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Self-Help CARE
… can file a CARE Court Petition? … Other than the Petitioner and Respondent, who else can be a party and/or file a CARE … new court system. … In CARE Court, participants get a free lawyer assigned by the Court. They work with this lawyer and a supporter they choose. Together with the San … What is CARE Court? , What happens in CARE Court?, Who can file a CARE Court Petition?, Other than the Petitioner and Respondent, who else can be a party and/or file a CARE Court Petition?, Does someone already have to be diagnosed with Schizophrenia to be eligible for CARE Court? What can CARE Court do to assist individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) other than Schizophrenia Spectrum and other Psychotic Disorders?, What mental health conditions are eligible for CARE Court?, What mental health conditions are NOT eligible for CARE Court?, How do I refer someone to CARE Court?, I filed a Petition for someone to participate in the CARE Process. What are my rights?, Someone filed a Petition for me to participate in the CARE Process. What are my rights as a Respondent?, I am a Respondent in CARE Court. How do I know who my court-appointed attorney is? What is the process for being appointed counsel?, I am a Respondent in CARE Court and a member of a tribe or Native Nation. What rights do I have?, I am a Supporter for a Respondent in CARE Court. What can I do to help the Respondent?, How long does a case in CARE Court take?, What can be included as a part of a CARE Agreement or CARE Plan?, What is CARE Court able to do for participants?, What is CARE Court NOT able to do for participants?, I am a Petitioner or Respondent in CARE Court. What if I do not speak English?, I am a Petitioner or Respondent in CARE Court. What if I have a disability and need accommodations?, Does CARE Court guarantee housing?, Can CARE Court send someone to jail?, 5150, 5250, Assertive Community Treatment, CalHHS, CARE, CARE Act, CARE Agreement, CARE Plan, CARE Plan Review Hearing, Case Management Hearing , Class, Clear and Convincing Evidence, Clinical Evaluation Review Hearing, Conservatorship, Counsel, County Behavioral Health Agency, DHCS, Dismissed with Prejudice, Dismissed without Prejudice, DPH, DSM, Full-Service Partnership, Graduation Hearing, Graduation Plan, Hearing on the Merits of the Petition, Initial Appearance, Intensive Treatment , JCC, Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Conservatorship, MHSA, One-year Status Hearing, Petitioner, Prima Facie , Progress Review Hearing, Prompt Review, Psychiatric Advance Directive, Respondent , Stabilization Medications, Status Review Hearing, Supported Decision-Making, Supporter, WIC CARE, CARE, Frequently Asked Questions, Resources, Glossary
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… 2023,January 1, 2024,January 15, 2024,February 12, 2024, and February 19, 2024 ACCESS Center San Francisco Superior … Bar Association at (415)989-1616 to be referred to a family law attorney. … A summary dissolution is a simpler way to … more information regarding local rules pertaining to family law, please review Rule 11 of the Uniform Local Rules of … How can I end my marriage and/or domestic partnership?, Who can ask for a divorce, legal separation or annulment?, What do I have to prove to get a legal separation or divorce?, What is a divorce?, What is a legal separation?, What is an annulment?, What are the requirements to file for a divorce in San Francisco? , Are there residency requirements for filing a dissolution of a domestic partnership?, Are there residency requirements for filing a dissolution of a same-sex marriage? , We are married and are also registered domestic partners. Do we have to end both in separate court cases?, Are there residency requirements for filing a legal separation? , I filed for a legal separation and now I want to file for a divorce. What do I do?, How long will a divorce take?, Why would I file a legal separation instead of a divorce? , What else should I consider before filing?, What is a summary dissolution?, What are the requirements for filing a summary dissolution? , We meet all the requirements for a summary dissolution. How do I file?, What if I want to cancel or stop a summary dissolution?, What steps do I need to take for a divorce?, Do I need to hire an attorney, or can I do this myself?, What legal information do I need to know before I complete my forms?, What is date of separation?, What kind of property do I have to list in the Petition (FL-100)?, What is separate property?, What is community property?, Are there any exceptions to community property?, What happens if we mixed our assets and/or debts from before marriage, during marriage, and/or after separation?, Do I need to list all my assets and debts even though my spouse and I have an agreement?, What forms do I need to file in San Francisco County to start my case?, Where can I get these forms?, How do I complete the forms?, Does San Francisco County have any local rule(s) I need to be aware of?, Why would I need to use a P.O. Box address?, What do I do after I’ve completed all the forms?, Where do I file my forms to start my case and how much does it cost?, How do I apply for a fee waiver?, How do I know if my fee waiver request was granted or denied?, What do I need to do after I file my forms?, What does it mean to serve my spouse?, Does the server need to do anything to show proof that my spouse was served?, What if I do not know where my spouse is and cannot find him, her or them?, What if my spouse is located outside the United States?, Do I need to wait until my divorce is finalized for the court to make orders? What if I need orders now?, I filed for a divorce, but I have changed my mind and want to cancel the case. What should I do?, I was served with divorce papers, and I agree with the requests on the Petition, do I need to do anything?, I was served with divorce papers, and I disagree with the requests on the Petition, OR I want to make my own requests, what do I do?, How do I fill out a Response?, What do I need to do after I complete my Response?, Where do I file my Response?, It’s been more than 30 days since I was served with divorce papers, can I still file a Response?, My divorce papers have been served, what do I need to do next?, What are financial disclosures?, What forms do I need to complete financial disclosures?, How do I complete financial disclosure forms?, What do I do after I completed all the financial disclosure forms?, How do I give the financial disclosure forms to my spouse or domestic partner?, What do I do after I provide the other party with my financial disclosures?, How do I finish my case and get a judgment?, There is no Response filed and we do not have a written agreement (true default case), what forms do I need to finalize my case?, There is no Response filed and we have a written agreement (default with agreement case), what forms do I need to finalize my case? , There is a Response filed and we have a written agreement (uncontested case), what forms do I need to finalize my case?, There is a Response filed but we cannot come to an agreement (contested case), what can I do?, What is the Concluding Dissolution Workshop? Divorce, Separation, & Annulment, Ending a Marriage or Domestic Partnership, Common Pitfalls When Filing Dissolution of Marriage/Domestic Partnership; Legal Separation Actions, Frequently Asked Questions
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2015-2018 News Release Archive
… , 07-02-18 Public Notice: New Trial Order for Department 206 , 05-15-18 San Francisco Superior Court Seeks Applicants … 2018 News Releases, 2017 News Releases, 2016 News Releases, 2015 News Releases 2015-2018 News Release Archive
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E-Filing Special Instructions
… page will have enough space for the court’s file-stamp. If smaller documents, such as exhibits, are grouped together … page compliance with CRC§2.100-2.111; Upload several small exhibits that are grouped together as one document, … with CRC§2.100-2.111; or Break down a large exhibit into smaller portions and upload each portion as a separate … Preparing Documents, Scanning Requirements & Recommendations, Proofs of Service, Preparing Your E-Filing and/or E-Service Transaction, E-Filing and E-Service Deadlines, Fee Waivers, Defaults, Obtaining Hearing Dates and Times, Redacted & Sealed Documents, Courtesy Copies, Court Reporter Fees, Jury Fees, Undertakings, Sanctions, Pro Hac Vice Renewal Fees, Appeals, Rejected Documents, File Stamped Copies , Self Represented Parties and Non-Parties, Miscellaneous, Questions Regarding Rejected Documents, Additional Information Re: Status of Transactions (or Documents) E-Filing Special Instructions
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Divorcio, separación y anulación
… 2023,January 1, 2024,January 15, 2024,February 12, 2024, and February 19, 2024 ACCESS Center San Francisco Superior … Bar Association at (415)989-1616 to be referred to a family law attorney. … A summary dissolution is a simpler way to … more information regarding local rules pertaining to family law, please review Rule 11 of the Uniform Local Rules of … How can I end my marriage and/or domestic partnership?, Who can ask for a divorce, legal separation or annulment?, What do I have to prove to get a legal separation or divorce?, What is a divorce?, What is a legal separation?, What is an annulment?, What are the requirements to file for a divorce in San Francisco? , Are there residency requirements for filing a dissolution of a domestic partnership?, Are there residency requirements for filing a dissolution of a same-sex marriage? , We are married and are also registered domestic partners. Do we have to end both in separate court cases?, Are there residency requirements for filing a legal separation? , I filed for a legal separation and now I want to file for a divorce. What do I do?, How long will a divorce take?, Why would I file a legal separation instead of a divorce? , What else should I consider before filing?, What is a summary dissolution?, What are the requirements for filing a summary dissolution? , We meet all the requirements for a summary dissolution. How do I file?, What if I want to cancel or stop a summary dissolution?, What steps do I need to take for a divorce?, Do I need to hire an attorney, or can I do this myself?, What legal information do I need to know before I complete my forms?, What is date of separation?, What kind of property do I have to list in the Petition (FL-100)?, What is separate property?, What is community property?, Are there any exceptions to community property?, What happens if we mixed our assets and/or debts from before marriage, during marriage, and/or after separation?, Do I need to list all my assets and debts even though my spouse and I have an agreement?, What forms do I need to file in San Francisco County to start my case?, Where can I get these forms?, How do I complete the forms?, Does San Francisco County have any local rule(s) I need to be aware of?, Why would I need to use a P.O. Box address?, What do I do after I’ve completed all the forms?, Where do I file my forms to start my case and how much does it cost?, How do I apply for a fee waiver?, How do I know if my fee waiver request was granted or denied?, What do I need to do after I file my forms?, What does it mean to serve my spouse?, Does the server need to do anything to show proof that my spouse was served?, What if I do not know where my spouse is and cannot find him, her or them?, What if my spouse is located outside the United States?, Do I need to wait until my divorce is finalized for the court to make orders? What if I need orders now?, I filed for a divorce, but I have changed my mind and want to cancel the case. What should I do?, I was served with divorce papers, and I agree with the requests on the Petition, do I need to do anything?, I was served with divorce papers, and I disagree with the requests on the Petition, OR I want to make my own requests, what do I do?, How do I fill out a Response?, What do I need to do after I complete my Response?, Where do I file my Response?, It’s been more than 30 days since I was served with divorce papers, can I still file a Response?, My divorce papers have been served, what do I need to do next?, What are financial disclosures?, What forms do I need to complete financial disclosures?, How do I complete financial disclosure forms?, What do I do after I completed all the financial disclosure forms?, How do I give the financial disclosure forms to my spouse or domestic partner?, What do I do after I provide the other party with my financial disclosures?, How do I finish my case and get a judgment?, There is no Response filed and we do not have a written agreement (true default case), what forms do I need to finalize my case?, There is no Response filed and we have a written agreement (default with agreement case), what forms do I need to finalize my case? , There is a Response filed and we have a written agreement (uncontested case), what forms do I need to finalize my case?, There is a Response filed but we cannot come to an agreement (contested case), what can I do?, What is the Concluding Dissolution Workshop? Divorcio, separación y anulación, Finalización de un matrimonio o una pareja de hecho, Errores comunes al solicitar la disolución de matrimonio/pareja de hecho; acciones de separación legal, Frequently Asked Questions
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Bail Bonds Report
Bail Bonds Report, About
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Archivo de comunicados de prensa 2015-2018
… , 07-02-18 Public Notice: New Trial Order for Department 206 , 05-15-18 San Francisco Superior Court Seeks Applicants … Comunicados de prensa de 2018, Comunicados de prensa de 2017, Comunicados de prensa de 2016, Comunicados de prensa de 2015 Archivo de comunicados de prensa 2015-2018
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ADA Accommodations
… are unable to participate in court proceedings and unable to benefit from court programs and services when … San Leandro (510) 483-0753 Deaf Persons Referrals to Law Center for the Deaf Peer Counseling Issues concerning Independent Living Coping skills Law Center for the Deaf (510) 483-0922 Deaf Persons … Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing Resources, CART Providers, ADA Coordinators, Court ADA Policy, Additional Services for Disabled Persons, Information Court Staff Can & Cannot Provide ADA Accommodations, How to Request ADA Accommodations
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Small Claims
… I bring a Family Law Case or Case that's a Bankruptcy in Small Claims? … Is There a Limit to How Much Money I Can Ask For in Small Claims Court? … I made a contract with someone solely … Why are you filing your case in San Francisco?, Where did the incident occur?, Where was the breach of contract? Where did the defendant enter the contract? Where was the contract was to be performed? , Can I sue a Federal Agency?, Can I bring a Family Law Case or Case that's a Bankruptcy in Small Claims?, Is There a Limit to How Much Money I Can Ask For in Small Claims Court?, I made a contract with someone solely online, can I sue in Small Claims Court?, Who Do I Name if I was in a Car Accident?, I am suing a business, how do I name them as a defendant?, I was injured by a product, how do I name the defendant? , My Landlord has kept my security deposit and won't return it, who do I name as a Defendant?, I am suing the City and County of San Francisco, how do I name them as a Defendant?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for a personal injury?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for breach of an oral contract?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for breach of a written contract?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for Damage to personal or real property?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for Fraud?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing a governmental or a public agency? , How do I know who to sue?, Does it matter if my lease is written or oral?, When did you give notice to vacate your place?, How did you give notice?, Did you pay the deposit to the landlord or to someone else?, Did you have a walk-through of your apartment?, If you did a walk-through, did the landlord explain the damages that he or she is charging you?, Were you given receipts for the work? , Were you given any of the deposit back?, Have you asked your landlord to return your money? , Who owns the building?, Was there a management company that accepted your rent? , During the time of your lease, did you change your rental agreement in any way? , How long does my landlord have to return my security deposit?, Do you own the car you were driving?, Does the other party own the car he or she was driving?, Where did the accident take place? , Where does the defendant live now?, When did this incident happen? , How much do you want to sue for?, What type of injury have you suffered and when did it occur? , Did you file a claim with the government agency? , If you have filed a claim with the agency, has the agency sent you a response or denial letter yet? , How can an individual determine appropriate compensation when suing a public entity?, What is the impact if a Contractor does not have a valid or current license throughout an entire project on a plaintiff's ability to recover money in a small claims case?, What are the rules for a plaintiff businesses using a fictitious name, including contractors, in relation to registration, lawsuits, and the use of the business name in the lawsuit?, Where is your employer located?, Where did you perform work?, Were you an independent contractor or an employee?, Are there additional damages if an employer fails to pay the wages of his or her employee?, Did you attempt to cash or deposit the check?, When did you try to cash or deposit the check?, Have you sent the defendant a notice pursuant to California Civil Code section 1719?, Can I ask for damages in addition to the amount of the bounced check?, How much can I ask for in damages?, How long does the person who passed a check on insufficient funds have to pay from the date the written demand was mailed to them?, What is the person liable for if they don't pay the demand within the 30 days?, Where can I find Civil Code section 1719 with a sample demand letter/notice?, Do I have to give notice before filing a Small Claim case? , What is the statute of limitations for a medical malpractice claim?, What is the statute of limitations if I'm a minor or filing on behalf of a minor?, Are there any requirements for the notice prior to filing a claim? Small Claims, Small Claims , Frequently Asked Questions
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E-Filing FAQs
… filings for all General Civil case types except : Small Claims, Civil Harassment, Name/Gender petitions, Probate … cases, Complex Litigation cases and Unlawful Detainers. … Small Claims, Initiating Unlawful Detainers, Civil … What civil cases are subject to mandatory e-filing in San Francisco Superior Court?, What cases are not subject to mandatory e-filing?, Can I file a request to waive fees & court costs electronically?, Does the December 8, 2014, implementation of Mandatory Electronic Filing in all general case types include all Probate cases?, Am I required to e-file the initial pleadings?, Are there designated hours of operation to e-file, or may I file up to midnight on the day the documents are due?, May I use any of the vendors to e-file subsequent Asbestos, Complex Litigation, Probate Trust and decedent's estate filings?, Are self-represented litigants and "non-parties" required to e-file?, What are the requirements for e-filing in the San Francisco Superior Court?, For cases already filed in the Court, will they be required to e-file all subsequent filings?, Will I receive a Court-issued notice for my pending case to indicate that I must e-file subsequent documents?, Who do I contact if I need help to register to e-file in the San Francisco Superior Court?, Do I still have to provide courtesy copies?, What is the convenience fee the court is going to charge and how is it assessed?, How do I become a Third-Party EFPS? E-Filing FAQs
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Family Court Services
… (excluding court holidays). Information about Mediation Services only: (415) 551-5060 or (415) 238-3623 Information … CA 94102 Court Clerk:(415) 551-3759 Unified Family Court Services Staff Acting Supervisor Mediator Catherine Gerace … Johnson (415) 551-5984 … Family Court Services … Overview of Family Court Services Staffing and Support … Family Court … Family Court Services, Overview of Family Court Services Staffing and Support
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Collaborative Courts
… LCSW Director, Collaborative Justice Programs Superior Court of California, County of San Francisco 400 McAllister … 551-5941 mkushnir@sftc.org San Francisco Collaborative Court Resources SF COLLABORATIVE COURT 2015-2017 Collaborative Courts Totals 2015-2020 CJC … Collaborative Courts, Our Vision
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Family Court FAQs
… What are the court procedures for cases that involve custody and visitation? … What should I bring to my court hearing? … Can I talk at the court hearing? … When are other Family Law matters heard? … How do I calendar a matter that doesn't … mornings at 10 a.m. in Departments 403 and 404. … Law and motion matters and orders to show cause may be put on the 9 … What are the court procedures for cases that involve custody and visitation?, What should I bring to my court hearing?, Can I talk at the court hearing?, When are other Family Law matters heard?, How do I calendar a matter that doesn't involve custody or visitation issues?, How do I have both custody and financial issues heard on the same day?, How do I calendar an adoption proceeding?, How do I get a copy of a transcript?, Why won't the courtroom clerk help me?, Is there help to get my papers filled out properly?, Where can I get information about child support payments?, Who can I call if I suspect child abuse?, What are the fees for filing papers?, How do I get information about guardianships? Frequently Asked Questions, Family Court FAQs
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Behavioral Health Court
… Judge Charles Crompton Hall of Justice 850 Bryant St. San Francisco, CA 94103 Department 15 Phone: (415) 551-0315 Melanie … Behavioral Health Court, Mission
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Reclamos menores
… I bring a Family Law Case or Case that's a Bankruptcy in Small Claims? … Is There a Limit to How Much Money I Can Ask For in Small Claims Court? … I made a contract with someone solely … Why are you filing your case in San Francisco?, Where did the incident occur?, Where was the breach of contract? Where did the defendant enter the contract? Where was the contract was to be performed? , Can I sue a Federal Agency?, Can I bring a Family Law Case or Case that's a Bankruptcy in Small Claims?, Is There a Limit to How Much Money I Can Ask For in Small Claims Court?, I made a contract with someone solely online, can I sue in Small Claims Court?, Who Do I Name if I was in a Car Accident?, I am suing a business, how do I name them as a defendant?, I was injured by a product, how do I name the defendant? , My Landlord has kept my security deposit and won't return it, who do I name as a Defendant?, I am suing the City and County of San Francisco, how do I name them as a Defendant?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for a personal injury?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for breach of an oral contract?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for breach of a written contract?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for Damage to personal or real property?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing for Fraud?, What is the statute of limitations if I am suing a governmental or a public agency? , How do I know who to sue?, Does it matter if my lease is written or oral?, When did you give notice to vacate your place?, How did you give notice?, Did you pay the deposit to the landlord or to someone else?, Did you have a walk-through of your apartment?, If you did a walk-through, did the landlord explain the damages that he or she is charging you?, Were you given receipts for the work? , Were you given any of the deposit back?, Have you asked your landlord to return your money? , Who owns the building?, Was there a management company that accepted your rent? , During the time of your lease, did you change your rental agreement in any way? , How long does my landlord have to return my security deposit?, Do you own the car you were driving?, Does the other party own the car he or she was driving?, Where did the accident take place? , Where does the defendant live now?, When did this incident happen? , How much do you want to sue for?, What type of injury have you suffered and when did it occur? , Did you file a claim with the government agency? , If you have filed a claim with the agency, has the agency sent you a response or denial letter yet? , How can an individual determine appropriate compensation when suing a public entity?, What is the impact if a Contractor does not have a valid or current license throughout an entire project on a plaintiff's ability to recover money in a small claims case?, What are the rules for a plaintiff businesses using a fictitious name, including contractors, in relation to registration, lawsuits, and the use of the business name in the lawsuit?, Where is your employer located?, Where did you perform work?, Were you an independent contractor or an employee?, Are there additional damages if an employer fails to pay the wages of his or her employee?, Did you attempt to cash or deposit the check?, When did you try to cash or deposit the check?, Have you sent the defendant a notice pursuant to California Civil Code section 1719?, Can I ask for damages in addition to the amount of the bounced check?, How much can I ask for in damages?, How long does the person who passed a check on insufficient funds have to pay from the date the written demand was mailed to them?, What is the person liable for if they don't pay the demand within the 30 days?, Where can I find Civil Code section 1719 with a sample demand letter/notice?, Do I have to give notice before filing a Small Claim case? , What is the statute of limitations for a medical malpractice claim?, What is the statute of limitations if I'm a minor or filing on behalf of a minor?, Are there any requirements for the notice prior to filing a claim? Reclamos menores, Reclamos menores , Frequently Asked Questions
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Divisions
… Division … Civil … Civil Grand Jury … Collaborative Courts … Court Reporters … Criminal … FRGP (Firearms Relinquishment) … … Probate … Small Claims … Traffic … Unified Family Court … Divisions … These guidelines apply to appeals from a … Appellate Division, Civil, Civil Grand Jury, Collaborative Courts, Court Reporters, Criminal, FRGP (Firearms Relinquishment), Interpreter Division, Jury Services, Probate, Small Claims, Traffic, Unified Family Court Divisions
