Trial Readiness Notices

Unlawful Detainer Summons Policy

Updated policy regarding the use of alternate return deadlines in Unlawful Detainer (Eviction) Summons Forms.

2020 Court Schedule 2020 Court Schedule calendar by courtroom without judicial rotation.

LCR 88(d) Enforcement Memo

Cowlitz County Local Civil Rule 88(d) has not been regularly enforced in the past. Starting May 1, 2015, it will. Memo on policy from Judge Evans.

 

Guardian Ad Litem Signature Memo

Policy regarding GAL signatures on documents.

Updated Community Service Policy

Policy of the Court as to how requests for Community Service as an alternative to jail time in Superior Court Criminal Cases.

Criminal Bond Rider Policy

Official court policy regarding the use of "Rider" bonds in criminal matters. Rider bonds are bonds to cover the period of time after a defendant is found guilty and prior to sentencing.

Guardianship Attorney Fee Policy

New Policy regarding the payment of attorney fees in guardianship cases. Effective March 29, 2016.

Emergency Ex Parte Order Procedure (7 Apr 15)

Change in emergency order procedures effective April 7, 2015.

GR 31.1 Public Records Request Policy

Official policy regarding public records requests to the Court per General Rule 31.1

Interpreter Policy Update

Please read if scheduling an interpreter in Superior Court.