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Seattle Courthouses<\/h1>\n
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Seattle. It\u2019s an eclectic, and often times rainy, city. As a major coastal port destination and the seat of King County, it\u2019s the largest city in the Pacific Northwest.<\/p>\n

The \u201cEmerald City\u201d has it all: a wealth of history — think \u201cGold! Gold! Gold! Gold!,\u201d as newspaper headlines shouted out during the Gold Rush<\/a>, a beloved football team whose enthusiasm stretches decibel levels, The Seahawks<\/a>, and a bustling music scene. There\u2019s also some obscure coffee franchise<\/a> with a 16th century Norse woodcut of a twin-tailed mermaid as it\u2019s corporate logo.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a \u201cSeattleite\u201d living in King County, you know there are several of courthouses in the area. If you have a criminal, civil, probate or family law matter, it\u2019s probably in the District Court.  <\/p>\n

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    \n \n Washington Court of Appeals, Division 1\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    600 University Street<\/p>\n \n

    One Union Square<\/p>\n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98101<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 464-7750\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Parking is very limited, although there are several pay lots. You are strongly encouraged to take public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: The state appellate court is divided into three divisions. Division I hears appeals from Island, King, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom counties only. If you are requesting an appeal, call the courthouse directly or seek legal assistance.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n King County Superior Court\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    516 Third Avenue<\/p>\n \n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 477-1400 Superior Court
    Tel: (206) 205-9200 District Court\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Parking is limited, although there are several pay lots<\/a> and bike racks in the area. You are strongly encouraged to take public transportation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Divisions<\/b>: Superior<\/a> and District Court<\/a> Divisions<\/p>\n

    Note:<\/b> Here is a useful guide to the Seattle courts<\/a>. This court is located in the heart of downtown. Check out Pike Place Market<\/a> if you are here during lunch.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Seattle Municipal Court, King County Correctional Facility\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    500 Fifth Avenue<\/p>\n \n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 296-1234 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: The facility’s entrance is located at the northwest corner of Fifth Avenue and James Street. A variety of public parking facilities are located in the immediate area.<\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Limited number of district court cases. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n King County District Court: East Division\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    585 112th Avenue S.E.<\/p>\n \n

    \n Bellevue,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98004<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 205-9200\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Consider taking public transportation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Divisions<\/b>: Criminal, Civil<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: This courthouse serves the eastern portion of Kings County, specifically Bellevue and Beaux Arts. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Maleng Regional Justice Center\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    401 Fourth Avenue North<\/p>\n \n

    \n Kent,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98032<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 477-2600\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Free parking is available in a parking garage on the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) property. Parking is limited, and the garage often fills by 8:30am. If the garage is full, overflow parking is available at the ShoWare Center located on James Street directly across from the entrance to the MRJC. Consider taking public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Juvenile<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: If your child is housed in juvenile detention, click here<\/a> for more information. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Youth Services Center (Juvenile Court)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1211 East Alder Street<\/p>\n \n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98122<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 205-9500\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Limited free parking is available in the Youth Services Center parking lot, in front of the building. There\u2019s also free two-hour parking on the streets located near the Youth Service Center.<\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Juvenile<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: Seattle’s International District is about 3 blocks south on 12th Avenue. There are several restaurants and cafes in that area. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Mental Illness Court (Harborview Medical Center)\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    Ninth and Jefferson Building<\/p>\n \n

    908 Jefferson Street<\/p>\n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 296-4641\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Pay parking is available under the Ninth and Jefferson Building. (Access is from Terry Avenue on the east side of the building.) Limited street parking is available nearby, but most is metered or restricted in duration.<\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Civil Commitments<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: This court handles civil <\/b>commitments only. The King County District Court\u2019s Mental Health division or the Municipal Court\u2019s Mental Health Division handles criminal cases. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n Seattle Municipal Court, Seattle Justice Center\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    600 Fifth Avenue<\/p>\n \n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 684-5600 \n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Strongly consider taking public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Parking, Traffic, Criminal, Municipal Code Violations, Mental Health<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: If you are serving on a jury here, the court will not reimburse you for parking.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    Federal Courts<\/h2>\n \n \n \n \n
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    \n \n United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    William Kenzo Nakamura U.S. Courthouse<\/p>\n \n

    1010 Fifth Avenue<\/p>\n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98101<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 224-2200\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Strongly consider taking public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Division<\/b>: Federal Appeals<\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: Here is a useful guide<\/a> to the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n U.S. District Court Western District of Washington\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    700 Stewart Street<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 2310<\/p>\n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98101<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 370-8400\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Parking is limited. Here\u2019s a list<\/a> of pay lots in the area. Consider taking public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: This Court handles all federal and bankruptcy<\/a> cases. Contact the court to learn how to file bankruptcy. If you have a criminal matter you may contact the Federal Prosecutor <\/a>or the Federal Public Defender<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n

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    \n \n U.S. Immigration Court\n <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n \n \n

    1000 Second Avenue<\/p>\n \n

    Suite 2500<\/p>\n

    \n Seattle,<\/span>\n WA<\/span>\n 98104<\/span>\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

    \n Tel: (206) 553-5953\n \n \n <\/p>\n

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    Parking<\/b>: Strongly consider taking public transportation.<\/a><\/p>\n

    Note<\/b>: The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is a separate organization. If you need immigration assistance, see our Seattle Free Legal Aid page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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