Yakima County DUI Court

01/06/2025

12/31/2024

🎉 Happy New Year from Yakima County District Court! 🎉

We want to let you know that we will be CLOSED on New Year’s Day (January 1st) to celebrate and recharge for the year ahead! 🌟

We look forward to seeing you when we reopen on (January 2nd).

Thank you for your support in 2024!
Wishing you all a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year! 🎆

12/21/2024

🎄 Holiday Closure Notice 🎄

In observance of Christmas, Yakima County District Court will be CLOSED on December 25th, 2024.
Please plan accordingly and contact us before or after the closure for any urgent matters.

We wish you a safe and joyful holiday season!

12/19/2024

Don't miss this great opportunity!

-The DUI Court Team

On Monday, December 23rd, we're celebrating Jolabokaflod, an Icelandic Tradition of giving books away as gifts. That means we're giving away FREE books to readers ages 0-18! Youth are invited to drop by any Yakima Valley Libraries location open on Monday between 1-4pm* to pick out a book and enjoy hot chocolate.

¡El lunes 23 de diciembre, estamos celebrando Jolabokaflod, una tradición islandesa de regalar libros como obsequios! Esto significa que regalaremos libros GRATIS a lectores de 0 a 18 años. Los jóvenes están invitados a visitar cualquier biblioteca de Yakima Valley Libraries que esté abierta ese lunes entre la 1:00 p.m. y las 4:00 p.m.* para elegir un libro y disfrutar de un chocolate caliente.

Participating Libraries/Bibliotecas Participantes:
Buena, Granger, Harrah, Mabton, Selah, Sunnyside, Toppen*sh, Wapato, West Valley, Yakima Central, Zillah

*Zillah Library will celebrate between 11am-2pm.
*La biblioteca de Zillah celebrará de 11:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.

12/16/2024

🏠 Know Your Rights: Eviction Prevention & Protection

Facing eviction can be overwhelming, but it's important to remember that you have rights.
Understanding your rights can help you navigate this tough situation.
Reach out to local resources, legal aid, or tenant rights organizations to ensure you're protected.

💡 If you're facing eviction, don’t wait!
💬 Remember, knowledge is power. Learn your rights and take action!

-The DUI Court Team

12/11/2024

Take a look at our Community Events Calendar for the month of December!

-The DUI Court Team

Events Calendar

11/22/2024

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native American peoples. It’s an opportunity to learn about the diverse histories of indigenous nations and reflect on their enduring presence and resilience. Whether through storytelling, art, music, or community events, this month reminds us of the importance of acknowledging Native peoples’ heritage, promoting respect, and understanding.

This Native American Heritage month, we invite you to take the time to learn about the Yakama Nation, a vibrant and resilient Indigenous community with rich history that spans centuries. The Yakama people, whose ancestral lands lie in the beautiful Columbia Plateau region, have deep connection to the natural world, with traditions in agriculture, fishing, storytelling, and spiritual practices that have been passed down through generations.

Explore their culture, their stories, and the ongoing work they do to preserve their heritage. By understanding the history and contributions of the Yakama Nation, we not only honor their past but support their future. To learn more please visit Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center website.

-The DUI Court Team

11/13/2024

Discover all the valuable resources we’ve gathered for you!

-The DUI Court Team

11/06/2024

October Brown Bag Lunch Recap!