Newcastle, WA · King County
Claim for Damages Form
This form lets a person claimants believe were injured or had property damaged because of City of Newcastle negligence submit incident details and supporting evidence to the city’s Risk Management Office.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The City of Newcastle uses this form to investigate claims involving injury or property damage that the claimant believes resulted from city negligence. The form asks for incident, claimant, witness, insurance, and damage information; automobile claims require additional details. Complete it legibly, sign it, and file it with the city’s Risk Management Office, including available supporting documents. Filing a claim does not guarantee payment.
Who needs it
A person seeking to claim damages for an injury or property damage they believe resulted from negligence by the City of Newcastle should complete and file this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an optional acknowledgment block for a notary; the claimant or an authorized signer must sign the claim and acknowledge that signature before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Claim for Damages Form from the City of Newcastle website or in person at City Hall.
- 2
Complete the Claim
Type or legibly write your incident and claimant information. Attach additional sheets and supporting evidence if needed.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
If you choose to notarize the form, book a commissioned online notary and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the claim and acknowledge your signature during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
File the signed form and supporting documents with the City of Newcastle Risk Management Office in person or by mail.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Newcastle. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I submit the Newcastle Claim for Damages Form?
- Complete and sign the form, attach available evidence, and file it with the City of Newcastle Risk Management Office in person or by mail at the address listed on the form.
- Do I need to have the claim notarized?
- The form says “If notarized” beside its notary block, so notarization appears optional in the form text. Confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- Can I sign this claim with a commissioned online notary?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280. Ask the City of Newcastle whether it will accept the notarized claim in your circumstances.
Claim for Damages Form in other King County cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.