Search Murrieta Court Records
Court records for Murrieta are filed at the Riverside County Superior Court. Murrieta has about 113,000 residents in the southwestern part of Riverside County. The Southwest Justice Center on Auld Road in Murrieta is the local courthouse serving the area. All civil, criminal, family law, and small claims matters go through the county court system. This page explains how to search for and access court records for Murrieta cases.
Murrieta Court Records Quick Facts
Where Murrieta Court Cases Are Filed
Murrieta has a courthouse right in the city. The Southwest Justice Center at 30755-D Auld Road handles civil, criminal, family law, and traffic cases for the southwestern part of Riverside County. This serves Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, and surrounding communities. Having a local courthouse means Murrieta residents can handle most court business without a long drive to Riverside.
Some cases may still route to the Riverside Historic Courthouse at 4050 Main Street depending on the case type or when it was filed. Older cases that pre-date the Southwest Justice Center may have records at the Riverside location. The clerk at the Southwest Justice Center can check where your case file is stored and help with copies and questions.
Walk-ins are welcome. Hours are Monday through Friday.
| Southwest Justice Center | 30755-D Auld Road Murrieta, CA 92563 |
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| Riverside Courthouse | 4050 Main Street Riverside, CA 92501 |
| Court Phone | (951) 777-3147 |
Search Murrieta Records Online
The Riverside County Superior Court has an online public access portal for searching case records. Enter a party name or case number to find case data. The portal covers all case types and courthouse locations in Riverside County, including the Southwest Justice Center in Murrieta. You can see case indexes, hearing dates, and registers of action.
The DOJ criminal records portal provides a separate path for checking personal criminal history.
For personal criminal record reviews, the DOJ charges $25 through Live Scan fingerprinting.
Remote access has limits. Under California Rules of Court, family law documents and criminal case filings are restricted from online viewing. The portal shows the case index and calendar, but full documents for restricted types must be seen at the courthouse. Civil records have fewer limits online. The court purges older records on a schedule set by Government Code Section 68152, so very old cases may not be available.
Court Records Fees in Murrieta
Riverside County uses the statewide fee schedule. Name search fees are $15.00 per name. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00. Certified copies of divorce decrees cost $15.00. Off-site retrieval is $30.00 for records moved to storage. Exemplification costs $50.00.
Viewing files in person at the Southwest Justice Center is free. You only pay when copies or certifications are needed. If a record has been moved off-site, the retrieval fee applies and it may take extra time. Fee waivers are available for qualifying individuals. Ask the clerk at the Murrieta courthouse for the application form.
Legal Help for Murrieta Residents
Inland Counties Legal Services provides free legal help to low-income Riverside County residents. Call (888) 245-4257 for information. They cover family law, housing, and consumer cases. They can help you understand court records and navigate the court system.
The Southwest Justice Center has a self-help center where you can get forms, ask questions, and receive guidance on court procedures. The California Courts Self-Help Center offers online guides for all common case types. California Rural Legal Assistance at (800) 337-0690 also serves parts of Riverside County including areas near Murrieta.
The Riverside County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service for those who want to hire a private attorney.
Types of Murrieta Court Records
The Riverside County Superior Court keeps records for all case types. Civil records cover lawsuits, evictions, and contract disputes. Criminal records include felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions from the Southwest Justice Center. Family law handles divorce, custody, and support orders. Probate deals with wills and estates. Small claims cases resolve disputes under the jurisdictional cap. Traffic cases also create court records.
Most records are public. Civil cases are the most accessible. Criminal and family law documents have restrictions on remote viewing. Juvenile records are confidential. Sealed records need a court order. The same access rules apply at the Murrieta courthouse as at any other Riverside County location.
- Civil unlimited cases kept 10 years
- Felony records retained 75 years
- Family law cases kept 30 years
- Adoption and parentage records are permanent
Riverside County Court Records
Murrieta is in Riverside County. All court filings go through the Riverside County Superior Court. For full details on courthouse locations, the online portal, and fee schedules, visit the county page.
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