Search Everett DUI Records

Everett is the seat of Snohomish County and home to two courts that handle DUI cases: the Everett Municipal Court for misdemeanor charges, and Snohomish County Superior Court for felony-level cases. Both courts are public, and their records are searchable online. Everett is one of the larger cities in western Washington, so its municipal court handles a substantial DUI caseload. This guide covers how to find records, what each court does, how penalties work, and where to get copies of documents.

Everett Municipal Court: Misdemeanor DUI

The Everett Municipal Court is one of the busiest courts in Snohomish County. It processes misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor cases that arise within city limits. DUI is among the most common charge types. The court is at 3002 Wetmore Ave, Everett, WA 98201. The main phone number is (425) 257-8730.

Under Washington law, most DUI charges are gross misdemeanors. That includes first, second, and third offenses within a ten-year window. A gross misdemeanor carries up to 364 days in jail and up to a $5,000 fine, though the law also sets mandatory minimums that depend on the offense number and blood alcohol content at the time of arrest.

First offense, BAC under 0.15: minimum 24 hours in jail, $350 fine, 90-day license suspension. First offense, BAC 0.15 or above, or test refusal: minimum 48 hours jail, $500 fine. Second offense: minimum 30 days jail plus 60 days of electronic home monitoring, $500 fine, two-year license suspension. These are floors. Judges have discretion to sentence above the minimums.

Washington's DUI law is found at RCW 46.61.502. It applies to impairment by alcohol, cannabis, or other drugs. The legal BAC threshold is 0.08 for adults. For THC, the limit is 5.00 nanograms per milliliter of blood. Drivers under 21 face lower limits under the state's zero tolerance rules.

Court records from the municipal court are public. The docket for any case shows charge information, hearing dates, and case outcomes. You can request records in person, or you can search online through the state portal described below.

Snohomish County Superior Court: Felony DUI

Felony DUI cases do not stay in municipal court. When a DUI charge qualifies as a felony, it moves to Snohomish County Superior Court. The felony threshold under RCW 46.61.502 is four or more DUI offenses within a ten-year period. That makes the charge a Class B felony.

Snohomish County Superior Court is at 3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA 98201, and can be reached at (425) 388-3411. Because Everett is the county seat, this courthouse is close to the municipal court. Felony DUI cases here involve more complex proceedings, longer potential sentences, and stricter record-keeping requirements.

A Class B felony DUI carries up to 10 years in state prison and up to a $20,000 fine. Actual sentences follow Washington's sentencing guidelines, which calculate a range based on the seriousness of the offense and the defendant's prior criminal history. Prior DUI convictions weigh heavily in that calculation.

Superior court records are searchable through the Odyssey portal at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov. You can search by name or case number. The system shows case events, hearing dates, filings, and disposition. Some documents are available to view online. Others require an in-person request at the clerk's office.

How to Find Everett DUI Records Online

Two portals cover Everett DUI records, depending on the court. For Everett Municipal Court cases, use the Washington Courts public search tool at dw.courts.wa.gov. For Snohomish County Superior Court felony cases, use the Odyssey portal at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov.

On dw.courts.wa.gov, select Everett Municipal Court from the dropdown menu. Enter the person's name or case number. Results show the charge, case status, hearing events, and disposition. If a case is still open, some information may be restricted. Closed cases typically have the full record available.

On the Odyssey portal, select Snohomish County and search by name or case number. The system returns case summaries with docket events. Superior court cases include more detailed document listings, since felony proceedings generate more filings. If you can't find a document online, the superior court clerk at (425) 388-3411 can help with an in-person search.

Certified copies of court records cost $5 for the first page and $1 for each page after that. Plain copies are $0.50 per page. Submit a written request to the relevant court clerk with the case number, the full name and date of birth of the subject, and your payment. Turnaround times vary. For urgent needs, call the clerk's office in advance.

DUI Penalties in Washington: Detail from the Statute

The penalty schedule for DUI in Washington is set out in RCW 46.61.5055. Court records will show which penalties were imposed, making them useful for background checks, legal research, or personal record review.

Third offense minimum: 90 days jail plus 120 days electronic home monitoring, $1,000 fine, three-year license suspension, and mandatory alcohol or drug assessment and treatment. Fourth or subsequent offense: Class B felony, handled by superior court, with sentencing governed by the Sentencing Reform Act.

Beyond jail and fines, most DUI convictions require an alcohol or drug evaluation and, if recommended, completion of a treatment program. Ignition interlock devices are mandatory for a period after conviction. The length of the interlock requirement varies by offense number. The Department of Licensing tracks compliance separately from the court record.

Courts can also impose conditions of release before trial. A DUI defendant may be required to install an interlock device while the case is pending, to abstain from alcohol, or to check in regularly with a pretrial services officer. Violations of these conditions can result in new charges or bail revocation. All of these steps appear in the case record.

DOL License Suspension Records

A DUI arrest starts two separate processes: the criminal case in court and an administrative license action through the Department of Licensing. These run at the same time but are handled entirely separately.

After an arrest, the officer sends a report to the DOL. The DOL can suspend your license even before the case goes to trial. You have 20 days from the date of arrest to request a hearing with the DOL to contest the suspension. Missing that deadline means the suspension takes effect automatically on day 60.

DOL suspension records are not court records. They are maintained by the Department of Licensing. To check the status of a license or a suspension, go to dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/duiresources.html. Reinstatement requires SR-22 insurance, payment of fees, and in many cases an ignition interlock requirement.

Related Records and Snohomish County Resources

The Everett Police Department maintains arrest records and incident reports separate from court files. If you need the police report from a DUI stop, request it from the department's records unit. These reports include officer observations, field sobriety test results, and BAC readings, which are not always visible in the court docket.

Washington State Patrol holds records for DUI stops on state highways. If an Everett-area DUI happened on Highway 2, I-5, or another state route, WSP may have its own files separate from city police records.

The Snohomish County page on this site has more detail on county-level court resources, including Snohomish County District Court, which handles DUI cases from unincorporated parts of the county. Everett is incorporated and has its own court, but nearby unincorporated communities route cases through the district court instead.

Legal aid in Snohomish County is available through Snohomish County Legal Services. The Snohomish County Bar Association also has a lawyer referral line. Washington Law Help at washingtonlawhelp.org has free guides written in plain language about DUI procedures, your rights, and what to expect at each stage of a case.