Jeffrey P. Bassett at a glance
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Jeffrey P. Bassett
Judge · Kitsap County - Superior Court
Biography
Professional career
- As of 2026, Judge Bassett has presided over probate and estate administration cases in Kitsap County
- Judge on the Kitsap County Superior Court in Washington, appointed by Governor Jay Inslee in February 2016, with over 30 years of legal experience in criminal, family, bankruptcy, and child dependency law.
- Private Practice: Sole practitioner in family law (2010–2016)
- Outstanding Teen Court Judge (2003)
Education
- Florida State University College of Law — J.D. (1985)
- in English, University of Florida — B.A. (1983)
Additional information
- Board member, Peninsula Alliance (previously ARC of Kitsap) since 2018
- Humanitarian of the Year, Kitsap County Bar Association (2024)
- Licensed foster parent (2014–2020) and adoptive father of three
- Appointed: February 9, 2016, by Governor Jay Inslee, succeeding the Hon. Jay B. Roof
- Public Service: Assistant Public Defender (criminal law) Managing attorney, Renton, WA firm (bankruptcy & personal injury) Section Chief, Florida State Attorney General’s Office, Children’s Legal Services (2001–2008) Lead Counsel, Center for DUI Defense (2008–2009)
- John Balikas Professionalism Award, Miami-Dade County Courts (2007)
- Admitted to the Florida Bar (1986) and Washington State Bar (1991)
- Former President of Washington LEGALS
- In summary: Judge Jeffrey P. Bassett is a seasoned legal professional with a broad background in criminal, family, bankruptcy, and child welfare law, recognized for his professionalism, community service, and dedication to equal access to justice.
- Volunteer attorney for VAPWA (HIV/AIDS legal aid)
- Active in local acting community as actor, director, and volunteer
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Recording and broadcasting
Statewide
Washington GR 16 allows video recording, audio recording, and still photography by the news media in courtrooms only after the judge has expressly granted permission.
Video and audio recording and still photography by the news media are allowed in the courtroom during and between sessions, provided (1) that permission shall have first been expressly granted by the judgeWashington GR 16, Courtroom Photography and Recording by the News Media ↗
Statewide
If a Washington judge limits courtroom photography or recording, GR 16 requires particularized findings on the record and treats open access as presumed.
Open access is presumed; limitations on access must be supported by reasons found by the judge to be sufficiently compelling to outweigh that presumptionWashington GR 16, Courtroom Photography and Recording by the News Media ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Washington GR 16, Courtroom Photography and Recording by the News Media
Kitsap County - Superior Court
Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.
Official source ↗ · Collected 2026-07-26Sources
Identity source checked July 26, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts official judicial roster
Identity source · HTML · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts official judicial roster ↗Washington GR 16, Courtroom Photography and Recording by the News Media
Statewide source · PDF · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Washington GR 16, Courtroom Photography and Recording by the News Media ↗