Notice: Courthouse Change
Traffic, Juvenile Traffic and Small Claims Court will be held at the Grover Beach Courthouse from March 25, 2019 to July 30, 2019 while the Veteran’s Memorial Building in San Luis Obispo is under construction. Read announcement.
Court News & Notices
SLO Superior Court Seeks Public Comment on Proposed FY 2018-19 Budget
Public Notice of the Courts Proposed Budget
San Luis Obispo FY 2018-19 Baseline Budget Proposal
Schedule Adjustments for Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Courts
After appreciated input from the most affected agencies and counsel, we have decided to modify the trial schedules in child welfare court and juvenile justice court. Beginning October 1, 2018, trials in child welfare court will occur in D12 on Monday afternoons at 1 PM. Juvenile justice trials will be moved from Monday afternoons to Friday afternoons at 1 PM at the Juvenile Services Center (JSC).
We are now testing E-filing for Criminal Case Types!
Criminal is now conducting limited testing for E-file for predesignated users, only. Please note that if you are not a designated e-file tester, you may experience problems and delays.
Pro Tem Court Reporters
How to contract as a court reporter for the San Luis Obispo County courts.
E-Filing for All Civil Case Types Now Available!
E-filing became MANDATORY for all case types accepted for filing in the Civil Division, January 1, 2017
Fee waivers for filing fees (including e-filing fees) may be granted upon request.
Traffic Court Dark Days
Check to see when traffic court sessions are not available
Family Law Facilitator / Self-Help Center Hours
Monday through Thursday
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Check for Schedules/Closures
San Luis Obispo Courthouse
1035 Palm St. 3rd Floor Atrium
Paso Robles Courthouse
901 Park St. Room 112
Info by Division
Adjudication of controversies between individual parties, the redress of private rights, and hearings for child welfare cases.
Collections provides direct assistance in order to facilitate payment of delinquent fines and fees. Fines and fees may be related to Criminal, Traffic, Family Law or Jury matters.
Our Criminal Division contains information to help you resolve warrants and pay your court ordered fines. It also provides basic information on other topics such as filing an appeal, upcoming criminal calendars, how to request copies of court records and how to clear your criminal record.
Family Law is an area of the law that deals with family-related issues and domestic relations including:
- the nature of marriage,
- adoption and child abuse,
- divorce, annulment, and alimony.
In California, as in all states, there is a separate court system for persons under the age of 18, who are known as minors or juveniles. The juvenile court system was established with the belief that children could be successfully rehabilitated through intensive counseling, education and guidance, rather than punishing them in the adult criminal justice system.
Our Traffic Division contains information to help you resolve traffic citations, interact with the court, and if or how to go to traffic school.
- Pay your ticket on-line
- About your traffic ticket - general information and steps to take
- Traffic School - eligibility and list of accepted schools
About Us
The court consists of thirteen judges and two commissioners. The judiciary, under a single presiding judge, hears all cases filed with the court. The Court serves the citizenry of San Luis Obispo County at two locations - San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles.
Mission
Uphold the law and provide equal justice for all.
Vision
The Court will resolve disputes fairly, in a manner that promotes public trust and confidence. We will be innovative, efficient, and provide equal and meaningful access to justice. Judicial officers and employees will stand together with a united court culture, where all are able to achieve their very best to serve the needs of the Court and the community.
Community Outreach
To schedule a speaker, tour, or for more information about Community Outreach projects or the Strategic Plan, contact Michael Powell, Court Executive Officer, at 781-5421.
Locations
Criminal Branch
1050 Monterey Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Phone: (805) 781-5670
Civil & Family Law Branch
1035 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
Civil: (805) 781-5677
Family Law: (805) 781-5706
Veterans Memorial Branch
(Closed 3/25/19-7/30/19 - Use Grover Beach)
801 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Grover Beach Branch
214 South 16th Street
Grover Beach, CA, 93433
Paso Robles Branch
901 Park Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone: (805) 237-3079
Public Resources
Attorney Resources
- Attorney Portal
- Tentative Rulings
- Local Rules
- Forms, Fees, & Filings
- Interpreter Services
- Court Reporter Transcripts
Court Updates:
- Local Rules of Court - Effective January 1. 2018
- Proposed Local Rules Changes - Effective July 1, 2018
- 2019 Judicial Assignments
- Designation of Complex Cases
- Court Reporters & Civil Law Matters
- Uninsured/Underinsured Approved Arbitrators