Members of the public may bring laptops into the Merced courthouse. Laptops are still not allowed in the juvenile courthouse

Cell phones with cameras are permitted within the courthouse, but they cannot be used to photograph, record or broadcast from within the courthouse without prior court approval. Use of a cell phone to photograph, record or broadcast from within the courthouse without prior court approval may subject the user to confiscation of the item misused, a citation for contempt of court or an order imposing monetary sanctions as provided by law pursuant to California Rules of Court, Rule 1.150 and local court rules.

Children in the courthouse must be closely supervised. The court does not provide child care services at this time.

A factory sealed plastic water or soda bottle is permitted

Anyone entering is subject to search at anytime. The Sheriff's office is not responsible for lost, stolen or misplaced personal items. We will not store any items.