Mandatory Confirmation

KCLCR 16(c)(3) requires that all settlement conferences be confirmed no later than Noon the day before the conference but not earlier than 48 hours in advance.  

KCLCR 77(k)(10)(A) Mandatory Confirmations. All civil (except unlawful detainer actions; Rule 12(b)(6); and, Rule 56 motions), domestic relations, probate, adoptions and departmental motions which are to be pursued must be confirmed in person, by telephoning the Superior Court at (360) 337-7140 (Option #2), or by Email at supcourtconfirm@co.kitsap.wa.us  no later than 12:00 noon of the court day before the hearings, but no earlier than forty-eight (48) hours in advance.

Civil Rule 12(b)(6) and Rule 56 motions which are to be pursued must be confirmed in person, by telephoning the Superior Court at 360-337-7140 (option 2) or by e-mail at supcourtconfirm@co.kitsap.wa.us no later than 12:00 noon two court days before hearings, but no earlier than 72 hours in advance. The Superior Court does not require confirmation of unlawful detainer actions filed under RCW Title 59.  Matters not confirmed may not be pursued.

Information to be provided when confirming includes:  

• Name and telephone number of confirming party
• Date and time of the hearing/settlement conference
• Case number

Confirmations may be completed by:
a.  Phoning 360-337-7140 and selecting option #2; or
b.  E-mail at supcourtconfirm@co.kitsap.wa.us