The San Diego Civil and Probate Courts offer users the option of searching for cases via an advanced search with just the case year and number. For example, if you have case number 37-2018-00022446-CL-UD-CTL, but you think the case might now be a Breach of Contract case, you may perform an advanced search at your […]
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Printed Courtesy Copies for San Diego Family Court Cases
In certain instances, and pursuant to the operative pursuant to the operative general order regarding mandatory electronic filing for Family Law, nothing precludes a Judicial Officer from requesting a courtesy copy of a document electronically filed. For more information visit the court’s family law e-filing general order and / or frequently asked questions documents.
San Diego Superior Court Family Law Division E-Filing Exemption List
As of May 26th, 2020, the San Diego Superior Court began accepting e-Filings for Family Law matters. Attorneys and the public can now e-file documents with the Court without physically coming into the courthouse, except for the following. Family Law E-Filing Exception List Application and Order for Publication/Posting Domestic Violence Paperwork (Initial and Subsequent Filings) […]
File on an Existing Case in the San Diego Civil Courts
While Filing on an Existing Case in the San Diego Civil Court is pretty much the same as any other court, the article below explains a few differences which filers should know.
Collection of Stipulation Fees in the San Diego Civil Court
When you submit a stipulation to the San Diego Civil Court, the filing clerk reviews the document to ensure all parties who are stipulating have paid first paper fees.
Documents And / Or Case Types Not Eligible for E-Filing in San Diego Civil
The following filings and/or case types are NOT ELIGIBLE for e-filing in the San Diego Civil Superior Courts at this time:
Resubmit Rejected Filings in San Diego Superior Court for Civil and Probate Matters
On June 26, 2021, the process to resubmit rejected filings in San Diego Superior Court Civil and Probate cases will change slightly. To resubmit these rejected filings, you will need to simply copy the filing first, then you may edit the new copy and submit it.
First Appearance Fees and Stipulations in the San Diego Civil Court
When a Stipulation is filed in the San Diego Civil Court, it is filed on behalf of ALL signing parties. The assessed Stipulation Fee will be the First Appearance fee for any of those signing parties who have not paid it at the time of filing the Stipulation. Sample Request for Refund Rejection when the […]
Courtesy Copies Required In the San Diego Civil Courts
The San Diego Superior Civil Court requires courtesy copies in conjunction with the many types of documents in e-filings.
San Diego Superior Court Expands Electronic Filing for Civil and Probate Matters
Effective April 15, E-filing will be required for attorneys and encouraged for self-represented litigants.