Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Sacramento County, California:
- Where to file for child custody in Sacramento County
- How to find or contact the Sacramento County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Sacramento County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Sacramento County, California
In Sacramento County, child custody is handled by the Sacramento County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
Sacramento County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
William R. Ridgeway Family Relations Courthouse
3341 Power Inn Road
Sacramento, CA 95826
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Self-Help Center Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday
Resource Room Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
Sacramento County Child Custody Forms & Fees
California Child Custody Forms Used in Sacramento County
https://www.courts.ca.gov/1192
Sacramento County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the filing fees, you may ask the court to waive the costs. For details, see the Sacramento County 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.
Sacramento County Family Court Self-Help Materials
California Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Sacramento County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Sacramento County Child Custody Lawyers
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