Calaveras Superior Court Document Filing Requirements

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Applies to

Remote appearance notice

A non-moving party intending to appear remotely must file Form RA-010 by 3:00 p.m. at least two court days before the hearing.

If a non-moving party intends to appear remotely, the non-moving party also must provide notice by filing Judicial Council form Notice of Remote Appearance (Form RA-010) by 3:00 p.m. at least two (2) court days prior to the hearing.

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Applies to

Petition for grandparent visitation

The petition must describe the relationship, explain why visitation is in the children’s best interests, and include supporting facts.

4. Describe the relationship between the child(ren) and the grandparent(s), explain why visitation is in the child(ren)'s best interest, and include all facts supporting the requested visitation orders below:

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Applies to

Civil application for return receipt for exhibits

The Civil Application for Return/Receipt for Exhibits is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Application for Return/Receipt for Exhibits (Civil) – (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

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Applies to

Proof of notice

The attorney must provide the court evidence that the notice was given or mailed within 10 days after the court requests it.

Evidence that a copy of said notice was given or mailed to the client shall be provided to the court within 10 days of a request therefore from the court.

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Petition to withdraw funds

A request to withdraw funds deposited for a minor before majority or for an incompetent person is allowed only on a verified petition and subject to the listed requirements.

Requests for withdrawal of funds deposited for minors prior to the age of majority and/or incompetent persons will be allowed only upon a verified petition, and subject to the following:

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Applies to

Settlement conference statement

A new Income and Expense Declaration must be prepared and filed with the settlement conference statement if the existing declaration is more than three months old or significant changes have occurred.

If a party's Income and Expense Declaration is more than three months old, or if there have been significant changes since filing the last Income and Expense Declaration, a new Income and Expense Declaration must be prepared and filed with this document.

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Complaint response

An attorney given notice of a complaint on reasonable-cause grounds must respond in writing.

If the court determines that the complaint presents reasonable cause to believe that the attorney may have failed to act competently or has violated local rules, the court shall notify the attorney in question of the complaint and shall give the attorney 20 days from the date of the notice to respond to the complaint in writing.

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Applies to

Application for immediate hearing

The Application for Immediate Hearing is listed as a mandatory local form.

Application for Immediate Hearing (Eff. 1/1/08) – Mandatory

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Applies to

Application for immediate court hearing and order

The application includes a declaration under penalty of perjury that its contents are true and correct.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

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Applies to

Trial exhibits

The appellant must obtain and provide directly to the Court of Appeals any trial exhibits that are no longer in the trial court's possession because they were returned.

For trial exhibits which are not in the court’s possession as they were ordered returned, the appellant is responsible for obtaining and providing the exhibits directly to the Court of Appeals.

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Applies to

Commissioner objection

An objection to having the matter heard by a commissioner must be in writing.

Unlawful Detainer trials will be conducted on Tuesdays, at 1:30 p.m. in Department 4 by a commissioner unless a written objection to having the matter heard by a commissioner is filed at least five (5) court days prior to the scheduled trial.

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Applies to

Gvro petition

Supporting facts establishing the grounds of a GVRO petition must be submitted for review on approved California Judicial Council Form GV-100.

Facts in support of the request that establish the grounds of the petition must be submitted for review on the approved California Judicial Council Form #GV-100.

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Applies to

Request for authorization of additional expert fees

The request for authorization of additional expert fees shall include a declaration stating: (1) the number and nature of the requesting party’s

The request for authorization of additional expert fees shall include a declaration stating: (1) the number and nature of the requesting party’s

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Applies to

Media coverage request

A person seeking media coverage must submit forms MC-500 and MC-510 for judicial approval, with MC-500 specifying the coverage estimate, equipment placement, and dissemination method.

(f) Written Media Requests Required: Persons requesting media coverage of any type, including pool cameras, must complete and submit for judicial approval Judicial Council form Media Request to Photograph, Record, or Broadcast (MC-500), specifying: 1) the time estimate for coverage; 2) the proposed placement of cameras, microphones and other equipment; and 3) whether the coverage will be disseminated live or recorded for future dissemination, and Judicial Council form Order on Media Request to Permit Coverage (MC-510).

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Applies to

Extension request

Must include

proposed order

An extension request must include a separate declaration providing good cause and a proposed order.

A party may file a request for an extension of time to comply with the briefing schedule with the Presiding Judge of the Appellate Department. Such request shall include a separate declaration providing good cause for the extension of time and a proposed order. The request shall be filed prior to the expiration of the applicable filing deadline.

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Applies to

Proposed order

A party seeking to seal a record must submit a proposed order that contains no confidential information because it will be filed publicly.

The party requesting a record be sealed must submit a proposed order containing no confidential information as this order will be filed in the public portion of the file.

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Applies to

Default judgment by affidavit request

For a default judgment requested by affidavit under Code of Civil Procedure §585(d), submit the request and accompanying declarations to the clerk.

If a default judgment is requested by affidavit pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure §585(d), the request and accompanying declarations shall be submitted to the clerk.

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Applies to

Electronic recording request

In misdemeanor and civil limited jurisdiction proceedings, an electronic recording is the official record only if the Court orders it, and a supervisor must verify that the order exists.

*An Electronic Recording is only the Official Record in misdemeanor and civil limited jurisdiction proceedings if ordered by the Court [Local Rule 2.7(c).] Verification by a supervisor is required. This is to verify that a court order exists declaring the electronic recording as the official record

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Applies to

Notice of child interest

Minor’s counsel must notify the court of the right or interest that may need protection or pursuit in another forum.

If counsel for the minor becomes aware that the minor may have a right or interest which needs to be protected or pursued in another judicial or administrative forum, counsel for the minor shall notify the court of such right or interest as soon as it is reasonably possible for counsel to do so.

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Applies to

Immediate hearing application

The application must state whether prior applications for the same or similar relief were made and explain them if so.

7. I  have  have not made prior applications for the same or similar relief. If you have, explain:

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Notice to appear citation

The citation must sufficiently describe the alleged violation and include a statutory reference.

3. Sufficient description of the alleged violation with statutory reference;

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Applies to

Te gvro or gvro order

When an ex parte TE-GVRO or GVRO is ordered, the court fills in the hearing date and time.

If an ex parte TE-GVRO or GVRO is ordered, the court will fill in a date and time for the court hearing and the requesting party must have the TE-GVRO or GVRO served as required by applicable law.

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Applies to

Law and motion notice

Notices for the Law & Motion calendar must include the specified tentative-ruling language; omission may be a basis to deny the motion.

All matters noticed for the Law & Motion calendar shall include the following language in the notice: Pursuant to Local Rule 3.3.7, the Court will make a tentative ruling on the merits of this matter by 2:00 p.m. the court day before the hearing. The complete text of the tentative ruling may be accessed on the Court’s website. If you do not call all the other parties and the Court by 4:00 p.m. the court day preceding the hearing, no hearing will be held, and the tentative ruling shall become the ruling of the court. Failure to include this language in the notice may be a basis for the Court to deny the motion.

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Applies to

Moving papers

The moving party must choose and put a requested hearing date on the moving papers, using the generally appropriate Tuesday 1:30 p.m. setting in Department 2.

The moving party for any regularly noticed request for order, motion, or order to show cause (without temporary orders) shall choose a convenient hearing date and enter the requested date on the moving papers along with the generally appropriate time and department of Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. in Department 2.

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Applies to

Civil notice and order for return destruction of exhibits

The Civil Notice and Order for Return/Destruction of Exhibits is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Notice and Order for Return/Destruction of Exhibits (Civil) (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

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Applies to

Request for telephonic appearance

The Request for Telephonic Appearance (Family Law) form is marked mandatory.

- Request for Telephonic Appearance (Family Law) Mandatory (Eff. 1/1/19) ..... A-5

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Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

A petition to compromise a claim must include a statement establishing liability, the minor’s or incompetent person’s name and birth date, and any existing police accident investigation report.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (1) Facts: A brief statement which sets forth the facts which establish liability. This statement shall include the name and birth date of the minor or incompetent person as well as a copy of any existing accident investigation report of any police agency.

CRITICALCivil cases

Applies to

Letters of conservatorship

Upon request of either any representative of Calaveras County Counsel or any representative of Fitzgerald, Alvarez, & Ciummo (court-appointed indigent defense counsel) or private attorneys for conserved individuals, Letters of Conservatorship shall be re-issued, identical to the originally issued letters, but with CALAVERAS COUNTY PUBLIC GUARDIAN named as the court-appointed conservator, under authority of Probate Code Section 2922(b).

Upon request of either any representative of Calaveras County Counsel or any representative of Fitzgerald, Alvarez, & Ciummo (court-appointed indigent defense counsel) or private attorneys for conserved individuals, Letters of Conservatorship shall be re-issued, identical to the originally issued letters, but with CALAVERAS COUNTY PUBLIC GUARDIAN named as the court-appointed conservator, under authority of Probate Code Section 2922(b).

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Applies to

Petition to withdraw funds

If the withdrawal petition is based on an agency’s denial of public assistance because of the account, a copy of the agency’s written notice must be attached.

In the event the petition to withdraw funds is based upon the denial of a public agency providing public assistance to provide funds because of the existence of the account, a copy of the written notice from the agency concerned, so stating, shall be attached to the petition.

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Applies to

Temporary order application

An application for temporary orders without prior notice must contain evidence clearly demonstrating the specified risk of great or irreparable injury.

Temporary orders will only be granted without prior notice to the other party where the application for the temporary orders contains evidence that clearly demonstrates great or irreparable injury will result to the applicant before the matter can be heard on notice or injury will result if prior notice is given.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Notice to appear citation

The citation must list a court date at least 21 days after issuance, with approximately 45 days preferred.

2. Must list an appropriate court date at least 21 days (approximately 45 days out is preferred) after the citation is issued;

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Report

After adopting a countywide bail and penalty schedule, the court must mail the Judicial Council a copy with a report explaining how the revised schedule differs from the applicable uniform schedule.

After a court adopts a countywide bail and penalty schedule, under Penal Code section 1269b, the court must, as soon as practicable, mail a copy of the schedule to the Judicial Council with a report stating how the revised schedule differs from the council’s uniform traffic bail and penalty schedule, uniform boating bail and penalty schedule, uniform fish and game bail and penalty schedule, uniform forestry bail and penalty schedule, uniform public utilities bail and penalty schedule, uniform parks and recreation bail and penalty schedule, or uniform business licensing bail and penalty schedule.

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Applies to

Shortening time application

An application to shorten the notice period must be supported by a declaration demonstrating good cause.

An order shortening time for service of notice and hearing (per CCP § 1005) will only be granted where the application is supported by a declaration demonstrating good cause to shorten the regular notice period.

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Applies to

Drop box filing

A drop-box filing must include a self-addressed stamped envelope for returning the filed documents.

When placing a document in the drop box, a self-addressed stamped envelope must be attached for the court to return the filed documents.

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Applies to

Extraordinary ex parte application

Extraordinary ex parte applications require the local hearing-and-order form and must clearly recite the applicable statutory authority.

Applicant’s presence at the court hearing is required and applicant is directed to file local form Application for Immediate Court Hearing and Order in addition to any other papers filed in support of the application: All such extraordinary ex-parte applications must strictly comply with rules 3.1200 through 3.1207 of the California Rules of Court, Family Code §3064, and/or other applicable statutory authority which must be clearly recited in the application.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Notice to appear or complaint

A notice to appear or complaint for a VC 27156 violation must require proof of correction or proof of exemption.

Under VC 27156 (g) a notice to appear or complaint issued for violation of VC 27156 must require proof of correction pursuant to VC 40150 or proof of exemption pursuant to 40001.1 or 4000.2.

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Applies to

Declaration regarding application for order on payment of fee costs

The Declaration Regarding an Application for Order on Payment of Fee/Costs is listed as a mandatory local form.

Declaration Regarding: Application for Order on Payment of Fee/Costs (Eff. 3/16/15) – Mandatory

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Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

The petition must state the minor’s medical expenses to date and the estimated cost of anticipated future medical attention.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (3) Medical Expenses: The total medical expenses incurred by the minor to date and the estimated cost of any anticipated medical attention which will be required in the future.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Certification of completion

A defendant referred to the community education program must provide the court with certification of completion.

VC 15620(b) permits the court to reduce or waive the fine if the defendant establishes to the satisfaction of the court that he or she is economically disadvantaged and the court, instead, refers the defendant to a community education program that includes education on the dangers of leaving young children unattended in motor vehicles, and provides certification of completion. Upon completion of that program, the defendant shall provide that certification to the court.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Notice to appear citation

When there is no signed promise to appear, the citing officer must include a declaration establishing the factual connection between the defendant and the cited violation.

4. Where no signed promise to appear, the citing officer must include the following: - a. Declaration establishing the factual connection between the defendant and the violation cited; and

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Applies to

Application

If any party has not received actual notice of the application, the applicant must check item 3 and explain the lack of notice on page 2.

(If ANY party to this action has not received actual notice of this application you must check 3 below and explain why no notice was given on page 2)

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Applies to

Ex parte application

The caption of each ex parte application for expert or investigator funds must include “CONFIDENTIAL” in uppercase.

The caption of all ex parte applications for funds to retain an expert of investigator must include the word “CONFIDENTIAL” in upper case font.

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Applies to

Evidence of financial responsibility

For a Vehicle Code section 16028 violation, submitting evidence of financial responsibility showing compliance when the notice to appear was issued results in dismissal of further proceedings and no bail collection.

Pursuant to Vehicle Code section 16028(e), upon submission of evidence of financial responsibility, in a form consistent with Vehicle Code section 16020, showing that the driver was in compliance with that section at the time the notice to appear for violating Vehicle Code section 16028 was issued, further proceedings for the violation shall be dismissed and no bail amount shall be collected.

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Applies to

Remote appearance forms

Parties must complete and file Forms RA-010 and RA-020 at least five days before their court date.

Parties must complete and file with the Court Judicial Council Forms Notice of Remote Appearance (Form #RA-010) and Order Regarding Remote Appearance (Form RA-020) at least five (5) days prior to their court date.

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Applies to

Elisor appointment order

The order must clearly identify each document, state the type of deed, and list escrow documents separately.

The order shall clearly identify the documents: A deed must state the type of deed (e.g., grant deed, interspousal transfer deed, et cetera). Escrow documents must be listed separately (e.g., Escrow Instruction Dated, Disclosure Regarding Real Estate Agency Relationship, Hazard Report, et cetera).

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Applies to

Request for compensation

Compensation requests must use the court-approved form available from the clerk’s filing window.

Requests for compensation must be submitted on the court approved form available from the clerk’s filing window.

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Applies to

Proof of registration, payment of registration fees, or vehicle reduction to junk

For the specified registration offenses, proof of registration, payment of registration fees, or reduction of the vehicle to junk must be produced in court before the offense can be dismissed.

In cases alleging violation of Vehicle Code section 4000(a), or alleging that a vehicle is not registered as required by the Vehicle Code, Vehicle Code section 40152 requires that proof of registration or proof of payment of the appropriate registration fees, or proof that the vehicle has been reduced to junk, be produced in court before the offense can be adjudicated as a dismissal.

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Applies to

Additional fee waiver application

An application to waive additional fees or costs under California Rules of Court, Rule 3.56, must use Judicial Council form FW-002 and be submitted to the appropriate judge.

In addition to the initial fee waiver above, application for waiver of the additional fees / costs referenced in Rule 3.56 of the California Rules of Court must be submitted on the Judicial Council form Application for Waiver of Additional Court Fees and Costs (FW-002) and must be submitted to the appropriate judge.

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Applies to

Interpreter request

A party needing an interpreter at a hearing or trial must arrange for an appropriate interpreter beforehand, and the requesting party must file Judicial Council form Request for Interpreter (Civil) (INT-300).

In all proceedings, including small claims, counsel or self-represented litigants requiring the assistance of a court interpreter for a non-English speaking party or witness at hearing or trial must make all necessary arrangements prior to the trial or hearing for the presence of an appropriate interpreter. The requesting party is required to file Judicial Council form Request for Interpreter (Civil) (INT-300).

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Applies to

Elisor signature document

The original document presented to the elisor for signature must match the copy attached to the proposed order.

The original document, presented for signature by the elisor must match the copy of the document attached to the proposed order.

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Applies to

Juvenile certificate of competence

The Juvenile Certificate of Competence is listed as a mandatory local form.

Juvenile Certificate of Competence (Eff. 1/1/05) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition to withdraw funds

The certificate of deposit must be completed and filed before the withdrawal petition is filed.

The certificate of deposit must have been completed and filed prior to filing the petition for withdrawal.

CRITICALCriminal cases

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Invoice

Invoices must include a completed declaration, a detailed billing statement, and the specified case and service details.

All invoices must include: – A completed declaration (Application for Order on Payment of Fees/Costs). – A detailed billing statement. – Case name and number, description and date of services, time expended, and cost of services.

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Applies to

Elisor appointment application

The application must not identify a specific court employee.

The application must not set forth a specific court employee.

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Applies to

Petition for approval of claim

A petition concerning a structured settlement with future periodic payments must state the annuity’s cost.

If the petition for approval of a claim under §3500(b) of the Probate Code relates to a structured settlement calling for future periodic payments, the petition shall state the cost of the annuity.

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Appeal papers

Appeal papers must be filed with the clerk.

Appeal papers shall be filed with the clerk.

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Applies to

Ex parte application

An ex parte application must provide sufficient evidentiary facts and a foundation for the affiant’s personal knowledge; conclusions, ultimate facts, and attorney declarations based on information and belief are insufficient.

The application must contain sufficient evidentiary facts to justify granting the prayer. Conclusions or statements of ultimate facts are not sufficient. A foundation should be set forth establishing the affiant's personal knowledge. Attorney declarations based upon information and belief are insufficient to establish evidentiary facts.

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Applies to

Trial brief witness list exhibit list

The trial brief, witness list, and exhibit list form is approved for mandatory use.

Form Approved for Mandatory Use

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Applies to

Guardian ad litem application

When the proposed guardian ad litem is a co-plaintiff or participated in the events underlying the ward’s alleged injury, the application ordinarily must include two declarations to support appointment.

When an application is made for the appointment of a guardian ad litem and the nominee for appointment is a plaintiff in the same action with the ward, or in some manner was a participant in the transaction or occurrence giving rise to the alleged injury to the ward, the nominee will ordinarily not be appointed unless the application is accompanied by: (1) A declaration under penalty of perjury setting forth facts establishing that no other parent, relative, or friend can or will accept the appointment of guardian ad litem for the minor in the action; and (2) A declaration under penalty of perjury by the attorney for the nominee stating that the attorney, having investigated the circumstances, has represented to the nominee and represents to the court that there is no conflict of interest between the nominee and the minor if the nominee is appointed the guardian ad litem.

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Written stipulation

Stipulations recited in open court must later be put in writing and signed by the parties or, if appropriate, their attorneys.

All stipulations recited in open court must thereafter be reduced to writing and signed by the parties or their attorneys if appropriate.

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Confidential record

A record filed when confidentiality is required by law must state “CONFIDENTIAL” in its caption or title and cite the applicable law.

For all records filed where confidentiality is required by law, the document caption or title shall state “CONFIDENTIAL” with an accompanying citation to the applicable law requiring such confidentiality.

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Applies to

Delay reduction program notice

At filing, the clerk must append a notice to the initial pleading with the specified title and case-management information.

At the time the case is filed, the clerk shall append to the initial pleading a document entitled “Notice of Inclusion in Civil Case Delay Reduction Program and Setting Case Management Conference” stating that the case is included in the Delay Reduction Program, that special rules apply to the case, that it is the duty of each party to be familiar with the rules, and the date, time and place of the first Case Management Conference.

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Settlement conference statement

Counsel must submit a Settlement Conference Statement to the court at least five court days before the conference.

It is mandatory that all counsel shall, at least five court days prior to the scheduled Settlement Conference, submit to the court and serve on all parties a Settlement Conference Statement not to exceed five pages.

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Applies to

Remote appearance notice

Must include

proposed order

Notice to the court must be filed using Form RA-010 and accompanied by a proposed order.

Notice to the court must be given by filing the mandatory Judicial Council form Notice of Remote Appearance (Form RA-010) and a proposed order.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Notice to appear citation

The court clerk must file the Notice to Appear or Citation and calendar an arraignment date.

1. File the Notice to Appear / Citation and calendar a court date for arraignment;

CRITICAL

Applies to

Elisor appointment application and proposed order

The application and proposed order must name “The Clerk of the Court or Designee” as elisor and state for whom and in what capacity the elisor will sign.

When applying for an appointment of an elisor, the application and proposed order must designate “The Clerk of the Court or Designee” as the elisor and indicate for whom the elisor is being appointed and in what capacity they are to sign the document.

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Case management conference statement

Each party must file and serve a Case Management Conference Statement using Judicial Council form CM-110 at least 15 calendar days before each conference.

Not less than 15 calendar days before each Case Management Conference, each party shall file with the court and serve on all other parties a Case Management Conference Statement (Judicial Council form CM-110).

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Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

If the injuries clearly exceed the offered policy amount, the petition must describe all steps taken to identify additional coverage or assets from which the minor could seek compensation.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (5) Available Coverage: Where the injuries (damages) clearly exceed the amount of the insurance policy being offered, the statement shall also include a recitation of all steps taken to determine if any additional coverage or assets are available from which the minor could seek compensation.

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Applies to

Written objection

The objection to having an unlawful detainer trial heard by a commissioner must be in writing.

Unlawful Detainer trials will be conducted on Tuesdays, at 1:30 p.m. in Department 4 by a commissioner unless a written objection to having the matter heard by a commissioner is filed at least five (5) court days prior to the scheduled trial.

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Compensation petition

A compensation petition must include an itemized service statement, the services’ value or benefit to the estate, and the total requested, under penalty of perjury and executed by the service provider.

A petition for compensation of a guardian, conservator, trustee and counsel, or for counsel for a conservatee or ward shall be accompanied by an itemized statement of the services rendered, an explanation of the value or benefit of those services to the estate, and the total amount requested for such services, made under penalty of perjury, and executed by the person rendering the services.

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Applies to

Order

In a minor’s case, the order must state the date the minor turns 18 and direct the financial institution to release all funds to the minor on that date without further court order.

In cases involving minors, the order shall contain the date when the minor will attain the age of 18 years and a directive to the bank, trust company or other financial institution to release all funds to the minor on such date without further order from the court.

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Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

The petition must describe medical treatment to date, expected future treatment, and permanent injuries, supported by a current treating-physician report or letter addressing condition and prognosis.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (2) Medical Issues: A statement which outlines all medical treatment furnished, to date, what future medical, if any, is expected to be required and the nature and extent of any permanent injuries sustained by the minor. This statement shall be supported by a current report or letter from the treating physician outlining the present condition and prognosis of the minor or incompetent person.

CRITICALCriminal cases

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Notice to appear citation

The citing officer must verify and sign the Notice to Appear or Citation under penalty of perjury.

1. Notice to Appear / Citation verified (signed under penalty of perjury) by the citing officer;

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Notice to appear citation

The citing officer must deliver the original Notice to Appear or Citation to the court clerk immediately after issuance.

5. Deliver the original Notice to Appear / Citation to the clerk of the court immediately after issuance.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Ex parte application

An ex parte application must provide sufficient evidentiary facts; conclusions or statements of ultimate facts are insufficient.

The application must contain sufficient evidentiary facts to justify granting the prayer. Conclusions or statements of ultimate facts are not sufficient.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Immediate hearing application

When seeking a hearing without prior notice, the application must state facts supporting why notice should not be required.

5. (Continued from 3.) Facts showing why no notice should be required prior to the hearing:

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Applies to

Ex parte application

Ex parte applications for temporary orders are granted only when the moving papers demonstrate strict compliance with California Rules of Court, Rules 5.151 through 5.170.

Ex-parte applications for temporary orders are only granted where strict compliance with California Rules of Court, Rule 5.151 through 5.170 is demonstrated by the moving papers.

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Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

The petition must include amounts paid or to be paid to other claimants and state whether the guardian ad litem is a plaintiff in a related action and any sums received.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (6) Reasonableness of Settlement: Any additional information that may be of assistance to the court in determining if the petition should be granted or would assist the court in determining reasonable compensation for the attorney in the case. This statement shall include the amounts, if any, paid, or to be paid, to any other claimants, including whether the guardian ad litem is a plaintiff in any action arising from these facts or circumstances and any sums received therefore.

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Moving or opposing papers

Those choosing to appear remotely must place “Remote Appearance” below the title of their moving or opposing papers, or file forms RA-010 and RA-020.

Counsel and unrepresented litigants choosing to appear remotely under this rule shall place the phrase “Remote Appearance” below the title of the moving or opposing papers or file Judicial Council forms Notice of Remote Appearance (RA-010) and Order Regarding Remote Appearance (RA-020).

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Applies to

Subsequent bail or own recognizance motion

A subsequent similar bail or own-recognizance motion based on materially changed circumstances must disclose the prior motion, when and to which judge it was made, its nature and disposition, and the claimed changed circumstances.

When a motion for own recognizance release or bail modification has been made to the Court, and granted in whole or in part, or granted conditionally or on terms, and a subsequent motion is made by the same party in the same case for a similar order upon materially changed circumstances, the subsequent motion shall be accompanied by disclosure that a prior motion has been made, when and to what judge it was made, what the nature of the motion was, what order or decision was made thereon, and what materially changed circumstances are claimed to be shown.

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Applies to

Order after hearing

The prevailing party must prepare the order after hearing, seek the other side’s review and approval, and then send the proposed order to the court; direct submission is allowed only by court order or with a reasonable written explanation for not obtaining prior approval.

The prevailing party is responsible for preparing the order after hearing, submitting it to the other side for review and approval and thereafter forwarding the proposed order to the court for entry. Orders may be submitted directly to the court only when so ordered or upon a reasonable written explanation for the failure to obtain the other party’s prior approval.

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Applies to

Immediate hearing application

The application must state whether other court cases exist between the parties and, if so, identify the court, case number, and general nature of each case.

8. There  are  are not other court cases between these parties. If so, state the name of the court, case number and the general nature of those cases:

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Citation form

For specified violations, the officer must identify the offense and note on a Judicial Council-approved form that the charge will be dismissed upon proof of correction.

Under Vehicle Code section 40522, an officer arresting for violations specified in Vehicle Code section 40303.5 is required to specify the offense charged and note in a form approved by the Judicial Council that the charge shall be dismissed upon proof of correction.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Supporting declaration

The supporting declaration must include specific facts establishing why appointment of an elisor is necessary.

The declaration supporting the application must include specific facts establishing the necessity for the appointment of an elisor.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Moving papers

For a regularly noticed request, motion, or order to show cause without temporary orders, the moving party must select a convenient hearing date and enter the requested date, time, and department on the moving papers.

The moving party for any regularly noticed request for order, motion, or order to show cause (without temporary orders) shall choose a convenient hearing date and enter the requested date on the moving papers along with the generally appropriate time and department of Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. in Department 2.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for withdrawal of funds

A minor aged 14 or older, in addition to the trustee or guardian, must sign and date the application.

In addition to the trustee/guardian, minors aged fourteen (14) or over shall sign and date the application.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Hearing calendar request

Requests to calendar a hearing must be made in writing and filed with the clerk, except for traffic arraignments.

All requests to place matters on the court’s calendar for hearing, except traffic arraignments, must be made in writing and filed with the clerk.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for modification of sentence or to vacate civil assessment

An applicant seeking installment payments states the reasons in the space provided and identifies the amount payable per month.

I am unable to pay the fine as ordered by the court for the reasons set forth in the space below and I am requesting to pay the fine in installments, I can pay $ _____ per month.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition for grandparent visitation

The petition requests reasonable visitation and any other appropriate relief under Family Code section 3103.

6. Petitioner(s) request(s) that the Court grant reasonable visitation with the above named child(ren), and such other relief as the Court may deem appropriate, pursuant to Family Code Section 3103.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Juvenile certificate of competence

The Juvenile Certificate of Competence form is designated for mandatory use.

Form Adopted for Mandatory Use

CRITICAL

Applies to

Order

When the minor’s funds are ordered deposited in a financial institution, the order must direct delivery of a certified copy and the funds to the institution’s manager and require a written receipt to be filed with the court clerk.

In any case in which the court orders the sum to be received by the minor to be deposited in a financial institution, the order shall contain the further order that, “A certified copy of this order shall be delivered to the manager of said financial institution, together with the sum to be deposited therein, and that there shall be a written receipt of said financial institution forthwith filed with the clerk of the court in which the compromise was approved, acknowledging receipt of both the sum deposited and said order.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Medical psychological educational report

Reports concerning the child must not be attached to motions and must instead be provided to the court at the hearing.

Medical, psychological, educational or other types of reports concerning the child shall not be attached to motions filed with court but shall be provided to the court at the time of hearing.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Return receipt for subpoena duces tecum

The Return Receipt for Subpoena Duces Tecum is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Return Receipt for Subpoena Duces Tecum (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Criminal notice and order for return destruction of exhibits

The Criminal Notice and Order for Return/Destruction of Exhibits is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Notice and Order for Return/Destruction of Exhibits (Criminal) (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for pick up return of subpoena duces tecum

The Application for Pick-Up/Return of Subpoena Duces Tecum is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Application for Pick-Up/Return of Subpoena Duces Tecum (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for order

When relevant to the requested relief, a completed financial declaration must be attached to and filed with an application for order.

A completed Income and Expense Declaration, Financial Statement (Simplified), and/or Property Declaration must be attached to and filed with any application for order when relevant to the relief requested.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Default judgment by affidavit

A party seeking a default judgment by affidavit must follow California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1800.

A party seeking a default judgment by affidavit shall follow California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1800.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Motion

The property-bond motion must include the proposed promissory note, deed of trust, current preliminary title report, current appraisal with the appraiser’s training and experience, and lienholder statements of amounts due.

The following documents must be submitted as attachments to the motion: (1) Copy of the proposed promissory note in the amount of the required bond. (2) Copy of the deed of trust to be recorded securing the promissory note and naming a recognized California title company as the trustee and the County of Calaveras as the beneficiary. (3) The current preliminary title report concerning the property which has been prepared by a recognized California title company. (4) A current appraisal of the property performed by a state licensed real estate appraiser. The appraisal report shall include a statement of the appraiser's training and experience. (5) Statements from all lien holders having liens against the property, showing the amount presently due on the obligation.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for modification of sentence or to vacate civil assessment

A request to set aside the civil assessment requires checking the appropriate box, providing a detailed explanation, and attaching documented proof supporting the request.

The following is an explanation for my failure to appear, pay the fine or contact the court by the due date. (Check the appropriate box and give a detailed explanation with attached documented proof to support your request.)

CRITICAL

The moving party must provide the court with the other party’s or counsel’s current mailing address, or may instead follow Family Code § 3176 or seek a waiver.

The moving party must provide the court with current mailing address for the other party or their attorney of record, alternatively the moving party may elect to follow Family Code § 3176 or apply for a waiver thereof.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Report

The CASA must report regularly to the Presiding Judge and provide evidence that it operates under the specified guidelines.

The CASA shall report regularly to the Presiding Judge of the Juvenile Court with evidence that it is operating under the guidelines established by the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association and the California CASA Guidelines for children, non-minor dependents, or wards who are subject to the jurisdiction of the juvenile court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Recording request

Recording in the courthouse is prohibited unless a written request has been filed and approved by the court.

Photographing, videotaping, televising or otherwise recording within the courthouse is prohibited unless a written request has been filed and approved by the court. (California Rules of Court, Rule 1.150).

CRITICAL

Applies to

Elisor appointment order and proposed order

The order must identify the documents to be signed, and copies must be attached to the proposed order.

The Order must expressly identify the document(s) being signed and a copy of the document(s) must be attached to the proposed order.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Clerk transcript designation

In every civil appeal, the appellant must file a designation of the documents to include in the clerk’s transcript.

Every civil appeal requires the appellant to file a designation of what should be in the clerk's transcript on appeal.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Order after hearing

Unless the court directs otherwise, the prevailing party must prepare the orders after hearing.

Unless otherwise directed, the prevailing party shall prepare orders after hearing.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Motion

All motions, including ex parte applications for orders, must be presented to the Presiding Judge of the Appellate Division.

All motions, including ex parte applications for orders, shall be presented to the Presiding Judge of the Appellate Division.

CRITICAL

The form calls for the filer to indicate that a current Property Declaration (FL-160) was filed or attached, and to identify the attachment or filing date.

I have completed and filed, or attached an up to date and current Property Declaration (FL-160) Property Declaration: Attached or Date Filed: _____

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition for grandparent visitation

The Petition for Grandparent Visitation is listed as a mandatory local form.

Petition for Grandparent Visitation (Eff. 7/1/25) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Renewal certificate of competence

A renewal Certificate of Competence must include evidence of compliance with rule 5.660(d).

The attorney shall attach to the renewal Certificate of Competence evidence that he or she has complied with rule 5.660(d) of the California Rules of Court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Nonparty witness oral evidence

A party seeking oral evidence from a nonparty witness must comply with the cited requirements; absent good cause, the court will not hear the evidence without demonstrated compliance.

A party seeking to introduce oral evidence at a hearing of a person other than a party to the litigation must comply with the requirements of Family Code § 217(c) and rule 5.113(e) of the California Rules of Court. Except for good cause shown, such oral evidence will not be heard where the party has not demonstrated compliance with that Rule.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Brief

All briefs shall include appropriate points and authorities, clear identification of the issue(s) being raised and valid proof of service. Because appeals are concerned with issues of law, mere factual arguments will generally be insufficient. If applicable, a reporter’s transcript and/or a settled statement on appeal shall be submitted.

All briefs shall include appropriate points and authorities, clear identification of the issue(s) being raised and valid proof of service. Because appeals are concerned with issues of law, mere factual arguments will generally be insufficient. If applicable, a reporter’s transcript and/or a settled statement on appeal shall be submitted.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Drop box filing

A document placed in the drop box must include the most current contact information.

The most current contact information must be included on the document.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Moving papers

Must include

proposed order

The moving party must file the listed moving papers by mail or hand delivery at least 16 court days before the hearing, unless the court grants shortened time or temporary orders.

The moving party must file the moving papers, including application, declaration(s), points and authorities, proposed order(s) and any other supporting documents, by mail or hand delivery to the court’s filing window at a time no less than sixteen (16) court days prior to the hearing unless the court has granted an order shortening time or temporary orders.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Request for dismissal

A request to dismiss a domestic violence restraining order or related action must include a good-cause declaration; the parties’ agreement alone is insufficient.

Requests to dismiss domestic violence restraining orders or any action in which such orders have been issued must be accompanied by a declaration demonstrating good cause in support of the requested dismissal. The parties’ agreement to dismissal without a declaration is insufficient.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Property bond documents

After the Court approves the property bond, the applicant must record the deed of trust and deliver the original signed promissory note, a copy showing the deed of trust’s recorded status, and an updated preliminary title report to the Clerk.

If the Court approves the property bond, the applicant shall record the deed of trust and then shall deliver to the Clerk the following documents: (1) The original signed promissory note. (2) Copy of the deed of trust showing its recorded status. The original deed of trust shall be returned by mail from the recorder's office to the Clerk. (3) An updated preliminary title report showing the recorded deed of trust for the subject promissory note in the priority position previously approved by the Court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Request for interpreter

Complete the first page and file it with the court.

Complete the first page and file it with the court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Criminal application for return receipt for exhibits

The Criminal Application for Return/Receipt for Exhibits is listed as a mandatory local form.

Exhibits: Application for Return/Receipt for Exhibits (Criminal) (Eff. 1/1/19) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Juvenile division certificate of competence

The Juvenile Division Certificate of Competence is marked mandatory.

- Juvenile Division Certificate of Competence – Mandatory (Eff. 1/1/08) ..... A-2

CRITICAL

Applies to

Immediate hearing application

The application must specify exactly which orders are requested.

6. (Continued from 4.) Specify exactly what orders you are requesting:

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for modification of sentence or to vacate civil assessment

The applicant or defendant’s name and mailing address must be legible on the application.

Applicant/Defendant (Name and Mailing Address) MUST BE LEGIBLE

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Reimbursement request

Reimbursable expenses require advance Court approval and paid receipts.

All reimbursable expenses must be pre-approved by the Court and accompanied by paid receipts.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Notice

When minor’s counsel files the notice, it must state the specified proposed actions and related assessments concerning representation, counsel, a guardian ad litem, agency joinder, and further investigation.

If the person filing the notice is the counsel for the minor, the notice shall state what action on the child’s behalf the attorney believes is necessary, whether the attorney is willing or able to pursue the matter on the child’s behalf, whether the association of counsel specializing in practice before that agency or court may be necessary or appropriate, whether the appointment of a guardian ad litem may be necessary to initiate or pursue the proposed action, whether joinder of an administrative agency to the Juvenile Court proceedings pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code §362 may be appropriate or necessary to protect or pursue the child’s interests, and whether further investigation may be necessary.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Request for payment of previously authorized fees

Requests for payment of previously authorized expert fees must be made by attorney declaration and include the expert’s invoice and the order approving the services.

All requests for payment of previously authorized fees shall be made by declaration of the attorney and must include the expert’s invoice as well as a copy of the order approving said services.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Memorandum

The parties must state their position on the scope-of-review issue in memoranda supporting or opposing issuance of the writ.

The parties must state their position on this issue in the memoranda filed in support of and in opposition of the issuance of the writ.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Notice of motion

A notice for any Law and Motion matter must include the specified tentative-ruling language; omission may be grounds to deny the motion.

All matters noticed for the Law & Motion calendar shall include the following language in the notice: Pursuant to Local Rule 3.3.7, the Court will make a tentative ruling on the merits of this matter by 2:00 p.m. the court day before the hearing. The complete text of the tentative ruling may be accessed on the Court's website or by calling 209-754-6285 and listening to the recorded tentative ruling. If you do not call all other parties and the Court by 4:00 p.m. the court day preceding the hearing, no hearing will be held and the tentative ruling shall become the ruling of the court. Failure to include this language in the notice may be a basis for the Court to deny the motion.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition for grandparent visitation

The petition must include a completed Summons and Declaration Under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act.

5. A completed Summons and Declaration Under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act is attached.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Notice of motion and motion to continue court trial infraction

The Notice of Motion and Motion to Continue Court Trial for an infraction is listed as a mandatory local form.

Notice of Motion and Motion to Continue Court Trial (Infraction) (Eff. 7/1/10) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Te gvro order

For a TE-GVRO ordered on an officer’s oral request, the officer must memorialize it on Form EPO-002 without entering the hearing date and time, and serve and file the order with the court under Penal Code section 18140.

If a TE-GVRO was ordered on an oral request by a law enforcement officer, the requesting law enforcement officer must memorialize the order on California Judicial Council Form #EPO-002, without filling in a date and time for the court hearing and serve and file the order with the court per Penal Code §18140.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Trial brief witness list exhibit list

The Trial Brief, Witness List, and Exhibit List are listed as mandatory local forms.

Trial Brief; Witness List; Exhibit List (Eff. 7/1/25) - Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for modification of sentence or to vacate civil assessment

An applicant requesting a fine reduction for an infraction provides proof of correction as an attachment.

I am providing proof of correction (attached) and requesting reduction of the fine (infractions only).

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application for modification of sentence or to vacate civil assessment

The application includes a declaration under penalty of perjury that the information provided is true and correct.

I DECLARE UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS APPLICATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Application

The application must be fully completed.

THIS APPLICATION MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED

CRITICAL

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

The Settlement Conference Statement must conform to California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1380.

The statement must conform with California Rules of Court, Rule 3.1380.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Declaration

The person giving notice shall set forth the nature of the interest or right which needs to be protected or pursued, the name and address, if known, of

The person giving notice shall set forth the nature of the interest or right which needs to be protected or pursued, the name and address, if known, of

CRITICAL

Applies to

Request for copy of electronic recording

The Request for Copy of Electronic Recording is listed as a mandatory local form.

Request for Copy of Electronic Recording (Eff. 7/1/25) – Mandatory

CRITICAL

Applies to

Local Form Counsel Certificate of Competence

An attorney appearing in a dependency matter for the first time must complete and submit the Local Form Counsel Certificate of Competence to the court.

Any attorney appearing in a dependency matter for the first time shall complete and submit Local Form Counsel Certificate of Competence to the court within 10 days of his or her first appearance in a dependency matter.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Review determination

The reviewing judge’s determination must be in writing and state whether the original determination is upheld, reversed, or amended.

Within ten (10) days after the review, the reviewing judge shall issue a written determination upholding, reversing, or amending the court’s original determination.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Ex parte application for temporary relief

Must include

proposed order

All ex parte applications for temporary relief, including a proposed order, must be filed no later than 12:00 p.m. at

All ex parte applications for temporary relief, including a proposed order, must be filed no later than 12:00 p.m. at

CRITICAL

Applies to

Trial setting request

When at least one defendant has answered, a request or counter-request to set trial must be completed on Judicial Council form UD-150.

A request or counter-request to set a case for trial must be completed on Judicial Council form UD-150 where at least one defendant has filed an answer.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Child custody and visitation evaluation

Child custody and visitation evaluations must be authorized by court order, and the court generally will refuse to consider unauthorized evaluations.

All child custody and visitation evaluations must be authorized by court order pursuant to Evidence Code § 730 and Family Code § 3111. Generally, the court will refuse to consider evaluations which have not been approved and ordered by the court.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Proof of participation

A defendant referred to the program must provide proof of participation upon completing it.

Upon completion of the program, the defendant shall provide proof of participation in the program.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Juvenile certificate of competence

The Juvenile Certificate of Competence includes counsel’s certification that they meet the applicable practice standards and training, education, or experience requirements.

I am an attorney-at-law licensed to practice in the State of California. I hereby certify that I meet the minimum standards for practice before a Juvenile Court set forth in California Rules of Court, Rule 5.660, and Local Rule No. 5.50 and that I have completed the minimum requirements for training, education and/or experience as set forth below.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Complaint determination notice

The court must notify both the attorney and the complaining party in writing of its determination.

The court shall notify the attorney and the complaining party in writing of its determination of the complaint.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Clerk transcript designation

The clerk’s transcript designation must comply with California Rules of Court, Rule 8.122, 8.124, or 8.128.

Designation of the clerk's transcript shall be made under Cal. Rules of Court, Rule 8.122, 8.124 or 8.128.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Request for interpreter form

If your case falls within one of the categories of cases listed in paragraphs 2 or 3 above, and you would benefit from having an interpreter during your court proceedings, you should use this form to request a court interpreter. Complete the first page and file it with the court.

If your case falls within one of the categories of cases listed in paragraphs 2 or 3 above, and you would benefit from having an interpreter during your court proceedings, you should use this form to request a court interpreter. Complete the first page and file it with the court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Trial by declaration

A defendant proceeding by trial by declaration must file a declaration under penalty of perjury and post the required bail by the Clerk-assigned hearing date.

A defendant who has requested trial by declaration must file the declaration, under penalty of perjury, and post the required bail on or before the hearing date assigned by the Clerk.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Motion to withdraw as attorney of record

A motion to withdraw as attorney of record must include a supporting declaration identifying all known matters in the case calendared for hearing when the motion is filed.

A motion to withdraw as attorney of record must include the attorney’s supporting declaration identifying all matters in the case which are calendared for hearing, known to the attorney at the time the motion to withdraw is filed.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Case status conference statement

A Case Status Conference Statement must be filed and served on all other parties at least five days before each conference.

A Case Status Conference Statement (see Appendix “A” Form A-3) shall be filed and served on all other parties at least five (5) days before each Case Status Conference.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Complaint procedure notice

Each appointed attorney must give an adult client written notice explaining how to lodge a complaint about appointed counsel.

Each appointed attorney shall give written notice to his or her adult client of the procedure for lodging complaints with the court concerning the performance of an appointed attorney.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Moving responding and reply papers

Parties generally must include all evidence intended for use at the hearing in their moving, responding, and reply papers; good cause or an order shortening time is an exception.

A party may not wait until the time of the hearing to "surprise" the opposing party with documents or other evidence. Absent good cause shown or an order shortening time, all evidence that any party intends to rely upon at the hearing must be included in the moving, responding and reply papers served and filed pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure § 1005 and rule 5.98 of the California Rules of Court.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Elisor signature sample copy

The moving party must print the requested language identifying the elisor’s signature beneath the signature lines on the sample copy.

Beneath the signature line(s) on the sample copy the moving party shall print the language being requested to identify the elisor’s signature.

CRITICALCriminal cases

Applies to

Reimbursement request

Requests for reimbursement of other costs must include valid receipts and justification.

Reimbursement for other costs (e.g., postage, filing fees) will only be authorized upon submission of valid receipts and justification.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Declaration

A declaration must establish that the Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.5(e) exception applies to use evidence outside the administrative record.

In administrative mandate proceedings (Code Civ. Proc., § 1094.5) the evidence before the court is confined to the administrative record, unless the exception in subdivision (e) of §1094.5 applies and a declaration establishes the application of the exception.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition for grandparent visitation

The petitioner must mark one listed basis for standing in the grandparent-visitation petition.

2. Petitioner has standing to bring this petition because (must mark one):

CRITICAL

Applies to

Attorney declaration

Attorney declarations based on information and belief are insufficient to establish evidentiary facts.

Attorney declarations based upon information and belief are insufficient to establish evidentiary facts.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (4) Reasonableness of Fees: A reasonably detailed declaration setting forth all effort expended on behalf of the minor in obtaining the settlement and how it was expended.

In accordance with rule 7.950 of the California Rules of Court, a petition to compromise a minor's or incompetent’s claim pursuant to §372 of the Code of Civil Procedure or any petition for approval of a claim under the provisions of §§ 3500 and 3600-3613 of the Probate Code shall contain the following information: (4) Reasonableness of Fees: A reasonably detailed declaration setting forth all effort expended on behalf of the minor in obtaining the settlement and how it was expended.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Exhibit

Before exhibits are marked and admitted, the submitting party must disclose each exhibit’s page count to the clerk and opposing party or counsel.

Prior to marking and admitting exhibits into evidence, the submitting party is required to disclose the number of pages of each exhibit to the court clerk and opposing party or counsel to ensure no pages are missing.

CRITICAL

Applies to

Trial brief witness list exhibit list

The form is designated for mandatory use effective July 1, 2025.

Form Approved For Mandatory Use Eff. 07/01/25

WARNING

For business or self-employment assets, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

v. Business/Self-Employment: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe the orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Request for return of exhibits

A request to have exhibits returned must include suitable return envelopes or containers with ample postage prepaid.

Requests for return must be accompanied by suitable envelopes and/or containers with ample postage prepaid for the return of said exhibits

WARNING

Applies to

Financial declaration

A financial declaration is deemed current only if executed within 90 days of the hearing, even if no changed circumstances are alleged.

Such financial declarations, even where no changes of circumstance are alleged, are deemed “current” pursuant to rule 5.260(a)(3) of the California Rules of Court only if executed within 90 days of the hearing determining the relief requested.

WARNING

For the residence, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

i. Residence: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe what orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

At issue memorandum

The clerk’s office must not file an at-issue memorandum in a family law matter.

No at-issue memorandum shall be filed by the clerk’s office in any family law matter.

WARNING

Applies to

Elisor appointment application

An application for appointment of an elisor should be made by regular “Request for Order” in family law.

An application for appointment of an elisor should be made by regular “Request for Order” in family law.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(iii), attach an additional sheet and label it 4(C)(iii).

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(iii).

WARNING

Applies to

Offer of proof

The court may accept offers of proof in its discretion and will generally require a preliminary showing why the testimony was not included in the party’s filed declarations.

Offers of proof will only be accepted at the court’s discretion and will generally require a preliminary showing of why the testimony could not have been included in the party’s filed declarations.

WARNING

Applies to

Ex parte application

A foundation establishing the affiant’s personal knowledge should be set forth.

A foundation should be set forth establishing the affiant’s personal knowledge.

WARNING

For remaining assets, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

vi. Remaining Assets: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe the orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(F), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(F).

WARNING

Applies to

Return receipt subpoena duces tecum

The return receipt subpoena duces tecum form includes a declaration under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

WARNING

Applies to

Routine ex parte application

The listed routine ex parte applications require no hearing and need not use the local Application for Immediate Court Hearing and Order form.

Routine Ex-Parte Applications: No hearing is required, and the applicant is not required to file local form Application for Immediate Court Hearing and Order for the following ex-parte applications: (1) All parties stipulate in writing to the requested orders. (2) Application for waiver of court fees and costs. (3) Application for appointment of guardian ad litem to initiate action. (4) Application for appointment of counsel. (5) Request for order to show cause without temporary orders. (6) Request to file documents which exceed applicable page limits. (7) Application for default judgment. (8) Request for order shortening time in Family Code matters where the request to shorten time is made on the Judicial Council form and supported by a sufficient factual showing in the attached application. (9) Temporary restraining order applications authorized under the Family Code and submitted on Judicial Council forms containing facts of recent domestic violence, or the threat of continuing domestic violence, against all the requested protected persons. (10) Temporary restraining order applications authorized under the Code of Civil Procedure and submitted on Judicial Council forms containing a clear and convincing showing of facts of unlawful violence or credible threat of violence against all the requested protected persons. (11) Petition for Appointment of Temporary Conservator where the petitioner is the Calaveras County Public Guardian or Director of Behavioral Health Services.

WARNING

Applies to

Juvenile certificate of competence

The certificate must include copies of MCLE certificates or other documentation of attendance.

(Attach copies of MCLE certificates or other documentation of attendance)

WARNING

Applies to

Juvenile certificate of competence

Juvenile dependency experience information is necessary when counsel does not have sufficient MCLE or other training under Rule 5.660.

(Necessary where counsel does not have sufficient MCLE or other training per 5.660)

WARNING

Applies to

Request to waive court fees

To apply for the fee waiver, complete and file form FW-001.

To do so, complete and file a Request to Waive Court Fees (Civil Actions) (form FW-001).

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(ii), attach an additional sheet and label it 4(C)(ii).

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(ii).

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(B), attach an additional sheet and label it 4(B).

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(B).

WARNING

For vehicles, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

ii. Vehicles: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe what orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Request to waive court fees

You should note in item 7 of this form whether you have a fee waiver already, have applied for one, or do not intend to apply for one.

You should note in item 7 of this form whether you have a fee waiver already, have applied for one, or do not intend to apply for one.

WARNING

For retirement or pension assets, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

iii. Retirement/Pension: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe what orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(iv), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(iv).

WARNING

Applies to

Appellate documentation

Each party must ensure that complete documentation is submitted in a timely manner.

Each party shall ensure that complete documentation is submitted in a timely manner.

WARNING

Applies to

Request for interpreter

If your case is in a listed category and you would benefit from an interpreter, you should use this form to request one.

If your case falls within one of the categories of cases listed in paragraphs 2 or 3 above, and you would benefit from having an interpreter during your court proceedings, you should use this form to request a court interpreter.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

Provide in the sections below any additional information not included on the Property Declaration.

Use the sections below to provide additional information that is not included on your Property Declaration.

WARNINGCriminal cases

Applies to

Reimbursement request

The Court may deny costs that are not itemized or documented.

Costs that are not itemized or lack documentation may be denied.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(A), attach an additional sheet and label it 4(A).

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(A).

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(E), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(E).

WARNING

Applies to

Request for return of exhibits

A request to return exhibits must include a suitably sized return envelope or container with ample prepaid postage, or arrangements must be made with the clerk at the time of the request for personal pickup.

Requests for return must be accompanied by suitable envelopes and/or containers with ample postage prepaid for the return of said exhibits or arrangements must be made with the clerk at the time of making the request to personally pick up the exhibits.

WARNING

Applies to

Request for interpreter

If you need language assistance, you should ask whether the court can provide an interpreter by filling out the form.

If you need language assistance, you should ask the court if it can provide a court interpreter by filling out this form.

WARNING

Applies to

Ex parte gvro petition

An ex parte GVRO may be requested by filing a written petition in the department handling civil harassment restraining orders.

An ex parte Gun Violence Restraining Order (“GVRO”) may be requested by filing a written petition in the department handling civil harassment restraining orders. (See section II. Below.)

WARNING

For money or investments, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

iv. Money/Investments: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe the orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

For credit card debts, indicate whether the parties have an agreement and describe it or, if there is none, describe the orders sought.

i. Credit Cards: Do the parties have an Agreement? Yes No Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe the orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Trial exhibits

List the exhibits intended for trial, but do not file the exhibits with the court.

Declarant intends to introduce the following exhibits at trial (DO NOT FILE EXHIBITS WITH COURT):

WARNING

Attach an additional page if more children need to be listed.

Name (Attach an additional page to list more children)

WARNING

Applies to

Request for accommodation form

A person unable to wear a face covering may request an accommodation by submitting form MC-410 to the Court's ADA Coordinator.

Anyone who is unable to wear a face covering can request an accommodation by submitting a Request for Accommodation form (MC-410) to the Court's ADA Coordinator.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(G), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(G).

WARNING

Applies to

Reports or documents

The court will consider a party’s submitted reports or documents only if the parties stipulate or a proper evidentiary foundation is established.

No reports or documents submitted by a party will be considered by the court unless there is a stipulation or a proper evidentiary foundation is established.

WARNING

Applies to

List of experts

The evaluator is selected from a list of experts submitted by the parties and approved by the court.

The court will appoint an evaluator from a list of experts submitted by the parties and approved by the court.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

The settlement conference statement must indicate whether each listed document has been filed or is attached.

Please indicate whether the documents listed below have been filed or are attached to this document.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(i), attach an additional sheet and label it 4(C)(i).

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(i).

WARNING

Applies to

Ex parte application

Applicants requesting an ex-parte hearing should complete local form “Application for Immediate Court Hearing and Order” [Local Form A-1] which is filed with the moving papers.

Applicants requesting an ex-parte hearing should complete local form “Application for Immediate Court Hearing and Order” [Local Form A-1] which is filed with the moving papers.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

The settlement conference statement should describe the child-custody and visitation agreement or the orders sought if there is no agreement.

Describe the Agreement. If there is no Agreement, describe what orders you want the judge to make:

WARNING

Applies to

Fee waiver application

You should note in item 7 of this form whether you have a fee waiver already, have applied for one, or do not intend to apply for one.

You should note in item 7 of this form whether you have a fee waiver already, have applied for one, or do not intend to apply for one.

WARNING

Applies to

Petition to compromise claim

The declaration should address all of the following factors: (a) What was the degree of difficulty involved? (b) How much skill was needed and employed? (c) How much risk was there of a poor final result for the amount of work done? (d) How much money, if any, did the attorney advance? (e) How many hours of work did the attorney do? and (f) Whether the attorney's fee is contingent on recovery.

The declaration should address all of the following factors: (a) What was the degree of difficulty involved? (b) How much skill was needed and employed? (c) How much risk was there of a poor final result for the amount of work done? (d) How much money, if any, did the attorney advance? (e) How many hours of work did the attorney do? and (f) Whether the attorney's fee is contingent on recovery.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(D)(ii), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(D)(ii).

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(v), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(v).

WARNING

Applies to

Filing

To receive conformed copies by mail, include a return envelope with adequate postage.

Conformed copies of a filing will not be returned via mail unless accompanied by a return envelope with adequate postage thereon.

WARNING

Applies to

Family law case status conference statement

The family law case status conference statement includes a declaration that the filer met and conferred with the other party or attorney about the listed issues.

I have met and conferred with the other party / attorney on those issues listed in paragraph “3” above

WARNING

Applies to

Responsive pleadings

Responsive pleadings may include declarations, objections, and points and authorities.

The responding party generally must file any responsive pleadings, including declarations, objections and/or points and authorities, with the court no less than nine (9) court days prior to the date of hearing unless the court specifically ordered another time for filing.

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

If more space is needed for section 4(C)(vi), attach an additional sheet labeled with that section.

If you need more space, please attach an additional sheet of paper and label this section 4(C)(vi).

WARNING

Applies to

Settlement conference statement

I have completed and filed, or attached an up to date and current Property Declaration (FL-160)

I have completed and filed, or attached an up to date and current Property Declaration (FL-160)

INFO

Applies to

Notice of child interest

During a dependency proceeding, any interested person may notify the court of a minor’s interest or right that may need protection or pursuit in another forum.

At any time during the pendency of a dependency proceeding, any interested person may notify the court that the minor, who is the subject of the proceeding, may have an interest or right which needs to be protected or pursued in another judicial or administrative forum.

INFO

Applies to

Probate petition or motion

Parties may submit a probate petition or motion without appearing if they designate that choice in an accompanying cover letter or on the notice of hearing.

Parties may submit a probate petition or motion solely on the filed documents without an appearance if so designated either by a cover letter accompanying the initially filed papers or clear notation on the notice of hearing.

INFO

Applies to

Written complaint

A party to a juvenile court proceeding may submit a written complaint to the court about appointed counsel’s performance.

Any party to a juvenile court proceeding may lodge a written complaint with the court concerning the performance of his or her appointed attorney in a Juvenile Court proceeding.

INFO

Applies to

Written complaint

A social worker, caretaker relative, or foster parent may lodge a complaint on a minor’s behalf about the performance of the minor’s appointed attorney.

In the case of a complaint concerning the performance of an attorney appointed to represent a minor, the complaint may be lodged on the child’s behalf by the social worker, a caretaker relative, or a foster parent.

INFO

Applies to

Supporting memorandum or declaration

Supporting memoranda and declarations should include “CONFIDENTIAL” in uppercase in their captions.

The caption of any memorandum of points and authorities or declarations in support of the ex parte application should also include the word “CONFIDENTIAL” in upper case font.

INFO

Applies to

Declaration

Notice to the court may be given by filing a declaration and serving it on all parties.

Notice to the court may be given by the filing and service on all parties of a declaration.

INFO

Applies to

Probate petition or motion

Parties may submit a probate petition or motion without appearing if they designate that choice in a cover letter accompanying the initial papers or clearly on the notice of hearing.

Parties may submit a probate petition or motion solely on the filed documents without an appearance if so designated either by a cover letter accompanying the initially filed papers or clear notation on the notice of hearing.

INFO

Applies to

Language access complaint form

Anyone with a complaint or feedback about language access services may complete and submit the local Language Access Complaint Form.

If anyone has a complaint about language access services or desires to provide feedback about language access services, they may complete and submit local form Language Access Complaint Form.

INFO

Applies to

Case status conference statement

The parties are encouraged, but not required, to file a jointly prepared Case Status Conference Statement.

The parties are encouraged to file a jointly prepared Statement.

CRITICALCriminal cases

When there is no signed promise to appear, the citing officer must include a declaration explaining how the defendant's mailing address was determined.

4. Where no signed promise to appear, the citing officer must include the following: - b. Declaration establishing how the officer determined the mailing address of the defendant.