Washington criminal records originate at the local police department levels in most situations.  These files are often used in conjunction with the courts, which allows much of this information to be joined in with court records as well.  There are several different types of criminal records available including police records, arrest records, conviction records and more.  There are numerous resources available that you can utilize in your search for criminal records below.

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Washington Courts - Overview of the court system.

Washington Court System - Search Records by Name or Case

Washington Appellate and Trial Courts - Links to Individual Courts

Washington "Find My Court Date" - Search Records

Washington Attorney's Search - Records for Attorneys

Washington State Department of Corrections - Overview of Department

Washington Criminal Background Check - WSP WATCH Site

Washington State Sex Offender Information Center - Searchable Database

Washington State Sex Offenders - Search Offenders Near Your Neighborhood

Washington Sex/Kidnapping Offender Registration Requirements

Washington Victim Services - Provided by the Dept. of Corrections

Washington State Patrol - Information on Agency

Washington State Patrol - Criminal History Records

Washington State Patrol - Public Records Requests

Washington Courts - Frequently Asked Questions

U.S. Department of Justice - Criminal Record Systems Statistics

Office of Financial Management - Criminal Statistical Analysis Center

Washington Courts - Criminal Justice Records

Washington Courts - Criminal History and Criminal Records Information

Washington State Patrol - Crime Laboratory Division

Washington Courts - JIS Link - Administrative Office of the Courts

Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs - Legislation, Employment and Committees

Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs - Jail Booking Reporting System