Divisions

The Civil Division assists parties with cases involving: recovery of money or property in non-contract civil disputes or contract enforcement; civil rights, and, landlord tenant actions. Petitions to Change Name and various writs are also handled by the Civil Division.

The Criminal Department files, processes, and maintains criminal records of misdemeanor and felony filings within Plumas County.

The Family Law department has jurisdiction over cases involving marital and domestic partnership relationships, relationships between parents and children, and domestic violence matters.

Juvenile cases involve juvenile dependency and juvenile delinquency.

Probate court handles the transferring of legal ownership of people's property after they die.

Small Claims court is to resolve minor disputes quickly, inexpensively, and fairly. In general, small claims are limited lawsuits that amount to under $12,500.

Traffic Court handles cases that usually begin when a citation or ticket is written by a law enforcement officer. Tickets can be issued for violations of traffic laws and other non-traffic offenses.