Welcome

The Ferndale Municipal Court is a court of limited jurisdiction. The Municipal Court Judge is authorized by Washington State statute to preside over the following types of cases: non-traffic infractions, traffic infractions, criminal misdemeanors, and gross misdemeanors. The court schedules arraignments, pre-trial hearings, non-jury and jury trials, sentencing, reviews, etc. The court supervises related services, including legal representation for indigent persons, probation, and interpreter services.

Courtroom Location
5694 Second Ave
Ferndale, WA

Court Clerk’s Office
2220 Main St
Ferndale, WA

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 291
Ferndale, WA 98248

Municipal Court Schedule

Every Tuesday at 
10:00 a.m. 
(except following a Monday holiday)
 In-custody hearings at Whatcom County Jail, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA 
Thursdays Jury trials at 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale
Every Friday at 9:00 a.m. (except the 5th Fridays of the month) Probable cause hearings, criminal arraignments, warrant quash hearings, pretrial hearings, infractions, and probation hearings at 5694 Second Ave, Ferndale

Judge Mark A. Kaiman

Judge Kaiman

Mission

The mission of the Municipal Court is to administer justice fairly, efficiently, and impartially, ensuring due process and equal protection under the law for all.  We are committed to upholding the law, fostering public trust, and serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and respect.

If you require the assistance of an interpreter, please contact the Ferndale Court Clerk.

Language Access Plan