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Hears criminal misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and non-traffic infractions.

State trial courts that handle infractions punishable by a fine; misdemeanor cases such as petty theft, prostitution, intoxication and vandalism punishable by a fine with a maximum level (usually $1000) and maximum amount of time in county jail (usually a year or less); and felony cases such as murder, possession of dangerous drugs for sale, robbery and rape that are punishable by a state prison term.

Hears misdemeanor criminal cases, civil cases where damages amount to less than $100,000, small claims, traffic cases, and requests for domestic violence protection orders.

Hears proceedings involving criminal misdemeanors, traffic infractions, anti-harassment, domestic violence protection petitions, petitions for name change, small claims disputes, and civil disputes where the amount claimed does not exceed $50,000. Departmental Responsibilities include Misdemeanor Processing; Traffic Infraction Processing; Domestic Violence Protection; Harassment Protection; Small Claims; Civil Suits; Petitions for Name Change; Fine Payments; Restitution Collection & Disbursement; Bail Refunds; Arrest Warrants; and Search Warrants.

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   - Family law, including dissolutions, child support, adoptions, parentage and domestic-violence protection matters - Probate and guardianship matters - Juvenile offender matters   - Juvenile dependencies, including abused and neglected children, children in need of services, at-risk youth and truancies - Mental illness and involuntary commitment matters Superior Court judges are available to perform civil wedding ceremonies.   Drop-in child care provided by the Children's Home Society at the Regional Justice Center while children's parents appear in court.

Hears criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic cases involving municipal ordinances.

Provides court services that deal with traffic violations, small claims, gross misdemeanors, and preliminary hearings of felony charges.

Hears all traffic cases, misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and preliminary hearings in felony cases. Civil jurisdiction is concurrent with the Superior Court and extends to cases in which the amount in controversy does not exceed $100,000, exclusive of interest and costs. District Court hears small claims where the amount in controversy does not exceed $10,000. The District Court does not have jurisdiction in cases involving the title to real estate and certain other limited exceptions.

Has jurisdiction over misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and criminal traffic violations for which the maximum fine is $5,000 and/or 364 days in jail.  Preliminary hearings for felony cases are also within the jurisdiction of the court.  Examples of misdemeanors are disorderly conduct, shoplifting and prostitution.  Gross misdemeanors include theft of property or services valued up to $250, driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other drugs, and hit-and-run.  The trial in a criminal action may be heard before either a judge or a jury.

Hears criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic cases involving municipal ordinances.

Handles state cases related to civil, criminal, domestic, guardianship, paternity, mental health, and juvenile matters beyond the scope of the district court.

Hears criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic cases involving municipal ordinances.

The Olympia Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction. Presides over the following types of cases: - non-traffic infractions, - traffic infractions, - criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors, - and orders for protection for victims of domestic violence. Schedules arraignments, pre-trial hearings, non-jury and jury trials, sentencing, reviews, etc. Coordinates related services including legal representation for indigent persons, probation, and interpreter services. Citations issued by the City of Olympia Police Department, Code Enforcement Officer, or Animal Services for a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor criminal offense, traffic infraction or code violation that occurred in the city limits, tickets will be filed in the Olympia Municipal Court.

Deals with criminal and civil Superior Court cases, including crimes against persons, property crimes, divorce juvenile crimes, probate of estates, personal injury actions, adoption, mental illness, matters of domestic violence, dependencies, and other civil actions.

Operates a general jurisdiction trial court with responsibility for civil matters, felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, family law, and probate and guardianship matters. Works to ensure equal access to justice for all, provide effective and timely resolution of legal matters, and assure dignified and fair treatment for all, while promoting respect for the judiciary.

San Juan County Superior Court handles felony cases and civil suits over $100,000.

Court of limited jurisdiction and provides exclusive original jurisdiction over alleged violations of all City of Chehalis ordinances and some state statutes. These charges may include non-traffic infractions, traffic infractions, criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors. The court is responsible for collecting all fines and penalties arising from these violations, and processes and maintains all court related documents. The municipal court schedules all hearings and supervises related services including indigent defense, probation services, electronic home monitoring, and community service.

Has jurisdiction over misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and criminal traffic violations for which the maximum fine is $5,000 and/or 364 days in jail.  Preliminary hearings for felony cases are also within the jurisdiction of the court.  Examples of misdemeanors are disorderly conduct, shoplifting and prostitution.  Gross misdemeanors include theft of property or services valued up to $250, driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other drugs, and hit-and-run.  The trial in a criminal action may be heard before either a judge or a jury.

Hears criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic cases involving municipal ordinances.

SeaTac Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction. The court judge presides over: - Civil and traffic infractions - Criminal misdemeanors - Gross misdemeanors   The court provides related services, including:   - Free legal representation for indigent persons - Court Support Service Supervision   - Public defense screener services - DVMRT classes - Port of Seattle contract for Municipal Court Services - Resource Center

Has jurisdiction over cases involving misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and traffic violations. These case filings include charges such as: - Driving While License Suspended, - DUI, - Reckless Driving, - Negligent Driving, - Assault 4. Mandatory appearance by the defendant is required. The maximum penalty can reach one year in jail and up to a $5,000 fine.

Hears criminal misdemeanor cases and traffic cases involving municipal ordinances.

A state trial court of general jurisdiction situated in Lewis County. This court has state-wide jurisdiction and hears major criminal matters (felonies), civil cases including cases involving real property, domestic relations matters, appeals from lower courts (Lewis County District and Municipal Courts), and appeals from state administrative agencies. Also has jurisdiction in adoption, probate and competency cases. Operated by three full-time elected judges who sit on all matters and one Superior Court Commissioner who hears family law, dependency, domestic violence and juvenile cases.

The superior court handles misdemeanor cases punishable by a fine with a maximum level (usually $1000) and maximum amount of time in county jail (usually a year or less). They also address felony charges.

Provides court services, including traffic offenses, probation, misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, name changes, and small claims and civil of up to $75,000.