| County Clerk (Superior Court) | Kitsap County Clerk (Superior Court) |
|---|---|
| Clerk address | Kitsap County Clerk, 614 Division Street, Room 202, Port Orchard, WA 98366 (mailing: 614 Division Street, MS-34, Port Orchard, WA 98366) |
| Phone | 360-337-7164 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. and 1:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch 12:15–1:15 p.m.) |
| Earliest records noted | Varies by court — older files may be on paper or microfilm |
| Plain copy fee | $0.50 per page (non-certified) at most superior court clerks; some counties charge $0.25 per page |
| Certified copy fee | $5.00 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page |
Kitsap County, across Puget Sound from Seattle, keeps its Superior Court records with the Kitsap County Clerk at the county courthouse in Port Orchard. The Clerk receives, processes, and preserves every document filed in a Superior Court matter — criminal, civil, family law, probate, guardianship, paternity, adoption, and juvenile — and also serves as jury commissioner for all courts in the county, including district and municipal courts.
Kitsap handles online access differently from most Washington counties. The Clerk's Office steers the general public to the Washington State Digital Archives, where Kitsap Superior Court documents can be previewed and purchased as certified or non-certified copies by case number. The Odyssey Portal is free for looking up a case number and case information, but the Clerk treats Odyssey document access as a subscription service for attorneys and businesses that need frequent access, not for general public use.
Kitsap County District Court, in Room 106 of the same courthouse, hears misdemeanors, infractions, civil cases up to $100,000, small claims, and protection-order petitions. It runs its own ePortal for case search and e-filing. Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard, and Poulsbo each operate a municipal court with separate records.
Search Kitsap County court records online
County Clerk (Superior Court)
Kitsap County Clerk (Superior Court)
- Cost
- Free case lookup and in-person viewing; copies $0.50 per page effective June 11, 2026; certified copies $5.00 first page plus $1.00 per additional page; exemplified copies $9.00 first page plus $1.00 per additional page
- Coverage
- Superior Court criminal, civil, family law, probate, guardianship, paternity, adoption, and juvenile case records for Kitsap County
- Records
- Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate
Copies delivered on an electronic storage device carry a mandatory $5.00 charge under RCW 36.18.016 (effective July 1, 2026). Audio recordings of hearings are $30 per hearing day, payable in advance.
Other courts
Washington State Digital Archives (Kitsap Superior Court Records)
- Cost
- Per-copy purchase price for certified or non-certified copies
- Coverage
- Kitsap County Superior Court documents searchable by case number under the "Superior Court Records" record series; previews are free and copies can be added to a cart and purchased
- Records
- Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate
The Clerk's Office recommends this route for the general public and infrequent users. Select Record Series "Superior Court Records" and County "Kitsap," then enter the case number with dashes.
Other courts
Odyssey Portal (Kitsap County Superior Court)
- Cost
- Free for case information; document access by paid subscription
- Coverage
- Kitsap County Superior Court case information — use it to find a case number before searching the Digital Archives
- Records
- Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate
The Clerk describes Odyssey document subscriptions as being for businesses and attorneys with frequent access needs; registration is handled by email (odyportal@kitsap.gov). Case-level information is free without an account.
Other courts
Kitsap County District Court ePortal
- Cost
- Free case search
- Coverage
- Kitsap County District Court misdemeanor, infraction, civil, small claims, and protection-order cases; e-filing and document download for attorneys and self-represented parties
- Records
- Criminal, Civil, Traffic
District Court Clerk's Office is in Room 106, 614 Division Street, Port Orchard; phone 360-337-7109; open Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. and 1:15–4:00 p.m.
What is available online
Case information for Kitsap Superior Court is free on the Odyssey Portal without an account. Document images are sold through the Washington State Digital Archives, where you can preview a portion of each document before buying a certified or plain copy; the Clerk's Office points the general public there rather than to Odyssey, which it treats as a subscription tool for attorneys and businesses. District Court cases are searchable in the court's own ePortal. Sealed or confidential audio and documents require an in-person request with government photo ID.
Which clerk has your record
In Washington, the clerk who keeps a file depends on which court heard the case. Check the court name on the case notice, citation, or order, then use the office and coverage details above to identify the record holder. Court names and responsibilities differ by state; a county clerk may not keep court case files. For federal cases, see the PACER guide. The full court structure is on the Washington page.
| Court | Typical cases | Records kept by |
|---|---|---|
| Superior Courts (one per county, some counties share) | Felony criminal cases; Divorce, custody, and other family-law cases; Civil cases above $100,000 (or any amount not limited to district court) | Clerk of the Superior Court for the county |
| District Courts | Misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors; Civil cases up to $100,000; Traffic and non-traffic infractions | District Court Clerk/Administrator for the county |
| Municipal Courts | Misdemeanors under city ordinance; Traffic infractions issued by city police; City code violations | Municipal court clerk for that city |
Request records in person or by mail
Kitsap County clerk offices
Kitsap County Clerk, 614 Division Street, Room 202, Port Orchard, WA 98366 (mailing: 614 Division Street, MS-34, Port Orchard, WA 98366)
Phone: 360-337-7164
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. and 1:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed for lunch 12:15–1:15 p.m.)
Online. Find the case number on the Odyssey Portal, then go to the Washington State Digital Archives, choose the "Superior Court Records" series and Kitsap County, enter the case number with dashes, preview the documents, and purchase certified or non-certified copies through the cart.
In person. Visit the Clerk's Office in Room 202 of the courthouse at 614 Division Street, Port Orchard, during business hours (closed 12:15–1:15 p.m.). Viewing is free; copies are $0.50 per page and certified copies are $5.00 for the first page plus $1.00 per additional page.
By mail. Write to Kitsap County Clerk, 614 Division Street, MS-34, Port Orchard, WA 98366, with the case number, the documents needed, whether you need plain or certified copies, and a daytime contact. Payment is required before copies are released.
Audio recordings. Hearing audio is $30 per hearing day (regular processing, pick-up or digital download), $35 mailed, or $50–$55 expedited. Requests must be paid in advance by cash, money order, or card; recordings are usually ready in three to five business days. Not every hearing is digitally recorded — some were taken by a court reporter.
District Court records. Use the District Court ePortal or contact the District Court Clerk's Office in Room 106 at 360-337-7109. Municipal court tickets (Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard, Poulsbo) are held by that city's court.
Fees
| Item | Typical cost in Washington |
|---|---|
| Plain copy | $0.50 per page (non-certified) at most superior court clerks; some counties charge $0.25 per page |
| Certified copy | $5.00 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page |
Superior court clerk fees are set by RCW 36.18.016; district and municipal court fees are set by RCW 3.62.060. Both statutes set the $5.00 first-page / $1.00 additional-page certified-copy fee, but counties vary on the non-certified per-page rate, search fees for older records, and add-ons like expedited service or electronic delivery — confirm the current amount with the specific clerk before sending payment.
Need a copy an agency will accept? See how to get certified copies of court records.
Sealed and restricted records
Washington court records are presumed open under General Rule 31 (GR 31), but several categories are not available in any public search:
The Washington guide lists every category of sealed and restricted record, and our guide to expunging or sealing a criminal record explains how to remove one from public view.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a copy of a Kitsap County Superior Court document online?
The Clerk's Office directs the public to the Washington State Digital Archives. Select the "Superior Court Records" series and Kitsap County, enter the case number with dashes, preview the document, and buy a certified or non-certified copy through the cart.
Can I use the Odyssey Portal for Kitsap County records?
Yes for free case information and to find a case number. Document access through Odyssey in Kitsap is a paid subscription intended for attorneys and businesses with frequent needs; the public is directed to the Digital Archives for copies instead.
What do copies cost at the Kitsap County Clerk's Office?
Plain copies are $0.50 per page (raised from $0.25 effective June 11, 2026), certified copies are $5.00 for the first page plus $1.00 per additional page, and exemplified copies are $9.00 for the first page plus $1.00 per page. Electronic delivery on a storage device adds $5.00.
Where do I find a Kitsap County misdemeanor or traffic case?
In Kitsap County District Court, which has its own ePortal case search and a clerk's office in Room 106 of the courthouse at 614 Division Street, Port Orchard. Tickets written by Bremerton, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard, or Poulsbo police go to that city's municipal court.
Sources
- Kitsap County Clerk — https://www.kitsap.gov/clerk/Pages/default.aspx
- Kitsap County Clerk — Requesting Court Records — https://www.kitsap.gov/clerk/Pages/Copy-Requests.aspx
- Kitsap County Clerk — Contact Us — https://www.kitsap.gov/clerk/Pages/Contact.aspx
- Kitsap County District Court — https://www.kitsap.gov/dc/Pages/default.aspx
- Washington State Court Directory — Kitsap County — https://www.courts.wa.gov/court_dir/orgs/277.html
- Washington Courts — About the Courts — https://www.courts.wa.gov/
- Washington Courts Case Search — https://dw.courts.wa.gov/
- Odyssey Portal — https://odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov/odyportal
- Washington Appellate Courts Public Document Portal — https://acdocportal.courts.wa.gov/PublicAccess/search_ca.html
- WATCH — Washington State Patrol Criminal History Search — https://watch.wsp.wa.gov/public/watch
- GR 31 — Public Access to Court Records — https://www.courts.wa.gov/court_rules/pdf/GR/GA_GR_31_00_00.pdf
- RCW 9.94A.640 — Vacation of Judgment (felony) — https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=9.94A.640
- RCW 9.96.060 — Vacation of Conviction (misdemeanor) — https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=9.96.060
- RCW 36.18.016 — Superior Court Clerk Fees — https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=36.18.016
- RCW 3.62.060 — District and Municipal Court Fees — https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=3.62.060
See also: all Washington counties.