Inglewood Records Search
Court records for Inglewood are managed by the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Inglewood has about 108,000 residents and is located southwest of downtown Los Angeles. The Inglewood Courthouse at One Regent Street handles local criminal and traffic cases. Civil and family law matters may go to other LA County court branches. This page explains how to find and access court records for cases in Inglewood through online portals and in-person visits.
Inglewood Court Records Quick Facts
Where Inglewood Cases Are Filed
The Inglewood Courthouse at One Regent Street handles criminal and traffic cases for the local area. It is part of the larger LA County Superior Court system. Civil lawsuits and family law matters from Inglewood typically file at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown LA or at other branch locations depending on the case type. The LA Superior Court has over 30 courthouses across the county, and the system routes cases to the appropriate branch.
If you are looking for a specific court record from Inglewood, start by checking with the Inglewood Courthouse for criminal and traffic matters. For civil and family law records, the Stanley Mosk Courthouse is the main location. You can also call the LA Superior Court main line or use their website to find which courthouse holds a particular case file.
Walk-ins can view files during business hours. Copies cost extra.
| Inglewood Courthouse | One Regent Street Inglewood, CA 90301 |
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| Stanley Mosk Courthouse | 111 N. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
| LA Court Email | onlineServices@lacourt.org |
Search Inglewood Court Records Online
The LA County Superior Court provides online case search tools. The civil case index lets you search civil, small claims, family law, and probate cases by party name. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. The database covers unlimited civil and family law from 1983, limited civil from 1991, and small claims from 1992.
The LA County self-help portal offers resources for Inglewood residents navigating the court system.
This online tool covers forms, guides, and resources for all LA County court matters including Inglewood.
The criminal case summary tool shows status, hearing dates, and register of actions for criminal cases. Full criminal documents are restricted from remote access under state rules. Family law documents also have remote viewing limits. The system updates once per day, so new filings may not appear right away.
Court Records Fees in Inglewood
Inglewood uses the LA County fee schedule. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00 per document. Clerk search fees are $15.00 for searches over 10 minutes. Online searches cost $4.75 per name search for guest users. Registered users get lower rates for bulk searches.
Fee waivers are available if you meet income guidelines. You can ask at the Inglewood Courthouse or any LA County courthouse for form FW-001. A judge reviews the request and decides whether to reduce or waive the fees. This covers both filing fees and records access fees for Inglewood court cases.
Certified dissolution judgments cost $15.00. Exemplification costs $50.00.
Legal Help for Inglewood Residents
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles gives free legal help to low-income residents in LA County. Call (800) 399-4529 to check if you qualify. They cover civil, family law, and housing cases. Staff can help you find court records and understand the legal process.
The LA Superior Court self-help center has online resources specific to LA County courts. In-person self-help is available at several courthouse locations. The California Courts Self-Help Center offers statewide guides that apply to Inglewood cases. For private lawyers, the LA County Bar Association runs a referral service.
Types of Inglewood Court Records
All case types create court records in the LA County system. Civil records include lawsuits, evictions, and debt cases. Criminal records from the Inglewood Courthouse cover felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses. Family law records handle divorce, custody, and restraining orders. Probate records cover estates and guardianships. Small claims cases resolve minor disputes.
Most records are public. Civil cases are the most open. Criminal and family law documents have remote access limits. Juvenile records are confidential. Sealed records require a court order. If a case was heard at the Inglewood Courthouse, the criminal and traffic records are there. Civil and family records may be at a different LA County branch.
- Civil unlimited judgments are kept permanently
- Felony records are retained 75 years
- Family law cases kept 30 years
- Adoption records are permanent
- Traffic infractions kept 3 to 5 years
Los Angeles County Court Records
Inglewood is in Los Angeles County. All court filings go through the LA County Superior Court. For full details on courthouse locations, online portals, and fee schedules, visit the county page.
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