FAQs • Cheney, WA • CivicEngage

What should I wear and what is expected of me when I come to court?: Shoes and shirts are necessary. Halter tops, tank tops, and shorts are not permitted. Hats are to be removed upon entering the Courtroom. No smoking, food or drink will be allowed. Cell phones should be turned off or on silent. Children may be present in the Courtroom, but if they disturb the proceedings you may be requested to remove them. The Court does not provide childcare. You do not need to check in with the clerk unless your name is not listed on the lobby calendar. Once you find your name on the calendar you may enter the courtroom and be seated and wait for the Judge to call your name.

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Criminal Process

1. What if I was cited for an infraction and a criminal charge at the same time?: If you were issued an infraction ticket along with a criminal ticket, these are considered separate violations and different rules apply to each case type. You will receive a court date for the criminal charge and the infraction will track along with the criminal charge as long as you appear for all your court hearings.

2. What should I wear and what is expected of me when I come to court?: Shoes and shirts are necessary. Halter tops, tank tops, and shorts are not permitted. Hats are to be removed upon entering the Courtroom. No smoking, food or drink will be allowed. Cell phones should be turned off or on silent. Children may be present in the Courtroom, but if they disturb the proceedings you may be requested to remove them. The Court does not provide childcare. You do not need to check in with the clerk unless your name is not listed on the lobby calendar. Once you find your name on the calendar you may enter the courtroom and be seated and wait for the Judge to call your name.