Criminal Court offered at Pierce County District Court
930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 239, Tacoma, WA 98402
Eligibility
Hours
Application process
Criminal action is initiated when a complaint is filed by the prosecuting attorney, or when a citizen's complaint is filed, or when a law enforcement officer files a citation and notice to appear in court.
Fees
Fees vary.
Service area
Pierce, WA
Description
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.
What's Here
Providing organization
Pierce County District Court
Operates a court of limited jurisdiction.