Reschedule a Hearing

Can't Make Your Magistrate Pre-Hearing?

If you are unable to attend a scheduled hearing, you may reschedule by:

• Calling (206) 684-5600 at least 7 days in advance.
• Submitting a request in writing at least 7 days in advance to:

Seattle Municipal Court
PO BOX 34987
Seattle, WA 98124-4987

Can't Make Your Contested Hearing?

If you are not able to attend a scheduled contested hearing in Courtrooms 301 or 302:

• You must submit a written request to reschedule at least 15 days in advance to:

Seattle Municipal Court
Attn: CTH Clerk
PO BOX 34987
Seattle, WA 98124-4987

• Or fax your request 15 days in advance to Attn: CTH Clerk at (206) 684-8705

Missed Your Hearing?

If you missed your hearing, please Pay the balance due on the ticket (original penalty plus the default penalty).

If you missed your hearing because of a medical emergency or other unforeseen problem, you may request a Good Cause heaing. A good cause hearing is your opportunity to explain to a judge why you missed your original hearing. To request a Good Cause hearing, complete the online Hearing Request Form or contact the court at (206) 684-5600.