Truancy
Washington State Law requires that children between the age of 8 and 18 attend school regularly (if the child is between the ages of 6-8 and enrolled in school, the law applies). You are in violation of the Washington State Truancy Law if one or more of the following is true:
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if a student has five (5) or more unexcused absenses in one month; or
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if a student has ten (10) or more unexcused absences in one year.
If you are in violation of the Washington State Truancy Law a truancy petition can be filed. If a petition is entered against the parent and the student continues to miss school then the court may find the parent in contempt.
1. A parent may be fined $25.00 per day for each unexcused absence.
2. Community service hours may be ordered.
If a petition is filed against the student and the student continues to miss school the court may find the student in contempt and order:
1. Informational classes
2. School-based tutoring
3. Community Service Hours
4. Work Crew
5. Detention
For additional information on Truancy, click on the attached brochures or contact a Truancy Counselor.
Christina Young
Probation Counselor III
509-783-2151 ext. 2446/509-543-6786 ext. 5758
Resources
Have you dropped out and need help returning to school? Fast Forward may be a resource for you. For additional information click on the link below.
Fast Forward
Click on the link below for an interactive video from United Way regarding the importance of attendance.
Volunteer
If you are interested in serving on the Community Truancy Board please complete the application below.
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
Importance Notice
The Courts will be closed for Veteran's Day on Monday, November 11, 2019.
There will be no court procededings during the afternoon of Friday, September 20, 2019 do to a Judicial Meeting.
The week of September 23, 2019 is a non-trial week because of the Fall Judicial Conference.
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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