Tulare — Filing Instructions

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Filing Instructions

This page provides filing instructions and general information for a variety of case types. Select the area of law that best matches your legal matter to access step-by-step filing information, required forms, filing fees, and other helpful resources.

The information provided is intended to assist court users in understanding the filing process. It is not legal advice. If you need additional assistance, please contact the Self-Help Resource Center or consult an attorney.

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Filing Instructions and Information

Select the area of law in which you need assistance to access filing instructions, required forms, and related court resources.

Adoptions

CARE Act

I need assistance filing a CARE Act Petition

Read More About the CARE Act

Civil

Learn about key civil law topics, including restraining orders, unlawful detainers (evictions), and name changes

Read More About Civil Topics

Criminal

Find information about options available to address your criminal record, including dismissal of eligible convictions, rehabilitation options, and related court processes.

Read More About Criminal Topics

Family Law

Learn about key family law topics, including divorce, child custody, support, parentage, and domestic violence.

Read More About Family Law Topics

Fee Waivers

Learn how to request a fee waiver if you can't afford the costs of filing your case.

Read More About Fee Waivers

Juvenile

Find information, forms, and filing instructions for common juvenile court matters

Read More About Juvenile Topics

Probate

Restraining Orders

I need to ask the Court for a restraining order.

Read More About Restraining Orders

Small Claims

Learn more about the small claims process and preparing your case for court.

Read More About Small Claims

Sample Packets

Access sample packets to assist you in completing your paperwork.

Read More About Sample Packets

Adoptions

Adoption Packet

Stepparent Adoptions

Stepparent Adoption Packet

Civil

Name Change:

Name Change Packet

Name and Gender Change - Adult Packet

Name and Gender Change - Minor Packet

Restraining Orders:

Elder Abuse Packet

Workplace Violence Packet

Unlawful Detainers:

Unlawful Detainer Complaint Packet

Unlawful Detainer Answer Packet

Unlawful Detainer Judgment Packet

Miscellaneous:

Answer to Civil Contract

Request for Interpreter Services in Civil Cases

Family Law

Dissolution (Divorce):

Summary Dissolution Packet

Custody and Visitation:

Petition to Determine Parental Relationship (UPA) Packet

Petition for Custody and Support Packet

Petition for Grandparent Visitation

Miscellaneous:

Emancipation Packet

Ability to Earn Packet

Preparing for Trial: Witnesses & Exhibits

Probate

Guardianships

Guardianship of the Person Packet

Termination of Guardianship Packet

Conservatorships

Conservatorship of the Person Packet