Pay your King County District Court traffic ticket or citation quickly and securely using the official e-Filing/Case Access portal. Search by ticket number, vehicle license, or name for guest-style one-time payments (no account login required).
- Pay King County District Court Ticket Online – Citations Portal (Search and pay by ticket number, license plate, or name – guest pay)
- Respond to Citation / Official Payment Info (Full instructions and all payment options)
How to Pay Your King County District Court Traffic Ticket
The King County District Court handles traffic citations issued in unincorporated areas of King County, Washington. Use the official online portal for fast, secure payments.
Guest Pay or Login to Pay
The portal supports anonymous/guest-style one-time payments with no login or account registration required. Search by ticket number (add a leading zero for older 8-digit citations), vehicle license plate, or name, then pay with credit/debit card or e-check.
Pay by Phone
Call the toll-free payment line: 844-399-5259. Have your exact 9-digit ticket number ready.
Payment Address (Mail)
Mail checks or money orders (payable to King County District Court – no cash) to the courthouse location listed on the front of your ticket. Use the remittance address or P.O. Box provided on your citation.
In-Person or Pay in Store
Pay in person at the King County District Court location listed on your ticket (Regional Justice Center or other divisions). No widespread retail “pay in store” partners are offered.
Mobile App & Payment Assistant
No dedicated mobile app is available. The official portal is fully mobile-responsive for payments on your smartphone or tablet. No recurring Auto Pay option is offered for individual tickets.
Fees and Late Payments
Online and phone payments may include standard processing/convenience fees (charged by the payment processor). Late penalties apply after the due date shown on your citation. Unpaid tickets may result in additional fees, license suspension, or collections.
Contact King County District Court
- Payment & Citation Support: 844-399-5259
- General Inquiries: 206-477-0830 (or check your citation)
- Official Traffic Citations Page: kingcounty.gov/en/court/district-court/…/respond-to-citation-ticket
- e-Filing Portal: kcdc-efiling.kingcounty.gov/ecourt
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pay my King County District Court traffic ticket online?
Go to the Citations or Tickets page, search by ticket number, license plate, or name, and complete payment.
Can I make a guest payment for my King County ticket?
Yes. The portal supports quick one-time guest payments without login or registration.
What is the phone number to pay King County District Court tickets by phone?
Call 844-399-5259 to pay by phone.
Where do I mail my King County traffic ticket payment?
Use the remittance address or courthouse location printed on the front of your ticket.
How do I pay a booted or towed vehicle ticket in King County?
Follow the specific instructions on the boot notification or pay in person at the court. Do not pay online for booted vehicles.
Is there a mobile app for King County District Court ticket payments?
No dedicated app is available. Use the mobile-responsive official portal on your phone’s browser.
What happens if my King County traffic ticket payment is late?
Late penalties apply and may lead to additional fees, license issues, or collections. Pay promptly or contact the court for options.
