Community Court

Community Court takes a collaborative, problem-solving approach to addressing quality-of-life offenses. The program balances accountability with support, helping participants move forward and reduce future involvement in the justice system. 

Mission Statement

The mission of the Battle Ground Community Court (BGCC) program is to positively impact our community through the use of evidence-based, therapeutic practices that support recovery and reduce recidivism.  BGCC fosters collaboration between the Battle Ground Municipal Court and individuals charged with nonviolent offenses, breaking the cycle of crime and lessening the burden on the justice system by providing case management and access to supportive services.

Link to City Calendar

Program Schedule

Community Court will be held the last Thursday of every month, starting at 2:00pm.  (Dates may be subject to changes when in conflict with federal holidays).

Participants must appear in person. 

Program Eligibility

The following offenses will generally be considered eligible for participation in Community Court.  

Offenses related to DUII will not be allowed to opt into Community Court. 

RCW 9A.56.050 Theft in the Third Degree (with no history of retail theft or felony burglary)
RCW 46.61.500 Reckless Driving
RCW 46.61.5249 Negligent Driving
RCW 9A.56.170 Possessing Stolen Property in the Third Degree
RCW 9A.76.175 Making False or Misleading Statement to a Public Servant
RCW 9A.76.020 Obstructing a Law Enforcement Officer
RCW 9A.76.040 Resisting Arrest
RCW 9A.76.130 Escape in the Third Degree
RCW 9A.84.040 False Report
RCW 66.44.270 Furnishing Liquor to a Minor
RCW 66.44.270 Minor in Possession
RCW 66.44.290 Minor Purchasing or Attempting to Purchase Liquor
RCW 9A.84.030 Disorderly Conduct
RCW 9A.48.090 Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree
RCW 9A.52.070/
RCW 9A.52.080
 Trespass in the First Degree or Trespass in the Second Degree
RCW 46.20.342(1)(c) Driving While Suspended in the Third Degree
RCW 9A.36.041 Assault IV