Recording or broadcasting any hearing, in whole or in part, without prior court approval is strictly prohibited. Violations of the prohibition may result in legal sanctions. To photograph or record for journalistic or educational purposes during a court proceeding, contact the court administrator at 360-385-9134. They will consult with the Judge and let you know whether a hearing is required to discuss your request and how the Court would like to proceed. Violations of court rulings regarding limitations on photography and audio recording may result in exclusion from the courtroom, being held in contempt of court, fines, or other lawful sanctions.

If your hearing is listed, please see the list below for the Zoom Meeting Information to appear by telephone or virtual meeting if you are choosing to appear virtually for court.  The District Court Courtroom is currently open to all participants and to the public.  District Court will provide mask upon request if you wish to wear one during your hearing. 

Jefferson County District Court is now live streaming those hearings to You Tube at the following link: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrdDMUrmLxPquSW_XZKyttg/

Please be aware during a live stream on YouTube if the video goes into a 'private' mode, that means the parties are having to use other technology in the courtroom during a hearing.  The official court recording captures the events during that time. 

Please note that due to recent legislative changes in 2022, the Civil Calendar is not live broadcast on YouTube due to those changes.  Please log into the Zoom hearing if you are a participant to a civil matter. 

If your hearing is schedule for a remote hearing, please contact the court at 360-385-9135 for your options. 

The general schedule for District Court is listed below. If the defendant is in custody in Jefferson County they will appear on the 1:15 pm calendar that day. Please check the Jefferson County Jail Roster to verify defendants status.