Moreno Valley Court Records
Court records for Moreno Valley are kept by the Riverside County Superior Court. Moreno Valley has about 212,000 residents and sits east of the city of Riverside. The Moreno Valley courthouse on Alessandro Boulevard handles local cases. All civil, criminal, family law, and traffic matters go through the county court system. This page explains how to search for and access court records tied to Moreno Valley cases online and at the courthouse.
Moreno Valley Court Records Quick Facts
Where Moreno Valley Cases Are Filed
Moreno Valley has a courthouse within the Riverside County Superior Court system. The Moreno Valley courthouse handles criminal, traffic, and some civil matters for the area. The Riverside Historic Courthouse at 4050 Main Street in Riverside also serves Moreno Valley for certain case types. Family law and major civil cases may route to the Riverside location depending on the filing.
Having a local courthouse means Moreno Valley residents can handle many court matters close to home. The clerk's office at the Moreno Valley location can help with case lookups, copies, and filing paperwork. For cases that are at the Riverside courthouse, you will need to go there instead. Call (951) 777-3147 to find out which location holds your case file.
| Moreno Valley Courthouse | Moreno Valley Courthouse 13800 Heacock Street Moreno Valley, CA 92553 |
|---|---|
| Riverside Courthouse | 4050 Main Street Riverside, CA 92501 |
| Court Phone | (951) 777-3147 |
Search Moreno Valley Records Online
The Riverside County Superior Court runs an online public access portal for court record searches. You can search by party name or case number. The portal covers civil, criminal, family, and other case types. It shows case indexes, scheduled hearings, and registers of action for all Riverside County courthouses, including Moreno Valley.
The Riverside County portal below is the main tool for looking up Moreno Valley court records from home.
The California DOJ Live Scan system is also used for criminal background checks related to court records.
Under California Rules of Court, family law documents and criminal case filings have limits on remote access. The online portal shows basic case data for these types but not full documents. You need to visit the courthouse to see complete files for restricted case types. Civil records have fewer limits and more data shows online. The court purges old records under Government Code Section 68152.
Court Records Fees in Moreno Valley
Riverside County follows the statewide fee schedule. Name searches cost $15.00 per name. Copies are $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00 per document. A certified divorce decree costs $15.00. Off-site file retrieval is $30.00. Exemplification costs $50.00.
In-person file viewing is free at the Moreno Valley courthouse. You only pay for copies, certifications, or special retrieval. If a record has been moved to off-site storage, the $30 retrieval fee applies and there may be a wait time. Fee waivers are available for people who meet income requirements. Ask the clerk for a fee waiver application form at any Riverside County courthouse.
Legal Help for Moreno Valley Residents
Inland Counties Legal Services offers free legal help to low-income residents in Riverside County. Call (888) 245-4257 for intake. They handle family law, housing, and consumer cases. Staff can help you understand court records and figure out your next steps.
The Riverside County Superior Court has self-help centers at its courthouse locations. You can get forms, ask basic legal questions, and get help with filing. The California Courts Self-Help Center has online guides for common case types that apply to Moreno Valley cases. California Rural Legal Assistance at (800) 337-0690 also serves parts of Riverside County.
Types of Moreno Valley Court Records
Riverside County Superior Court keeps all types of court records. Civil records cover lawsuits, evictions, and contract disputes. Criminal records include felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions from the Moreno Valley courthouse. Family law records deal with divorce, custody, and support orders. Probate handles wills, estates, and guardianships. Small claims and traffic each create their own records.
Most records are public. Anyone can request to see them. Civil records are the most open. Criminal and family law documents have remote access restrictions. Juvenile records are confidential by law. Sealed records need a court order. For Moreno Valley cases, access rules are the same as for all Riverside County locations.
- Civil cases are kept for 10 years
- Felony records retained 75 years
- Family law files kept 30 years
- Adoption records are permanent
- Name change records are permanent
Riverside County Court Records
Moreno Valley is in Riverside County. All court filings go through the Riverside County Superior Court. For full details on all courthouse locations, the online portal, and fee schedules, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
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