Civil Division

Civil Court

• Document Authentication by Clerk Instructions
• How To Get Court File Copies
• Small Claims Rights Video

Civil Court Processes

• Appeals
• Civil Harassment
• Gender Change
• Name Change
• Small Claims
• Unlawful Detainer/Evictions

Court Reporters

The San Luis Obispo Superior Court does not provide court reporters in civil matters. If you want your matter reported, you must hire a court reporter privately. Call (805) 788-3454 and request a list of private reporters.

Tentative Rulings

• Current Rulings

Standing Case Management Orders

• D2 - Judge van Rooyen
• D4 - Judge Coates
• P2 - Judge Kelley

Alternative Dispute Resolution

• About Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Mediators and Arbitrators - SLO Bar Association 

Fee Schedules

• Statewide Schedule
• Rules of Court