San Luis Obispo County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$435
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Required
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Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
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Main courthouse: Civil & Family Law Branch, 1050 Monterey St, Rm 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408Clerk counter: Mon-Thu 8:30 AM-12:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$435
Small claims$30 to $75
Divorce / family$435

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $435, the civil filing fee in San Luis Obispo County is about the same as nearby counties (median $435 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Civil & Family Law Branch
Civil & Family Law Branch · Mon-Thu 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Courthouses in San Luis Obispo County

CivilFamilyProbateSmall ClaimsEviction

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Civil and Family Law Branch

Address
1050 Monterey St, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, 93408
CriminalTraffic

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Criminal Branch

Address
1050 Monterey St, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, 93408
Traffic

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Grover Beach Branch

Address
214 S 16th St, Grover Beach, 93433
Juvenile

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Juvenile Services Center

Address
1065 Kansas Ave, San Luis Obispo, 93408
CivilCriminalFamilyTraffic

Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Paso Robles Branch

Address
901 Park St, Paso Robles, 93446

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in San Luis Obispo County?

    The civil filing fee in San Luis Obispo County, California is $435.00 (unlimited civil first paper, over $25,000)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in San Luis Obispo County?

    $30.00-$75.00 (by claim amount)

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in San Luis Obispo County?

    $435.00 (petition for dissolution of marriage)

  • Can I e-file court documents in San Luis Obispo County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey eFileCA. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for San Luis Obispo County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at slo.courts.ca.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in San Luis Obispo County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo - Civil & Family Law Branch, located at 1050 Monterey St, Rm 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. You can reach the clerk at (805) 706-3600.

San Luis Obispo County Superior Court: (805) 706-3600, Hours & $435 Filing Fee | 1Court