Milton, Washington Public Records

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Milton, Pierce County, Washington to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Milton, Washington, you will be transported to the Pierce 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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 Milton, Washington?
The Milton School District is located in Pierce County, Washington. It serves approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Milton School District had an overall graduation rate of 87.3% in 2019. The district also had an average composite score of 20.2 on the SAT, and an average composite score of 21.2 on the ACT.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Milton, Pierce County, Washington?
Milton is part of the Bethel School District in Pierce County, Washington. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, the district's overall performance rating for the 2018-19 school year was "Good." The district's graduation rate was 89.3%, and the district's average score on the state's standardized tests was 3.3 out of 4.
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What are the crime statistics for City of Milton, Washington?
According to the Milton Police Department, the total number of reported crimes in Milton, Washington for 2019 was 1,845. Of those, 1,717 were property crimes and 128 were violent crimes. The crime rate for Milton, Washington was 2,845 per 100,000 people, which is lower than the national average of 3,603 per 100,000 people.
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What are the crime statistics for Milton, Pierce County, Washington?
According to the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, the total number of reported crimes in Milton, Pierce County, Washington in 2019 was 1,845. Of those, 1,717 were property crimes and 128 were violent crimes.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Milton Washington Library?
The Milton Public Library in Pierce 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 Milton Washington Archives and Genealogy at https://www.sos.wa.gov/archives/Genealogy.aspx. Contact the Milton 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 Milton, Pierce County, Washington Library?
The Milton Public Library in Pierce 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 Milton Washington Archives and Genealogy at https://www.sos.wa.gov/archives/Genealogy.aspx. Contact the Milton Public Library reference desk at (253) for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Milton, Washington Public Library located?
The Milton, Washington Library is located at 900 Meridian E, Milton, WA 98354.
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Where is the Milton, Pierce County, Washington Public Library located?
The Milton, Pierce County, Washington Library is located at 900 Meridian E, Milton, WA 98354.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Milton, Washington?
Fingerprinting services in Milton, Pierce County, Washington are available through the Milton Police Department and the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Services are provided for employment background checks, licensing applications, immigration purposes, and personal record requests. You will typically need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and, where applicable, a completed fingerprint card from the requesting agency. Appointments can often be scheduled by calling (253) or by visiting the department's website. Fingerprints are submitted to the Washington State Patrol and the FBI for identity verification and criminal history review. Statewide criminal history checks can also be requested through the Washington State Patrol.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Milton, Pierce County, Washington?
Fingerprinting services for Milton, Washington residents are provided at the Milton Police Department, which serves Pierce 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 Milton 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 Milton, Washington, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Milton, 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. You will need to provide the full name of the person whose record you are requesting, as well as the date and place of the event. You will also need to provide a valid photo ID and proof of your relationship to the person whose record you are requesting. The address for the Washington State Department of Health is:

Washington State Department of Health

Center for Health Statistics

PO Box 9709

Olympia, WA 98507-9709
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Milton, Pierce County, Washington, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Milton, Pierce County, Washington, you will need to contact the Pierce County Auditor's Office.

The records available from the Pierce County Auditor's Office include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. All of these records include the name of the person, the date of the event, and the location of the event. Depending on the type of record, additional information may be included, such as the names of the parents or the names of the spouses.
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About background check
A background check in Milton, Pierce 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.