Placer /divisions/civil

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Civil

Civil Court

Civil cases are brought by a plaintiff or petitioner asking the court to intervene in a dispute involving rights, money, or property. Judges hear cases involving Harassment, Landlord/Tenant, Small Claims, Probate, Workplace Violence, Elder Abuse and Name Changes.

If you need assistance selecting or filling out the appropriate forms, please visit the Court's Self-Help Center. If you are interested in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to resolve your case and review this information sheet, you may seek a mediation service prior to coming to court or inquire at your hearing.

Court's Self-Help Center

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Placer Superior Court's Civil Unit also handles Appeals. View more information on Appeals.

Online Services

View Case Information

Schedule a Visit at the Self-Help Center

View Local Rules for Civil Cases

View Local Forms for Civil Cases

Fees

You may file a fee waiver if you cannot afford to pay the court fees for your case.

A current schedule of fees can be viewed on our Fee Schedules page.

Filing Rules

Please adhere to Ca Rule of Court 201 when filing documents with the court.

Include an addressed envelope with adequate postage for the return of conformed copies.

Pre-punch all papers in the standard two hole position.

An original and 2 copies must be submitted.

Civil Law and Motion Tentative Rulings

Civil Law and Motion Tentative Rulings

Request a Tentative Ruling: (916)408-6480

Request an Oral Argument: (916)408-6481

CARE Act

The Community Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Act creates a new pathway to connect eligible individuals to treatment and services by focusing on promoting long-term recovery through a court process. CARE Court allows people, called "petitioners," to request voluntary treatment, services, support, and a housing plan for themselves or another person, called "respondents," who have untreated schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders.

For more information on CARE Act Proceedings, links to forms, and other resources, please visit our Self-Help page.

Civil FAQ

For more information filing a Civil Case and what to expect, visit the California Courts Self-Help Center.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact Us Call the Civil Division at (916) 408-6000 option 5

CASE INFORMATION

To find or review information regarding a case.

Tentative Rulings

Calendar Notes

Civil CMC Notes

Remote Appearances

CARE Act Proceedings

Related Links

Department of Consumer Affairs

Judicial Council Online Self-Help

Judicial Council Forms