Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Monterey County, California:
- Where to file for child custody in Monterey County
- How to find or contact the Monterey County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Monterey County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Monterey County, California
In Monterey County, child custody is handled by the Monterey County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
Monterey County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Monterey Superior Court
1200 Aguajito Road
Monterey, CA 93940Mailing Address:
Monterey County Courts, 1200 Aguajito Road, Monterey, CA 93940
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Monterey County Child Custody Forms & Fees
California Child Custody Forms Used in Monterey County
https://www.courts.ca.gov/1192
Monterey County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the court filing fees, see the Monterey County Superior Court fee waiver information on the Family Law page of the court's website. (Scroll down to the "Fees" section of the page to find it.)
Get Help With California Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Monterey County Family Court Self-Help Materials
California Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Monterey County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Monterey County Child Custody Lawyers
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