What court handles DUI cases in Redmond?
All Redmond DUI cases are heard at King County District Court, East Division, located at 8601 160th Ave NE in Redmond. The city does not have a separate municipal court.
Who prosecutes DUI cases in Redmond?
It depends on the arresting agency. Redmond Police arrests are prosecuted by the City of Redmond Prosecutor's Office. Washington State Patrol and King County Sheriff arrests are prosecuted by the King County Prosecutor's Office.
Do I have to appear in person for my DUI arraignment in Redmond?
Yes. Washington law requires defendants to appear in person for DUI arraignments. An attorney cannot waive this appearance on your behalf.
How long after a DUI arrest will I receive my court date?
For City of Redmond cases, charges are typically filed within one to six months. For State Patrol or Sheriff cases prosecuted by King County, filing can take anywhere from one month to over a year.
Where is parking at the Redmond courthouse?
The courthouse has a parking area behind the building, with additional overflow parking to the west. The municipal campus parking garage is located at 8711 160th Ave NE.
Which courtroom will my case be in?
City of Redmond cases are generally heard in Courtroom 1. State-level cases (WSP and Sheriff) are heard in Courtroom 2, with Courtroom 3 used for overflow.
Can pretrial hearings be done by Zoom?
Yes. While arraignments and sentencing require in-person appearance, pretrial hearings can typically be conducted via Zoom. However, appearing in person often means being heard before remote participants.
Where does probation take place if I am convicted?
Probation for Redmond DUI cases is supervised through the King County Probation Office in Issaquah.
Is there electric vehicle charging at the courthouse?
Yes. Electric vehicle charging is available on the municipal campus where the courthouse is located.
Are there places to grab coffee or food near the courthouse?
Yes. A shopping center with a QFC and Starbucks is about a quarter mile west of the courthouse. There is also a small shopping center to the north with a breakfast restaurant. Downtown Redmond and Redmond Town Center are only a few minutes away.
