Branches of Government Handout 
An explanation of how citizens interact with the judicial, executive and legislative branches of government

Local Government Handout 
An explanation of how the judicial branch operates within the context of county and city governments.

Myths & Misperceptions About Washington Courts 
A video from Washington's judicial branch challenges some mistaken ideas about how courts work by using real person-on-the-street interviews and responses from judges, justices, a court clerk and a state legislator. The video was produced by the Public Trust & Confidence Committee of the Board for Judicial Administration (BJA) in partnership with Washington's public affairs station, TVW, with financial support provided by the Washington State Gender and Justice Commission and Minority and Justice Commission.

Self-Represented Persons in District Court 
Approved by the Board of Judicial Administration in 2010, this adaptable handout was designed by the BJA Public Trust and Confidence Committee to help pro se litigants navigate district court.

In Spanish / En español
Personas que se representan a sí mismas en el Tribunal de Distrito .

In Japanese /

Self-Represented Persons in Superior Court Civil Proceedings' 
Designed to be distributed by County Clerks and Superior Court Administrators’ offices.  This document addresses civil actions in superior court and outlines how to start an  action against someone else, how to defend yourself from an action, terms you need to know, what to wear and how to act in court and a list of helpful phone numbers and websites.

In Spanish / En español
Personas que se auto representan en procedimientos civiles en el Tribunal Superior .

Separation of Powers Handout 
A quick look at the concept of separation of powers

Frequently Asked Question Sheet 
Designed for posting in all courts.  This sheet covers frequently asked general questions, such as where to obtain information on forms, jury duty, traffic issues, fines and fees, domestic violence and more.  The bottom of page two includes an area for local variations for your county as well as local resources for further information.

Judges in the Classroom 
If you are a judge interested in teaching a lesson to elementary, middle or high school students, please explore Judges in the Classroom. Proven interactive lesson plans are available for download from the website that focus on the law and legal process. You may also sign up as an interested judge to be contacted if teachers from your area request a judge.

Juror Appreciation Poster 
A poster designed for posting in all state courthouses, thanking jurors for their service.

Judicial Remarks to Prospective Jurors 
Updated Judicial Remarks is a template for use by judges when addressing the jury pool prior to voir dire

Law and Constitution Day 
Washington State Guide to Civic Observances: Law Day and Constitution Day identifies government and other organizations that celebrate these civic observances in schools. It provides links to resources.

Model Court Tours Template
Approved by the Board of Judicial Administration in 2010, this template was designed by the BJA Public Trust and Confidence Committee to help court staff save time when contacted by a school or organization requesting a tour of the court.

2005 Presiding Judges Outreach Toolkit 
A toolkit for presiding judges on community and media outreach and other opportunities to increase public trust and confidence in the judiciary in Washington State. (Last reviewed and updated 2005)

Judicial Speakers Bureau Brochure 
This tri-fold brochure will help invite opportunities for judges to speak at community events. Download the template and personalize the pdf with your court's contact information before printing. Approved by the Board of Judicial Administration in 2010. (Last reviewed and newly redesigned Fall 2015)

What's Happening in Washington Courts Activity Books: Grades K-5  and Grades 6-12 
These two activity books are designed for young people who are visiting court. Activities and information are age-appropriate and provide help youth learn about the judicial processes, the people at court and the vocabulary that is used.