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Jury Services

The Jury Division is responsible for summoning prospective jurors for both civil and criminal cases where the parties have elected to have a jury of their peers decide the case.

The Traffic Division has jurisdiction over Vehicle Code (infraction) violations, some local municipal ordinances and minor misdemeanors, including Fish and Game or Animal Control violations. Please note that DUI violations are NOT heard within this division.

Small Claims

The Small Claims Division has jurisdiction over civil matters where claims are for an amount less than $7500.

Crimnal

The Criminal Division has jurisdiction over felony and misdemeanor complaints filed by the District Attorney. Please note that DUI violations ARE heard within this Division.