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Criminal Court offered at Pierce County District Court

930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 239, Tacoma, WA 98402

Eligibility

Criminal actions are limited to misdemeanors or gross misdemeanors.

Hours

M-F, 8:30am-4pm

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.

Providing organization

Pierce County District Court

Operates a court of limited jurisdiction.