Yakima County Superior Court, Washington Filing Rules

Official filing rules, court-wide sources, and procedure resources for Yakima County Superior Court, Washington

Official local rules (court website)

For Yakima County Superior Court, Washington filings, start with the official local rules and court-level instructions. Then confirm any division, department, clerk, or assigned-officer procedure that applies to the case.

Document Filing Requirements

Judge Kevin Naught
If seeking a temporary parenting plan that sets the children’s residential placement, complete the supporting declaration and the Proposed Temporary Parenting Plan.

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Service and Proof of Service Rules

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Allow enough time for service so the other parent or spouse receives the prior notice required by county court rules.

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Sealing & Redaction Procedures

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The court must grant a request to seal deferred-disposition records if the juvenile turned 18 before July 26, 2009 and has no pending charges.

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Chambers Communication Rules

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Requests for interpreters and other language access services may be directed to the designated Interpreter Coordinator.

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Filing Timing and Cure Windows

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Tenants must respond within 14 days after receiving the notice to participate; failure to respond may result in an eviction summons and complaint being filed.

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Adjournment & Extension Requirements

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If a tenant is referred for appointed counsel, the court may continue the initial hearing as appropriate to allow the tenant to receive assistance from assigned counsel.

Document Format Requirements

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The DRC’s ERPP data submission must be in a usable and readable format.

Pre-Motion Conference Requirements

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Landlords must try to reach an agreement with tenants about unpaid rent before seeking eviction in court.