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Media Information | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
Public Information Officerprosynsky@alameda.courts.ca.gov
Please note: The Public Information Officer cannot help you with your court case, or provide you with legal advice. Messages sent to this email address requesting case assistance will not be returned. For case assistance, please contact the clerk's office for your type of case.

Media Requests

Click on the request types below for more information.

Media Requests to Film or Photograph

Request to Film or Photograph Court Proceedings
To photograph or film inside a courtroom, you must obtain written permission from the judicial officer assigned to the proceeding. To request permission to film or photograph:
1. Complete formMC 500(Media Request to Photograph, Record, or Broadcast), and
2. Complete formMC-510(proposed Order on Media Request to Permit Coverage), and
3. Submit the forms to the judicial officer presiding over the proceedingfive court days beforethe proceeding, unless good cause is shown. You may submit your paperwork by emailing the the Executive Office atMediaRequest@alameda.courts.ca.gov. (Executive Office staff will forward the request to the department).
You may call the courtroom clerk directly to find out the judicial officer's decision on the request. Clerks' phone numbers are available on theJudicial Assignmentslist.
Request to Film or Photograph Court Facilities
Permission to film or photograph a court proceeding DOES NOT extend to hallways, empty courtrooms, or other areas of the court. Media outlets wishing to capture or record such spaces must obtain permission from the presiding judge. Email the Presiding Judge atMediaRequest@alameda.courts.ca.gov.
Exteriors.Court facilities are public spaces and media may record in front of courthouses. However, at no time may any person or thing impede an individual from entering or exiting any court building.
Other.Requests to film or photograph the detention area at the Rene C. Davidson Courthouse should be directed to theAlameda County Sheriff's Office.

Request for Interview or Comment

Submit all requests for interviews and requests for comments to Paul T. Rosynsky, Public Information Officer.
Please include information about your deadline.
Community Outreach | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
The Court oversees numerous services and programs throughout Alameda County that address the needs of parties as they navigate through the court system. From children’s waiting rooms, to Self-Help Centers for self-represented litigants, to high school mock trial programs, the Superior Court is working to build trust and confidence among the constituents we serve. The programs detailed below are examples of countywide initiatives aimed at expanding and enhancing court and community relations.

Court Outreach Programs

Click on the programs below for more information.

Annual Adoption Day Celebration

November is Adoption and Permanency Month in California, a time when the focus is on efforts to provide permanent homes for children awaiting adoption. National Adoption Day is also celebrated in November, and courts and communities all around the country hold special events and special adoption ceremonies for families. The Alameda County Superior Court is pleased to participate in these annual efforts.

Bench Speakers Bureau

The Bench Speakers Bureau increases the public's understanding and knowledge of the judicial system. The program is composed of Alameda County judges, commissioners, and court staff who speak to community, education, faith based, government agencies, and other types of organizations. By utilizing the Bench Speakers Bureau, community groups may request that judges speak to them about issues of concern to the community, as well as how the judicial system works. This is a popular program that provides the opportunity for school and community groups to meet with a judge to ask questions and learn more about the trial court system. For more information on scheduling a speaker, please contact the Court's Executive Office.

Children's Waiting Rooms

The Children’s Waiting Room is a free service for parents and guardians who have court business at the Hayward Hall of Justice. The waiting room offers a safe place for your children to remain while you conduct your business at the Court. Please see the information below for details on the services provided by the Children's Waiting Room.
More Information can be found on the Children's Waiting Rooms page.

Court Tours

Self-guided court tours are available at nearly all of the court facilities throughout Alameda County. The tours a unique opportunity to observe multiple court proceedings. Tours are available with a six-week prior appointment and on a limited basis.
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It is charged pursuant to Government Code Section 76000 and Penal Code Section 1464 of the State of California and is subject to change by the Legislature. Click here to view the current penalty assessment amount. 
Uniform Bail Schedule
Bail Refunds(PDF)
1. How do I get my bail money back?
We will mail the bail refund to the depositor (the person who deposited the money with the Court). Refunds are generated electronically and mailed out.
2. How long will it take?
We will mail the bail refunds within 30 business days after the disposition of the case, or 30 business days after the order of exoneration. If you have not received your refund after 30 days, please call the Finance office at: 510-891-6217 or 510-891-6016.
3. Who does the court mail the bail refund to?
We mail the refund check to the person who deposited the bail money (the depositor). The depositor is the person who signed the personal check, money order, or cashier’s check.
4. If my address has changed, how do I tell the court?
When you go to court, tell the Deputy, Commissioner or Clerk that your address has changed. Or, you can send a letter to the court telling them about your change of address. 

How to Appeal Your Parking Ticket

If you wish to appeal the administrative hearing decision made on your parking violation by the ticketing entity (city, county, and so forth), you have 30 days from the date of mailing of the decision to file an Appeal with the Superior Court.  Please follow the instructions provided to you by the ticketing entity. 
If you choose to appeal their decision, you must file your Appeal in the civil division of the Superior Court located at either the Rene C. Davidson Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, or at the Hayward Hall of Justice, 24405 Amador Street, Hayward.  There is a $25 fee for filing your Appeal. 

How Do I Pay My Bail or Fine?

May 1, 2017 - The Court has recently adopted a new program for individuals who are unable to pay traffic fines.
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Juror Reporting Instructions

The following information is ONLY for jurors scheduled the week of: 
May 28, 2024, through May 31, 2024

If you have already attended a Jury Service this week, either in person or online, the information below does not apply to you.
This information is for NEW jurors only.
Please refer to your group number below and follow the instructions. 
Group Numbers: 1-13
Report in person on the following, date, time, and location.
Date: 05-28-2024
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: Oakland - René C. Davidson Courthouse

Group Numbers: 14-25
Report in person on the following, date, time, and location.
Date: 05-28-2024
Time: 1:30 PM 
Location: Oakland - René C. Davidson Courthouse

Group Numbers: 26-37
News Archive | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
01/18/2017 - ATTENTION: Fax Filing service has been restored. Any filings submitted from January 14, 2017 through 4:00 p.m. on January 17, 2017, must be resubmitted. Due to the down time and high volume of incoming faxes, please expect delays. We apologize for any inconvenience and we thank you in advance for your patience.
2016
12/29/2016 - New local rules effective January 1, 2017
12/15/2016 - UPDATE: Permanent Reduction in Clerk's Office Hours Effective January 3, 2017
12/06/2016 - New law reduces penalties for juveniles with marijuana-related offenses
12/06/2016 - New law reduces criminal penalties and authorizes dismissal or resentencing of specified prior marijuana-related convictions
11/17/2016 - Notice re Payments for Delinquent Traffic Citations
11/02/2016 - Public Notice: Effective January 3, 2017 all clerk's offices in the Superior Court of Alameda County will close at 2:30 p.m., with dropbox service available from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at all filing locations.
10/21/2016 - Notice: Temporary Closure of Court Locations
10/18/2016 - New Training for the Court's Temporary Judges Program
09/27/2016 - Invitation to Comment on Proposed 2016-17 Budget
09/14/2016 - Invitation to Comment on Proposed New Local Form
09/14/2016 - The Court Adopts New, Quicker Juror Summons Post Card
08/16/2016 - Notice re Annual Budget Allocation
04/04/2016 - Family Law proceedings and Child Custody Recommending Counselor Services provided at the George E. McDonald Courthouse in Alameda are moving to the Hayward Hall of Justice. Click here for more information. The Self-Help Center, Family Law proceedings, Child Custody Recommending Counselor Services, and selected Civil proceedings have moved to the Hayward Hall of Justice.
2015
08/01/2015 - Notice re Annual Budget Allocation

2010 - 2014

2014
12/31/2014 - Court Plans to Make Budget Modifications Effective January 23, 2015
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Electronically File Court Documents with Odyssey eFileCA

Our Juvenile and Criminal Divisions are now accepting electronic filings. At this time, Motions to Set Aside Bail Forfeiture cannot be filed via this service.

Effective Monday, July 1, 2019: The Superior Court of Alameda County will implement new electronic filing fees for non-exempt filers in Criminal and Juvenile cases.
View the  press release.

Use of the site requires registration.
Odyssey eFileCA

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Step 1
On the eFile CA homepage, select the "Register" button.

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Register as Firm Account or Individual Account

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 Criminal Record Requests
 

The public may view non-confidential criminal case documents in person, or may submit a request for copies online via the Court's Public Records Web Portal for Criminal Record Requests. (To view criminal case information online, use the Odyssey Portal.)

Key Features
Electronically submit a request for criminal records for one or multiple defendants.
Request copies from a list of documents or enter the name of a different document.
Receive confirmation by email that the Criminal Division received the request.
Receive an itemized bill by email if the record is available, or receive notification that the record is unavailable if the court cannot locate the record.
Web payment available for customers with registered accounts.
Requirements
To access the system, you must provide the first and last name of the defendant and one of the following:
the docket/case number, or
the defendant's date of birth and date of arrest, or
the defendant's date of birth and date of conviction.
Liberty Recording System Disc Request Form
CRM 500 Criminal Records Request
Jury Service | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
Visit the Jury Reporting Instructions page to see if your group is required to report on the subsequent business day;
2. Check the JPORTAL website;
3. Call the Interactive Voice Response Line at (510) 879-3079.

If your group is not requested to appear the next business day, please go about your normal business, and check again after 5 p.m. for your jury reporting instructions.
Step 5. Your Day in Court
If on the day you are required to report you are ill, have a fever, are experiencing chills, shortness of breath, or are experiencing other symptoms associated with COVID-19, please do not come to court. Instead call 510-891-6031 or email: jury@alameda.courts.ca.gov to explain your condition and request a deferral of your jury service.
If directed to report, plan to attend court as a juror from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The time you are released will depend on the court's schedule. Masks are not mandatory, but you are free to wear one should you choose to do so. Please dress appropriately (shorts, tank tops or bare feet are not permissible).
Postponement or Hardship Requests
You may request to be postponed or excused for hardship by logging on to our JPORTAL  website. If your request is not allowed on JPortal, you may need to contact the jury services office for further assistance by emailing  jury@alameda.courts.ca.gov or by calling: (510) 879-3079. 
IMPORTANT: Requests are not automatically granted. Most requests may not be granted until the day of your jury service by a judge.
Students and Teachers
Full-time students and teachers can postpone their jury service and serve during school breaks.
Travel Plans?
If you have pre-paid, non-refundable vacation plans within the next 4 to 6 weeks, please postpone your service for up to 6 months.
COVID PROTOCOLS
The Court provides an optional COVID-19 Prevention Training for Jurors.
All visitors will also be required to self-screen by reviewing a health screening survey.
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 Self-Help Services
 

If you do not have an attorney, the Self-Help Center and Family Law Facilitator staff and volunteers may be able to assist you with procedural information and instruction on completing forms.

Services we offer

We help people who need legal information but don't have a lawyer. We can answer questions about your case, help you figure out which forms you need and how to fill them out, and explain different legal options. Our staff don't give legal advice (we can tell you how to do something but we can't tell you what choice you should make) and we are not your attorneys. We may refer you to a private attorney or another resource depending on your situation. Our services are free of charge.   

NOTE: We can only provide information and assistance with matters in California, and sometimes only in Alameda County. If you have a case in another state, we cannot assist you with that case.

Case types we can help with
Divorce
Click here for information on the Alameda County divorce process
Click here for information on U.S. military status and default judgments

Parentage
Local Rules & Forms | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
Title 4. Criminal and Traffic Rules 
Title 5. Family and Juvenile Rules ( español 简体中文 中国传统的 Mam Tagalog ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Tiếng Việt عربي )
Title 6. Mental Health Rules
Title 7. Probate Rules
Title 8. Appellate Rules
Index
List of Effective Dates
Appendix A. - Local Forms
Appendix B. - Attorney Fee Guidelines
Appendix C. - Conservatorship (Probate and LPS) and Guardianship Fee Guidelines for the Public Guardian, the County Counsel, and the Public Defender
COVID-19 Local Rules
Adopted to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, pursuant to the March 23, 2020, Statewide Order of the Chief Justice
Emergency Local Rule 1.2a, Emergency Rules Adopted (April 29, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 1.7a, Regarding Public Access to Court Proceedings (April 23, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 1.8a, Regarding Filings and Hearings (April 10, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 1.8b, Remote Hearings (May 21, 2020; repealed February 8, 2021)
Emergency Local Rule 1.10a, Emergency Rule for Juror Questionnaires (June 5, 2020; repealed February 8, 2021)
Emergency Amendments to LR 1.90, Emergency amendments re remote proceedings (February 8, 2021; amended April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 3.29, Regarding Appearances and Service (April 6, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 4.115, Adopting Temporary Emergency Bail Schedule (April 3, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 4.116, Requests to Set Bail Pursuant to PC1269c (May 21, 2020; repealed April 30, 2022)
Emergency Local Rule 5.26, Regarding Informal Settlement Conferences (April 20, 2020; repealed June 24, 2021)
Emergency Local Rule 5.27, Regarding Domestic Violence, Elder Abuse, Gun Violence, and Civil Harassment Restraining Orders (April 20, 2020; repealed June 24, 2021)
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Oakland - Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse Livestreams

San Leandro - Juvenile Justice Center Livestreams

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 Clerk’s Office Online Appointment Services
 

The Superior Court of Alameda County allows members of the public to schedule an appointment to visit the clerk’s office at the Hayward Hall of Justice location. Appointments may be booked for services pertaining to Civil or Family Law. Upon booking the appointment, you will be able to opt in to receive a text or email reminder and be able to check-in using your mobile device upon arrival to the clerk’s office. 
Online appointment services is currently not available in the René C. Davidson Courthouse because the Civil clerk’s office is being remodeled.  

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Verbatim records of public court proceedings (transcripts) may be purchased directly from the court reporter who reported the hearing. 

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The public may view non-confidential criminal case documents in person, or may submit a request for copies online. 

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