The Civil Division of the Court processes actions brought by people, businesses or parties to recover property, to force someone to honor a contract, or to protect one's personal rights. This Division handles all civil matters, including family law, probate, guardianships, conservatorships, minor's compromises, civil, small claims and adoptions.

The Civil Division provides family law information, referral assistance to the public, legal forms and procedural guidance. Court employees are available to assist you, but are prohibited by law from giving legal advice.

Family law is the general term used to refer to the various actions regarding marital relationships and relationships between parents and children, as well as domestic violence.

For more information, see links below:

Civil FAQ’s
Family Law FAQ’s
Self-Help
California Courts Online Self-Help Center
California Courts Online Forms
Probate Court Conservatorships FAQ’s
Probate Court Guardianships FAQ’s
Statewide Civil Fee Schedule (effective June 27, 2012)
Tehama County Court Local Rules (pdf)