City of Spokane

Spokane Municipal Code

***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 05A
Chapter 05A.20
Section 05A.20.010
 

Title 05A Municipal Court

Chapter 05A.20 Community Justice Services

Section 05A.20.010 Community Justice Services

 

  1. The Community Justice Services Department operates as the misdemeanant probation department of the Spokane Municipal Court pursuant to the authority granted under Rule 11 of the Administrative Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (ARLJ 11). The department is responsible for supervising individuals placed under court-ordered supervision or pretrial release to ensure compliance with judicial directives, promote accountability, and enhance public safety. Consistent with evidence-based practices, the department conducts pre-sentence and post-sentence investigations, administers jail alternative programs including electronic monitoring and other court approved services, performs financial eligibility screenings for public defense representation, and facilitates referrals to treatment and community-based programs designed to reduce recidivism. The department collaborates with law enforcement, service providers, and community partners to support rehabilitation, promote victim safety, and uphold the effective administration of justice within the city of Spokane.
  1. The Director of Community Justice Services, or equivalent administrative head, shall be responsible for the overall management, operations, and strategic direction of the department. The Director shall be appointed by the Presiding Judge of the Municipal Court, following a majority vote of the judges present at a regularly scheduled judges’ meeting.

 

Date Passed: Monday, January 12, 2026

Effective Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026

ORD C36795 Section 5