Find Criminal Records in Snohomish County

Snohomish County criminal records are kept by the Superior Court Clerk and the District Court, both located at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue in Everett. The county is one of the largest in Washington, with a population of over 800,000 spread across cities like Everett, Lynnwood, Marysville, Edmonds, and Bothell. If you are searching for Snohomish County criminal case information, you have several options including an online case portal, the statewide Washington Courts search, the county jail roster, and in-person requests at the courthouse. This page covers how each of those works and what you can find.

Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk

The Snohomish County Clerk of Superior Court maintains all felony criminal case files for the county. The office stores charging documents, plea agreements, sentencing orders, court calendars, dockets, and final judgments. Staff can help you find cases by party name or case number and will assist you with requests for certified or plain copies of case documents.

The clerk's office is located at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, M/S 605, Everett, WA 98201. The main phone number is (425) 388-3466. Criminal records here are public under the Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) and the Criminal Records Privacy Act (RCW 10.97). Sealed records and juvenile records are restricted from public access. The clerk handles both in-person requests and mail requests. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting in person.

The Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk page at snohomishcountywa.gov provides current information on office hours, services, and how to submit records requests online or by mail.

The clerk's office in Everett is the primary source for official Snohomish County felony case records, including certified copies that are recognized for legal and official purposes.

Snohomish County District Court Records

The Snohomish County District Court handles misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor criminal cases, including DUI, simple assault, petty theft, and traffic crimes. The court is located at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, M/S 508, Everett, WA 98201. The phone number is (425) 388-3331. Records from misdemeanor criminal cases are public and can be requested through the clerk's office at this location.

District Court records include charging documents, hearing dates, pleas, and final dispositions for lower-level offenses. These are different from the felony records kept by the Superior Court Clerk. If you are not sure which court handled a case, the statewide Washington Courts case search covers both and will tell you which court has the file. You can search by name or case number.

The District Court page on the Snohomish County website lists available services, filing information, and contact details for both the court and the clerk's office at that location.

Snohomish County Jail Roster

The Snohomish County jail roster at snohomishcountywa.gov/2760/Jail-Roster shows individuals currently in custody. The roster includes booking information, charges, and scheduled release dates. This is a real-time public resource that you can check without making a formal records request. It is useful for verifying whether someone has recently been arrested or is currently being held.

The jail roster reflects current custody status only. It does not show historical bookings or past case outcomes. For records of a past arrest or conviction, use the court clerk or the statewide case search. The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, reachable at (425) 388-3699, handles the jail and maintains separate records for incidents and arrests.

The online jail roster updates regularly and is available to anyone with internet access. No account or fee is needed to view it.

Searching Snohomish County Criminal Records Online

There are a few ways to search Snohomish County criminal case records online. The statewide Washington Courts Name and Case Search is the most comprehensive free tool. It covers Superior Court, District Court, and municipal court cases across all 39 Washington counties. You search by name, case number, attorney, or judicial officer. Results show filing dates, party names, charges, and case status, but not document images.

The jail roster at snohomishcountywa.gov is a separate tool focused on current custody. If you need conviction history across all of Washington, the WSP offers WATCH for $11.00 per search. WATCH returns a statewide RAP sheet based on name and date of birth.

For full case documents, you need to contact the clerk's office. The Snohomish County clerk handles both in-person and mail requests. If you know the case number, the process is straightforward. If you only have a name, staff can help search the index. Copy fees apply for reproductions of case documents.

Note: The statewide portal does not include records from federal courts. If you are looking for federal criminal cases involving conduct investigated by federal agencies, you need to check the PACER system at pacer.gov, which is the federal court records database.

State Criminal History and Background Checks

For a statewide criminal history check covering more than just Snohomish County courts, the Washington State Patrol is the right source. The WSP Criminal History Records section is the official state repository for conviction data. The WSP accepts online searches through WATCH, mail-in requests, and in-person requests at the Olympia office located at 106 11th Ave SW Suite 1300. The mail fee is $32.00 per name search and the fingerprint-based check is $58.00.

The Washington Department of Corrections incarcerated search is another free public tool. It shows whether someone is currently in a state prison and provides age, location, and custody status. Major facilities include Monroe Correctional Complex, which is located in Snohomish County, and Washington State Penitentiary. The Monroe complex houses a significant number of Washington inmates, making it particularly relevant for Snohomish County residents.

Sex offender information is managed by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs. Level II and Level III registrants in Snohomish County are listed on the public registry. Registration is required under RCW 9A.44.130, with offenders required to report to the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office within three business days of changes to their address or employment.

Getting Copies of Snohomish County Criminal Records

You can get copies of criminal case records from the Snohomish County Clerk's office in person, by mail, or sometimes online through the county's portal. In-person requests at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue in Everett allow same-day access. Bring a photo ID and the case number or the full name of the person you are searching. Staff will pull the file and provide copies at the standard per-page fee.

Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Certified documents are often needed for legal filings, immigration purposes, or proving criminal history status to third parties. Plain copies work for personal research and general review. The clerk's office can confirm the current fee schedule over the phone at (425) 388-3466.

For court forms needed to request record sealing or vacation of a conviction, the Washington Courts forms page has the standard statewide forms at no cost. Under RCW 9.96.060, some convictions in Washington may be eligible to be vacated after a waiting period and meeting other conditions. This process is done through a formal court petition, not an automatic removal.

Cities in Snohomish County

Snohomish County includes several large cities. All criminal cases from these communities go through the Snohomish County courts in Everett.

Other communities in Snohomish County include Monroe, Mukilteo, Snohomish, Arlington, and Stanwood. All criminal cases from those areas are filed at the Snohomish County courts in Everett as well.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Snohomish County. Each has its own courts and clerks. The statewide search tool works across all of them.