Tehama County court records in California are available through several channels. TehamaCourt.us allows you to search for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through official online court resources, directly at the clerk's office, or at public terminals in the courthouse in Red Bluff.
Tehama Court System & Jurisdictions
California operates a unified trial court system — the Superior Court. In Tehama County, all county-level cases are heard by the Superior Court of California, County of Tehama. There are no separate District Court or Magistrate Court at the state level here; federal cases are referred to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California.
Tehama Superior Court covers a wide range of case categories:
- Criminal Cases — felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. The Criminal Division holds hearings in Red Bluff.
- Civil Cases — contract disputes, damage claims, court orders.
- Small Claims — claims up to $10,000 for individuals (up to $5,000 for entities), where parties represent themselves.
- Family Law — divorce, child custody, alimony, restraining orders.
- Probate — estate management of deceased persons, guardianship, and conservatorship.
- Traffic — traffic violation fines, ticket disputes.
Appeals from the Superior Court are directed to the Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District. The Judicial Branch of California has three levels: Superior Courts, Courts of Appeal, and the Supreme Court.
Tehama Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week, use the Online Services page on the Tehama Superior Court website — there is a link to the Court Calendar. The calendar allows you to view scheduled sessions by date and court division.
Step-by-step instructions:
- Go to the court's online services page.
- Select the "Court Calendar" section.
- Specify the desired date or date range.
- View the list of hearings with case numbers, party names, and courtroom details.
If you need information about a specific case, you can also call the clerk's office. The courthouse is located in Red Bluff — detailed information about the location and hours of operation can be found on the Judicial Branch of California website.
How to Get a Copy of a Tehama Court Document
Court case materials in California are generally public records according to California Rules of Court, rule 2.400(a). However, some categories — juvenile cases, sealed records, certain family documents — have restricted access.
Certified and Uncertified Copies
There are two types of copies:
- Uncertified Copy — a regular photocopy of a case document. Suitable for personal reference.
- Certified Copy — has an official seal and the clerk's signature. Required for submission to other institutions, immigration procedures, or legal purposes.
Ways to Obtain
- In Person — visit the Clerk's Office in the courthouse in Red Bluff. You will need the case number or party names for the search.
- By Mail — send a written request specifying the case number, document name, and type of copy (certified or uncertified). Include payment in the form of a money order or cashier's check.
- Online — check for electronic request submissions through the court's online services page.
Mailing address for the clerk's office:
To obtain Judicial Council public records or state archival court documents, you can contact the California Secretary of State.
Tehama Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in California are established according to Government Code § 70600 and following. Below are approximate rates applicable in the state's Superior Courts. The exact amount should be confirmed directly with the clerk's office, as individual fees may vary.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Record search (per name/case) | Free at public terminal; a fee may be charged for clerk-assisted search |
| Uncertified copy (per page) | $0.50 |
| Document certification fee | $25 per document |
| Copy of court judgment or order | $0.50 per page + certification fee (if needed) |
| Registry search for third parties | Depends on request scope |
Payment is accepted in person at the clerk's office. Typically, cash, money orders, and cashier's checks are available. Some courts accept credit cards — confirm when contacting. Do not send cash with mail requests.
For information on incarcerated individuals convicted in Tehama County, you can use the California Incarcerated Records & Information Search (CIRIS) system, supported by CDCR. Additional information about publicly available court records in the county can also be found on TehamaCourt.us.