Superior Court of San Luis Obispo
Restraining Orders
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Gun Violence Restraining Order
A Gun Violence Restraining Order is a court order that prohibits someone from having a gun, ammunition, or magazines (ammunition storage and feeding devices).
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Domestic Violence Restraining Order
You may obtain a domestic violence restraining order if a person has abused you and you have a close relationship with that person (married or registered domestic partners, divorced, separated, dating or used to date), or you are related (parent, child, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, in-law).
Divisions
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Civil
Adjudication of controversies between individual parties, the redress of private rights, and hearings for child welfare cases.
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Collections
Collections provides direct assistance in order to facilitate payment of delinquent fines and fees.
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Criminal
Our Criminal Division contains information to help you resolve warrants and pay your court ordered fines.
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Family
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.
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Juvenile
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.
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Probate
Probate handles cases involving estates, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships.
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Traffic
Our Traffic Division contains information to help you resolve traffic citations, interact with the court, and if or how to go to traffic school.
News, Updates & Notices
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About the Court
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 three locations - San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Grover Beach.
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 (805) 706-3615.