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Yakima County District Court

Judges

Top row (from left): Judge Gary A. Hintze; Court Commissioner Kevin Eilmes

Bottom row (from left): Judge Brian K. Sanderson; Judge Julia A. Davis; Presiding Judge Alfred G. Schweppe

Mission Statement

Yakima County District Court’s mission is committed to deliver fair, timely, and accessible justice, upholding integrity, respect, and excellence in all our operations. We strive to build public trust and confidence in the legal system, enhancing the quality of life in our community.

  

Court Services


Yakima County District Court is a court of limited jurisdiction hearing the following cases: 


  • Traffic and Non-Traffic Infractions
  • Misdemeanor and Gross Misdemeanor criminal offenses
  • Civil matters for damages and contract disputes not exceeding $100,000
  • Small claim matters for recovery of money not exceeding $5000
  • Name Changes
  • Antiharassment and Stalking Protection Orders

In addition to providing services through the County District Court, we also operate the Union Gap Municipal Court, Grandview Municipal Court and Mabton Municipal Court.  We have two locations for court services - Yakima County Courthouse on 2nd Street and the Grandview District Court on Wine Country Road.

To learn more about the court system in Washington State please review the Guide to Washington State Courts:

If you are a self-represented litigant, please review the following information:

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