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Court Closed – Tuesday, March 31, 2026 –

César Chávez Day

Service Level Reductions.

Due to budget cuts, our counter and phone hours have changed. Please follow this link to view current location and contact information.

Text Messaging Notifications

Public Notice: The San Luis Obispo Superior Court now offers convenient text message notifications to help you stay informed about your case. 

Access Court Records Online.

The San Luis Obispo County Superior Court launched re:SearchCA, a web-based platform that grants registered users remote access to public court records and documents. Please follow the link to register or sign in with your eFileCalifornia account.

Criminal Division

Criminal Operations handles non-traffic infractions, misdemeanor and felony criminal matters. Visit the following links on the California Courts' website to learn more about the basics of a criminal case or how a criminal case works.

General

Ancillary Services

If you are a self-represented defendant, find more information on ancillary services and requesting reasonably necessary funds for your defense.

Appeals

If you feel a judge has made a prejudicial error on your matter, get forms, rules of court and information on appeals.

Cleaning Up Your Criminal Record

Find information, instructions and forms for expungements, dismissals, governor's pardon, certificate of rehabilitation and other tips for cleaning up your record.

Information Requests

Find procedures and forms for requesting copies of case files, dockets and background checks.

Restricted License

If you are under 21 and over 18 years of age with an alcohol and/or related conviction, you may be able to petition the court for a restricted license.

Warrant

Find options for clearing your warrant.