Kitsap County Phone Directory Lookup

The Kitsap County Phone Directory is your guide to finding phone numbers for county offices, courts, the assessor, and the sheriff in Kitsap County, Washington. Kitsap County sits on the Kitsap Peninsula, across the Puget Sound from Seattle. The county seat is Port Orchard. If you need to reach a records desk, a court clerk, or the assessor, this page has the main contact info. Each listing in the Kitsap County Phone Directory links to an official source. Scroll down to find the department you need or use the search tool to start looking for records right away.

Kitsap County Phone Directory for Main Offices

Kitsap County organizes its offices by department. The main ones you may need for records and public info are the assessor, the auditor, the clerk of Superior Court, and the sheriff. Each has a phone line and an email listed on the county website. The county campus sits in Port Orchard, though some offices have branch locations in other parts of the peninsula.

Call during business hours for the best results. Most Kitsap County offices are open Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM, and Fridays from 9 AM to noon. That is a shorter schedule than some counties, so plan your call around those hours. If the line goes to voicemail, leave a message with your name, phone number, and a short description of what you need. Staff usually call back within a day.

Kitsap County Assessor Phone Line

The Kitsap County Assessor is Phil Cook. The office phone number is 360-337-5777. You can also email assessor@kitsap.gov. The mailing address is 614 Division Street MS-22, Port Orchard, WA 98366. The office is on the 2nd floor of the Administration Building at 619 Division Street. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM, and Fridays, 9 AM to noon.

Call the assessor to ask about a parcel value, an owner name, or a property record card. The assessor sets values for all taxable property in Kitsap County each year. If you want to appeal your assessed value, staff can walk you through the process on the phone. The online property search tool is also available on the assessor page. Use it to look up a parcel before you call.

Here is a look at the Kitsap County Assessor page from the official county website.

That page lists the phone number, email, hours, and address. Use it to verify the contact info before you call.

Courts and Clerk Phone Numbers in Kitsap County

Kitsap County Superior Court handles civil, criminal, and family law cases. The clerk of the court keeps all case files. Call the clerk desk with a case number to check on a hearing, request a copy, or ask about a filing. The clerk can also tell you if a record is sealed or exempt under RCW 42.56.

Kitsap County District Court covers smaller matters. Traffic cases, small claims, and misdemeanors go through this court. The district court clerk has a separate line. Call for a case status or to ask about fines. The Washington Courts name and case search covers both Kitsap County courts. Use it to find a case number before you call the clerk.

Under RCW 42.56.520, the clerk must respond to a public records request within five business days. The response may be the record, a cost estimate, or a written denial with a reason. Most basic requests get answered quickly.

Note: Kitsap County courts may have different phone lines for criminal and civil divisions, so ask the main clerk line to transfer you if needed.

Kitsap County Sheriff and Jail Phone Directory

The Kitsap County Sheriff handles law enforcement for areas outside city limits. The sheriff records unit takes requests for incident reports and case files. Call the records line with a report number or a name and date. Staff can tell you if the report is ready or if you need to file a formal request. Under the Public Records Act, the sheriff must respond within five business days.

The Kitsap County Jail posts a booked last 72 hours list on the sheriff website. The list shows last name, first name, middle name, book number, and booked date. It updates as new bookings happen. If you need info on someone booked more than 72 hours ago, call the jail records desk. Staff can pull older records by name or booking number.

The jail records desk can also help with bail info, release dates, and inmate contact rules. Have the inmate name ready when you call.

Kitsap County Phone Directory for Property and Land

Property records in Kitsap County split between the assessor and the auditor. The assessor holds values, owner info, and property characteristics. The auditor holds recorded deeds, liens, plats, and marriage licenses. If you need a deed copy, call the auditor. If you need a tax value, call the assessor at 360-337-5777.

For older property records that may not be in the current county system, try the Washington State Digital Archives. The archives holds historical Kitsap County land and court files. The archives has a phone help line for search questions. Between the county assessor, the auditor, and the state archives, most property questions in Kitsap County can get answered.

State Resources for Kitsap County

Several state-level offices hold records that cover Kitsap County. The Department of Health vital records unit issues birth, death, and marriage certificates for the whole state. Call the state line for certified copies. The Washington State Patrol WATCH system runs statewide background checks for $11. Results come back online right away.

The Secretary of State Corporations and Charities system lets you search business filings across Washington, including Kitsap County businesses. The Data.wa.gov portal publishes free datasets from state agencies. And the Attorney General's guide explains your rights under the Public Records Act. These state tools fill in gaps when county sources do not have what you need.

Note: The ferry schedule between Kitsap County and King County may affect travel plans if you need to visit a state office in Seattle or Olympia in person.

Tips for Calling Kitsap County Offices

Kitsap County keeps shorter office hours than some other counties. Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Fridays, 9 AM to noon. Plan your calls around that window. Have a case number, parcel number, or name and date ready before you dial. That will speed up the lookup.

Ask about fees when you call. Copy fees vary by department. Some offices take card payments. Others want a check or money order. If your request involves more than one department, you may need to make separate calls. Each office handles its own records.

• Assessor: 360-337-5777, property values and owner data
• Assessor email: assessor@kitsap.gov
• Address: 614 Division Street MS-22, Port Orchard, WA 98366
• Hours: Mon-Thu 9 AM to 4 PM, Fri 9 AM to noon
• Response time: five business days under RCW 42.56

Each link in this Kitsap County Phone Directory goes to an official page where you can double-check the number and hours. Use those pages to verify before you call.

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