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Grant County Prosecuting Attorney
Their mission is to serve the citizens of Grant County by providing the fair and impartial administration of justice, while adhering to the highest ethical standards of the legal profession while discharging otheir responsibilities. These responsibilities include: Protecting the public by responsibly prosecuting violations of the law; Assisting and advocating the rights of crime victims; Promoting professionalism within the criminal justice system; Impartially advising the Board of County Commissioners and the elected and appointed officials of Grant County; Effectively and ethically prosecuting and defending all civil actions to which Grant County may be a party; Remaining accountable to the citizens of Grant County by using public funds as efficiently as possible and operating in a fiscally responsible manner.
Grant County Superior Court
Washington has 39 Superior Courts, one in each of Washington's 39 counties. Superior Courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction in Washington. A Superior Court may consider all civil and criminal matters occurring within a county's boundary. The Superior Court also has exclusive jurisdiction over civil matters in which the amount in controversy is more than $75,000, felony cases, estate and probate matters, family law cases (including divorces and child custody hearings), and juvenile proceedings. They act as a court of appeal for cases from the District and Municipal Courts.
Grant County District Court
Washington State district and municipal courts may consider civil and criminal matters related to misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic, non-traffic, and parking infractions, domestic violence protection orders, civil actions of $75,000 or less, and small claims up to $5,000.
Grant County Crime Victims/Witnesses Support Program
The Victim/Witness Unit has been established in the Grant Count Prosecuting Attorney's Office to assist victims and witnesses through the criminal justice process. The Grant County Prosecuting Attorney recognizes that recovering from crime takes time and that victims and witnesses deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. Many victims and witnesses have never been significantly involved in the criminal justice process and do not know what to expect. Here's an example of just some of the services offered by the Victim/Witness Unit: Notify victims of hearing dates and changes to those dates; Explain the court process; Familiarize victims and witnesses with courtrooms prior to trials and hearings; Provide a safe location for victims and witnesses to wait prior to testifying or attending hearings; Provide information about available protection from threats or harm; Assist victims in obtaining restitution; Inform victims of their rights; Attend defense and/or prosecution interviews with victims and witnesses; Attend hearings or trial with a victim; Connect victims with available resources, such as Crime Victims Compensation; Notify victims of the final outcome of a case.
Grays Harbor County Public Records Request Form
Access the form to request public records from Grays Harbor County.
Grays Harbor County Jail and Corrections Division
The Corrections Division is managed by the Undersheriff with the assistance of the Jail Lieutenant. They oversee a 176 bed facility which houses prisoners prior to sentencing or after being sentenced to a term of less up to one year. They are assisted by five Sergeants and a staff of approximately 15 full time Corrections Officers as well as support staff.
Grays Harbor Superior Court
Grays Harbor County Superior Court is a trial court of general jurisdiction having original and appellate jurisdiction as authorized by the Constitution and the Laws of the State of Washington. Superior Court Judges hear felony, civil, domestic, guardianship and probate matters, juvenile matters and dependency cases, and appeals from Courts of limited jurisdiction (Grays Harbor District Court and the Municipal Courts located in Aberdeen, Cosmopolis, Elma, Hoquiam, McCleary, Montesano, Oakville, Ocean Shores, and Westport).
Grays Harbor District Court
The District Court of Grays Harbor County consists of two full-time judges, an administrative support staff of eight, and an adult probation department of two. The judges serve four-year terms after election by county voters. There are two courtrooms and court offices, one in Montesano at the courthouse, and one in Aberdeen at the Pearsall building. The probation department has a separate office in Montesano.
Mason County Public Records Requests
You can make your request in person at our Shelton office or our North Precinct in Belfair, by Electronic Mail, or you may download our request form and mail or bring your completed form to one of our offices. Inspection is free. Copies are subject to applicable county fees and the information provided is restricted from commercial use (RCW 42.56.070).