King County Sheriff's Office

Ensuring the safety of people in King County is our top priority. We aim to do this based on our core values of leadership, integrity, service and teamwork. We expect to provide the best customer service by working with you to address your concerns.

With over 1200 employees, the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) serves the needs of over half million people in unincorporated areas and twelve contract cities. KCSO also provides police departments for the Muckleshoot Tribe, Metro and Sound Transit and the King County International Airport.

In the news...

Thermal image of 5 people from drone

5 people rescued

5 people were safely rescued near Flaming Geyser National Park

Bambi bucket to fight fire

KCSO's Bambi bucket

KCSO uses new Bambi bucket to assist Puget Sound Fire with a brush fire

Suspect in Lake Washington

Guardian One tracks suspect in lake

Guardian One helps track suspect who jumped into Lake Washington

Hiking safely

KCSO Air Support makes another life-saving rescue during this busy hiking season

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Careers

Learn more about careers with the Sheriff's Office

Concealed pistol license

Apply for original CPL, renew/replace CPL or Alien Firearm License

Crime prevention tips

Learn more about crime prevention and safety tips

Firearm disposal

Learn more about firearm and ammo disposal

Online reporting

Report non-emergency incidents

Records requests

Submit requests for KCSO records

Services offered

Additional services provided by KCSO

U Visa

Learn more about U and T Visas

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