The bankruptcy court’s physical facilities are open, however, court users are encouraged to continue to access court services electronically whenever possible. All visitors must wear facial coverings in the court’s public spaces, unless fully vaccinated. If visitors do not have a facial covering, one will be provided at the court security checkpoint. The protocol for in-court proceedings is available here: Spokane courtroom protocol, Yakima courtroom protocol. The Clerk of Court and staff are available to answer questions and assist with all methods of accessing the court’s services at 509-458-5300 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The court’s mailing address is POB 2164, Spokane, WA, 99210-2164.

Payment of court fees (filing fees and installment payments, copies, recordings of hearings, etc.) may be paid online via debit card, PayPal, or ACH (electronic payment from a bank account). To make a payment click here or use the link on the court’s website at www.waeb.uscourts.gov > Online Payments. This payment option cannot be used for chapter 13 plan payments to the trustee. Registered ECF users must continue to submit payment through the ECF system.