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Find your county’s service guide 26 reviewed links · San Diego
County selection San Diego, California
County context for browsing. Agency service areas may differ. Find court services → Jury duty information → Resolve a traffic ticket → Court self-help services → Find legal assistance → Find probation services → Find family court services → Find small claims court help → Find probate court information → Find restraining order help → Find court name change information → Find eviction court information → District attorney office → Coroner or medical examiner office → Public defense and court-appointed counsel → Ask for a court fee waiver → Official jury service information. Follow the court’s current instructions and the summons for your own reporting group.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — jury information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Jury Services
Jury Services Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot d858d9bc9d145233
Official court traffic information. Check the options and requirements for the particular citation before using an online service.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — traffic information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Traffic / Minor Offense Division
Traffic / Minor Offense Division Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 373553ebbe49e9c4
Official court self-help information. Confirm the topics served, appointment requirements, location and available channels.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — selfhelp information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Self-Help Center
Self-Help Center Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot f9fc739694f2f435
Official court services and division information. Use the court’s own instructions to confirm case types, access and locations.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
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Browser is not supported You are using an outdated browser. For best experience, please use latest version of Edge, Chrome, Safari or Firefox browser. Skip to main content News Forms Locations ADA Toggle Menu Dropdown link: Divisions Divisions Traffi Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot d6577843ec0e27ac
Court-published case lookup or records instructions. Available case types, dates, document access, registration and fees differ by court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — case information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Accessing Court Records
Accessing Court Records Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot c6a96176ffcbc261
Official court locations and contact information. Verify the division, counter hours and current services for the location before visiting.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — locations information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Court Locations
Court Locations Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot b99546728ef22dd7
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Family
Family Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot d6577843ec0e27ac
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — selfhelp information (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Small Claims
Small Claims Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot f9fc739694f2f435
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Probate
Probate Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot d6577843ec0e27ac
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — selfhelp information (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Civil Harassment Restraining Orders
Civil Harassment Restraining Orders Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot f9fc739694f2f435
The official court page specifically describes this subject and its available information. Consult its current instructions for your situation.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California, County of San Diego · San Diego Superior Court — Landlord-Tenant Cases (Unlawful Detainer) (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed local Eviction / unlawful detainer subject context
Civil Hearings Expand Menu Item Civil Independent Calendar Hearings Civil Restraining Order Hearings (NOT Domestic Violence) Limited Civil Hearings Small Claims Hearings Small Claims Trial De Novo Hearings (Small Claims Appeals) Unlawful Detainer (Landlord-Tenant) Hearings Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 3d13de8266b2570f
Read the official district attorney office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County district attorney · San Diego — district attorney (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official directory row, department heading or explicitly named service link; see fixed safety audit.
Skip to main content FAQs Hotlines Contact Us San Diego County District Attorney The DA's Office The DA's Office Annual Report Bureau of Investigation Contact Us Community Grant Community Partnership Prosecutors Conviction Review Unit Crime Divisions Criminal Justice System D Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot c00d95f49e6f8b3d
Read the official probation office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County probation · San Diego — probation (opens in a new tab)
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Health, Children Health and Human Services Agency Live Well San Diego Public Safety Sheriff District Attorney Medical Examiner Probation Public Defender Emergency Preparedness Fire Authority Law Enforcement Complaints Adult Protective Services Child Abuse Hotline Business Do Business with Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 97520902125bed9f
Read the official public defender office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County public defender · San Diego — public defender (opens in a new tab)
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Health, Children Health and Human Services Agency Live Well San Diego Public Safety Sheriff District Attorney Medical Examiner Probation Public Defender Emergency Preparedness Fire Authority Law Enforcement Complaints Adult Protective Services Child Abuse Hotline Business Do Business with Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot c88d562d4d58efad
Read the official coroner office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County coroner · San Diego — coroner (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official directory row, department heading or explicitly named service link; see fixed safety audit.
and Use and Environment Group Library Medical Care Services Medical Examiner Parks and Recreation Planning & Development Services Probation Public Defender Public Health Public Safety Group Public Works Purchasing and Contracting R-Z Registrar of Voters Self-Sufficiency Services Sheriff Te Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot f22a67a428310498
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Divorce in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Get a divorce Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 8b796c86ebb63f57
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Small claims in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Small claims in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 5e7cc71e2f3f9d1a
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Guide to wills, estates, and probate court | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Guide to wills, estates, and probate court Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 2cfa1f7bf131b533
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Restraining order | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Restraining orders Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot a53c2ed743548886
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Change your name in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Change your name in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 010a68e83578bc47
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Eviction cases in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Eviction cases in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot df77286ea1d89904
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Get free or low-cost legal help | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Get free or low-cost legal help Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot c0811e8d52dfe0fe
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Ask for a Fee Waiver | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed official page main content
Ask for a fee waiver if you can't afford court fees Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ac4b69cc78452ee6
Court-published links or filing information for this subject. Individual forms and any linked documents require the applicable current instructions.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California, County of San Diego · Name or Gender Change | Superior Court of California - County of San Diego (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed local Name change subject context
Petition for Change of Name and any needed attachments. Check the self-help link, as the petition name may change based on your request. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 2583b586792fee0c
Read the actual provider’s instructions. Before appointment — general information only. Appointment and qualification are determined through the stated court process; the provider’s other services are not inferred from this selection.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County Public Defender · San Diego County Public Defender — public defense information (opens in a new tab)
Frequently Asked Questions — Actual public-defense public instructions
Our office can provide general information regarding the court process. The specifics of your case cannot be discussed until we are appointed. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 4f74b68f97c3e986
Read the Medical Examiner’s process page for signed next-of-kin authorization, release to the designated service and property arrangements. Different source estimates for examination/release timing are not merged into a guarantee.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence San Diego County Medical Examiner · San Diego County Medical Examiner — coroner information (opens in a new tab)
The Process — Actual coroner public instructions
Upon receipt of a signed authorization (Order for Release of Remains) from the legal next-of-kin, the decedent’s body will be released to a mortuary or other service (e.g. cremation society, transportation service) designated in the authorization. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot e561d01b18617bee
Official state service profiles These 12 profiles are classified under this topic by California’s official state service directory. The county filter above does not establish local eligibility for them. Confirm availability and requirements on the official profile.
Civil Rights Department · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1316 listed under department 215
Community conflict mediation services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Health Care Access and Information, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1260 listed under department 256
File a hospital bill complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Insurance, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1170 listed under department 175
File an insurance complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 81 listed under department 178
Find refugee services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Governor, Office of the · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1115 listed under department 238
Get updates on DACA Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 79 listed under department 178
Get immigration legal help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1116 listed under department 178
Get DACA legal help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Aging, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1256 listed under department 133
Home and Community Services for seniors Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Aging, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1259 listed under department 133
Legal services for older adults Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1211 listed under department 220
Report auto fraud Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
State of California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1286 listed under department 317
Recovery services finder Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Franchise Tax Board · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1181 listed under department 236
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a