Self-Help Information Centers provide general assistance to people who do not have attorneys. Assistance is provided in the areas of family law, evictions, small claims, name changes, guardianship, conservatorship, probate and restraining orders. You can also find information about upcoming workshops and other available assistance.
Self-Help Information Centers are open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the following court locations:
Banning Justice Center
311 E. Ramsey Street
Banning, CA. 92220
Blythe
265 N. Broadway
Blythe, CA. 92225
Hemet
880 N. State Street
Hemet, CA. 92543
Larson Justice Center
46-200 Oasis Street
Indio, CA. 92201
Riverside Family Law
4175 Main Street
Riverside, CA. 92501
Southwest Justice Center
30755-D Auld Road
Murrieta, CA. 92563
Riverside Self-Help Center
3535 10th St. - 2nd Floor
Riverside, CA. 92501
(Hours: 8am-4pm)
Corona
505 S. Buena Vista Rm. 201
Corona, CA. 92882
Palm Springs
3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA. 92262
(Hours: Tues & Thurs 8am-4pm)
Computers – Computers provide access to the Court’s website. They may also be used to complete legal documents, conduct research, find additional resources and access court records. Please note that there is a fee of $0.50 per page to print copies from a court file.
Form Packets – Commonly used form packets of legal documents are available. For instance, there are form packets for Unlawful Detainer, Divorce, and Default Judgment (Divorce).
Legal services and referrals are available to self-represented litigants according to the calendars and description below. These programs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited so plan to arrive early.
Family Law Services
There is no fee to use the centers or any assistance provided. However, you may need to pay for copies and court filing fees at the clerk's office.