Welcome to Plumas Superior Court Self-Help
Self-Help Services
Plumas Superior Court Family Court Services provides self-help services for the following case types:
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Dissolution, Legal Separation and Nullity
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Petition to Establish Parental Relationship
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Good Faith Mediation for Custody, Visitation and Support lssues
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Guardianships
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Stepparent Adoptions
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Supervised Visitation
Small Claims Advisor
The Office of County Counsel serves as the Small Claims Advisor for Plumas Superior Court. If you need assistance with Small Claims matters, please visit County Counsel in:
Room 115, Plumas County Courthouse
520 Main Street, Quincy, CA
Office Hours:
Monday -Thursday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Contact Information:
- Phone: (530) 283-6240
- Email: SmallClaimsAdvice@countyofplumas.com
Family Law Facilitator
The Family Law Facilitator is available to help both parents and all other parties who have questions about family law issues, including child support, spousal support, health insurance, and the availability of community resources to help families.
How to Get Assistance
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Online
Answers to many of your questions regarding court processes, requirements, as well as assistance in filling out your court forms can be found online. See the Online Resources page for more information.
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In-Person & Telephone
Family Law
Plumas Superior Court Family Court Services provides in-person and telephone self-help services for certain Family Law matters. To schedule an appointment, please call the court at (530) 283-6232.Small Claims
Need help with a Small Claims matter? Plumas County Counsel serves as the Small Claims Advisor for Plumas Superior Court. For assistance, contact County Counsel in Room 115 of the Courthouse or by phone at (530) 283-6240 or email SmallClaimsAdvice@countyofplumas.com. County Counsel's office hours are Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. -
SHARP Help Centers
The Self-Help Assistance and Referral Program (SHARP), a court supported Self-Help Center, provides free assistance to self-represented people who do not have attorneys. The program can provide support to all parties in a case ranging from assistance with forms, legal information, and education. See the SHARP Contact page for information on contacting the various centers.
External Agencies & Resources
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Small Claims Advisor
Plumas County Counsel serves as the Small Claims Advisor for Plumas Superior Court. The Small Claims Advisor can answer questions regarding Small Claims cases.
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Room 115, Plumas County Courthouse
520 Main Street, Quincy, CAPhone: (530) 283-6240
Hours: M -Th 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Plumas Rural Services
"Plumas Rural Services is a Northeastern California community based, non-profit organization providing services and opportunities for the well being of local residents and families to improve quality of life and self sufficiency by promoting health, education, prevention and treatment."
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Website: Plumas Rural Services
Phone: (530) 283-5675
Plumas-Sierra Crisis Line (After Hours): 1-888-723-2968
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Child Support Services
"Our mission is to promote the well-being of children and the self-sufficiency of families by delivering first-rate service that helps both parents meet the financial, medical, and emotional needs of their children."
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Website: Department of Child Support Services
Phone: (866) 901-3212
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Plumas County Victim/Witness Assistance
"The Plumas County Victim/Witness Assistance Program is designed to assist people who have been involved in a crime. We are here to help make the criminal justice system more understandable, accessible, and responsive to the concerns of victims and witnesses."
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270 County Hospital Road, Suite 128
Quincy, CA 95971Website: Victim/Witness Assistance Program
Phone: (530) 283-6285
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Plumas County Behavorial Health
"Our Mission is to provide respectful, culturally sensitive, and strength-based behavioral health services that promote wellness, self-sufficiency, and recovery from mental illness and/or addiction."
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270 County Hospital Road, Suite 109
Quincy, CA 95971Website: Behavorial Health
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Plumas County Law Library
"Established in 1905, the Plumas County Law Library is located at 514 Jackson Street behind the county courthouse in Quincy. The library offers legal resources to serve the research needs of the judiciary, members of the state bar, county officials and employees, and the general public."
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514 Jackson Street
Quincy, CA 95971Website: Plumas County Law Library
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California Self-Help Center
California's self-help guide offers resources to navigate the legal system without an attorney.
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Lawyer Referral Services
Lawyer referral services are offered by the California Bar Association.
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Families Change
A guide to separation and divorce. Resources are available for all members of the family.
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Legal Services of Northern California
Legal Services of Northern California provides assistance to low-income clients who meet the eligibility requirements.