Federal Way, Washington Public Records

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Federal Way, King County, Washington to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Federal Way, Washington, you will be transported to the King County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the King County Court. Under Washington law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the Washington State Patrol. The King County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://www.doc.wa.gov/information/offendersearch.aspx where you can look up current detainees.
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What are the school district and education performance data for City of Federal Way, Washington?
The Federal Way School District is located in King County, Washington and serves over 24,000 students. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the district's overall performance score for the 2018-19 school year was a 3.3 out of 10. The district's graduation rate was 81.2%, and the district's average SAT score was 1020.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Federal Way, King County, Washington?
The Federal Way School District is located in King County, Washington. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the district had an overall score of 4.2 out of 10 for the 2018-19 school year. The district's graduation rate was 81.2%, and the district's average SAT score was 1020. The district also had an average of 21.2 students per teacher.
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What are the crime statistics for City of Federal Way, Washington?
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Reporting Program, the total number of reported crimes in Federal Way, Washington in 2019 was 8,945. Of those, there were 1,845 violent crimes and 7,100 property crimes. The violent crime rate was 545.7 per 100,000 people, and the property crime rate was 4,521.2 per 100,000 people.
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What are the crime statistics for Federal Way, King County, Washington?
According to the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, the total number of reported crimes in Federal Way, King County, Washington in 2019 was 8,945. Of those, there were 1,845 violent crimes and 7,100 property crimes.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Federal Way Washington Library?
The Federal Way Public Library in King County, Washington provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Washington government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), which governs access to government documents in Washington. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Federal Way Washington Archives and Genealogy at https://www.sos.wa.gov/archives/Genealogy.aspx. Contact the Federal Way Public Library reference desk at (253) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Federal Way, King County, Washington Library?
The Federal Way Public Library in King County, Washington provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and Washington government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), which governs access to government documents in Washington. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Federal Way Washington Archives and Genealogy at https://www.sos.wa.gov/archives/Genealogy.aspx. Contact the Federal Way Public Library reference desk at (253) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Federal Way, Washington Public Library located?
The Federal Way, Washington Library is located at 34200 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003.
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Where is the Federal Way, King County, Washington Public Library located?
The Federal Way, King County, Washington Library is located at 34200 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Federal Way, Washington?
The City of Federal Way does not have a fingerprinting office. However, there are several businesses in the area that offer fingerprinting services. These include:

1. Accurate Biometrics - Federal Way, WA
2. IdentoGO - Tacoma, WA
3. Northwest Identification Services - Tacoma, WA
4. National Background Check - Tacoma, WA
5. National Background Check - Auburn, WA
6. National Background Check - Kent, WA
7. National Background Check - Puyallup, WA
8. National Background Check - Renton, WA
9. National Background Check - Seattle, WA
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Federal Way, King County, Washington?
Fingerprinting services for Federal Way, Washington residents are provided at the Federal Way Police Department, which serves King County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Federal Way Police Department at (253) or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the Washington State Patrol for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the Washington State Patrol at https://www.wsp.wa.gov/crime/criminal-history/.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from City of Federal Way, Washington, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Federal Way, Washington, you must contact the Washington State Department of Health. You can request vital records such as birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. To request a vital record, you must provide the full name of the person listed on the record, the date and place of the event, and a valid photo ID. You must also provide a copy of your proof of identity, such as a driver's license or passport. The address for the Washington State Department of Health is:

Washington State Department of Health

PO Box 47890

Olympia, WA 98504-7890
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Federal Way, King County, Washington, and what information is provided in the records?
In order to obtain vital records from Federal Way, King County, Washington, you must contact the King County Department of Health.

The vital records that are available from the King County Department of Health include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. All of these records include the address of the individual listed on the record.
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About background check
A background check in Federal Way, King County, Washington typically includes a review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, employment verification, education verification, and sex offender registry status. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards commonly request background checks in Washington. Criminal background checks are processed through the Washington State Patrol, which maintains arrest records, convictions, and disposition data for Washington residents. The Washington State Patrol provides official criminal history checks at https://www.wsp.wa.gov/crime/criminal-history/. Under the Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), individuals have the right to request their own records. Federal background checks are available through the FBI's Identity History Summary program. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs how background check information may be used by employers and landlords.