Long Beach Court Records
Court records for Long Beach are managed by the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Long Beach is the second largest city in LA County with roughly 467,000 residents. The Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse at 275 Magnolia Avenue handles local cases. All civil, criminal, family law, and small claims cases go through the county court system. You can search Long Beach court records online or visit the courthouse to view case files in person.
Long Beach Court Records Quick Facts
Where Long Beach Court Cases Are Filed
Long Beach has its own courthouse within the LA County Superior Court system. The Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse at 275 Magnolia Avenue in Long Beach handles criminal, civil, family law, and small claims cases for the area. The city clerk office at 411 West Ocean Boulevard handles city business but not court filings. All court matters go through the county system at the Deukmejian Courthouse.
The courthouse also has a self-help center at 275 Magnolia Avenue, Room 3101. Staff there can help with forms, basic legal questions, and finding court records. This is free for everyone. The Long Beach courthouse is one of the busier branch locations in the LA County system given the size of the city. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours, which run from 8:30 AM to 4:10 PM Monday through Friday.
| Long Beach Courthouse | Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse 275 Magnolia Avenue Long Beach, CA 90802 |
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| Self-Help Center | 275 Magnolia Ave, Room 3101 |
| City Clerk | 411 W. Ocean Blvd (562) 570-6101 |
Search Long Beach Court Records Online
The LA County Superior Court has online search tools that cover all courthouses, including Long Beach. The civil case index lets you search by name for cases in civil, small claims, family law, and probate. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. The system goes back to 1983 for unlimited civil and family law cases. Limited civil starts at 1991 and small claims from 1992.
The Long Beach city website provides resources for residents navigating the court system.
The city of Long Beach connects residents to court and legal resources through its website.
The criminal case summary tool shows status, hearing dates, and register of actions for criminal cases filed in Long Beach and elsewhere in LA County. California Rules of Court limit remote access to criminal and family law documents. You can see the case index online, but full documents require visiting the Deukmejian Courthouse. Civil records have the fewest access restrictions.
The system updates daily. New filings may take a day to show up.
Court Records Fees in Long Beach
Long Beach follows the LA County fee schedule. Copies are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $40.00 per document. Clerk searches taking more than 10 minutes cost $15.00. Guest online searches are $4.75. Registered accounts get lower rates for high-volume searches.
Certified dissolution judgments cost $15.00. Exemplification of a record is $50.00. In-person viewing at the Long Beach courthouse is free. You only pay for copies and certifications. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify based on income. Ask the courthouse clerk for form FW-001 to apply for a fee waiver on Long Beach court records costs.
Legal Help for Long Beach Residents
The Long Beach Courthouse Self-Help Center at 275 Magnolia Avenue, Room 3101, offers free help with forms and court procedures. No appointment is needed. Staff can help you find court records and understand the steps involved in your case.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles provides free legal services to low-income residents. Call (800) 399-4529 to check eligibility. They cover family law, housing, and consumer cases. The California Courts Self-Help Center has online guides for all case types. The LA Superior Court self-help website has resources specific to the LA County court system.
The Long Beach Bar Association also offers a lawyer referral service for those who want private legal help with their court matters.
Types of Long Beach Court Records
The LA County Superior Court maintains all types of records for Long Beach cases. Civil records include lawsuits, evictions, and debt collection. Criminal records from the Deukmejian Courthouse cover felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses. Family law records handle divorce, custody, and support orders. Probate covers wills, estates, and guardianships. Small claims cases resolve disputes under the dollar limit.
Public access depends on the case type. Civil records are the most accessible online and in person. Criminal case documents have restrictions on remote viewing. Family law documents can only be seen at a courthouse terminal. Juvenile records are confidential. Most Long Beach court records are public, though, and available to anyone who asks.
- Civil unlimited judgments are kept permanently
- Felony records stay on file for 75 years
- Family law cases are retained 30 years
- Adoption and name change records are permanent
- Small claims kept 10 years
Los Angeles County Court Records
Long Beach is in Los Angeles County. All court filings go through the LA County Superior Court, the largest trial court in the nation. For full details on all courthouse locations, online portals, and fee schedules, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are also served by the Los Angeles County Superior Court or nearby county courts.