As the judicial branch of the City of Seattle government, Seattle Municipal Court is committed to excellence in providing fair, accessible and timely service and fostering a welcoming environment for our staff and the public we serve. Seattle Municipal Court is a fast-paced, mission-driven organization that is proud to be an innovator and system leader in criminal justice. Seattle Municipal Court processes more cases than any other municipal court in the State of Washington and has jurisdiction over misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses, as well as infractions including traffic and parking tickets.