The court has exclusive original jurisdiction over all criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanors, traffic infractions and parking violations arising under state statutes and city ordinances.
Municipal Court Jurisdictions
The judge is the principal officer of the court and has the authority to render findings and lawful judgments in all cases. The Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction which hears cases involving violations, including, but not limited to:
- Criminal misdemeanor
- Criminal traffic
- Gross misdemeanor charges
- Assault
- Domestic violence offenses
- Drug offenses
- Theft
- Parking violations that occur in the City of Enumclaw
- Traffic infractions
The Municipal Court does not file small claims or civil cases, protection or restraining orders.
