Virtual court

How to attend a scheduled virtual Zoom hearing

Virtual hearings are offered via Zoom for participants that cannot attend in person. Follow all rules and guidelines as if you were appearing in court.

If you are scheduled for a court hearing today or would like to participate in a virtual hearing, follow the directions below to access the virtual courtroom:

Method 1 – Direct Link: Within the following table, select the appropriate direct link to access your desired virtual courtroom.

Method 2 - Enter Data Manually in Web Browser or Zoom App: Go to https://zoom.us/join or Download the Zoom App and then enter the appropriate Meeting ID and Meeting Password from the table below.

Location Direct Link: Meeting ID: Password:
Courtroom 1 Courtroom #1 Zoom 533 352 1935 Renton
Courtroom 2 Courtroom #2 Zoom 454 390 5186 Renton
SCORE Jail SCORE Jail Zoom 675 805 7271 Renton
Virtual Resource Center (VRC) Virtual Resource Center Zoom 865 251 6559 Public01

Zoom Logistics

  • To appear by video, you will need a device with an internet connection, video camera and microphone (or a headset with microphone)
  • Please check your device at this link prior to the hearing: https://zoom.us/test
  • Be sure that your username for the video (Zoom) hearing is the same as the name on the hearing notice you received from the court
  • Keep yourself muted until the court asks you to speak (mute/unmute yourself by clicking on the microphone icon)
  • If you get dropped from the Zoom session inadvertently, please join again.
  • If a language interpreter is present, be aware that they might interrupt the court occasionally to clarify who is speaking

Zoom Environment Tips

  • You should be appropriately dressed if appearing by video for a virtual hearing.
  • Be aware of your background (area behind you). Make sure it is appropriate; it will be seen by the Judge and other people attending the hearing. Make sure you are not sitting directly in front of or behind a window, because the light or reflection can affect the video.
  • Choose a quiet place to participate in the hearing. Cell phones should be muted, doors to rooms closed and disruptions minimized.
  • You should remain on mute until it is your time to speak. Do not speak over anyone and do not interrupt anyone. Use appropriate language as you would in a courtroom.
  • If there is a language interpreter present, be aware that they may interrupt from time to time to clarify who is speaking.
  • If you do not follow the Court's rules, you may be found in contempt of court and removed from the Court hearing.
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