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San Diego County, California Family Court
Child Custody Information
Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for San Diego County, California:
- Where to file for child custody in San Diego County
- How to find or contact the San Diego County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find San Diego County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in San Diego County, California
In San Diego County, child custody is handled by the San Diego County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
San Diego County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
Central Courthouse: 619-844-2777
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
The following four courthouses handle family law matters in San Diego County. Browse the list to find the courthouse closest to where you live.
New Central Courthouse
1100 Union Street
San Diego, CA 92101
http://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/portal/page?_pageid=55,1905044&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTALEast County Regional Center
250 East Main Street
El Cajon, CA 92020
http://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/portal/page?_pageid=55,1059067&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTALNorth County Regional Center
325 South Melrose
Vista, CA 92081
http://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/portal/page?_pageid=55,1058990&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTALSouth County Regional Center
500 3rd Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
http://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/portal/page?_pageid=55,1059049&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTALCOURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. except court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
Call the court at the number above to see if the volunteer staffed childcare facility is open on the day you must go to court.
San Diego County Child Custody Forms & Fees
California Child Custody Forms Used in San Diego County
https://www.courts.ca.gov/1192
San Diego County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the filing fees, you may apply for a waiver. See the San Diego Superior Court Fees FAQ for more information.
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.
San Diego County Family Court Self-Help Materials
California Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
San Diego County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
San Diego County Child Custody Lawyers