… provide information that will explain and guide you through court processes and make it easier for you to handle your court case if you don't have a lawyer. You can learn about court … website: Need to contact the court? See our Contact Us  page for information on how to call or visit the multiple court locations in San Diego County. Looking for a form? Find both state and local forms on the  Forms  page. Looking for information about a particular case? Visit the  Court Index  to search for a case number and see information on where to find …

… claim. The plaintiff cannot give the defendant a copy of the claim; the plaintiff must arrange for someone else to do it. Anyone who is over the age of 18 and who is not a party to the case, … your claim will send a copy of the claim by certified mail. There is a fee for this service. Visit our Fees page to view the list of fees. Important Note: If the named defendant does not … was delivered.  The mailing must be by regular mail, not certified mail. For more information, visit the California Courts Self-Help Center . …

… Criminal Glossary Criminal Legal Definitions Adjourn To close a court session for a time. Admonish To warn, advise, scold. Affidavit A written declaration or statement of … Amend To add to or alter a charge that has been filed. Appeal A request to a higher court for review of a lower court ruling. Appellant A person who appeals a judgment of a court. … is set at this hearing. Arrest Taking, under real or assumed authority, custody of another for the purpose of holding or detaining the person to answer a criminal charge or civil demand. …