The Seattle Municipal Court is a

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of limited jurisdiction in

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. It was created in 1891 by the

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. The court handles misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, civil offenses, and infractions.

Jurisdiction and administration

The Seattle Municipal Court serves the City of Seattle. According to Seattle City Ordinance 3.33.010, " e purpose of the Court is to try violations of City ordinances and all other actions brought to enforce or recover license penalties or forfeitures declared or given by any such ordinances and perform such other duties as may be authorized by law." The administration of security is handled by the Seattle Municipal Court Marshals, who are both law enforcement and security officers for the Seattle Municipal Court.

Current judges

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Courts in the United States 1891 establishments in Washington (state)