King County Jail Detention Settlement
King County, Washington settled allegations that it detained people at the King County Jail for more than 48 hours without a probable cause determination between January 2, 2021, and April 23, 2025. King County, Washington denies any wrongdoing and the court made no finding of liability.
A settlement over the detention of people at the King County Jail for more than 48 hours without a probable cause determination between January 2, 2021, and April 23, 2025. Class Members can claim a cash payment.
- Estimated payment
- at least $1,500.00, or $150.00 with warrants
- Claim deadline
- Who is eligible
- People who were arrested without a warrant and detained at the King County Jail for more than 48 hours without a probable cause hearing between January 2, 2021, and April 23, 2025.
- How you get paid
- Class Members who had no warrants at the time of their arrest are paid a minimum of $1,500.00, plus additional compensation based on the number of hours they were detained without a probable cause determination. Class Members who had one or more warrants at the time of their arrest are paid $150.00.
- Proof required
- A claim form must be submitted, online or by mail.
This information is not a substitute for legal advice.
Verified on . Based on Official Settlement Website — Malik Tucker et al. v. King County, Washington (Case No. 2:24-cv-00002-RAJ, United States District Court, Western District of Washington) (Settlement Administrator, 2026). See the method.