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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Where can I do community service to pay off my fines and probation fees?
  2. Where do I go for treatment or an evaluation? (domestic violence, drug and alcohol, mental health)
  3. Alcoholics Anonymous questions
  4. What is ignition interlock and where do I get it?
  5. How often do I report?
  6. What happens at a review, and what is a review hearing?
  7. Do I have to pay for urinalysis (U/As)?
  8. I Don't Live In Auburn, Can I Transfer My Probation To A City Closer To Where I Live?
  9. I was recently released from prison, where do I report?
  10. When is my next court date?
  11. How do I contact my probation officer?

1. Where can I do community service to pay off my fines and probation fees?

If your sentence in Auburn Municipal Court includes a fine, you will usually have the opportunity to perform Community Service instead of paying your fine with money. These rules apply when you choose Community Service:

  • You must choose a NON-PROFIT organization for your community service hours; it is not up to the court or probation to provide you with a list of places. Examples include: Churches, YMCA, schools, Food Banks, Children’s Home Society, The Goodwill, etc. To find phone numbers for the above references, you can look in the yellow pages under “Social Service Organizations.” The agency DOES NOT have to be in Auburn.
  • When you complete your hours, the agency of your choice must write to the court a short statement on THEIR LETTERHEAD STATIONARY stating how many hours have been completed. An employee of the organization must sign it and add a phone number for reference. Also, be sure your CASE NUMBER is included so your case gets proper credit. You must turn your hours in each month to the front counter at Auburn Municipal Court. If your hours are not turned in, your case may end up in collections.
  • You will earn $7.00 credit for each hour of community service performed.
  • If you have further questions, please call the Court Staff at 253-931-3076.

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2. Where do I go for treatment or an evaluation? (domestic violence, drug and alcohol, mental health)

Please see our Resources Guide, which has various agencies that provide services often required by the court.

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3. Alcoholics Anonymous questions

When do I have to start attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings?

Meeting attendance is required starting on the day of your sentence. DO NOT wait until your probation appointment, or wait until you are in treatment.

Where do I attend AA meetings?

Call 206-587-2838 or 206-722-3700 for locations nearest you. In Pierce County call 253-474-8897. Or go to www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.

Why are phone numbers required on the AA log?

You must provide VERIFIABLE AA logs, and the phone numbers are references for random checks.

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4. What is ignition interlock and where do I get it?

An ignition interlock is a breath analyzer, which is wired into the vehicle’s ignition and prevents the driver from starting the vehicle if he or she has consumed any alcohol. The device is about the size of a cellular phone with a curly cord that disappears under the dash. Five companies have been approved by the Washington State Patrol to supply interlocks. Please check our Resources Guide.

Am I required to have one installed?

No, you can choose not to drive at all for the length of time an interlock is required.

Can I drive work vehicles without an ignition interlock?

No, unless given special permission by the judge, which must be requested through a hearing.

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5. How often do I report?

Frequency of reporting is different depending on each defendant.

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6. What happens at a review, and what is a review hearing?

If you fail to follow conditions set by the court, for example by incurring a new violation, you will be summoned into court to explain to the judge the reason for your non-compliance. If you fail to appear for your review, a warrant will be issued for your arrest. Contact the Court at 253-931-3076 for what to do when you have a warrant.

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7. Do I have to pay for urinalysis (U/As)?

No, your monthly probation fee of $75.00 covers this cost.

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8. I don't live in Auburn; can I transfer my probation to a city closer to where I live?

No, since the offense was committed in Auburn, you must be monitored by Auburn probation.

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9. I was recently released from prison, where do I report?

If you are on probation for a felony (superior court case) then you will report to Department of Corrections.

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10. When is my next court date?

Find your court date.

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11. How do I contact my probation officer?

Please call 253-288-7405 and press #2 for a staff directory.

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