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.
Thursday:
Franklin County 3.5/3.6 Docket
8:30 a.m.
Friday:
Benton County 3.5/3.6 Docket
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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3.5/3.6 Docket
In both counties, lengthly proceedings, such as 3.5, 3.6, Knapstad motions and motions to terminate or modify no contact orders will no longer be held on the regular Criminal Dockets. Rather, they will be heard Friday mornings in Benton County and Thursday mornings in Franklin County on what is called the "3.5/3.6 Docket". Please click HERE to read the details of the 3.5/3.6 Docket. Please look below for the form Note for 3.5/3.6 Docket.
Forms
Franklin Note for 3.5 3.6 Docket.doc
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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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Court's Response to Coronavirus Pandemic
En respuesta a la nueva pandemia de coronavirus (o COVID-19), nuestros servicios estaran limitados
Click HERE for the latest information concerning the Court's response to the Coronavirus pandemic.
The Superior Court bench is beginnings its annual review of the Superior Court Local Court Rules. Should you have any suggested amendments or new rules to be considered, please forward your comments to Tiffany Deaton no later than April 23, 2021.
Ex Parte
Important Notice
Click HERE for a description of the Ex Parte process.
Arbitrator Eligibility
Important Notice
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
Holiday Schedule
The Courts will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2021.
Please refer to the 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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