Search Glendale Court Records
Court records in Glendale are kept by the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Glendale has about 196,000 people and sits just north of downtown Los Angeles. The Glendale Courthouse at 600 East Broadway handles local cases. All civil, criminal, family law, and traffic matters go through the LA County court system. You can search court records online through the county portal or visit the Glendale courthouse to view files. This page explains how to find records for cases filed in Glendale.
Glendale Court Records Quick Facts
Where Glendale Court Cases Are Filed
Glendale has its own courthouse within the LA County Superior Court system. The Glendale Courthouse at 600 East Broadway handles criminal, traffic, and some civil matters for the area. Family law cases and certain civil cases may go to the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown LA or the Pasadena courthouse depending on the case type. The LA Superior Court website has a tool to help you find which location holds a specific case.
Having a local courthouse is a big advantage for Glendale residents. You can walk in during business hours, check on your case, and request copies of court records. The clerk's office staff can tell you which branch handles your particular case if it is not at the Glendale location. The courthouse also has a self-help center for people who need guidance on forms and procedures.
| Glendale Courthouse | 600 East Broadway Glendale, CA 91206 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:10 PM |
| LA Court Email | onlineServices@lacourt.org |
Search Glendale Records Online
The LA County Superior Court has online tools for searching court records. The civil case index lets you search by name across civil, small claims, family law, and probate cases. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. The system covers unlimited civil and family law cases from 1983 forward. Limited civil cases start at 1991 and small claims from 1992.
The LA County civil case search tool is the primary way to look up Glendale court records from home.
Search results show case numbers, filing dates, and case status for Glendale cases.
For criminal cases, the criminal case summary tool shows case status and hearing dates. Full criminal case documents are restricted from remote access under California Rules of Court. Family law documents also have remote viewing limits. Civil case records tend to have the most data available online. The system updates daily, so brand new filings may take a day to appear.
Court Records Fees in Glendale
Glendale follows the same fee schedule as all LA County courthouses. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00. Record searches that take over 10 minutes cost $15.00. Online name searches cost $4.75 per search for guest users. Registered users who do more searches get lower rates starting at $1.00 for the first 10.
Fee waivers are available for people who meet income guidelines. Ask the clerk at the Glendale courthouse for form FW-001. A judge will review your income and decide whether to waive the fees. This applies to both filing fees and records fees.
Legal Help for Glendale Residents
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles provides free legal services to low-income residents. Call (800) 399-4529 to check eligibility. They handle family law, housing, and consumer cases across LA County. Staff can help you navigate court records and understand your legal options.
The Glendale courthouse has a self-help center where you can get forms, ask questions, and get guidance on filing. The California Courts Self-Help Center offers online guides for common court procedures. For finding a private lawyer, the Los Angeles County Bar Association has a referral service that matches you with attorneys who handle your type of case.
The LA Superior Court self-help website also has resources specific to the LA County court system that apply to all Glendale cases.
Types of Glendale Court Records
The LA County Superior Court keeps records for all case types filed in Glendale. Civil records cover lawsuits, landlord-tenant disputes, and contract claims. Criminal records include felony and misdemeanor cases from the Glendale courthouse. Family law records handle divorce, custody, and support orders. Probate deals with wills, estates, and guardianships. Small claims and traffic cases each create their own records.
Access rules vary. Civil records are the most open, with the most data available both online and at the courthouse. Criminal and family law documents have limits on remote access. Juvenile records are always confidential. Sealed records need a court order to view. Most Glendale court records, however, are public and anyone can request to see them.
- Civil unlimited judgments are kept permanently
- Felony records are retained for 75 years
- Family law files are kept for 30 years
- Small claims cases are retained for 10 years
Los Angeles County Court Records
Glendale is in Los Angeles County. All court filings go through the LA County Superior Court, which is the largest trial court in the country. For full details on all courthouse locations, search portals, and fee schedules, visit the county page.
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