While you will have a courtesy attorney at your arraignment hearing, should you wish to be represented by a public defender attorney for your case, please bring the following documentation to your scheduled arraignment. The financial information listed below will be reviewed to determine your financial eligibility.
- Most recent pay stub
- Other income (Child support, DSHS)
- Mortgage/Rent information
- Utility information (i.e., gas, water, phone/cell)
- Taxes
- Loan information (i.e., auto, personal, other)
- Medical dental expenses
- Restitution/fines owed
- Monthly child support expenses
- Monthly food expenses
- Vehicle insurance costs
- Monthly credit card expenses
- Monthly child care expenses
- Checking and Savings Balance
- Cash on Hand
- Stocks/Bonds
- Retirement funds
- Life insurance
- Transportation expenses
The Public Defender Screening takes place on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Should you have any questions, please call (206) 433-1858 on Mon., Wed. or Fri. For all other Court questions please call the Clerk's Office at (206) 433-1840 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
