The recording department is charged with recording real estate documents, liens, military discharges, maps, and surveys. The recording department also issues marriage licenses. Copies of any recorded document can also be obtained through this department for a fee.

 

• Does the recording department supply blank documents or forms?
  No, we do not provide blank documents or forms.
• Does the recording department have birth and death certificates?
  Original birth and death records after 1907 are maintained by the Regional Health District, Vital Statistics Office at (509)324-1522. There are only few original records beginning with 1886 through 1913 available in the recording department.

  You can also obtain a death certificate by clicking on the following link

  Vital Records

• Would the recording department accept the National UCC Form for recordation?
  Yes, effective August 1, 2005 the recording department will record the national form. As of January 1, 2008 the standard document fee will be $42.00 for the first page and a $1.00 for each additional page.
• Where do I obtain information regarding divorce or probate records?
  Please contact the Clerks Office (509) 382-4321
• What kinds of documents are recorded in the recording department?
  The recording office records Real Estate documents, liens, military discharges, maps and surveys. Copies of these documents are available for a fee. We also issue marriage licenses.

To obtain a copy of a Certificate of Marriage between  1900-2003 you can obtain the copy at digitalarchives.wa.gov.