General Information

It is the policy of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange, to ensure that persons with disabilities have equal and full access to the judicial system.

Budget  Information

Please read the guidelines here before bringing your children to Children's Waiting Room.

Community outreach is critical to the Orange County Superior Court and its mission to administer justice.

Make appointments for Collections, Family Law, and Self-Help LJC.

View organizational information.

View court holidays.

Contracts & Procurement Unit information.

We employ over 1600 people in more than 70 different job classifications to perform a wide range of functions.

Pursuant to the California Government Code, beginning at Section 900, any individual seeking to file a claim for money or damages against the judicial branch must first file a written government claim.

The California Grand Jury is unique in its function and selection process compared to other juries, including petit and trial juries and federal grand juries.

Use your Web Browser’s Find/Search functions (Ctl-F) to find the Judge by last name or by Department number.

This section offers widely used links to court specific information for lawyers and litigants involved in a court action.

Court locations, contact information, and more.

The Media Relations Office prepares and distributes news releases, and responds to media inquiries regarding court cases and programs.

Notices, court updates, and news releases from Orange County Superior Courts.

The court maintains records dating back to 1898. However, the retention times vary by case type. Newer records may be available online.

Pursuant to Rule 2.818(b)(1)(a), an attorney may not serve as a court-appointed temporary judge: (1) If the attorney, in any type of case, is appearing on the same day in the same courthouse as an attorney or as a party.