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Documents in civil cases filed at the Clerk's Office within the Hall of Justice at 2610 Riverside Drive in Susanville - signed, dated, organized and stapled (the clerk cannot accept copies which are not organized and stapled), the original set two-hole punched and stapled with the appropriate number of copies, with the proper filing fees from the Statewide Civil Fee Schedule or a Request to Waive Court Fees; fax filing of certain documents in civil cases (the Civil, Probate & Family Law Fax Filing page); the Civil Law and Motion calendar generally heard the 3rd Thursday of every month in Department 3; requests for continuances of law and motion matters made by written stipulation of the parties or counsel with the applicable filing fee, the stipulation, order and continuance fee received and signed by the court before the date and time of the hearing, the matter possibly ordered dropped from calendar; a settled matter reported to the court, followed by the mandatory Judicial Council form Notice of Settlement of Entire Case [form CM-200]; handwritten forms accepted if printed clearly and legibly in blue or black ink and otherwise compliant with California Rules of Court, rules 2.100-2.119; under $12,500 a Small Claims case, $35,000 or less a Limited Jurisdiction Civil case, over $35,000 an Unlimited Jurisdiction Civil case.
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Civil Division The Civil Division assists parties with cases involving recovery of money or property in non-contract civil disputes or contract enforcement, civil rights, and landlord tenant actions. Petitions to Change Name and various writs are also handled by the Civil Division. A civil matter may involve a lawsuit in which one party sues another to recover money or property, to enforce a contract or an obligation, to collect damages for injury or to protect a civil right. Some examples of civil cases include claims for personal injuries arising from automobile accidents, alleged wrongful termination from employment, evictions from a house or commercial building or disputes regarding the use of an easement. Civil lawsuits (other than family, juvenile, probate, unlawful detainer, and civil harassment cases) can generally be divided into three categories depending on how much money is involved: Amendments to CA law effective January 1, 2024 (SB-71), have amended the jurisdictional damage and controversy amounts for Civil case jurisdictions, those updated amounts are reflected below: When the dollar amount is... This case is usually called a... Under $12,500 Small Claims case Between $0 and $35,000 Limited Jurisdiction Civil case Over $35,000 Unlimited Jurisdiction Civil case Contact Information Hall of Justice 2610 Riverside Drive Susanville, CA 96130 Phone: (530) 251-8205 RELATED LINKS Location & Directions Fee Schedule Local Forms Local Rules Small Claims Small claims court is a special court where disputes are resolved quickly and inexpensively. In small claims court, the rules are simplified and the hearing is informal. Attorneys are generally not allowed. In general, claims are limited to disputes up to $6,250. However, natural persons (individuals) can claim up to $12,500. View the Small Claims Page for Additional Information » Limited Civil A general civil case that involves a lawsuit that amounts to $35,000 or less to recover money or property, enforce a contract, collect damages for injury, or to protect some civil right. For further information, visit the California Courts' Self-Help page on Cases for $35,000 or less. Limited Civil Unlimited Civil A general civil case that involves a lawsuit for amounts over $35,000 to recover money or property, enforce a contract, collect damages for injury, or to protect some civil right. For further information, visit the California Courts' Self-Help page on Cases for Over $35,000. Unlimited Civil Landlord/Tenant Evictions (Unlawful Detainer) Keeping possession of real property without a right, such as after a lease has expired, after being served with a notice to quit (vacate, leave) for non-payment of rent or other breach of lease, or being a "squatter" on the property. Such possession entitles the owner to file a lawsuit for "unlawful detainer," asking for possession by court order, unpaid rent and damages. A legal action to evict a tenant or other occupier of real property in possession, without a legal right, to declare a breach of lease, and/or a judgment for repossession, as well as unpaid rent and other damages. Such lawsuits have priority over most legal cases and therefore will be calendared for trial promptly. Other types of legal disputes between landlords and tenants are generally handled in small claims court, such as disputes regarding the return of a security deposit. For additional information, see the California Courts' Self-Help pages on Eviction cases and Guide to security deposits. Unlawful Detainer Abuse & Harassment (Restraining Orders) There are different types of civil restraining orders, each with their own eligibility requirements and steps to obtain. See the Restraining Orders page for additional information. Restraining Orders Name Change In order to get a court order changing your name or a child's name, you must file a petition in the Superior Court in the county where you live. You can then use the court order to change the birth certificate, passport, social security card, driver's license, and other documents. After you file your petition to change the name, you will get a court hearing. Before your hearing, you will have to post a legal notice in a newspaper of general circulation for four consecutive (in a row) weeks, one day per week. If you are trying to change the name of your child, you will also have to personally serve the other parent at least 30 days prior to the hearing so that he or she has the opportunity to come to court if he or she doesn't agree. If both parents agree, they both sign the petition to change their child's name. See the California Courts' Self-Help page Change your name in California for additional information. Name Change Civil FAQs Frequently Asked Questions What is a Civil Case? A civil case is a lawsuit in which one party sues another party. Civil matters include small claims, civil matters, conservatorships, probate, family law, adoptions, and juvenile compromises. A civil case can be filed by a party to: Enforce a contract or agreement Collect damages to their person or property Recover money or property Protect a civil right What is the difference between Limited and Unlimited Civil Cases? Generally, civil lawsuits are divided into three categories which is based on the amount of money involved in the lawsuit. An example of cases with are generally excluded from this are unlawful detainer, juvenile, civil harassment, probate and family matters. When the dollar amount is under $12,500 it is usually referred to as a Small Claims case. When the dollar amount is less than or equal to $35,000 it is referred to a limited jurisdiction civil case. When the dollar amount exceeds $35,000 it is referred to as an unlimited jurisdiction civil case. Where can I get help with my civil case? The Self-Help attorneys are available to provide assistance. Please contact our Self-Help center for more information. Self-Help » How do I file documents? You can file documents in Civil cases by visiting the Clerk's Office within the Hall of Justice at 2610 Riverside Drive in Susanville, CA. Ensure all documents are signed, dated, organized and stapled. The clerk cannot accept copies which are not organized and stapled. You will need to file with the clerk the original set off documents that are organized, two-hole punched, and stapled, along with the appropriate number of copies. Check the Statewide Civil Fee Schedule to be sure you have included the proper filing fees or submit a Request to Waive Court Fees. In addition to filing your documents in person at the Hall of Justice, the Lassen Superior Court accepts fax filing of certain documents in civil cases. For additional information, visit the Civil, Probate & Family Law Fax Filing page. Can I fax documents for filing? Yes, you can file documents via fax in certain Civil cases. Please see the Civil, Probate, & Family Law Fax Filing page for information and instructions. Civil, Probate, & Family Law Fax Filing » What are the filing fees in a civil case? See the Statewide Civil Fee Schedule for a list of filing fees applicable to civil filings. Fee Waiver: Litigants meeting statutory income limitations may be eligible for a waiver of court fees and costs. A Request to Waive Court Fees must be filed with the first documents the litigant presents for filing in a case. The Request is reviewed by a judge and a determination is made as to whether the litigant is eligible for the waiver. A clerk may also grant a fee waiver based on certain information. Please review the California Court's Self-Help page on asking for a fee waiver for additional information. Fee Waiver » Does the Court provide interpreters? Yes, please see the Language Access Services page for more information on language assistance. Language Access Services » How do I obtain copies of my file? You can request copies through the clerk's office; either online, in person, or by mail. For more information and to submit a request online, visit the Records & Information page. Records & Information » When is the Law and Motion calendar heard? The Civil Law and Motion calendar is generally heard the 3rd Thursday of every month in Department 3. View the Law & Motion Calendars page or the Case Index & Calendar Portal for additional information. Law & Motion Calendars » Case Index & Calendar Portal » How do I obtain a continuance or notify the court of settlement? Requests for continuances of law and motion matters shall be made by written stipulation of the parties or counsel along with the applicable filing fee. The stipulation, order and continuance fee must be received and signed by the court prior the date and time for the hearing. Upon review by the Court, the matter may be ordered dropped from calendar. If the matter has settled, parties should contact the court to advise the case has settled and then follow up with the mandatory Judicial Council form Notice of Settlement of Entire Case [form CM-200]. Upon review by the Court, the matter may be ordered dropped from calendar. How do I find out my court date or if my case is on calendar? Non-confidential matters can be found on the calendars available on the Court's Case Index & Calendar Portal. Once on the Case Index & Calendar Portal, you can search for your case, by case number or by name and can view a list of hearings. You can also view weekly and daily court calendars which will show a list of all non-confidential cases. Case Index & Calendar Portal » Can I appear remotely by Zoom or telephonically? See the Remote Appearances page for information on remote appearances. Zoom and CourtCall (telephonic) appearances are permitted for certain circumstances in Civil cases. Certain forms, procedures, and time constraints for filing, serving, and complying with applicable rules may apply and need to be completed in advance of your proceeding. Visit the Remote Appearance pages for additional information. Remote Appearance » Do I need to type my forms? You may submit handwritten forms as long as they are printed clearly and legibly in blue or black ink and otherwise comply with California Rules of Court, rules 2.100-2.119.
Civil Division The Civil Division assists parties with cases involving recovery of money or property in non-contract civil disputes or contract enforcement, civil rights, and landlord tenant actions. Petitions to Change Name and various writs are also handled by the Civil Division. A civil matter may involve a lawsuit in which one party sues another to recover money or property, to enforce a contr
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