Find Shasta County Civil Records

Civil court records in Shasta County are managed by the Superior Court of California, County of Shasta. The court serves Redding and other county areas from its main courthouse. You can search case information online through the Tyler Technologies Odyssey portal. The system gives access to case indexes, registers of actions, and court calendars. Most civil filings are public records under state law. Search tools let you find cases by party name, case number, or attorney. The portal displays basic case details at no charge but fees apply when you download actual court documents from the system.

Shasta County Court Portal

The Shasta Superior Court uses Tyler Technologies Odyssey software for its online public access portal. Visit portal.shasta.courts.ca.gov to search cases. The portal covers civil, family, probate, small claims, and criminal cases filed in Shasta County. Each case type has its own search area within the system.

Enter a party name to find all cases involving that person or business. You can also search by case number if you already know it. The portal shows the register of actions, which lists all filings and court events. Click on a case to see dates, hearing results, and what documents were filed. This system updates daily with new filings and court orders.

Most unlimited civil cases and limited civil cases appear in the portal. Small claims records are also included. You do not need an account to search. Just visit the portal and start looking up cases. Results appear right away after you enter your search terms.

Shasta County Courthouse

The Shasta County Superior Court is located at 1500 Court Street in Redding, California 96001. This is the main courthouse for all civil matters in the county. Phone the civil division at (530) 245-6789 for general questions. Court hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Walk-in service is available during court hours. Bring a photo ID if you want to review physical case files. The clerk's office handles filing new cases, paying fees, and getting copies of documents. Lines can be long during lunch hours and first thing in the morning. Afternoons tend to be less busy.

Park in the public lots near the courthouse or use street parking. Meter parking is enforced during business hours. Security screening occurs at the courthouse entrance. Leave weapons, large bags, and prohibited items at home or in your car. The court website lists what you cannot bring inside.

Getting Copies and Fees

You can get copies of civil court records in several ways. The online portal lets you download documents for a fee. Visit the courthouse in person to review files and request copies at the clerk's office. Send a written request by mail with payment.

Copy fees follow California state law. Each page costs $0.50. A certified copy adds $40 to certify the entire document. If you need 30 pages certified, you pay $15.00 for copies plus $40.00 for the certification, totaling $55.00. Exemplification costs $50 plus copy fees.

The court charges a search fee if staff must look for records without a case number. This fee is $15 for searches taking over 10 minutes. Provide the case number whenever possible to avoid the search charge. Case numbers speed up the process too.

Filing fees in Shasta County match the statewide schedule set by California law. An unlimited civil complaint where the amount exceeds $35,000 costs $435 to file. The defendant's answer also costs $435. Limited civil fees are lower based on the amount in dispute. Small claims filings range from $30 to $75 depending on claim size.

Civil Case Types in Shasta

Shasta County Superior Court handles many kinds of civil disputes. Unlimited civil cases involve more than $35,000. Common unlimited cases include personal injury from car accidents, medical malpractice, breach of contract, real estate disputes, and business litigation. These cases often have discovery, depositions, expert witnesses, and trials that can last days or weeks.

Limited civil cases cover amounts between $10,000 and $35,000. Landlord-tenant disputes, property damage claims, contract disagreements, and debt collection fall under limited civil jurisdiction. Unlawful detainer eviction cases are limited civil matters. Procedures are simpler than in unlimited cases and trials are shorter.

Small claims court handles disputes up to $10,000 for most plaintiffs. Businesses that file more than 12 small claims per year are limited to $5,000 per case. Lawyers are not allowed in small claims. Both sides present evidence and the judge decides. Common small claims cases include:

• Security deposit disputes
• Minor car accident property damage
• Unpaid loans between individuals
• Service or product complaints under $10,000
• Breach of simple contracts

Probate cases deal with estates of people who died. The court oversees distribution of assets, appointment of executors, and resolution of will contests. Guardianship and conservatorship matters also go through probate court. These cases have special procedures and timelines.

Public Access and Privacy Rules

Most civil case records are public in California. You can search for any case and view the register of actions. You do not need to be a party or have a reason. The law gives everyone the right to inspect court records. But some information is restricted to protect privacy or for legal reasons.

Family law cases have limited online access. You can see the register but not the actual filed documents remotely. This protects privacy in divorce, custody, and support cases. Criminal records also have restrictions. The register of actions is public but many documents require courthouse access only.

Financial account numbers are redacted from public records. Social Security numbers are removed too. Information about minor children in custody cases is often sealed or restricted. A party can ask the judge to seal sensitive records by showing good cause. Sealed records do not appear in public searches.

How Long Do Requests Take

Online searches give instant results. Type a name or case number and the portal displays matches right away. If you download a document online, it becomes available in minutes after payment processes. The system is fast for routine searches and downloads.

In-person requests at the courthouse depend on how busy the clerk's office is. If the file is on-site and staff are available, you might get copies in under an hour. If the file is stored off-site, retrieval takes longer. Ask the clerk for an estimate when you make your request.

Written requests sent by mail take the longest. The court processes them in order of arrival. Processing time varies with workload. Include your contact information so staff can call or email with questions. If you need records fast, use the online portal or visit in person instead of mailing a request.

Certified copies take extra time because staff must review the document, prepare the certification, and attach the official seal. Plan for at least a few extra days if you need certification. Rush service is not available in most cases.

Cities in Shasta County

Shasta County includes Redding and other communities. All civil cases from county residents are filed at Shasta County Superior Court.

Nearby Counties

Shasta County borders other counties that have separate Superior Court systems.