Recording

Introduction 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.   Frequently Asked Questions 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 1907 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 with the standard document fee of $32.00 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) 243-2081 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.   Recording & Filing Fee Schedule Recording fees are as follows: Effective July 22, 2007: Statewide Fee Increase, an increase of $8.00 Deeds - $40 - $1.00 each additional page Deeds of Trust - $41 - $1.00 each additional page Federal Tax Lien - $80 (includes subsequent release recording) Marriage License - $23.00 Certified Copies - $3.00   Location Street Address 135 2nd St Asotin, WA 99402   Mailing Address PO Box 129 Asotin, WA 99402     Contact Numbers Recording & Marriage Information Phone: (509) 243-2084   Fax: (509) 243-2087     Marriage License Marriage Information Effective August 1, 2005, the marriage license fee would be $23.00. We can only accept checks or cash. At this time, we are unable to process credit or debit cards. Applicants must be 18 years of age and provide a current picture ID, such as a Driver's License, State ID card, Military ID, or Passport. The ceremony must be performed between three and 60 days after the date of issuance. The person performing the ceremony must be a judge, a retired judge, or an ordained minister. You may contact a District Court judge at 243-2027. You may obtain a license at 135 2nd St on the 1st floor of the Asotin County Courthouse. We are open Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 5:30pm, excluding holidays. To obtain a copy of a Certificate of Marriage between  1900-2003 you can obtain the copy at digitalarchives.wa.gov.