Find Court Records in Camas
Court records for Camas, Washington are spread across three levels of courts. The Camas-Washougal Municipal Court handles city-level misdemeanors and traffic cases. Clark County District Court covers broader civil and criminal matters. Clark County Superior Court handles felonies, family law, and large civil suits. Whether you need to look up a traffic ticket, find a criminal case, or get a certified copy of a judgment, this page covers where to go and how to search Camas court records online and in person.
Camas Overview
Camas-Washougal Municipal Court
The Camas-Washougal Municipal Court is a shared court that serves both the City of Camas and the City of Washougal. It handles misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and parking violations for both cities. If you got a traffic ticket in Camas or were cited for a misdemeanor within city limits, this is where your case is filed.
The court is located at 89 C Street, Washougal, WA 98671. That's just a short drive from Camas proper. You can reach the court by phone at (564) 397-2125 or by email at dc.camas@clark.wa.gov. It's a good idea to contact the court before you go to confirm your information on file, such as your email address, mailing address, and phone number, is current. The court asks that parties keep that contact information up to date.
| Office | Camas-Washougal Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 89 C Street Washougal, WA 98671 |
| Phone | (564) 397-2125 |
| dc.camas@clark.wa.gov | |
| Website | cityofcamas.us/municipal-court |
The court provides forms for hearing requests, continuances, and payment plans. Arraignments, pretrial conferences, and trials are all conducted there. Records can be requested in person at the clerk's office during business hours. Payment options include in-person, mail, and online payment portals.
Clark County District Court
Clark County District Court is a step up from the municipal court in terms of jurisdiction. It handles traffic violations, criminal traffic citations, misdemeanor crimes, civil cases under $100,000, small claims, and name changes for the broader county. If a case originates in an unincorporated part of Clark County near Camas, it may fall under district court rather than the municipal court.
The district court is located at 610 Esther Street, Vancouver, WA 98660. Phone: 564-397-2424. Hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The court maintains records for all district court cases filed in Clark County, and public access terminals are available for free case searches. Records can be requested in person, by mail, or online. Certified copies cost $5 per document.
Note: Clark County District Court operates separately from the municipal court in Camas and Washougal. If you're not sure which court holds your record, the statewide case search tool can help you find it.
Clark County Superior Court
Felony criminal cases, major civil suits, family law matters, domestic relations cases, and estate proceedings for Camas residents all go through Clark County Superior Court. The Superior Court is the highest trial court in Clark County. It also handles appeals from the district and municipal courts.
The Clark County Superior Court is at 1200 Franklin Street, Vancouver, WA 98660. The Clerk's office phone is 564-397-2424. Scott G. Weber serves as the Clark County Clerk, who acts as the Administrator of Court Records and the Financial Officer for the Courts. Records can be requested in person, by mail, or electronically. The Clerk's office provides certified copies and maintains all official filings for superior court cases.
Public access terminals at the courthouse allow free viewing of court records. Historical records for Camas-area cases may also be available through the Washington State Digital Archives. That archive contains older case files that predate the current online search systems. Sealed or confidential records are not available through the archive and require a court order.
Search Camas Court Records Online
The fastest way to look up a Camas court case is the free statewide tool at dw.courts.wa.gov. It covers the Camas-Washougal Municipal Court, Clark County District Court, and Clark County Superior Court. You can search by party name, case number, or business name. Results include case summaries, docket information, and hearing schedules. The system updates daily at 3:00 a.m., so new filings from the same day won't appear right away.
The Washington Courts Odyssey Portal at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov is another option for searching superior court cases. It gives access to detailed case histories and filed documents for Clark County Superior Court cases. You can search by name, case number, or filing date range.
For older records that aren't in the online search systems, the Washington State Digital Archives may have what you need. That site holds historical court documents from counties statewide. To get actual copies of any document you find in an online search, you must contact the specific court that holds the file. Online tools show you what exists, but they don't replace the certified copy you'd get from the clerk's office.
Washington court records operate under General Rule 31, which governs public access to court records. Most civil and criminal case records are open to the public. Some records, including those involving juveniles or sealed matters, have restricted access.
Washington Public Records and Court Rules
It's worth knowing that court records in Washington are not governed by the Public Records Act under RCW 42.56. That law applies to government agencies, not courts. Court records follow GR 31, which has different timelines and fee rules. This matters if you're used to submitting public records requests to city or county offices. For court records, you go directly to the clerk's office and follow the court's own procedures.
The Clark County Clerk's office can tell you what documents exist in a case, provide copies, and issue certified copies when needed. Staff cannot give legal advice or tell you how to respond to a case. If you need help understanding a court record or figuring out your next step, contact a legal aid organization or a licensed attorney.
Clark County Court Records
Camas is in Clark County, and all court filings above the municipal level go through the Clark County court system. For more information about Clark County courts, the clerk's office, and record access, visit the Clark County court records page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are also in the Clark County area and use the same county court system.