Access Yuba County Civil Records

Civil litigation records for Yuba County are maintained by the Superior Court of California, County of Yuba. The courthouse in Marysville serves as the main filing location for all civil cases in the county. Public access to case information is available through an online portal using Tyler Technologies Odyssey software. Search by party name, case number, or attorney to locate cases. The portal displays registers of actions, court calendars, and case indexes at no charge for viewing. Documents filed in cases can be downloaded for a fee. California law makes most civil court records accessible to the public, with certain exceptions for sensitive case types.

Yuba County Online Portal

The Yuba County Superior Court provides online access through portal-cayuba.tylertech.cloud. This Tyler Technologies Odyssey system covers civil, criminal, family, probate, small claims, and traffic cases. You can search without creating an account. Enter search criteria and the portal displays matching cases from the court database.

Search by typing a person's full name or business entity name. The system returns all cases where that party appears. Results show the case number, filing date, case type, and current status. Click on any case to view the complete register of actions. This register lists every document filed, every motion made, all hearings held, and all orders issued by the judge.

If you have the case number, use that to search instead. Case number searches are precise and fast. The portal updates daily as new filings occur and court events happen. Basic case information is free to view. Downloading actual filed documents requires payment through the portal's payment system. Fees go to the court to cover the cost of providing online access.

Yuba County Courthouse Location

The Superior Court of California, County of Yuba is located at 215 5th Street in Marysville, California 95901. All civil cases for the county are filed here. The main court phone number is (530) 740-1300. The civil division clerk's office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Walk in during business hours to file documents, pay fees, or request copies of records. Staff at the clerk's office can help with procedural questions and forms. They cannot give legal advice about your case but can explain court rules and filing requirements. Bring photo ID if you want to review physical case files.

Public parking is available near the courthouse. Some spaces have time limits. Read parking signs carefully to avoid tickets. Security screening occurs at the courthouse entrance. Leave prohibited items at home or in your vehicle. Weapons, recording devices without prior approval, and large bags are not allowed inside.

Record Fees and Costs

Yuba County follows California state law for copy fees. Each page costs $0.50 to copy. A 50-page document costs $25.00 for plain copies. Certified copies add a $40 certification fee to the total. If you certify those 50 pages, you pay $25.00 for copies plus $40.00 for certification, which equals $65.00 total.

Search fees apply when staff must locate records without a case number. The fee is $15 for searches taking over 10 minutes. Provide case numbers to avoid this charge and get faster service. Exemplification costs $50 plus copy fees. This higher form of certification is sometimes required for out-of-state use or special legal purposes.

Filing fees in Yuba County match the statewide fee schedule. Filing an unlimited civil complaint where the amount exceeds $35,000 costs $435. The defendant pays $435 to file an answer in an unlimited case. Limited civil cases have lower fees based on the amount in dispute. A complaint seeking $10,000 to $35,000 costs $370 to file. An answer in a case under $10,000 costs $225.

Small claims filing fees range from $30 to $75 depending on the amount of your claim. Claims under $1,500 cost $30. Claims from $1,500 to $5,000 cost $50. Claims over $5,000 cost $75. Fee waivers are available for low-income parties who qualify. Ask the clerk for fee waiver forms and instructions.

Civil Case Categories

Yuba County Superior Court handles unlimited civil cases involving more than $35,000. These include personal injury lawsuits from car crashes, slip and fall accidents, and dog bites. Medical malpractice cases go to unlimited civil court. Business disputes over contracts, fraud, and partnership disagreements are unlimited civil matters. Real estate litigation involving title disputes, boundary lines, and construction defects also falls under unlimited jurisdiction.

Limited civil cases cover $10,000 to $35,000 in damages. Landlord-tenant disputes are common limited civil cases. Property damage claims, contract disagreements, and debt collection lawsuits often qualify as limited civil. Unlawful detainer eviction proceedings fall under limited civil jurisdiction. These cases have simpler procedures than unlimited cases. Discovery is more restricted and trials are shorter.

Small claims court provides a streamlined process for disputes up to $10,000. Individuals can file claims up to that limit. Businesses that file more than 12 small claims per year are limited to $5,000 per claim. Lawyers cannot represent parties in small claims hearings. Both sides present their evidence directly to the judge. The judge usually decides the case that same day. Common small claims cases are:

• Security deposit fights after a tenant moves out
• Minor vehicle damage from accidents
• Personal loans that were not repaid
• Disputes over work quality or product defects
• Breach of simple contracts

Probate matters involve estates of deceased persons. The court supervises distribution of assets according to wills or intestacy laws. Executors are appointed to manage estates. Creditors can file claims against estates. Will contests are heard in probate court. Guardianships and conservatorships also go through the probate division when someone cannot manage their own affairs.

Public Access Rules

Most civil court records in California are public. Anyone can search for cases online or at the courthouse. You do not need to be involved in the case. You do not need to give a reason for wanting the records. State law gives the public a right to access court files. But some types of information are restricted or confidential.

Family law cases have limits on online access. The register of actions is available remotely but the actual filed documents are not. You must visit the courthouse to see documents in most family cases. This protects privacy in divorce, custody, and support matters. Criminal cases also restrict document access online. The case register is public but you need courthouse access to view the actual filings.

Sensitive information is removed from public records. Financial account numbers are redacted. Social Security numbers are blacked out or truncated. Information about minor children is often sealed in custody cases. A party can ask the court to seal records by filing a motion and proving good cause. Once sealed, those records do not appear in public searches.

Unlawful detainer eviction cases have a 60-day confidentiality period under California law. Case information is not available to the public during the first 60 days after filing unless you are a party or provide specific case details. After 60 days, the case becomes fully public if judgment was entered for the plaintiff after trial.

How Long Do Requests Take

Online searches give results instantly. Type a name and cases appear in seconds. Download a document and it becomes available within minutes after payment. The online portal is the fastest way to get basic case information and documents that are available electronically.

In-person requests at the courthouse vary by workload. If staff are not busy and the file is on-site, you might get copies in under an hour. If the file is stored off-site, it must be retrieved first. This adds time. Ask the clerk how long retrieval will take when you make your request. Bring the case number to speed things up.

Written requests by mail take the longest. The court processes them in order received. Processing time depends on current workload. It can take several weeks during busy periods. Include complete contact information on all mail requests so staff can reach you with questions. If you need records quickly, use the online portal or visit in person rather than mailing a request.

Cities in Yuba County

Yuba County includes Marysville and other communities. All civil cases from these areas are filed at Yuba County Superior Court.

Nearby Counties

Yuba County borders other counties that maintain separate court systems.