Where do I look up King County court records?

Use King County Clerk Electronic Court Records for Superior Court materials such as civil, family, and probate matters. For deeds, liens, and recorded instruments, use the King County Recorder portal instead of the court docket.

Are King County court records free to search?

Search and document access depend on the King County portal, case type, and user-access level. Some information is available as a public index, while copies, subscriptions, certified records, or restricted documents can require additional steps.

Why can I see a King County case but not the document?

A public index may show that a case or filing exists without exposing the filing image. Sealed records, confidential matters, juvenile records, and documents outside online access rules may require a clerk request or may not be publicly available.

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How to look up court records in King County, Washington

All the official portals, fees, and what's actually searchable. We don't host the records — we just tell you where to find them.

Official search portals

Civil cases Most useful Free to search

King County Clerk · ECR Online

Electronic Court Records for Superior Court — civil, family, probate.

Open portal Document copies: Free with ECR Online subscription

Real estate / deeds / liens Free to search

King County Recorder's Office

Recorded documents (deeds, liens, marriage licenses).

Open portal

Common filing fees

Civil case ≤ $50,000 $240.00

Small claims $35.00

Divorce (no children) $314.00

Fees are publicly posted by the clerk and updated periodically. Confirm with the clerk's office before filing.

Frequently asked

Where do I look up King County court records?: Use King County Clerk Electronic Court Records for Superior Court materials such as civil, family, and probate matters. For deeds, liens, and recorded instruments, use the King County Recorder portal instead of the court docket.
Are King County court records free to search?: Search and document access depend on the King County portal, case type, and user-access level. Some information is available as a public index, while copies, subscriptions, certified records, or restricted documents can require additional steps.
Why can I see a King County case but not the document?: A public index may show that a case or filing exists without exposing the filing image. Sealed records, confidential matters, juvenile records, and documents outside online access rules may require a clerk request or may not be publicly available.

Not legal advice. Portal availability and fees change. Verify with the clerk's office before relying on any specific link or number. We update this directory periodically; if you spot a stale link, please let us know.