Public Records

*** Announcement NEW platform***

For Public Records Requests (PRR):

  • Starting June 3, 2024, members of the public can submit their Public Records Request online using our new public records request platform, NextRequest.  This will replace the GovQA platform. Island County’s new platform will track public records requests across multiple County departments, standardize records processing, and help to monitor the fulfillment of requests in accordance with Washington State Public Records Laws.

The public can access the portal from Island County’s Main Website  under I WANT TO, or by clicking here.

NextRequest will allow requesters to submit a public records request, track its progress, and receive updates by email. Requesters will also have access to correspondence or notes about specific requests and be able to download electronic records deliverables.

When requesting Public Records:

  • Please provide your name and a valid email address so that we can communicate with you concerning your request.
  • Please identify the specific time periods for the records you are seeking (e.g., "invoices for patrol vehicles purchased from January 1, 2023, to January 31, 2023”)
  • Submit in your request in plain language—not in technical terms.
  • Clearly identify the records you are seeking.

A representative from Public Records will:

  1. Confirm receipt of your request.
  2. Contact you for clarifying information regarding your request; and
  3. Transmit the response to you as expeditiously as possible.  
  • Public records requests are governed by rules made by the Washington State Legislature. Public Records Act in RCW 42.56.
  • All records requested must pertain to records prepared or maintained by Island County agencies or departments.
  • Please do not send multiple emails requesting the same information.
  • Click Here for additional information regarding Island County PRR and limitations.


The Public Records Act (PRA) requires that all public records maintained by state and local agencies be made available to all members of the public, with very narrow statutory exemptions. Chapter 42.56 RCW provides the statutory framework for disclosure of public records. 

See the Public Records Act for Washington Cities, Counties and Special Purpose Districts.

The following documents will assist you in submitting a Public Records Request to an Island County department or office:

You may submit a request form to request administrative records from Island County District Court.

You may request Island County Prosecuting Attorney's Office records here: ICPACivil@islandcountywa.gov.

Records Management

Records Management provides centralized records management services to comply with state and federal laws regarding storage, protection, and disposal of county records.