Find Pacific County Arrest Records

Pacific County arrest records are available through the Sheriff's Office, which publishes regular arrest report summaries and maintains the county jail in South Bend. The department operates two offices: one in South Bend and one in Long Beach on the coast. This page covers how to access arrest reports, corrections data, and related public records in Pacific County.

Pacific County Sheriff's Office

The Pacific County Sheriff's Office serves the county with a mission to honor and uphold the Constitution for all people in Pacific County. The department runs on three core values: integrity, transparency, and accountability. Those values extend to how the office handles public records and arrest information.

The South Bend office is at 300 Memorial Drive, PO Box 27, South Bend WA 98586. The phone number there is 360-875-9395. The Long Beach office, which covers the peninsula communities, is at 7013 Sandridge Road, Long Beach WA 98631, reachable at 360-642-9404. If you are on the Long Beach Peninsula and need to visit in person, the Long Beach location is closer and handles many of the same matters.

For public records requests, Washington law under RCW 42.56 applies. Agencies must respond within five business days. Submit requests in writing and include the name, date range, and type of record needed. Arrest reports, booking logs, and incident summaries are generally public. Some details within those records may be redacted to protect victims or confidential investigative information.

Arrest Reports

The Pacific County arrest reports page publishes a media arrest summary on a regular basis. These summaries list recent arrests made by the Sheriff's Office. They are useful for a quick look at recent activity or to confirm a specific arrest occurred within the time frame covered.

The arrest summaries are media releases, so they are formatted for general readership. They include the name of the individual arrested, the date, and the charges. They do not substitute for full case records or booking logs. If you need more detail than the arrest summary provides, a formal public records request to the Sheriff's Office will get you incident reports and related documentation.

Keep in mind that an arrest is not a conviction. The arrest report reflects what law enforcement documented at the time of booking. Charges can be dropped, modified, or result in acquittal as the case moves through the court system. Check Washington Courts at dw.courts.wa.gov for case disposition data once charges are filed.

Pacific County Corrections

The Pacific County Corrections facility houses adult offenders who are either sentenced or awaiting pretrial proceedings. It holds individuals at both the misdemeanor and felony levels. The facility works closely with the District and Superior Courts on courtroom security and inmate transport.

Pacific County Corrections does not offer in-person visitation. All visitation is remote, handled through the Visitel system. A kiosk is available in the jail waiting area for those who visit the facility in person. Alternatively, you can schedule remote video visits through the Visitel platform from home.

Mail to inmates at the facility is accepted but comes with restrictions. The following are not allowed in inmate mail: unknown substances, glitter, perfume, glue, sexually explicit content, loose stamps or envelopes, Polaroid photos, or oversized packages. Standard letters and photos printed on regular paper are generally accepted. When in doubt, call the facility before sending mail to confirm current policy, as rules can change.

State Records Tools

Washington State Patrol offers the WATCH name check for $11 per search. This covers statewide conviction history and is not limited to Pacific County. If you need a broad picture of someone's Washington record, WATCH is a good starting point. Results come from the state's central criminal history database.

The Washington Courts public search at dw.courts.wa.gov lets you look up case records by name. Pacific County Superior Court and District Court cases appear in this system. Once charges are filed in a case that started with an arrest, you can track the case through the court portal. Case status, hearing dates, and outcomes are typically included.

VINELink at vinelink.com provides automated victim notification. If you are a victim in a Pacific County case and want real-time alerts about custody changes, release dates, or transfers, register on VINELink for free. Under RCW 10.97.050, conviction records are available to the public and can be shared. Non-conviction records are available to view but cannot be redistributed to others.

How to Request Records

Requesting records from the Pacific County Sheriff's Office starts with a written request. State what you need: incident report, arrest log, or booking data. Include the subject's full name and approximate date of the incident or arrest. Send the request to the South Bend office at 300 Memorial Drive, PO Box 27, South Bend WA 98586, or call 360-875-9395 to ask about the preferred submission method.

The agency must respond within five business days under RCW 42.56. The response will be the records themselves, a cost estimate for larger requests, or a written explanation of any exemptions. Fees for copies follow state guidelines: $0.15 per printed page is standard. Electronic records may carry different fees. Personal checks may not be accepted; call ahead to confirm acceptable payment methods.

Cities in Pacific County

Pacific County has no cities with a dedicated arrest records page in this directory. Raymond is the county seat of the county's judicial district, and South Bend is the county seat. Long Beach and Ocean Shores are popular coastal communities, all served by the county system.

Nearby Counties

Pacific County sits in southwest Washington. Neighboring counties each maintain their own arrest records and jail systems.