# 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.

| Field | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Defendant | King County, Washington |
| Total settlement | Not publicly disclosed |
| Estimated payment | 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. |
| Claim deadline | 2026-09-01 |
| 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. |
| Proof required | A claim form must be submitted, online or by mail. |
| Official claim site | https://www.kingcountysettlement.com/ |

To claim, follow the link to the official site and file there. We never file for you.

## Sources

Verified 2026-07-28.
- 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) — https://www.kingcountysettlement.com/

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