Research Guides: Government Resources: Washington State

General Sources - Washington State

Access Washington / Washington State
Access Washington provides a state agency directory as well as links to local government agencies. This is a great resource for learning more about WA state programs and services.
Washington State Library / Wasington Secretary of State

Washington State Courts
State Supreme Court, Appellate & Trial Courts, Court Rules, Court Opinions, and more...

Public Law Library of King County
"The King County Law Library serves the legal and law related information needs of the county, including judges, county officials, members of the bar, and other residents. The Library is open to the public and has a knowledgeable staff available to assist you with your research needs."

Washington LawHelp
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"Washington LawHelp is a guide to free civil legal services for low-income persons and seniors in Washington. This site provides legal education materials and tools that give you basic information on a number of legal problems, and in some cases, detailed instructions and forms to help you represent yourself in court. You can also locate information on free legal aid programs in Washington, including basic eligibility and contact information."

You can use email or chat to ask questions on legal subjects

Staff at the Washington State Law Library, or the King County Law Library, can guide you to legal resources.