File a request with Washington Department of Human Services
Filing process
How records requests work with Washington Department of Human Services
Your request is filed in your name under Washington Public Records Act. We act as your communications agent — routing through email, tracking the statutory deadline, and following up when the agency goes silent.
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Filed (day 0)
Submitted to Washington Department of Human Services.
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Acknowledgment (typically 1–3 days)
Agency confirms receipt and assigns a tracking number. The statutory clock keeps running.
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Response window (5 business days)
Under Washington Public Records Act, the agency must respond within 5 business days. If exemptions are claimed, they must be cited specifically.
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Records delivered or denied
No exemptions: records delivered. Partial denial: records released with redactions. Full denial: written justification required.
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Appeal if denied
We draft an appeal to Superior Court and can connect you with a public records attorney.
Governing law
Washington Public Records Act
RCW 42.56
Washington Department of Human Services is governed by Washington Public Records Act, which requires a response within 5 business days. Anyone may file — no residency requirement.
Frequently asked
Washington Department of Human Services public records FAQ
Related agencies
Other agencies in Washington
What to request
Common records from Washington Department of Human Services
Jurisdiction