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1. March 20, 2020 8:10 AM

   COVID-19 TEMPORARY CHANGES TO JEFFERSON COUNTY CLERK'S OPERATIONS

   NOTICE OF IMMEDIATE TEMPORARY CHANGES TO
   JEFFERSON COUNTY CLERK’S OPERATIONS
   Effective Dates: March-18,-2020 to April 24, 2020, possibly longer
   Our Courthouse will be open on a very limited basis. Enter through the eastern ADA entrance. People will...

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District Ct

1. June 25, 2025

   SCAM ALERT: Fraudulent Text Messages June 2025

   Jefferson County District Court is alerting the public to a scam involving fraudulent text messages that falsely claim recipients will face license suspension or additional fees if payment is not made.
   The Court does not send text messages threatening...

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2. February 25, 2025

   SCAM ALERT: Phone Call Demanding Money in Exchange for Jail Release / Dismissal

   SCAM ALERT: If you receive a call, email or text from someone stating that if you pay money then your case will be dismissed or if the caller demands money in exchange for early release, special privileges or to avoid additional charges, DO NOT RESPOND....

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3. April 26, 2024

   April 26, 2024 - New Witness Telephone Scam

   April 26, 2024 - District Court was alerted by multiple citizens that they were contacted by a person representing the Sheriff's Officer stating that they had missed testifying as a 3rd party expert witness to a court hearing today in Jefferson County...

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4. March 9, 2023 8:23 AM

   Jury Duty Scam March 2023

   Please be aware that Jefferson County District Court and the Sheriff’s Office have been alerted that residents have reported receiving phone calls where the caller identifies themselves as being from the Sheriff’s Office and indicating that a warrant was...

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5. March 2, 2023 12:54 PM

   Speed Camera Violation Scam March 2023

   If you receive an email from Speed Camera Violations stating that you have been detected with a speed infringement in Port Townsend, WA please be aware this is a Scam. The email may list a fine and may have an option to click on a link to see photo proof...

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6. August 21, 2019 5:44 PM

   $20 Civil Ex Parte Fee starting October 1, 2019

   NOTICE
   Beginning October 1, 2019 Jefferson County District Court will require payment of $20.00 for ex parte documents submitted for the Judges signature. This fee is being charged in accordance of JISCR a5(g).
   

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1. August 20, 2025 3:36 PM

   Discontinuation of Quick Title Service – Effective September 1, 2025

   Effective September 1, 2025, the Jefferson County Auditor Auto Licensing office will no longer offer Quick Title Service.
   
   This change is due to the loss of certified staff, and per Department of Licensing requirements, a minimum of two...

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Public Health

1. October 9, 2024 3:36 PM

   COVID-19 Updates

   See Department of Health website for information and latest update.

2. July 14, 2023 2:35 PM

   Potential Outbreak of Avian Influenza

   Due to a potential outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) is closing public access to Rat Island near Fort Flagler State Park until further notice.

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3. May 13, 2022 12:00 PM

   Avian Influenza on the Olympic Peninsula

   OLYMPIA – Two more detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1, this time in Clallam County, make six affected flocks in Washington state...biosecurity has never been more important for bird owners. Read more here:

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