Juvenile Court - Information for Visitors
Directions
Find out how to get to the Youth Services Center (Juvenile Court).
What to Wear
When coming to court you do not need to dress up, but you should not wear shorts, warm-up suits, tank tops, halter tops, or clothes that show your stomach area or your underwear.
Accommodations
- Accommodations for People with Disabilities. The Youth Services Center meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For special needs call (206) 205-9724.
- Childcare. Childcare is not available at the Youth Services Center.
- Food. On-site: An espresso stand is located outside the main entrance to the Youth Services Center, and vending machines are located on the ground floor. Within walking distance: Going north on 12th Avenue, between E. Jefferson Street and E. Madison Street, there are several restaurants/cafes, many located across from Seattle University. Providence Hospital, located on E. Jefferson at 16th Avenue, has a large cafeteria. About four blocks south on 12th Avenue is Seattle's International District, with many Asian restaurants/cafes.
What to Bring
- Your court order or summons. This is helpful, although not necessary.
You also may want to bring:
- Pen/pencil and paper so that you can take notes
- A folder to keep your court paperwork in
- A book to read while you wait
- Schoolwork/homework to work on while you wait
- Change for the vending machines
What Not to Bring
- If possible, other than those children who need to attend court or have an appointment in the building, it is best not to bring other children when coming to Juvenile Court. Especially when coming for a court hearing, you can expect to spend time waiting and there is little for children to do while you wait. If you do bring other children with you to Juvenile Court, also bring something for them to do.
- The King County Sheriff's Office provides security screening at the front door of the Youth Services Center. Do not bring weapons of any kind to the building. Also, state laws with regard to smoking and the possession of tobacco are strictly enforced.
When to Appear
To find out when your child's hearing is scheduled, you should contact:
- Your child's juvenile probation counselor (JPC), if your child already has a JPC; or
- Your child's attorney, if your child already has an attorney assigned to the case; or
- The Superior Court Clerk's Office at (206) 296-1139.
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