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Merced County, California Family Court
Child Custody Information
Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Merced County, California:
- Where to file for child custody in Merced County
- How to find or contact the Merced County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Merced County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Merced County, California
In Merced County, child custody is handled by the Merced County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
Merced County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Merced County Superior Court
2260 N Street
Merced, CA 95340COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Merced County Child Custody Forms & Fees
California Child Custody Forms Used in Merced County
https://www.courts.ca.gov/1192
Merced County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the filing fee, you can ask the court for a waiver. For more information, see the California Superior Court fee waiver 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.
Merced County Family Court Self-Help Materials
California Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Merced County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Merced County Child Custody Lawyers