El Monte Court Records
Court records for El Monte are filed at the Los Angeles County Superior Court. El Monte has about 114,000 residents and is in the San Gabriel Valley area of Los Angeles County. The El Monte Courthouse handles many local cases. All civil, criminal, family, and small claims cases go through the county court system. You can use the LA County online search tools or visit a courthouse in person to access court records from El Monte.
El Monte Court Records Quick Facts
Where El Monte Court Records Are Filed
El Monte is in Los Angeles County. The LA County Superior Court handles all court cases for the city. The El Monte Courthouse at 11234 East Valley Boulevard is the local court facility. It handles criminal and traffic cases from the area. This is one of over 30 court locations in the LA County system.
Civil lawsuits from El Monte often file at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse at 111 North Hill Street in downtown Los Angeles. Family law cases may go to different branches depending on the district. The West Covina Courthouse at 1427 West Covina Parkway is another nearby facility that handles cases from the San Gabriel Valley. Which courthouse gets your case depends on the case type and location rules set by the court.
Note: Not all case types are handled at the El Monte Courthouse. Check with the clerk's office to find where a specific case is filed.
| El Monte Courthouse | 11234 East Valley Boulevard El Monte, CA 91731 |
|---|---|
| Main Civil Court | Stanley Mosk Courthouse 111 N. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:10 PM |
Search El Monte Court Records Online
The LA Superior Court has online search tools covering El Monte cases. The civil case index lets you search by name for civil, small claims, family law, and probate cases. Guest searches cost $4.75 each. The system covers cases going back to 1983 for unlimited civil and family law.
For criminal cases, the criminal case summary tool shows case status and hearing dates. Full criminal documents need a courthouse visit under California Rule 2.503. Civil records have more online access than other case types. Family law documents are restricted to courthouse-only viewing as well.
The California Live Scan locations database shown above helps you find fingerprinting sites near El Monte. Live Scan is used for background checks and to request your own criminal history from the Department of Justice.
Court Record Fees in El Monte
Los Angeles County uses the statewide fee schedule. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00 per document. Clerk searches that take more than 10 minutes cost $15.00. These fees apply at every courthouse in the county.
Online search fees are separate from copy costs. Guest users pay $4.75 per name search on the civil case index. Registered accounts get lower rates starting at $1.00 for the first 10 searches. Fee waivers are available for people who cannot afford the costs. A judge reviews your income and decides whether to waive fees for El Monte court cases.
Legal Help in El Monte
The LA Superior Court self-help center at Stanley Mosk Courthouse provides free help with forms, court procedures, and finding records. Room 426, 4th floor. Phone: (213) 830-0845. It is open to everyone.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles gives free legal help to low-income residents. Call (800) 399-4529 to check eligibility. They cover civil, family law, and housing cases. The California Courts Self-Help Center has online guides for all case types. Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County also serves the San Gabriel Valley area where El Monte is located. They help with housing, employment, and family law matters.
The Los Angeles County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service for people who need a private attorney near El Monte. A first consultation is usually a low flat rate.
Types of Court Records in El Monte
The LA County Superior Court keeps records for all case types filed in the system. Civil records cover lawsuits, evictions, and money disputes. Criminal records include felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. Family law has divorce, custody, and support orders. Probate deals with wills, estates, and conservatorships. Small claims cases have their own records.
Most records from El Monte cases are public. Juvenile records are confidential. Mental health proceedings are private. Sealed cases need a court order. The court keeps civil files for 10 years, family law for 30 years, and felony records for 75 years. Adoption and name change records stay on file permanently.
Los Angeles County Court Records
El Monte is in Los Angeles County. All court filings go through the LA County Superior Court. The county system has more than 30 courthouse locations and handles millions of cases per year. For full details on the county court system, online portals, fees, and resources, visit the Los Angeles County court records page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are also in Los Angeles County. Court records for each go through the LA County Superior Court.