Bothell Criminal Records
Bothell criminal records involve an unusual setup because the city straddles both King and Snohomish Counties. Depending on which part of Bothell an incident occurred, the case may go to a different court system. The city has its own municipal court for city ordinance violations, but felony cases and state-level misdemeanors route through either King or Snohomish County courts based on where the offense happened. If you need to search Bothell criminal records, look up a case, or track down a police report, this guide explains how it all works.
Bothell Overview
Bothell Municipal Court
The Bothell Municipal Court serves both the King County and Snohomish County portions of the city. It handles misdemeanor violations of city ordinances, traffic infractions, and other city code matters that fall outside state law jurisdiction. The court is on NE 185th Street and can be reached by phone at (425) 487-5580.
If you are searching for a Bothell criminal record tied to a city ordinance violation, this is the right court. The statewide courts portal at dw.courts.wa.gov includes Bothell Municipal Court case information and is a good starting point before you call the court directly. Note that misdemeanors under state law go to the county district court, not the municipal court.
| Office | Bothell Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 10116 NE 185th Street Bothell, WA 98011 |
| Phone | (425) 487-5580 |
| Website | bothellwa.gov - Municipal Court |
County District Courts Serving Bothell
Because Bothell sits in two counties, state-level misdemeanor cases can go to either King County District Court or Snohomish County District Court, depending on where the offense occurred. The line between the two counties runs through the city, so knowing which side of the line an incident happened on matters when you are searching for records.
The King County District Court handles misdemeanors in the King County portion of Bothell. Cases from Snohomish County portions of the city go to Snohomish County District Court South Division. Both courts handle matters such as DUI, domestic violence misdemeanors, theft, trespassing, and similar charges. If you are not sure which court to check, run a search on the statewide courts portal to see which county's records show the case.
| King County District Court | kingcounty.gov - District Court |
|---|---|
| Snohomish District Court | snohomishcountywa.gov - District Court |
| Snohomish Phone | (360) 563-2320 |
Felony Cases for Bothell Residents
Felony cases in Bothell also split between the two counties. Snohomish County Superior Court handles felony charges for incidents in the Snohomish County portion of Bothell. King County Superior Court handles felonies in the King County portion. The Snohomish County Superior Court is located in Everett. The King County Superior Court sits in Seattle, though some south and east county cases may be heard at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent.
Most of Bothell's residential area falls within Snohomish County, so a majority of Bothell felony cases end up in Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett. The clerk's office there maintains the official case files and handles document requests. You can search Snohomish County felony records through the statewide courts portal. The Snohomish County Clerk of Superior Court is available by phone at (425) 388-3466.
| Snohomish Superior Court | 3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA 98201 |
|---|---|
| Snohomish Clerk Phone | (425) 388-3466 |
| Snohomish Clerk Website | snohomishcountywa.gov - Clerk |
The Snohomish County Clerk of Superior Court maintains felony case files for the Snohomish County portion of Bothell.
Search Snohomish County Superior Court records for Bothell felony case information through the county clerk's office.
Bothell Police Department Records
The Bothell Police Department maintains records for incidents within city limits, regardless of which county side the incident occurred on. You can request police reports, arrest records, and incident reports through the department's records division. Requests may be submitted online or in person.
| Address | 18410 101st Avenue NE Bothell, WA 98011 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (425) 486-1254 |
| Records Page | bothellwa.gov - Police Records |
Washington's Public Records Act under RCW Chapter 42.56 governs police records access. The agency must respond within five business days. Some investigative materials may be withheld, but basic arrest and incident records are generally available on request.
Searching Bothell Criminal Records Online
The statewide Washington Courts portal at dw.courts.wa.gov is the best single tool for searching Bothell criminal case records. Because Bothell spans two counties, a name-based search on this portal can catch cases from both Snohomish and King County courts without having to check each system separately. The portal is free and covers municipal, district, superior, and appellate courts across all 39 counties.
If you get a result and need more detail, you can then go directly to the clerk's office in the county where the case was filed. Remember that the portal only updates overnight, so same-day filings won't show up until the next morning. For the WSP's conviction history tool, use WATCH at watch.wsp.wa.gov for a comprehensive statewide criminal history check for $11.
The statewide Washington Courts portal searches both Snohomish and King County records in a single query, which is especially useful for Bothell cases.
WATCH Criminal History for Bothell
Washington's WATCH system at watch.wsp.wa.gov provides a name and date of birth based conviction history search for all of Washington State. This is separate from a case search. WATCH returns a RAP sheet with Washington State convictions, sex offender registration status, and DOC information. It does not show pending charges or non-conviction records. Each online search is $11.
The state's criminal records privacy law under RCW Chapter 10.97 limits disclosure of non-conviction information to criminal justice agencies. So if a charge was dismissed or the person was acquitted, that record will not appear in a WATCH result for general public users. For Bothell residents needing their own record, you also have the right to inspect your complete criminal history under RCW 10.97.080, including non-conviction data, upon verification of identity.
Sex Offender Registration in Bothell
Sex offenders in Bothell register with the sheriff's office of their county of residence. Those on the Snohomish County side register with the Snohomish County Sheriff. Those on the King County side register with the King County Sheriff. Washington uses a three-level risk classification, and Level II and III offenders appear in the public registry at waspc.org.
All offenders must register within three business days of release, an address change, or a change of employment or school. Failure to register is a Class C felony for a first offense under RCW 9A.44.132, and a Class B felony if there are prior failures. You can search the registry by name or by proximity to a Bothell address at wasor.org.
County Criminal Records
Bothell spans two counties. Most of the city is in Snohomish County, with a smaller portion in King County. Felony records for most Bothell residents go through Snohomish County Superior Court.
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