Online Resources
Internal Resources
Internal resources can only be accessed from inside the Self-Help Center.
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NOTICE: The Self Help Center is closed to the public for walk-in services.
Services are available via telephone, Monday – Friday, between the hours of 8 am and 12 pm at (209) 725-4168, by email to selfhelp@mercedcourt.org or smallclaims.advisor@mercedcourt.org
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The Self Help Center is located on the first floor of the Merced Courthouse and the first floor of the Los Banos Courthouse. Please check the table below for dates and times of operation.
There is a team of paralegals and an attorney available to assist you with the following case types:
- Landlord/Tenant (Unlawful Detainer or Eviction)
- Domestic Violence
- Family Law
- Name Change
- Guardianship of a Minor
- Civil Harassment
- Small Claims
- Emancipation
- Restraining Orders
You can also receive assistance with completing your forms online and e-filing your documents. Customers are seen on a first come, first serve basis as time allows. You must come in person to receive assistance with your matter.
Computers are available for public use to complete your forms online, e-filing and looking up your case information. Forms and self-help materials are available on this web site, see the ‘Related Links’ section list on the left side of this page.
Merced | Los Banos |
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Address 2260 N Street, Room 1400 Merced, CA 95340 |
Address 1159 "G" Street Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Office Hours 7:45 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Monday - Friday |
Office Hours 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Mondays and Thursdays only |