Adult Criminal Case Information and Forms
Adult Criminal Case Calendars
Tuesday:
Franklin County Criminal Calendar
8:30 a.m.
Wednesday:
Benton County Criminal Calendar
8:30 a.m.
Benton and Franklin County Drug Court Calendar
3:00 p.m.
Thursday:
Benton County Criminal Calendar
8:30 a.m.
Link to Offfices of Public Defense
Criminal Case Processing Guidelines
Benton and Franklin Counties Superior Court has developed guidelines designed to efficiently and fairly process adult familiy cases. Click on the link below to view the guidelines.
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Forms
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Alternatives to Confinement
Under some circumstances, it may be apropriate for the Court to consider a sentence that does not require confinement in jail for the entire period of confinement ordered. There are alternatives to complete confinement which fall into three categories: Work Crew, Work Release, and Electronic Home Monitoring. Ultimately, the Court determines which, if any of these alternatives are appropriate. But, Benton County Sheriff has adopted policies concerning eleigibility, costs and procedures. Click on the link below for the pamplet prepared by the Benton County Sheriff.
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Ex Parte
Important Notice
The process for ex parte has changed in both counties on a permanent basis. Click HERE for a description of the process.
Further, the Court requires that litigants submitting orders ex parte must attest to whether or not a notice of disqualification has been filed. Click HERE to view Judicial Resolution 17-002 and related form.
Arbitrator Eligibility
Important Notice
RCW 7.06.040 was amended changing eligibility requirements for arbitrators under the mandatory arbitration process. Click HERE for information and attestation form.
Superior Court Administration Benton County Justice Center
7122 W Okanogan Pl
Building A
Kennewick, WA 99336
509-736-3071
Importance Notice
There will be no Court proceedings on the afternoon of Septmeber 14, 2018 due to a judicial meeting. The Courts will be closed for Veterans Day on Monday, November 12, 2018.
Please refer to Court Holiday Schedule to see changes to regular calendar.
DISCLAIMER
Due to the rapidly changing nature of the Court’s information on the internet pages, the Benton and Franklin Counties Superior Courts cannot insure 100% accuracy. The data and links are provided for informational purposes only and may not have been updated on the date you view it. The Courts assume no liability for any legal consequences arising out of any information on these pages.
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