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Many of the frequently asked
questions are available here as well.
Where is the
Northeast District Court?
To pay fines, tickets, obtain court orders,
apply for a passport, or for small claims matters, contact the
Northeast District Court at
206-205-9200. The Redmond Police Department is not connected with
the Court. The Northeast District Court is a King County Court (as
opposed to a city court) and is located directly southeast of the
Redmond Public Safety Building near the intersection of Northeast
85th Street and 160th Avenue Northeast (8601 – 160th Ave. NE). This
is next to the library and they have their own parking lot off
160th. The Courthouse is a single-story square-shaped structure, whereas
the Public Safety Building is a two-story rectangular building that
is accessed off of a curved driveway.
Where do I go to pay
fines, turn in tickets for mitigation/contention, and petition
for protection orders?
Contact the Northeast District Court at
206-205-9200. The Redmond
Police Department is not connected with the Court.
How do I apply for a
Public Defender?
Arrangements for a Public Defender are made at
the Northeast District Court 206-205-9200, visit their website for
the
Office of
the Public Defender information.
Where do I go to pay for my Public
Defender?
Public Defender payments should be made at the Finance
Department on the third floor of
the City Hall Building (15670 NE 85th Street).
I have a Redmond address, but I'm
told that I'm served by King County Police. Why
is that?
Not all Redmond addresses are served by the Redmond Police
Department, as not all are located within the city limits of
Redmond. The Sammamish Plateau, most English Hill, Union Hill and
Redmond Ridge addresses, as well as most Redmond addresses with a
98053 zip code and Marymoor Park are served by the King County
Sheriff. Residents of unincorporated King
County who wish to obtain concealed pistol licenses, get
fingerprints, etc. should contact their nearest KCSO precinct.
Residents of the newly incorporated City of Sammamish can reach
their local police at 425-295-0770 for non-emergencies. The King
County Sheriff's Office main number is 206-296-4190. For the
Washington State Patrol, whose jurisdiction includes SR520, dial
425-455-7700. Always use 911 for emergencies.
How do I obtain a Concealed
Pistol License?
Washington State Law requires that you apply for a CPL (concealed pistol
license) to the jurisdiction where you reside.* For all the options below, a current, valid picture-ID is required. If your ID does not have a current Redmond address on it, please bring proof of residency, such as a utility bill.**
Redmond residents may apply for an original CPL between the hours
of 9:00 - 10:45 am, Tuesday or Thursday, at the front counter of the
Public Safety Building. An original CPL is $60.00 and is valid for 5
years from the date of issue.
Redmond residents may renew or replace their CPL anytime during
regular business hours. The renewal fee is $32.00 and is valid for 5
years from date of expiration of current license. You have up to 90
days prior to the license expiration date to renew licensure. If
you renew your CPL within 90 days after the expiration date, the
late renewal fee is $42.00. CPLs that are more than 90 days expired are no longer valid; you must apply for an
original (see above). The replacement fee is $10 and will hold the
original expiration date.
Please allow up to thirty (30) days for any type of CPL
application to be processed.
*If you have a Redmond mailing address, but reside outside
the
city limits we cannot accept your application for a CPL. You must
apply through the King County Sheriff's office.
**If you have a Washington State Driver's License you are
required by law to notify the Department of Licensing within 10 days
of moving to your new residential address. The address on file with
the DOL must be your residential address even if you use a PO Box or
alternate mailing address.
Why do I have to register my
home/business alarm?
Title 9.20 of the Redmond Municipal Code provides for corrective
administrative action for the purpose of reducing false alarm
occurrences. This title covers burglary and robbery alarms only. The
following is a summary of the requirements of the title. Effective January 1, 2000, no person shall operate or use an
alarm system on any premise within the City of Redmond, without
registration with the Police Department. The Police will not respond
to an alarm system that is not registered. There is a $10
registration fee and $10 annual fees after that. The ordinance exempts
certain alarm activations from this policy such as robbery, panic, medical,
fire, and hold-up alarms.
Did you know:
- In 2007, Redmond Police responded to over 700 alarm calls,
99.8% were false.
- Since the inception of the Alarm Registration Program in 2000,
there has been a 41% reduction in alarm calls.
What false alarms do:
- Take police away from community policing activities and other real
emergencies.
- Lead neighbors to ignore your alarm when it goes off--your system
becomes less reliable and less credible.
- Cost you fines and will suspend police response after the 6th
alarm.
- False alarms create a potential danger to citizens and officers
responding to the call.
For more information or for an
alarm application, contact Support Services
Supervisor
Shawn Fitzpatrick
at 425-556-2694. Completed
applications and payment are submitted to the Finance Department
located on the third floor of City Hall (15670 NE 85th Street).
Does the Police Department have a "Lost
and Found" section?
The Property and Evidence Division frequently receives items found by citizens. Most common items include bicycles, key rings,
backpacks, wallets, and purses. An appointment is required to claim
property. Contact the Property and Evidence Division Monday through
Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm at 425-556-2532 or by
email.
Where do I go to have
fingerprints taken?
The Redmond Police Department no longer provides fingerprinting
services.
How do I get a police
clearance letter?
You may obtain a clearance letter at the Records Division of the
police department if you are a current or former City of Redmond
resident with proof of residency. The hours are Monday through
Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The fee is $4.00. We will ask for
picture ID, and conduct a records check for criminal history within
the City of Redmond only. If you need a statewide records check,
please contact the Washington State Patrol.
How do I obtain a copy of my
arrest record for Citizen and Immigration Services
(CIS) purposes?
Please provide copies of the official CIS request to the
Records Division. We will retain a copy of this paperwork and send
it with copies of your arrest record(s) directly to CIS. If you
do not have your CIS paperwork available, you will be asked to
complete a Request for Disclosure Form. We will respond to your
request for arrest records within 5 business days. The fee is $4.30.
How do I obtain an Alien
Firearms License?
City of Redmond residents may apply for an Alien Firearms License
during our Concealed Pistol License/Fingerprinting hours. Applicants
must submit the following:
1. Completed application (obtained from the Department of
Licensing)
2. Washington state driver's license or ID card
3. Resident alien card or I-94
4. $79.00 fee is due at the time of the application.
The application process can take up to one hour.
How do I obtain a Firearms
Dealers License?
City of Redmond residents may apply for these licenses during our
Concealed Pistol License hours. Applicants must
provide a copy of a current valid Federal Firearms Dealers License,
State of Washington Business License, City of Redmond Business
License, and valid photo ID. A check for $125.00 payable to the
State of Washington must accompany the application.
How do I get a
Child Seat Inspection?
The Redmond Police Department does not perform car seat safety
inspections. For assistance, contact the
Washington State
Safety Restraint Coalition at 1-800-bucklup.
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