Access Sitka Phone Directory

The Sitka City and Borough phone directory brings together contacts for the courthouse, municipal clerk, police department, and public offices in this Southeast Alaska community. Sitka is a consolidated city-borough on Baranof Island with about 8,500 residents. It has its own Superior Court and District Court, a municipal clerk's office, and a local police department. This phone directory covers all of these contacts along with state agencies that serve the area. Whether you need to reach the Sitka court for a case inquiry, the municipal clerk for a records request, or the police department for a report, these are the numbers to call.

Sitka Courthouse Phone Directory

The Sitka Courthouse is located at 304 Lake Street, Room 203, Sitka, AK 99835. Customer service is at (907) 747-3291. For record requests only, fax (907) 747-6690 or email 1SImailbox@akcourts.gov. The jury clerk is at (907) 747-3291. The jury recorded message is at the same number, extension 2.

Regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The clerk's office is closed on Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Weekend arraignments are at 10:30 a.m. with the courthouse closed to the public. Holiday arraignments are also at 10:30 a.m. You can access these by phone at 1-888-788-0099, Meeting ID 923 853 3061.

The Sitka Superior Court and District Court both operate out of this courthouse. Filing goes through TrueFiling for most criminal, civil, and small claims cases. The CourtView online tool lets you search case records for free.

The screenshot below shows the Sitka court directory page on the Alaska Court System website.

This page has the full contact details for the Sitka courthouse including filing instructions and hours.

Sitka Municipal Clerk Phone Numbers

The Sitka City and Borough Municipal Clerk's Office is at 100 Lincoln Street, Sitka, AK 99835. The phone number is (907) 747-1811. The clerk handles official municipal records, assembly meeting materials, ordinances, and public records requests.

Public records access in Sitka follows the Alaska Public Records Act at AS 40.25.100 through AS 40.25.295. You can inspect and copy public records during regular business hours. The clerk can tell you what records the municipality maintains and how to request copies. For records held by state agencies, you need to contact those agencies directly.

The screenshot below shows the Sitka City and Borough website where you can find department contacts and online services.

The borough website lists all departments with their phone numbers and office locations.

Sitka Police and Law Enforcement Contacts

The Sitka Police Department handles law enforcement within the city and borough. For emergencies, dial 911. The police department also operates the Sitka Jail, which maintains records of recent arrests and inmate information. Contact the police department for mugshots or booking photos.

Criminal background checks go through the Alaska Department of Public Safety, Criminal Records and Identification Bureau at 5700 East Tudor Road, Anchorage, phone 907-269-5767. A name-based criminal history report costs $20 for the first copy and $5 for additional copies. The Alaska Sex Offender/Child Kidnapper Registry can be searched online for free through the Department of Public Safety website. No account is needed to search by name, community, or zip code.

Sitka Phone Directory for Property Records

Property records in Sitka come from two sources. The Sitka Assessor's Office handles property tax assessments and can be reached through the municipal government at (907) 747-1811. For recorded documents like deeds, liens, and title transfers, contact the Alaska Department of Natural Resources Recorder's Office at 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 900, Anchorage, AK 99501, phone 907-269-8899.

You can search recorded documents for free through the Alaska Land Records Information System. Recording fees are $20 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. Certified copies cost $5 for certification plus copy fees.

Voter Registration and Vital Records in Sitka

Voter registration for Sitka is handled through the Alaska Division of Elections. You can register online at voterregistration.alaska.gov, by mail, or in person at the Municipal Clerk's Office at 100 Lincoln Street, Sitka, AK 99835, phone (907) 747-1811. The deadline is 30 days before Election Day. Alaska offers same-day registration during the early voting period.

Birth and death certificates come from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Juneau at 907-465-3391. Certified copies cost $30 for the first copy and $25 for additional copies ordered at the same time. The Alaska state portal and the Alaska Directory of State Officials list contacts for all state departments and divisions.

How to Get Records in Sitka

Getting records in Sitka depends on what type of record you need. Court records go through the Sitka courthouse at (907) 747-3291 or by email to 1SImailbox@akcourts.gov. You can search CourtView first to get the case number, which speeds things up. Municipal records go through the clerk's office at (907) 747-1811. State records like criminal history reports go through the Department of Public Safety in Anchorage.

The Sitka court accepts record requests by fax at (907) 747-6690. Include the case number, party names, and the specific documents you need. The clerk's office closes on Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., so avoid calling during that window. For property records, use the Alaska Land Records Information System online or contact DNR in Anchorage. Most routine requests can be handled by phone or email without visiting any office in person.

Cities in Sitka Borough

The City and Borough of Sitka is a consolidated municipality, so the city and borough cover the same area. Sitka is the only community with its own city phone directory page. The Sitka city page has additional local contacts and resources specific to the community.

Nearby Borough Phone Directories

The City and Borough of Juneau is to the north across Chatham Strait. The Haines Borough is further north. The Petersburg Borough is to the southeast. Each has its own phone directory page with local court, clerk, and law enforcement contacts.

The Alaska Marine Highway ferry system connects Sitka to these communities. Ferry schedules and booking information are available on the Alaska Marine Highway website. Air service also connects Sitka to Juneau, Anchorage, and Seattle. Unlike some Southeast Alaska communities, Sitka has jet service through Alaska Airlines, which makes travel to Anchorage and beyond more accessible.

Tips for Using the Sitka Phone Directory

The Sitka courthouse closes on Wednesdays from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and is closed on weekends. Plan your calls for regular business hours. The municipal clerk's office at 100 Lincoln Street keeps standard weekday hours. For after-hours emergencies, dial 911 for police or fire.

If you need multiple types of records, you may have to contact several different offices. Court records go through the courthouse. Borough records go through the clerk. Property records go through the assessor or the DNR in Anchorage. Criminal records go through the Department of Public Safety. Having the right phone number from this directory saves time when you are working through a records request that spans multiple agencies.