BENTON · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
22/24
Benton gets an A.
Washington has the strongest combination graded so far in the West: 5-day PRA clock with attorney-fee enforcement, free statewide MyCase court search, mandatory e-filing, free electronic delivery, public booking photos, and WATCH for criminal history. The Public Records Act puts the burden on agencies, not requesters. Rare combination.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Benton.
COMPUTED 2026-06-15 15:06 UTC · SCORE 22/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 14:50 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 14:50 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-06-15 14:50 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-06-15 14:50 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · WA Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the WA field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
SHELBIE LYNN DWYER
Wanted
ELSIE ELDORA LUSCIER
Wanted
BALLOT BOX FIRES
Wanted
CRESENCIO MORENO AGUIRRE
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · WA
Children Missing From Washington (Statewide)
Active Washington cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Ariella Archie (WA)
Aiden Martin (WA)
Lydia Decker (WA)
Lucy Martinez (WA)
Israel Chino Harris (WA)
Justin Burns (WA)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Washington Court Cases
Most recent Washington court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11647- | James Vincent Bremer, II and Alicia Allison Drake | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01194-7 | Jose Espinola and Aybet Medrano | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-01193-7 | Epifania D Barrera | 06/13/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02082 | Hurtado Gomez v. Hernandez et al | 06/12/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02083 | Hernandez | 06/13/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02084 | Estrada Gutierrez v. Hernandez et al | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11588- | Victor Rocario Cisneros Perez | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-41081- | Aneti Gatoloai and Grace Laauli Gatoloai | 06/13/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-11955 | Marc Stephen Laveson | 06/13/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02079 | Wammer v. Corporation of the Presiding Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and Successors et al | 06/12/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-05633 | Mendiola v. Maersk Logistics & Services USA Inc. | 06/12/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02080 | USAA Casualty Insurance Company v. Fannin et al | 06/12/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Washington
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: Statewide FAQ — applies to all of Washington. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
How do I find court records in Airway Heights?▼
To find court records in Airway Heights, WA (Spokane County), use the Washington Courts public access at https://dw.courts.wa.gov/. The Airway Heights Municipal Court at 1208 S. Lundstrom Street, Airway Heights, WA 99001 (509-244-3324) handles city ordinance violations and traffic. Spokane County Superior Court (felonies, civil) and District Court (misdemeanors) records are at https://www.spokanecounty.org/. Free name and case-number search statewide. Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged records are excluded. Sources: WA Courts (https://dw.courts.wa.gov/), City of Airway Heights (https://www.cawh.org/).
How can I pay for a speeding ticket I received if I lost it?▼
To pay a lost speeding ticket in Spokane, WA, the Spokane Municipal Court at 1100 W. Mallon Avenue, Spokane, WA 99260 (509-625-4400) handles city tickets. Online payment at https://my.spokanecity.org/courts/ requires citation number, name, and date of birth — call the court if you don't have the citation. The Spokane County District Court at https://www.spokanecounty.org/425/District-Court handles county-issued tickets; their online portal is similar. The Washington Courts Pay-by-Web at https://dw.courts.wa.gov/ also lets you search by name. Standard tickets must be paid within 15 days to avoid late fees and license suspension. Sources: Spokane Municipal Court (https://my.spokanecity.org/courts/), WA Courts (https://www.courts.wa.gov/).
How do I get a copy of a marriage record in Washington?▼
To get a copy of a marriage record in Washington State, the Washington State Department of Health Center for Health Statistics at https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/vital-records issues certified marriage certificates for $25 (records from 1968 forward). For older records, contact the County Auditor where the license was issued. Order online via VitalChek, by mail to PO Box 9709, Olympia, WA 98507 (360-236-4300), or in person at the State Vital Records office in Tumwater. Only the parties or immediate family can obtain certified copies under RCW 70.58A.560. Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) governs disclosure. Sources: WA DOH Vital Records (https://doh.wa.gov/licenses-permits-and-certificates/vital-records), WACO (https://www.waco-counties.org/).
How can I find out when the police were called and responded to a scene?▼
To find out when police were called and responded to a scene in Lacey, WA (Thurston County), file a Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) request with the Lacey Police Department at 420 College Street SE, Lacey, WA 98503 (360-459-4333). Specify the date, approximate time, and address. The CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) log shows the call time, response time, and disposition. The Lacey PD releases CAD logs and incident reports for closed cases; ongoing investigations may be redacted. Standard fees: $0.15 per page or actual cost. Submit at https://www.cityoflacey.org/. Sources: Lacey PD (https://www.cityoflacey.org/government/departments/police), WA Public Records Act (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=42.56).
How can I obtain a copy of a police report in Washington?▼
To obtain a copy of a police report in Washington State, contact the police department or sheriff's office that responded to the incident. Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) requires agencies to acknowledge requests within 5 business days. Standard fees: $0.15 per page or actual cost. Major departments offer online ordering: Seattle Police at https://www.seattle.gov/police/information-and-data/public-disclosure-requests/records-request-center, King County Sheriff at https://kingcounty.gov/depts/sheriff, Spokane PD at https://my.spokanecity.org/police/. For accident reports, the Washington State Patrol provides them at https://www.wsp.wa.gov/ for $10.50. Some investigative records may be redacted. Sources: WSP (https://www.wsp.wa.gov/), WA Public Records Act (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=42.56).
How do I find a probated will in Washington?▼
To find a probated will in Washington State, contact the Superior Court Clerk in the county where probate was opened. Once a will is admitted to probate it becomes a public court record under RCW 11.20.020. The WA Courts public access at https://dw.courts.wa.gov/ shows case status; full case files are searched in person at the Superior Court Clerk. King County Probate at https://kingcounty.gov/en/court/superior-court/courts-jails-legal-system/ex-parte-probate-unlawful-detainer, Pierce at https://www.piercecountywa.gov/2027/Pierce-County-Clerk, Snohomish at https://snohomishcountywa.gov/. Certified copies typically cost $5 plus $1/page. Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) governs disclosure. Sources: WA Courts (https://dw.courts.wa.gov/), King County Superior Court (https://kingcounty.gov/courts/superior-court/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Benton, WA
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Benton, WA · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for WA
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (WA)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in WA
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in WA
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in WA
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for WA
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (WA) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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FBI-Seattle
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FBI-Seattle
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (WA) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Problem with a company's investigati |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from WA state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Sisters indicted for wide ranging wire fraud and identity theft scheme involving debit cards and gift cards
Jun 10, 2026
doj_news
Texas couple indicted for psychic fraud scheme allegedly stealing millions from vulnerable people
Jun 10, 2026
doj_news
Newcastle, Washington man sentenced to 5 years in prison for helping overseas fraudsters smuggle their proceeds via money transfers and bitcoin
Jun 9, 2026
doj_news
Iranian national pleads guilty in scheme to smuggle military related technology to Iran via China
Jun 5, 2026
doj_news
Auburn, Washington, man sentenced to more than four years in prison for racially motivated attack on Metro bus passenger
Jun 2, 2026
doj_news
Illegal Alien, Co-Leader of nationwide drug trafficking ring, who plotted to kill Centralia, Washington Police Officer, sentenced to 15 years in prison
Jun 2, 2026
doj_news
Eastern Washington Jury Convicts Three Defendants of Conspiring to Impede Federal Officers In The Execution of Their Duties
May 29, 2026
doj_news
Department of Justice Accuses States of Undermining the Constitution and Putting Public Safety at Risk
May 28, 2026
doj_news
Kent, Washington, man convicted of 17 felonies related to string of armed dispensary and bank robberies following three-week trial
May 27, 2026
Federal Agency
NARA ORGANICS RECALLS ALL LOTS OF NARA INFANT FORMULA BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
Jun 13, 2026
Federal Circuit
QUOTE – Furniture procurement, delivery & installation – Cincinnati, OH
Jun 11, 2026
FBI National
Master of Shadow Fleet Tanker Pleads Guilty in D.C. for Evading U.S. Coast Guard During Weeks-Long Pursuit
Jun 12, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Benton
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Charged with stealing from storm victims in Benton County, Atkins man now accused of perjury in Washington County
FAYETTEVILLE -- A man charged with ripping off victims of storm damage in Benton County was arrested in Washington County earlier this week on suspicion of lying under oath in a co…
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Benton and Franklin court bailiffs will be disarmed after a change in WA state law
Benton and Franklin county courtrooms will no longer have armed bailiffs starting Friday. In the wake of changes in Washington state law, Benton County Sheriff Tom Croskrey said he…
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Scam alert issued by Benton County Sheriff's Office in Washington
BENTON COUNTY, Wash. – A scam warning has been issued for residents in the Tri-Cities area of Washington. The Benton County Sheriff's Office reports that someone is impersonating C…
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Dead birds in Benton County. 1st West Nile virus in WA in 2026
A Washington state Department of Transportation worker began to see dead birds while he was mowing.