Public Records Requests

Seattle Municipal Court is committed to openness, transparency, and provides reasonable access to court records and administrative records in response to public records requests. We respond to requests in compliance with Washington State Court Rules, applicable Washington State and Federal statutes, and court policy.

Requests for Court Records

Court records relate to a proceeding or case. Case information and many case records are provided online through the Seattle Municipal Court Portal.

Case records not available online may be requested using this online form or by completing the Request for Court Records fillable PDF and emailing it to SMC_Copy_Requests@seattle.gov or via fax  (206) 684-8115.

For additional information, visit the Clerk's Office, 3rd floor of the courthouse.

Requests for Administrative Records

Administrative records relate to the management or administration of the court and are not related to a specific case or proceeding.

Please submit your request using this online form or by completing the Request for Administrative Records fillable PDF and emailing it to smc_pio@seattle.gov.

Requests for Data

Requests for court data or bulk court records from the court's case management system may be requested using this online form or by completing the Data Dissemination Agreement fillable PDF and emailing it to smc_pio@seattle.gov.

A number of frequently requested data reports are published in the About section of our website. 

Media Resources

• Courtroom Photography and Video Recording 
• Social Media Policy
• Possession and Use of Electronic Portable Devices In the Courthouse and Courtrooms

Applicable Court Rules and Policy

• General Rule 31.1: Access to Administrative Records
• General Rule 31: Access to Court Records
• SMC Policy: Public Disclosure Program
• Washington State Courts: Data Dissemination Policy
• JISCR 15: Data Dissemination

Additional Questions?

Contact our Public Information Officer at (206) 684-8710 or smc_pio@seattle.gov.