What cases go to King County Superior Court?
King County Superior Court is a general jurisdiction trial court with responsibility for:
- Civil matters involving more than $300, unlawful detainers, and injunctions;
- Felony criminal cases;
- Misdemeanor criminal cases not otherwise provided for by law;
How do I find my King County Superior Court date?
Effective April 12, 2021, you may immediately reserve a spot on a calendar by going to https://superiorcourt.kingcounty.gov/famlaw/scheduling/calendar. A “Notice of Court Date” form will be generated automatically when you complete the process. You are required to file this form with the Clerk’s Office.
Where are the King County Superior Courts?
Seattle
The Superior Court of Washington for King County (more commonly, the King County Superior Court) is the largest trial court in Washington state. It is based at the King County Courthouse, 516 Third Avenue, in downtown Seattle, Washington.
What is the difference between District court and Superior Court in Washington state?
The District Court handles misdemeanors where the maximum sentence is 2 ½ years in the House of Corrections. The Superior Court has authority over all crimes and most often handles major felony cases.
What is Superior Court in Washington state?
Washington Superior Courts are courts of general jurisdiction. These courts have “exclusive jurisdiction for felony matters, real property rights, domestic relations, estate, mental illness, juvenile, and civil cases over $50,000”. In addition, these superior courts hear appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction.
Where is the King County Courthouse in Seattle?
King County District Court, West Division, King County Courthouse is located in the City of Seattle at 516 3rd Avenue, on the 3 rd floor. (Note, some calendars are heard at the King County Correctional Facility (Jail) located at 500 5th Avenue.)
Who is the presiding judge in King County?
Judge Joe Campagna , West Division Presiding Judge (Assigned to Seattle) Judge Gregg Hirakawa , King County District Court Assistant Presiding Judge (Assigned to Seattle) Seattle Facility – Civil Filing Area: Seattle, Shoreline, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park.
How to contact King County district court covid-19?
Please visit COVID-19 Impacts to King County District Court to learn how these changes affect you, or call (206) 205-9200. Please do not come into any King County District Court courthouse if you are sick or experiencing flu-like symptoms such as a cough, fever or other respiratory problem.
Who is the judge in Burien, WA?
Judge Elizabeth D. Stephenson (Assigned to Burien) Auburn Facility – Civil Filing Area: All civil cases filed and handled in the Burien Facility. Small Claims Filing Area: Auburn. Please Note: Anti-Harassment, Domestic Violence and Name Changes can be filed at any court location.