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The Complete Guide to the Riverside Family Court

50+ Years’ Combined Experience Guiding Families Through Court

The San Bernardino divorce lawyers at the Law Office of Michael R. Young want spouses and families to be prepared for their experience in court. It’s a nerve-wracking thing to face a judge for any reason—the decisions made in a courtroom have the ability to affect your life for years to come. We are here to help you feel at ease about your time at the court, which is why we’ve created this guide.

Our guide answers the following questions:

  • Where is the court located?
  • What types of cases are handled at court?
  • What services are provided?
  • What is child custody-recommended counseling?
  • What should I wear? 
  • How should I behave?
  • What are the filing procedures?
  • What items are prohibited at court?

Where Is the Family Courthouse Located?

The Riverside Family Courthouse is located at:

  • 4175 Main Street
  • Riverside, CA 92501.

The Courthouse is open from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding court holidays. Metered street parking is available around the Courthouse, at $0.25 per 10 minutes, up to 4 hours max.

There are pay-parking structures available at:

  • 3535 12th Street
  • 4090 Lemon Street
  • 3964 Orange Street 

Be sure to arrive at least 30-45 minutes prior to your court appearance, as the security line can be time-consuming. Avoid bringing heavy bags, as this tends to create delays in security. Your attorney will arrange a location to meet after the security check, usually in front of the designated courtroom. 

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What Are the Filing Procedures?

Forms are to be completed either typewritten or neatly printed in either blue or black ink. In addition to the original copies, two additional copies should be made for each court filing. The court is able to make copies at a cost of $0.50 cents per page. When filing the forms, the original and copies will be filed with the clerk. The clerk will process the forms, keep the originals and give back the copies. From there, you will keep one copy and provide the other to the opposite party. A detailed list of the filing procedures for Riverside and San Bernardino family courts can be found on the court website.

Prohibited Items at the Family Courthouse:

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