Find Arrest Records in Maple Valley
Maple Valley arrest records are public under Washington's Public Records Act, RCW 42.56, and law enforcement services are provided by the King County Sheriff's Office under a contract the city has maintained since 1997. All arrest records, police reports, and booking information for Maple Valley incidents flow through the King County Sheriff's Office rather than a standalone city police department. You can request records online, by phone, or in person through the KCSO Precinct 3 location that serves Maple Valley.
Maple Valley Overview
Maple Valley Police Department and KCSO Precinct 3
Maple Valley contracts with the King County Sheriff's Office for all law enforcement services. The local presence is KCSO Precinct 3, located at 22300 SE 231st St., Maple Valley. The Maple Valley Police Department page on the city website serves as the public-facing contact point, even though officers are King County Sheriff deputies. The department includes a Police Chief, two Sergeants, 12 Patrol Officers, one Traffic Officer, and two Detectives.
The Maple Valley Police Department page has contact information, office hours, and links to common services. For non-emergency calls, reach the King County Communications Center at 206-296-3311. The city police line is 425-413-5158. You can also email policeinfo@maplevalleywa.gov for general inquiries.
Business hours for the police office are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After hours, calls go to the King County Communications Center. The department also has access to specialized units including Guardian One air support, a K-9 unit, and a marine unit. Municipal court sessions are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month; you can reach the court clerk at 253-856-5730 for case information.
| Precinct Address | 22300 SE 231st St., Maple Valley, WA |
|---|---|
| City Address | 22035 SE Wax Rd, Ste 5, Maple Valley WA 98038 |
| Police Line | 425-413-5158 |
| Non-Emergency | 206-296-3311 |
| policeinfo@maplevalleywa.gov | |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
How to Request Police Records in Maple Valley
To file a police report or request a copy of an existing report, the city directs residents to reporttosheriff.org, which is the King County Sheriff's online portal for filing and tracking reports. This covers incidents within Maple Valley where a deputy responded or where an online report is appropriate. Not all incident types can be reported online, so check the site for eligible categories.
The Maple Valley Police Services page lists the specific records-related services available, including how to request a copy of a police report, apply for a Concealed Pistol License, get fingerprinting done, and request a vacation watch for your home.
Fingerprinting is available through the King County Sheriff's Office rather than through a separate city office. Background checks that go beyond the immediate arrest record, such as a full conviction history, should go through the Washington State Patrol. You can reach WSP at (360) 596-4000 for guidance on the process.
For requests involving older records or records from prior to the contract period, contact the King County Sheriff's Records unit directly. Since Maple Valley has used KCSO since 1997, all historical arrest records from that point forward are in the county system.
King County Jail and Booking Records
People arrested in Maple Valley are taken to the King County Correctional Facility. The facility is in downtown Seattle and is operated by King County. Under RCW 70.48.100, three items are always public at the time of booking: the arrested person's name, the booking date, and the cause of arrest. These details are available without submitting a formal records request.
For more detailed information, including incident reports, supplemental documents, or officer notes, you will need to submit a formal public records request through the King County Sheriff's Office. Requests are handled under RCW 42.56, and the agency has five business days to acknowledge receipt and provide an estimate of when records will be available.
For custody status and release alerts, VINELink covers King County facilities. This free service lets you register for automated notifications when someone in custody is moved, transferred, or released. You do not need a records request to use VINELink.
The Washington Courts case search is another free tool. It shows filed charges and case status for King County District Court and Superior Court cases without requiring a formal request.
Statewide Criminal History Records
For a statewide background check or conviction history, the Washington State Patrol's WATCH system is the main resource. A name-based search costs $11 and returns results within minutes online. WATCH pulls from conviction data statewide, not just King County or Maple Valley records. It is one of the more reliable tools for checking someone's history across Washington.
An arrest record alone does not mean someone was convicted. Under RCW 10.97.050, conviction records are public. Records tied to charges that were dismissed or cases that ended in acquittal are handled differently. You can review those records in person but copying them may be restricted depending on the specifics of the case.
Maple Valley does not have its own municipal jail. All detained persons are transported to King County facilities, so county-level resources are the right place to look for booking records and current custody information.
Note: An arrest record shows that someone was arrested and booked. It does not indicate guilt or a criminal conviction.
King County Arrest Records
Maple Valley is in King County. Since law enforcement is contracted through the King County Sheriff, county-level records and jail booking data are the primary source for arrest information. Visit the county page for KCSO records, the county jail roster, and county-level resources.
Nearby Cities
Other nearby King County cities also have public arrest records available under RCW 42.56.