King County Sheriff's Office

Ensuring the safety of people in King County is our top priority. We aim to do this based on our core values of leadership, integrity, service and teamwork. We expect to provide the best customer service by working with you to address your concerns.

With over 1200 employees, the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) serves needs of over half million people in unincorporated areas and twelve contract cities. KCSO also provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro and Sound Transit and the King County International Airport.

In the news...

KCSO Water Taxi and Guardian One

Air/Swat drill with multiple agencies

West Seattle Blog: Closer look at air/sea SWAT drill off West Seattle between multiple state and federal agencies

Drone guides hikers

Lost hikers rescued near Duvall

King County Sheriff's Office sergeant helps rescue hikers with drone

Sheriff deputies on patrol in Seattle

Cameras ride with King County, Kent cops on reality show ‘Police 24/7’

“Police 24/7,” a new cop reality show following patrol cops on the beat, is featuring Washington’s largest sheriff’s office.

StarChase deployment and DUI arrest

StarChase technology aids in DUI arrest

A successful StarChase deployment & subsequent DUI arrest by our quick-thinking Precinct 3 Deputies

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Firearm disposal

Dispose of unwanted firearms and ammunition

Firearm licenses

Apply or renew Concealed Pistol License (CPL) or Alien Firearm License

Online reporting

Report non-emergency incidents

Records requests

Request accident reports and public disclosure requests

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