RUSTON · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
22/24
Ruston 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 Ruston.
COMPUTED 2026-07-29 22:39 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 · 2026-07-29 22:32 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-29 22:32 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-29 22:32 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-29 22:32 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
DEVARIAE MONTREL CONLEY
Wanted
COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT LASER INCIDENTS
Wanted
SHELBIE LYNN DWYER
Wanted
ELSIE ELDORA LUSCIER
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.
Monica Arroyo (WA)
Jimiah Fornsby-Solomon (WA)
Justin Burns (WA)
Trinity Miller (WA)
Lydia Grover (WA)
Delilah 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02203 | Cortes Arango v. Hernandez et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 3:26-cr-05076-1 | USA v. Watkins | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02670 | Alfaro Siguenza v. Hernandez et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02672 | Ghane v. Mullin et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02671 | Vasquez De Jesus v. Hernandez et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02668 | Sanchez Torres v. Warden Northwest ICE Processing Center | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02669 | Evans v. Possible Finance | 07/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 2:26-mj-00477-1 | USA v. Charm | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02673 | Zinna v. Newman et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-02674 | Urtecho Martinez v. Mullin et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 2:26-cr-00148-1 | USA v. Macias Martinez | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-05856 | Horal v. Commissioner of Social Security | 07/29/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Pierce County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Pierce County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
How do I find arrest records in Tacoma?▼
Tacoma, WA arrest records: Tacoma Police Department records (https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/police/services/records) — public via RCW 42.56 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=42.56). Pierce County Sheriff inmate search (https://www.piercecountywa.gov/3162/Inmate-Search). Statewide criminal history: Washington State Patrol WATCH (https://watch.wsp.wa.gov/) $14 name-based instant. Court records: Washington Courts Search (https://dw.courts.wa.gov/) free statewide. FBI Identity History Summary $18. Washington Public Records Act (RCW 42.56). Ban-the-box: Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW §49.94). Tacoma News Tribune for arrest blotter (https://www.thenewstribune.com/).
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).
📊 Public Data Sources for Ruston, 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 · Ruston, 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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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Ruston, WA
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| INA OPPLIGER | RUSTON |
| RICHARD WATSON | RUSTON |
| MICHAEL WILSON | RUSTON |
| TAMEY GOODRUM | RUSTON |
| ANN MURPHY | RUSTON |
| DORIAN HUNTER | RUSTON |
| COURTNEY FRANCISCO | RUSTON |
| MICHAEL SHAFFER | RUSTON |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| WINNIFRED STREET TIB PROJECT | RUSTON |
| ORCHARD PROPERTIES | RUSTON |
| ASARCO SEDIMENTS/GROUNDWATER OU6 | RUSTON |
| N. PARK AVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (N. PAR | RUSTON |
| WALGREENS 7356 TACOMA | RUSTON |
| PRP 2010-35 N 49TH STREET N RUST WAY | RUSTON |
| N HIGHLAND ST. AND N SHIRLEY ST - 52ND T | RUSTON |
| USDA RD SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS | RUSTON |
💰 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 | Experian Information S | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 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 | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 4
City of Ruston, WA
| EIN | Organization |
|---|---|
| 453327450 | Foodmachine Foundation |
| 843962935 | Surge Institute |
| 853676634 | Seattle Kraken Alumni Association |
| 871486557 | King Racing |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from WA state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Former Washington State Employee Sentenced for Theft of $50,000 from Paid Family Leave and Unemployment Insurance Programs
Jul 28, 2026
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Seattle restaurant owner pleads guilty to failing to pay over employment taxes of more than $1.4 million
Jul 27, 2026
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Kent, Washington, resident pleads guilty to conspiracy to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization
Jul 22, 2026
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Coeur d’Alene Physician Sentenced to 40 Months Imprisonment and $1.25 Million in Restitution for Involvement in Fraudulent Telemedicine Fraud Scheme
Jul 22, 2026
doj_news
Former Rhode Island resident sentenced to 15 years in prison for massive international drug smuggling attempt
Jul 17, 2026
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Seattle real estate investor sentenced to 20 months in prison for $4.7 million tax evasion scheme
Jul 17, 2026
doj_news
Former Fall City, Washington, resident sentenced to nine years in prison for possession of images of child sexual abuse
Jul 17, 2026
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Two sentenced in connection with drug trafficking in Seattle’s International District and homeless encampments along I-5
Jul 16, 2026
doj_news
Sex offender who failed to register and absconded from community supervision sentenced for illegal gun possession
Jul 13, 2026
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Pair convicted for scheme to defraud seriously ill veterans by calling medical facilities to steal personal information
Jul 13, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC and States Act Against Hims & Hers for Deceptive and Unlawful Privacy Practices
Jul 29, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
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