.
Superior Court Records
The Clallam County Superior Court Clerk's Office handles certified copy requests for all Superior Court filings, including criminal felony cases.
How to request:
- In person: Visit the clerk's office at the address below
- By mail: Send a written request specifying the case number, document name, and whether you need a plain or certified copy. Include payment.
Identification: Government-issued photo ID is generally required for in-person requests. Written requests should include enough identifying information (full name, case number, date of birth) to locate the correct record.
Sheriff's Office — Personal Criminal History
The Clallam County Sheriff's Office Support Services division provides personal criminal history records. You will need to provide your full name and date of birth.
General Public Records Requests
For records held by other Clallam County departments, use the county's Public Records Center, email the Public Records Office, or call 360-417-2423. Washington's Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) governs access to most government records in the state.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Clallam
| Service | Fee | Source / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Personal criminal history record (Sheriff's Office) | $10.00 | Per the Sheriff's Office Support Services page |
| Superior Court document copies (non-certified) | Varies; typically $0.50 per page | Contact the clerk's office for current per-page rates |
| Certified copy fee | Varies; typically $5.00 per document plus per-page charges | Certified copies include the court seal and deputy clerk signature |
| Washington State Patrol WATCH criminal history | $11.00 (online) / $32.50 (fingerprint-based) | WSP fee schedule; subject to change |
Processing Times
- In-person requests at the Superior Court Clerk's Office are often processed the same day, depending on the complexity of the request and office workload.
- Mail requests to the clerk's office may take several business days to process, plus mailing time.
- Sheriff's Office records requests are subject to the timelines set by Washington's Public Records Act, which requires agencies to respond within five business days — though the actual production of records may take longer depending on volume.
- WSP WATCH online results are typically returned within minutes for name-based searches.
Fees are generally payable by cash, check, or money order for in-person and mail requests. Confirm accepted payment methods with the specific office before submitting your request.