Bothell, WA · King County
Waiver of Presence of Defendant
This form lets a defendant ask to appear through their attorney at non-mandatory hearings in Bothell Municipal Court.
What this form is
A defendant uses this form to waive their presence at non-mandatory hearings and appear through their attorney. The form asks for the case number, defendant’s name and date of birth, and the defendant’s signature and date. It also states that the judge may require an in-person or remote appearance, and that failing to appear when summoned could result in an arrest warrant.
Who needs it
A defendant who wishes to appear through their attorney at non-mandatory hearings in Bothell Municipal Court may use this form.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This waiver is signed without a notary; the defendant signs and dates it, and the document lists no notarized attachment or related step.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the Waiver of Presence of Defendant PDF.
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Complete the Form
Enter the case number, defendant’s name, and date of birth.
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Sign and Date
The defendant signs and dates the waiver.
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Submit the Form
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Waiver of Presence of Defendant do?
- It lets a defendant state that they wish to appear through their attorney at non-mandatory hearings. The form explains that the judge may still require an in-person or remote appearance.
- Do I need a notary for the Waiver of Presence of Defendant?
- No. The defendant signs and dates this waiver; the document does not list a notarized attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the Waiver of Presence of Defendant?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Waiver of Presence of Defendant doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Bothell form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.