Skagit County Superior Court
Last updated on November 23, 2025
205 W Kincaid St, Mount Vernon
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The Skagit County Superior Court offers video and telephonic hearing options via Zoom for many calendars, provides electronic document submission through its clerk’s e-submission portal, and publishes local rules and protocols for remote participation and exhibits.
Technology Overview
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Video/Telephonic Hearings (Zoom):
The court allows use of Zoom or telephone for many hearings. Participants are expected to follow the remote-hearing rules, check the daily calendar for the specific link, and maintain courtroom decorum as if in person.
Source: Video Court – Skagit County Superior Court; Video/Telephonic Hearings Protocol -
Remote Participation Protocols:
The court’s "Remote Hearing Rules" document outlines expectations for remote participants—joining five minutes early, appropriate camera/lighting, muting until recognized, and professional dress and behavior.
Source: Remote Hearing Rules – Skagit County Superior Court -
Electronic Filing / E-Submission:
The County Clerk uses a digital “eSubmission” platform (Granicus) for filing documents with the Superior Court. Instructions for account setup and submission timelines are published on the Clerk’s site.
Source: Clerk eSubmission System – Skagit County -
Pre-Trial and Exhibit Procedures for Remote Bench Trials:
The court requires parties in remote proceedings to submit exhibit notebooks by certain deadlines and complete a form summarising witnesses and exhibits ahead of remote bench-trials.
Source: Pre-Trial Conference Summary – Skagit County Superior Court -
Local Rules & Court Governance:
The court’s site notes that, “With limited exceptions, all court hearings and trials are conducted in person. Zoom is also available for many hearings.” Local Court Rules (effective September 1, 2025) should be consulted for complete procedural standards.
Source: Skagit County Superior Court Home Page