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From August 17, 2026, all ex parte hearing requests e-mailed to crc_civil@stanct.org with the department number and “Ex Parte Hearing Request” in the subject line and the case name, the case number and a contact phone number in the body of the email; the court at 300 Starr Avenue, Turlock, open Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; parties bringing all witnesses, books, copies of receipts and other papers or items supporting their claim or defense to the hearing, the Clerk's Office not accepting evidence or exhibits; claims by businesses filed electronically, by mail or in person, a business filing more than two claims at the same time in person asked to drop them for later processing - with the clerk at the filing window or in the lobby drop box - and to return the next business day for its copies or provide a self-addressed stamped envelope; and a plaintiff doing business under a fictitious business name filing, with the claim, the declaration on form SC-103 (Code of Civil Procedure § 116.430(a)).
California > Fifth Appellate District > Stanislaus County > Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus
Effective August 17, 2026, all ex parte hearing requests must be emailed to crc_civil@stanct.org. Please include the department number and “Ex Parte Hearing Request” in the subject line. In the body of the email, please include: 1) Case name; 2) Case number; and 3) Contact phone number. A courtroom clerk will contact you at their earliest convenience to obtain additional details regarding the request. Small Claims Court Welcome to the Small Claims Division of The Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus. Disputes are resolved quickly and inexpensively in Small Claims Court, where the rules are simple and informal. Litigants may not be represented by an attorney. Court Location 300 Starr Avenue, Turlock, CA 95380 Phone: 209-530-3100 Email: Turlock.Requests@stanct.org Hours: Monday through Friday 8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Forms Small claims forms can be downloaded here. Court Trials Parties must bring all witnesses, books, copies of receipts, and other papers or items to support their claim or defense to the hearing. The Clerk’s Office cannot accept evidence/exhibits. Each party will have the chance to prove or dispute the claim and is allowed to question both its own witnesses and the opposing party’s witnesses. Jurisdiction Small Claims are limited to disputes of $12,500* or less for individuals and $6,250 or less for businesses. You cannot file more than two cases in Small Claims Court for more than $2,500 per calendar year (Code of Civil Procedure Sec. 116.231) *Except for personal injury claims arising from an auto accident where defendant is covered by an insurance policy that includes a duty to defend. Claims filed by businesses Claims filed by businesses can be filed electronically, by mail or in person. Due to limited staffing, businesses filing more than two claims at the same time in person will be asked to drop their claims for later processing. Claims may be dropped with the clerk at the filing window or in the drop box in the lobby. Filers may return the next business day to pick up their copies or provide the Court with a self-addressed stamped envelope and the clerk will return their copies by mail. Doing Business Under a Fictitious Business Name? If the plaintiff operates or does business under a fictitious business name and the claim relates to that business, the plaintiff must file a declaration stating that he or she has executed, filed and published a fictitious business name statement as required by law. (Code of Civil Procedure § 116.430(a). This can be accomplished by filing, along with your Claim, the SC-103 form. Note: The Court must dismiss a small claims action if plaintiff has not complied with the fictitious business name laws. (Code of Civil Procedure §116.430(b).) Free mediation and advisory services are available in English and Spanish. Mediation Mediation is an opportunity to settle your case either before you file a claim, after you file or on the day of trial. A trained mediator meets with both parties, helping to achieve a resolution that is agreeable to both sides. Why Try Mediation It’s Free - There is no cost to residents or businesses in Stanislaus County. It’s Fast - Mediation can be scheduled within a few days and the results are immediate. If the Court hears your case, you may not receive a decision from the Court for 90 days. It’s Private - Everything said in mediation is confidential. It’s Fair - The mediator does not take sides or tell you what to do. It's Informal - You do not have to go through a court hearing. Click on the button below to find more about the Mediation Services. Mediation Small Claim Advisor The Stanislaus County Small Claims Advisor provides general assistance on small claims forms, procedures and common small claims issues. The advisor can explain your options, help you understand and fill out small claims forms and offer suggestions about how to prepare your case or defense. The advisor cannot represent you at your hearing. For further information, go to Advisory Service page. Venue It is important that you file your Small Claims action in the right court or "venue". The right court may be the court in the county: Where the defendant lives or where the business is located; Where the damage or accident occurred; Where the contract was entered into or is to be carried out; Where the contract was breached, if the defendant is a corporation; For a retail installment account, where the buyer lives, where the contract was signed or where the goods are permanently kept. Forms assistance is available at the Stanislaus Court's Self-Help Center. You can also visit the Self-Help Center at the California Courts website.
Effective August 17, 2026, all ex parte hearing requests must be emailed to crc_civil@stanct.org. Please include the department number and “Ex Parte Hearing Request” in the subject line. In the body of the email, please include: 1) Case name; 2) Case number; and 3) Contact phone number. A courtroom clerk will contact you at their earliest convenience to obtain additional details regarding the requ
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