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Federal Way Municipal Court
33325 8th Avenue S
Federal Way, WA 98003
Federal Way, WA 98003
Phone: 253-835-3000
Fax: 253-835-3020
Fax: 253-835-3020
Online Court Resources
Resources for the Federal Way Municipal Court as well as online resources applicable to courts generally in King County, Washington, and resources applicable to all courts in Washington.
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Criminal History Records
View instructions for obtaining a criminal history record (background check) from the Washington State Patrol, online or by printed form. Fees apply.
Superior, District, and Municipal Court Case Information and Dockets
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Superior, District, and Municipal Court Case Records
Under "Search for a case" click "Case Search Options" to search Washington Superior, District, and Municipal Court case records by name, court, case type, and year filed; or by case number and court. Under "Search for a person" click "Name Search" to search all courts by person name only; click "Licensed Health Facility Search" to view an alphabetical list of people with active Vulnerable Adult Protection Orders with their associated case number and court.
Dockets, calendars, and other information about court cases
District and Municipal Court Dates
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Published opinions and orders
Attorney General Legal Opinions
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Forms and related information
Federal Way Municipal Court Forms
View and download Federal Way Municipal Court criminal, infraction, Public Defender application, records request, vacation, and record sealing forms. An option to submit an email hearing and deferral request online is also available.
Court Forms
View and download forms for use in Washington courts. Browse forms by category, or view a list of all forms. Links are provided to instructions, forms in additional languages, and available legal assistance.
Online fine payments
Pay Federal Way Municipal Court Citations
Pay Federal Way Municipal Court citations online, except red light photo citations. A fee applies.
Pay Federal Way Red Light Camera Tickets
Pay Federal Way red light camera tickets online, or view a video of the violation, by notice number and PIN number from the violation notice.
Self help, legal research, general information
Federal Way Municipal Court Criminal Misdemeanors
View information about criminal misdemeanors in Federal Way Municipal court, including types of offenses, court dates, and use of attorneys.
Federal Way Municipal Court Traffic Infractions
View information about traffic infractions in Federal Way Municipal Court, including hearing requests, fine payment, and deferrals.
King County Law Library
View information about the Public Law Library of King County, including locations, hours, and available services. Legal clinics, workshops and classes, research guides, and links to online resources arranged by jurisdiction and legal topic are available to the public.
King County Legal Information and Online Resources
The King County Bar Association provides links to legal information on a variety of topics, including King County resources, research sites, and other legal materials.
Court Rules
View statewide court rules and Superior, District, and Municipal Court local rules.
Criminal Record Sealing and Destruction
View a guide to sealing and destroying court records, vacating convictions, and deleting criminal history records in Washington courts.
Domestic Violence Information
View information about legal protection from domestic violence, harassment, and abuse. Types of protection orders, the protection order process, safety planning, guidelines for protection orders, and address confidentiality are detailed. Links are under "Helpful Information" in the left column.
Domestic Violence Resources
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence offers statewide information and assistance to victims of domestic violence.
Legal Information for Women
Legal Voice provides information, resources, and publications focusing on women's legal rights, including family law, health and reproductive rights, discrimination, and gender-based violence.
Self-Help Information
View and download guides for self-represented parties in Superior Court civil proceedings, District Court, and Municipal Courts, available in English and Spanish. Additional resources are provided as well.
Therapeutic Courts
View information about therapeutic or problem solving court programs in Washington, including Adult and Juvenile Drug Courts, Family Treatment Court, DUI Court, Domestic Violence Court, Mental Health Court, and Veterans Treatment Court. These courts can set up treatment in lieu of incarceration for some offenders with substance abuse and mental health problems.
Consumer Resources
The Washington Office of the Attorney General provides information about consumer issues such as fraud, scams, disputes with companies, mediation and arbitration, court procedure, worker rights, and complaint filings. Links to other agencies are provided for resolution of specific issues.
Court and Legal Answers
The Washington eService Center offers a searchable database of answers to questions about the court system, procedure, records, research resources, legal assistance and other law-related subjects.
Court Resources, Publications, and Reports
View and download publications and reports by the Washington court system on various legal topics, such as juvenile and family law, small claims, and court record access.
Legal Information and Self-Help Resources
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Native Americans, immigration, civil rights, veterans, and more.
Motor Vehicle Information
The Washington State Department of Licensing offers information about driver licenses, registration, records, suspension, and reinstatement.
Self-Help Resources and Links
View information about Washington courts and related judicial resources, including an index of available self-help pages on the state courts website. Links to the certified court interpreter program, domestic violence resources, an introduction to Small Claims Court, a citizen's guide to the state court system, and a brochure about court records access are provided.
Senior Resources
The Washington Office of the Attorney General offers information about fraudulent schemes targeting seniors, abuse of vulnerable adults, and end of life guidance.
State Court Guide
View a guide to Washington courts, types of cases, procedures, and judicial discipline; download the guide in English or Spanish.
State Law Library
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State Laws
Search the Revised Code of Washington by keyword or citation, or browse the table of contents codes by title, chapter, and section.
Legal aid, free services, lawyer referral
East King County Civil Legal Help and King County Domestic Violence Legal Help
The Eastside Legal Assistance Program offers free civil legal help and legal clinics to low-income residents of east King County, and free legal assistance for domestic violence victims throughout King County.
East King County Lawyers
Search a directory of East King County Bar Association members by area of law or name, or view the complete membership directory in alphabetical order.
King County Free and Low-Cost Legal Help
The King County Bar Association's Pro Bono Services department offers free Neighborhood Legal Clinics and Volunteer Legal Services representation for low-income residents in civil cases, and assistance with family law, debt, bankruptcy, public benefits, housing, and estate planning matters.
King County Lawyer Referral
The King County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service by telephone, e-mail, or online request form.
King County Protection Order Help
The King County Protection Order Advocacy Program provides domestic violence victims with information about domestic violence protection orders, the process for obtaining an order, safety planning, and enforcement; assistance with forms and safety plans; hearing preparation and accompaniment; and referrals.
Complaints About Judges
View instructions for filing a complaint about a Washington judge. Additional information is provided, including the link to file online and the complaint form.
Complaints About Lawyers
View instructions for filing a complaint against a Washington lawyer or requesting assistance to resolve a dispute with your lawyer. Complaints may be filed online or by downloadable form to be mailed in hard copy.
Free and Low-Cost Legal Assistance
Search a directory of organizations offering free and low-cost legal assistance by location and legal issue, or view the alphabetical directory. Links to the organizations are provided.
Lawyer Directory
Search the Washington State Bar Association directory of member attorneys by name, location, status, area of practice, and languages spoken.
Lawyer Discipline Notices
Search the Washington State Bar Association database of lawyer discipline notices by name, keyword, action type, and effective date.
Lawyer Referral and Legal Assistance
The Washington State Bar Association offers links to lawyer referral services by county, information about organizations providing free and low-cost legal services, and a Moderate Means Program that refers income-eligible parties to lawyers who offer reduced rates.
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