Search Okanogan County Family Court Records
Okanogan County family court records are filed and maintained at the Superior Court in Okanogan. The court handles dissolution of marriage, legal separation, custody and parenting plans, child support, adoption, guardianship, protection orders, and probate. Clerk Susan Speiker manages the office and its records at 149 N 3rd Ave, Room 301. You can search for case information online through the Washington State Odyssey Portal. For document copies, contact the clerk's office directly by phone or visit in person during business hours. Language interpretation services are also available at the courthouse.
Okanogan County Overview
Okanogan County Superior Court and Clerk
The Okanogan County Clerk is Susan Speiker. She can be reached at 509-422-7275. The physical office address is 149 N 3rd Ave., Room 301, Okanogan, WA 98840. The mailing address is P.O. Box 72, Okanogan, WA 98840. The office is on the 3rd floor at the north end of the building. In-person hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Phone service hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The office is closed on all major state holidays.
The Clerk's office serves citizens by preserving and protecting the accuracy of the court record. Every staff member is committed to fair and impartial customer service. The office uses the Odyssey Portal for case searches and handles Superior Court Orders for Legal Newspapers. The clerk does not move on either party's behalf and does not provide legal advice or legal procedure guidance under RCW 2.32.090. For property recording matters, contact the Auditor's Office, not the Clerk.
Two judges currently serve Okanogan County Superior Court: Kathryn I. Burke (Presiding Judge) and Rachel Hong (Position 2). The Court Commissioner is Robert Colbert. The Court Administrator is Yadi Godina, who can be reached at 509-422-7264. The Court Scheduler is Heather Derringer at 509-422-7303.
| Clerk | Susan Speiker |
|---|---|
| Address | 149 N 3rd Ave., Room 301, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Mailing | P.O. Box 72, Okanogan, WA 98840 |
| Clerk Phone | 509-422-7275 |
| In-Person Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Phone Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Website | okanogancounty.gov/315/Clerk |
The screenshot below shows the Okanogan County Judicial Courts landing page with links to the Superior Court, District Court, and County Clerk.
The judicial courts page serves as a starting point for finding information about any court in Okanogan County, with direct links to Superior Court, District Court, and the Clerk's Office.
Online Access to Okanogan County Court Records
Okanogan County Superior Court uses the Washington State Odyssey Portal at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov/odyportal for online case searches. You can search by party name, case number, or other criteria to find public case information. The portal shows case status, docket entries, and hearing information for non-confidential Superior Court cases. A Quick Reference Guide and technical troubleshooting help are available inside the portal.
When using Smart Search in the Odyssey Portal, omit hyphens from case numbers. Enter four digits instead of using a hyphen, for example enter 2410 rather than 24-10. This workaround produces more accurate results. For complete current files, contact the Clerk's Office directly, as the portal may not always show the latest filed documents.
The screenshot below shows the Okanogan County Superior Court page with resources, staff contacts, and local court rules.
The Superior Court page includes Zoom links for remote appearances, local court rules as a PDF, and information on the Eviction Resolution Program that was set up to reduce eviction impacts in the county.
Family Law Facilitator and Legal Resources
Okanogan County's Family Law Facilitator Program helps people who are not represented by attorneys. The facilitator provides information and referrals on family court matters. The Court Facilitator is Trina Smith, who can be reached at 509-422-7132. If you are handling a dissolution, custody, or parenting plan case on your own, the facilitator can help you understand the process, select the right forms, and figure out next steps without giving you legal advice.
Language assistance is available at the Okanogan County Superior Court. The Certified Court Interpreter is Raul Martinez at 509-422-7198. The Interpreter Court Coordinator is Indra Renteria at 509-422-7399. The Jury Coordinator is Bryson Fico at 509-422-7376. These services help ensure equal access to justice for all residents, including those whose primary language is not English.
Family law cases in Okanogan County follow RCW Chapter 26.09 for dissolution and RCW Chapter 26.12 for family court proceedings. Adoption is covered by RCW Chapter 26.33. All official forms are available at courts.wa.gov/forms and on Washington Law Help in multiple languages.
Note: Superior Court online payment is not accepted through the District Court payment portal. For Superior Court fines, call 509-422-7275 directly. Do not pay Superior Court fees on the District Court online payment page.
Okanogan County District Court
The District Court is located at 149 N Third Ave, Room 306, Okanogan, WA 98840. The mailing address is P.O. Box 980, Okanogan, WA 98840. The phone is 509-422-7170, fax is 509-422-7174, and the jury duty call-in number is 509-422-7175. Office hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. District Court is presided over by Judge Byron J. Moore and Presiding Judge Charles D. Short. The administrator is Darla Schreckengast.
District Court handles civil cases up to $100,000, criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors, infractions, name changes, protection orders, small claims up to $10,000, and vacate convictions. It does not handle dissolution or family custody cases. Those go to Superior Court. The District Court website also provides a warrant search and jail roster for public access, and bus route information for those needing transportation to court.
Okanogan County District Court warns the public about scammers impersonating the court and demanding payments for fines, warrants, dismissals, or jury service. If you receive an unsolicited call, email, or text asking for payment, do not respond. Contact the court directly at 509-422-7170 to verify any claimed obligation before paying anything.
The screenshot below shows the Okanogan County District Court page with case types, contact information, and scam warnings.
The District Court page also links to an online payment portal specifically for District Court fines. Superior Court fees cannot be paid through this portal.
The screenshot below shows the Okanogan County Clerk's Office page with the clerk's mission statement and hours.
The Clerk's page also links to upcoming Superior Court Future Dates as a PDF, showing when court dates are scheduled so you can plan your visit or hearing.
Cities in Okanogan County
Okanogan County's main communities include Okanogan (the county seat), Omak, Tonasket, Twisp, Winthrop, and Brewster. All family court cases for Okanogan County residents are filed at the Superior Court in Okanogan. No cities in Okanogan County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Okanogan County. Check where you reside to confirm you are filing in the right county.