My question involves criminal law for the state of: Washington
and the city of: Shoreline
The other night friends and I decided to go to a local public swimming area after dark to do some night swimming. After awhile of swimming the local law enforcement showed up and we were all issued a $500 ticket for being in the park after dark. The cop stated that we would be able to either write into court or appear in court and try to mitigate the fine and have it reduced.
Either I cannot remember the cop telling us or he never stated but what is the charge for being in a park after hours, specifically in my location? Would it be considered an infraction or a full on misdemeanor? And would it appear on my record or be done with forever after just paying a fine?
Thank you for any help anyone is able to give.

