Search Redmond Civil Court Records

Civil court records for Redmond are filed at King County Superior Court in Seattle, which handles all civil cases for King County including lawsuits, probate, and family law matters.

Where Civil Cases Are Filed in Redmond

Civil court cases involving Redmond residents are handled by King County Superior Court at 516 Third Avenue in Seattle. The County Clerk maintains all dissolution, probate, guardianship, and civil lawsuit records for King County. If you or another party lives in Redmond, your civil case was most likely filed in King County. Phone: (206) 296-9300. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

King County is Washington's largest and busiest court system. It handles civil cases for over two million residents across dozens of cities. Redmond is one of many King County cities that file civil cases through this system.

How to Search King County Civil Records Online

King County has its own online case search tool called KC Script. Access it at dja-prd-ecexap1.kingcounty.gov. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney name. The system shows case summaries, docket entries, party information, hearing dates, and case status. Free registration gives you basic public access.

Note that King County does not use the statewide Odyssey Portal that most other Washington counties use. For Redmond civil cases, KC Script is the right online tool. The statewide Washington Courts search at dw.courts.wa.gov does not include King County records.

For in-person access, visit the King County Courthouse at 516 Third Avenue in Seattle during business hours. Bring a party name or case number. Staff can locate records and process copy requests. Public access terminals let you search case information on site at no charge.

To request records you need:

• Full name of at least one party in the case
• Case number if you have it
• Approximate year the case was filed
• Payment for copy fees

Redmond Municipal Court

Redmond has its own Municipal Court at 8601 160th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Phone: (425) 556-2500. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Municipal Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, gross misdemeanors, traffic infractions, parking violations, and city ordinance violations. Online fine payment is available. Court records requests can be made in person.

The Redmond Municipal Court does not handle civil lawsuits, probate matters, or family law cases. Those records are at King County Superior Court. If you are searching for a traffic ticket or misdemeanor charge, the record is at Municipal Court. For a civil lawsuit or probate proceeding, contact King County Superior Court.

Types of Civil Records

King County Superior Court maintains records for all major civil case types for Redmond residents. Civil lawsuits for money damages above $100,000 are filed here. Family law cases including divorce, legal separation, parenting plans, and child support modifications are all civil matters at Superior Court. Probate and estate proceedings, guardianship cases, and adoptions are also handled here.

Most civil records are open to the public under Washington Court Rules GR 31 and RCW Chapter 2.68. Sealed cases, juvenile records, and mental health matters are restricted from public access. Contact the clerk's office if you are unsure whether a specific record is available.

Copy Fees and Mail Requests

Non-certified copies cost $0.50 per page. Electronic copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 for the first page plus $1.00 for each additional page. For mail requests to King County, include payment by cashier's check or money order payable to King County Superior Court Clerk. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope or a $2.00 handling fee. Response time is generally within 5 business days.

Legal Help for Redmond Residents

Northwest Justice Project provides free civil legal assistance to low-income residents in the Seattle area. Call (888) 201-1014 or visit nwjustice.org. Washington Law Help at washingtonlawhelp.org has free self-help guides for many civil issues. Court forms are available at courts.wa.gov/forms. For a private attorney referral, contact the King County Bar Association at (206) 267-7010 or the Washington State Bar Association at (206) 443-9722.

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