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County context for browsing. Agency service areas may differ. Find court services → Jury duty information → Resolve a traffic ticket → Court self-help services → Find legal assistance → Find probation services → Find family court services → Find small claims court help → Find probate court information → Find restraining order help → Find court name change information → Find eviction court information → District attorney office → Coroner or medical examiner office → Public defense and court-appointed counsel → Ask for a court fee waiver → Official jury service information. Follow the court’s current instructions and the summons for your own reporting group.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — jury information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Jury Services
Jury Services Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 1d0b4211a961e7a2
Official court traffic information. Check the options and requirements for the particular citation before using an online service.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — traffic information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Traffic/Minor Offenses
Traffic/Minor Offenses Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 9e6dddb1d0484705
Official court self-help information. Confirm the topics served, appointment requirements, location and available channels.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — selfhelp information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Abuse & Harassment / Restraining Orders Domestic Violence Restraining Order Civil Harassment Restraining Order
Abuse & Harassment / Restraining Orders Domestic Violence Restraining Order Civil Harassment Restraining Order Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Order Divorce and Separation Divorce or Legal Separation Summary Dissolution Spousal Support Evicti Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 72bac11bc944612c
Official court services and division information. Use the court’s own instructions to confirm case types, access and locations.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Superior Court of Santa Barbara County
Superior Court of Santa Barbara County Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 3c150dd04bdf45cb
Court-published case lookup or records instructions. Available case types, dates, document access, registration and fees differ by court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — case information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Case Records Search
Case Records Search Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot ac12866fc31bcd50
Official court locations and contact information. Verify the division, counter hours and current services for the location before visiting.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — locations information (opens in a new tab)
Official court page text: Locations & Contact Info
Locations & Contact Info Agent source review: October 14, 2026 · Snapshot 57814362ab3fe885
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Small Claims
Small Claims Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 3c150dd04bdf45cb
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Probate
Probate Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 3c150dd04bdf45cb
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — current services and locations (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Domestic Violence Restraining Order Assistance
Domestic Violence Restraining Order Assistance Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 3c150dd04bdf45cb
The local court directs readers to a specifically identified resource for this subject. The linked provider operates that resource.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — Unlawful Detainer (opens in a new tab)
Reviewed local Eviction / unlawful detainer subject context
Self-Help - Eviction & Housing Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 85d8357d6157a4bf
Official local court information and resources for this specific subject. Confirm the applicable case type, filing channel and current instructions with the court.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California — County of Santa Barbara · Santa Barbara Superior Court — selfhelp information (opens in a new tab)
Official court link: Court Legal Resources and Free Assistance Family Law Facilitator Family Court Services Legal Resource Center PEACE Parenting Class Probate Facilitator
Court Legal Resources and Free Assistance Family Law Facilitator Family Court Services Legal Resource Center PEACE Parenting Class Probate Facilitator Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 72bac11bc944612c
Read the official district attorney office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Barbara County district attorney · Santa Barbara — district attorney (opens in a new tab)
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Skip to main contentSanta Barbara District AttorneyOffice Prosecution Civil Investigation Victim Services Statistics Contact Our Mission To pursue truth and justice by employing the highest ethical standards in vigorously prosecuting the guilty, prot Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot d9885567c0f07048
Read the official probation office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Barbara County · Santa Barbara — probation (opens in a new tab)
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es Voting Rights Probation Department Mission Statement The Santa Barbara County Probation Department's mission is to protect and serve the community by: Providing information and recommendations to the Courts. Providing safe, secure and effective juvenile detention and treatment programs. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 99ed4c8cb7317fae
Read the official public defender office information and contact the appropriate service unit.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Barbara County · Santa Barbara — public defender (opens in a new tab)
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esources Thrive SBC Join our Team Data Dashboard Contact Us Public Defender Facebook Twitter Instagram L Contact Us Public Defender Main Office 1100 Anacapa Santa Barbara 93101 Phone: 805-568-3470 Fax: 805-568-3538 Directory Quick COUNTY Links Cannabis Regulations & Licensing Career Opport Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot cb4b47516a059b40
The official sheriff page identifies the consolidated coroner role. Use the agency’s coroner contact or information section for family assistance; no person-level records are reproduced.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Santa Barbara County Sheriff · Santa Barbara official sheriff website (opens in a new tab)
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ose Command and DivisionsOffice of the SheriffSheriff Bill Brown Undersheriff Coroner’s Bureau Public Information Officer Professional Standards Unit Support ServicesOperations Support DivisionHuman Resources Bureau Training Bureau Pub Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot bb0cef24f3407a20
Official local court entrance for the specifically named information, filing channel or self-help referral. Consult the current instructions for your procedure.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara · Going to Family Law Court | Superior Court of California | County of Santa Barbara (opens in a new tab)
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If you need more time or can't attend your court date (hearing), you can ask to reschedule it. Unless you and the other side agree, you may need to give the court a good reason why you need to change the court date. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot b5e8741d458e5333
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Divorce in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Get a divorce Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 8b796c86ebb63f57
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Small claims in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Small claims in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 5e7cc71e2f3f9d1a
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Guide to wills, estates, and probate court | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Guide to wills, estates, and probate court Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 2cfa1f7bf131b533
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Restraining order | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Restraining orders Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot a53c2ed743548886
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Change your name in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Change your name in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 010a68e83578bc47
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Eviction cases in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Eviction cases in California Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot df77286ea1d89904
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Get free or low-cost legal help | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Get free or low-cost legal help Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot c0811e8d52dfe0fe
Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Judicial Council of California · Ask for a Fee Waiver | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)
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Ask for a fee waiver if you can't afford court fees Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot ac4b69cc78452ee6
Court-published links or filing information for this subject. Individual forms and any linked documents require the applicable current instructions.
Office guide → Source & saved evidence Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara · Name Changes | Superior Court of California | County of Santa Barbara (opens in a new tab)
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These are the minimum forms required by the court for the typical or standard name change. Your case may require additional forms. Agent source review: October 26, 2026 · Snapshot 3369c33d0f842c4b
Official state service profiles These 12 profiles are classified under this topic by California’s official state service directory. The county filter above does not establish local eligibility for them. Confirm availability and requirements on the official profile.
Civil Rights Department · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1316 listed under department 215
Community conflict mediation services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Health Care Access and Information, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1260 listed under department 256
File a hospital bill complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Insurance, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1170 listed under department 175
File an insurance complaint Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 81 listed under department 178
Find refugee services Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Governor, Office of the · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1115 listed under department 238
Get updates on DACA Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 79 listed under department 178
Get immigration legal help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Social Services, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1116 listed under department 178
Get DACA legal help Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Aging, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1256 listed under department 133
Home and Community Services for seniors Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Aging, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1259 listed under department 133
Legal services for older adults Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Motor Vehicles, Department of · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1211 listed under department 220
Report auto fraud Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
State of California · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1286 listed under department 317
Recovery services finder Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a
Franchise Tax Board · Official directory link
Source & saved evidence State of California · California state service profiles (opens in a new tab)
CA.gov service 1181 listed under department 236
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Agent source review: October 13, 2026 · Snapshot 82bb7fdc7a81da6a