Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)
- I have a court hearing, where do I go?
- Do I have to go to court?
- Can I get an extension on my case from the clerk's office?
- Can I make a payment over the phone?
- How do I get a Public Defender?
- Can I tell the Judge some information for my friend because they have difficulty with English?
- Do you have electronic withdrawal for payments made to the court?
- Can I speak to my friend, who is in custody, in the courtroom?
- I've been convicted of a crime and I have completed my probation. Where can I get the Petition and Order for Expungement pursuant to 1203.4/1203.4(a) PC?
- I have a court hearing, where do I go?
- Do I have to go to court?
- Can I get an extension on my case from the clerk's office?
- Can I make a payment over the phone?
- How do I get a Public Defender?
- Can I tell the Judge some information for my friend because they have difficulty with English?
- Do you have electronic withdrawal for payments made to the court?
- Can I speak to my friend, who is in custody, in the courtroom?
- I've been convicted of a crime and I have completed my probation. Where can I get the Petition and Order for Expungement pursuant to 1203.4/1203.4(a) PC?
When you arrive at the court check the posted calendar to determine which courtroom you should go to. If your name is not on the calendar report to the clerk's office.
Yes, if a case has been filed with the court you must appear in court. Failure to do so will result in the issuance of a warrant for your arrest.
No, you, or your attorney, must appear in court to request an extension/continuance.
Yes. Payments may be accepted over the telephone with a valid credit card.
You may request a Public Defender from the Judge, at your first appearance in court, the arraignment hearing.
No. A court interpreter will be available to assist in any language translation.
No.
No. Visitation with defendants who are in custody are to be arranged at the jail facilities.
For information on how to petition the court click here.