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Whatcom County, Washington — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Whatcom County.

⚡ At a Glance

  • County Clerk: Whatcom County Courthouse, Washington — Contact the clerk
  • Sheriff: Whatcom County Sheriff's Office, Washington
  • Online search: JIS Link — WA Courts
  • County seat: Washington, Washington
How to use this page: Pick a section below.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below.

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Court case records
🔍 Sheriff arrest records and jail information
🏛️ Local court records
📋 Property and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Whatcom County County Clerk maintains records for cases filed in local courts. Office: Whatcom County Courthouse, Washington.

OfficeDetails
County ClerkWhatcom County Courthouse, Washington
PhoneContact the clerk
Online SearchJIS Link — WA Courts
⚖️ JIS Link — WA Courts 🏛️ Washington Judiciary

Use the link above or call Contact the clerk.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Whatcom County come from the arresting agency. The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Washington.

AgencyLocation
Whatcom County Sheriff's OfficeWashington, Washington
🔍 WSP — Criminal History 📋 WA State Patrol

Contact the Whatcom County Sheriff for local arrest records.

Other Public Records

Whatcom County maintains other public records through county offices in Washington.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit Whatcom County Courthouse, Washington. Bring valid ID.

Online: Use JIS Link — WA Courts.

By mail: Submit a request under Washington's public records law. Call Contact the clerk.

About Whatcom County

Whatcom County is in Washington, county seat: Washington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Whatcom County courthouse?
Whatcom County Courthouse, Washington. Call Contact the clerk.
Can I look up arrests online?
Contact the Sheriff in Washington or use WSP — Criminal History.
How do I get a court record?
Search at JIS Link — WA Courts or call Contact the clerk.
What courts does Whatcom County have?
Local trial courts as part of the Washington court system.
Is there a fee?
Many online searches are free. Certified copies may require a fee.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online.

This page is a guide. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026