The collection of fines and assessments generates considerable revenue, which funds both local and state programs. This revenue contributes to public safety and education programs, information systems, crime-victims compensation, public defense, drivers education programs in schools, law enforcement training and local probation supervision programs. The Kitsap County District Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanors and gross misdemeanor crimes. Traffic infractions including speeding, license tabs charges and equipment violations are also heard in this Court. The Probation Services Division of the District Court supervises offenders sentenced by the Court.
Probation is a sentencing alternative to incarceration in jail.
The Probation staff provide assessment and evaluation services. Referrals for treatment are made from this office. This division monitors the offender's compliance with sentencing conditions set by the Court. Petitions for name changes are also heard in District Court. For these kinds of cases, parties may choose which court to use.