Public Notices

• Unlawful Detainer Process to Request Remote Appearance
• Implementation of Electronic Filing in Limited Civil Unlawful Detainer Cases Effective June 17, 2024
• Carol Miller Justice Center Unlawful Detainer Jury Trial Process May 1, 2023

Information on Rental Assistance

• Click Here to Obtain Information on Rental Assistance - external link
  • State of California Emergency Covid-19 Rental Relief - external link
  • Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA2) Program - external link

Online Services for Unlawful Detainer

• Search for Unlawful Detainer Case Information New!
• Unlawful Detainer (Landlord / Tenant) e-Filing New!
• Answer / Default / Hearing / Fee Waiver Report
• Judicial Staffing

Court Process and General Information

• Choosing the Correct Court
• Glossary of Terms
• Landlord Information
  • Landlord Frequently Asked Questions
• Tenant Information
  • Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
• Advisory Clinic
• Mediation Program
• Community Resources
• Fees and Forms
• Appeals
• Exhibits

Night Court

Night Court services at the Carol Miller Justice Center (CMJC) are provided remotely on the 2^nd Wednesday of each month from 5:00 p.m. to 6: 15 p.m. If the 2^nd Wednesday of the month is a court holiday, Night Court will occur on the 2^nd Thursday of that same month. Services provided include: video hearings and Mediation and Advisory Clinic Workshop utilizing Zoom, a video conferencing application.

Please note: Interpreter services are not currently available during the Night Court hours.

For an Advisory Clinic Workshop, click HERE or contact the Advisory Clinic at SCUDAdvisors@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7846.

For more information regarding Night Court Mediation, contact the Mediation Program at SCUDAdvisors@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7843.

Location Information

• Location and Hours - Carol Miller Justice Center

Public kiosks are located on the 2nd floor of the Carol Miller Justice Center in the Small Claims Department/Unlawful Detainer Department.

• Location and Hours - Downtown