FAQs • Pierce County, WA • CivicEngage

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Clerk of the Superior Court - Pretrial Services

1. I was just released from custody, what do I need to do?: You need to report to Pretrial Services in person (930 Tacoma Ave S Room 108, Tacoma WA 98402) within 24 hours of your release from custody. If you were transferred to another jurisdiction after your release from Pierce County Jail, you need to report to Pretrial Services within 24 hours of your release from that jurisdiction.

2. What happens if I miss a court date?: If you do not report to court, a bench warrant will be likely be issued and bail jumping charges may be filed. Contact your Attorney of Record or Pretrial Services at 253-798-3781 immediately to make arrangements to address the warrant.

3. What happens if I miss my Pretrial Services appointment?: Contact Pretrial Services at 253-798-3781 as soon as you realize you missed your appointment and be sure to leave a message with telephone number where you may be reached. Failing to report to Pretrial Services as directed is a violation of your release conditions, and depending on the circumstances of your case, the court and legal parties may be notified regarding your failure to comply.

4. How do I find my next court date?: You can contact your Attorney of Record, Pretrial Services at 253-798-3781, or look up your Pierce County Superior Court case online through LINX.
Legal Information Network Exchange (LINX)

5. How do I get in touch with my attorney?: If you have an attorney with Department of Assigned Counsel, you may locate their staff directory here.

6. I keep trying to call, but a recording tells me I'm not eligible for telephone check ins. What do I do?: You are likely trying to call the Pretrial Services text only number from where you receive automated reminders. To call Pretrial Services to complete a telephone check in, you need to call 253-798-3781.