What are Pasco Public Records?
According to the Washington Public Records Act, Pasco public records may be defined as any recording generated, prepared, used, or retained by state or local agencies concerning the conduct of government duties. Pasco public records may be in a variety of forms such as reports, maps, books, emails, letters, forms, papers, tapes, photographs, symbols, microfilms, data processing software, or other forms of information. However, some Pasco public records or part of it may be redacted or restricted from the public as provided by law or court order. Such exemptions are considered confidential records and may contain:
- Cases involving juveniles
- Certain medical or financial records
- Information breaching an individual's privacy
- Information from attorney-client privilege
- Information on preliminary drafts or note
- Information on pending prosecution
- Information on a case pending investigation
- Information on an ongoing investigation
- Information revealing trade and security secrets
- Information that may threaten the safety of parties involved
Pasco Crime Statistics
According to the crime statistics provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) through its Uniform Crime Report (UCR) program, the Pasco Police Department recorded a total number of 1509 crimes in 2018. Out of the total crimes, 5 were murder and manslaugher, 33 forcible rapes, 34 robberies, 94 aggravated assaults, 252 burglaries, 936 larceny thefts, 140 motor vehicle thefts, and 15 arsons. In the 2017 UCR, the FBI recorded a total number of 1601 crimes in the city of Pasco. The crimes include 1 murder and manslaughter, 21 forcible rape, 43 robberies, 89 aggravated assaults, 255 burglaries, 1009 larceny thefts, 167 motor vehicle thefts, and 16 arsons.
Are Pasco Criminal Records Public?
In compliance with the Criminal Records Privacy Act, Pasco criminal records are available for public view and law enforcement agencies may grant access to conviction data without restrictions. Nevertheless, access to arrest records and non-conviction data are not available for public view. The Washington State Patrol provides a statewide criminal record for Pasco and other cities in the state through its regular update from criminal justice agencies and state courts.
Interested persons may obtain Pasco criminal records in person, by mail, or online. The WSP provides online access to criminal records through the Washington Access To Criminal History (WATCH). For both in-person and mail requests, interested persons are required to present a complete request for conviction criminal history form as well as applicable fees to the record search. Requests may be sent to the following address:
For In-person Requests,
Washington State Patrol
106 11th Ave SW Suite 1300,
Olympia, WA 98501
Phone: (360) 705-5100
Mail-in Requests
Washington State Patrol,
Identification and Background Check Section
P.O. Box 42633,
Olympia, WA 98504-2633
How to Obtain Pasco Police Reports and Arrest Records
The Pasco Police Department provides information on police reports and arrests records in the city. These records are available to both victims and non-victims. Requests for police reports and arrest records can be done in person. To obtain police reports and arrest records, interested persons are required to submit a completed police records request form as well as a valid photo ID. The police department attends to requests from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). The police department charges a $5.00 fee for each report unless you are the victim. All requests should be addressed to:
Pasco Police Department - Police Records
215 West Sylvester Street
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 545-3421
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Pasco
The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) maintains a statewide searchable sex offender registry. The Washington State Sex Offender Registry provides information on sex offenders such as names (known aliases), physical descriptions, and more. Interested persons may search the sex offender registry using any of the four categories available:
- In your area
- Name
- City
- Non-compliant
The “In your area” category allows interested persons to search for offenders in a particular neighborhood. This search requires the following details address, city, state, zip code, and zip plus. For the name search, the last name and first name are required. The city category allows requestors to search for an offender by city, while the sex offender registry also allows search by non-compliant status.
How to Find Pasco Inmate Records
The Franklin County Sheriff's Correction Division maintains a countywide record of inmates in the city of Pasco and other parts of the county. Interested persons may search for Pasco inmate records through the Correction Division's inmate list. The inmate list provides the following information on inmates: name, booking number, charge(s), Date booked, days in custody, and more.
How Do I Visit an inmate in Pasco Jail?
The Franklin County Jail serves the city of Pasco and other cities in the county. To visit an inmate, visitors are required to schedule a visit in advance. The County Jail allows inmate visits only on Saturday and Sunday. Interested persons are required to present a valid photo ID (must be government-issued). The visitation hours are dependent on the following:
Last Name Day Visitation Hours
A-K Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. / 1:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
L-Z Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. / 1:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Address:
Franklin County Jail
1016 North 4th Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301,
Phone: (509) 545-3549
Court Records
The Washington trial court system consists of five different courts. This includes the Superior Courts, District Courts, Municipal Courts, Traffic Violations Bureaus, and Toll Courts. However, there are only three types of courts in Franklin County, namely: Superior Courts, District Courts, and Municipal Courts. Depending on the type of case, Pasco court cases are heard at:
Franklin County Superior Court
1016 North 4th Avenue
Room B306
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 545-3525
Franklin County District Court
1016 North 4th Avenue
Room B218
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 545-3593
Pasco Municipal Court
1016 North 4th Avenue
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 545-3491
Are Pasco Court Records Public?
Not all court records are open to the public. Access to certain court records may be restricted from public view, due to the information it contains, as provided under the Washington Public Records Act. Such records are considered confidential and may contain:
- Adoption records
- Certain divorce cases
- Criminal cases involving minors
- Civil harassment cases
- Cases involving juvenile proceedings
- Information breaching an individual's privacy
- Information that threatens the safety of persons involved
How to Obtain Pasco Civil Court Records
The Franklin County Clerk maintains and issues copies of Pasco civil courts records to interested members of the public upon request. Interested persons may obtain Pasco civil court records in person, by mail, or by email. To facilitate the record search, requestors are required to provide details of the desired record. To obtain Pasco civil court records, interested persons are to submit a completed records request form. Both in-person and mail-in requests may be addressed to:
Franklin County Clerk’s Office
Records Request
1016 North 4th Avenue
Room B306
Pasco, WA 99301
The Franklin County Clerk’s office charges varying fees depending on the requests. For instance, electronic copies (e-mail) costs $0.25 per page while certified copies cost $5 for the first page of each document per record and $1 for each additional page of each document of the same record. Exemplified Copies, also known as Authenticated Copies, cost $7 for the first page of each document - per record and $2 for each additional page of each document in the same record.
How to Obtain Pasco Criminal Court Records
The Franklin County Clerk maintains and issues copies of Pasco criminal courts records to interested members of the public upon request. Individuals who wish to obtain Pasco criminal court records may do so in person, by mail, or by email. Requestors are required to provide details of the desired record to facilitate the record search. Also, interested persons are to submit a completed records request form. Both in-person and mail-in requests may be addressed to:
Franklin County Clerk’s Office
Records Request
1016 North 4th Avenue
Room B306
Pasco, WA 99301
The Franklin County Clerk’s office charges varying fees depending on the requests. For instance, electronic copies (e-mail) costs $0.25 per page while certified copies cost $5 for the first page of each document per record and $1 for each additional page of each document of the same record. Exemplified Copies, also known as Authenticated Copies, cost $7 for the first page of each document per record and $2 for each additional page of each document in the same record.
What are Pasco Vital Records?
Pasco vital records are government-generated documents or certificates containing records of life events, such as birth records, marriage records, divorce records, and death records. Interested persons may obtain most Pasco vital records by submitting a request to the local custodian agency or department.
Where and How to Obtain Pasco Divorce Records
The Washington State Department of Health issues copies of Pasco divorce records to authorized persons upon request. The Department of Health maintains records of divorces that occurred in the city of Pasco from January 1968 till date. To obtain Pasco divorce records, eligible persons may request the records in person, by mail, or online. Requestors are required to submit a completed divorce records request form along with a valid photo ID. The Washington State Department of Health charges a $25 fee for a copy of divorce records. For both in-person and mail requests, applications may be addressed to:
Center for Health Statistics
Town Center 1
101 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
Phone: (800) 525-0127
Department of Health
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507-9709
Where and How to Get Public Pasco Marriage Records
All marriage records in the city of Pasco are restricted from public view and only accessible to the involved parties. The Washington State Department of Health maintains and issues copies of Pasco confidential marriage records to authorized persons upon request. An authorized person may include:
- The married couple
- The couple's immediate family - children, parents, siblings, etc.
- Anyone with a legal order to obtain the marriage record.
Interested persons are required to provide proof of relationship upon application for the marriage records. The Washington State Department of Health maintains records of marriages that occurred in the city of Pasco from January 1968 till date. Requestors may obtain copies of Pasco marriage records in person, by mail, or online. Also, requesters are required to submit a completed marriage record request form and a payable fee of $25 per certificate. For both in-person and mail requests, applications may be addressed to:
Center for Health Statistics
Town Center 1
101 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
Phone: (800) 525-0127
Department of Health
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507-9709
Where and How to Find Pasco Birth Records
The Washington State Department of Health maintains and issues copies of Pasco birth records to only eligible persons upon request. An eligible person may include:
- The Registrant (Named person on the record)
- The Registrant's partner
- The Registrant's immediate family - children, parents, siblings, grandparents, etc.
- Legal guardian
- Legal representative
- Authorized law enforcement agency
Interested persons are required to provide proof of relationship upon application for the marriage records. The Washington State Department of Health maintains records of birth that occurred in the city of Pasco from July 1907 till date. Requestors may obtain copies of Pasco birth records in person, by mail, or online. Requestors are required to provide information on the desired records to facilitate search. Also, requesters are required to submit a completed birth record request form and a payable fee of $25 per certificate. In-person and mail requests may be addressed to:
Center for Health Statistics
Town Center 1
101 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
Phone: (800) 525-0127
Department of Health
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507-9709
Where and How to Find Pasco Death Records
The Washington State Department of Health maintains and issues copies of Pasco death records to only eligible persons upon request. An eligible person may include:
- The deceased’s spouse;
- The deceased’s immediate family members (parents, siblings, children, etc.);
- The deceased’s legal representatives;
- Anyone with a court order to obtain the death record.
Interested persons are required to provide proof of relationship upon application for the marriage records. The Washington State Department of Health maintains records of death that occurred in the city of Pasco from July 1907 till date. Requestors may obtain copies of Pasco death records in person, by mail, or online. Requestors are required to provide information on the desired records to facilitate search. Also, requesters are required to submit a completed death record request form and a payable fee of $25 per certificate. For both in-person and mail requests, applications may be addressed to:
Center for Health Statistics
Town Center 1
101 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
Phone: (800) 525-0127
Department of Health
P.O. Box 9709
Olympia, WA 98507-9709
