PUBLIC NOTICE

In accordance with the Presiding Judge’s Order, the Carol Miller Justice Center generally remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please refer to the specific operational area below for additional information:

Traffic:

All traffic hearings are being held exclusively via the internet using Zoom, a video conference application. At this time, you may only see a judge via Zoom; you may not see a judge in person.

There are many options to resolve your case without appearing in court, unless an appearance is required. Please refer to the Traffic Division’s Public Notice for additional information.

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Please note that the Carol Miller Justice Center is only open for DUI appearances Only parties scheduled for these hearings will be permitted to enter the building.

Information regarding scheduled appearances:

If you have a scheduled video arraignment hearing, you must read the following documents prior to your court appearance.

• Zoom Reference Guide for Arraignment Participants. This guide provides general information about your Zoom appearance as well specific directions on how to access your Zoom meeting link to appear in court.
• Traffic Arraignment Advisement of Rights. This notice contains important information regarding your rights and the arraignment process.

If you have a scheduled court trial, post sentencing, or motion hearing, you can obtain the link to appear in court via Zoom by accessing your case on the Public Case Access System (PCAS). For additional instructions, please read the Zoom Reference Guide for Hearing Participants..

For assistance with a traffic matter, please select one of the following options:

• • Contact the Traffic Call Center at 916-669-5712 . Hours: Monday – Friday 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday – 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

• Utilize the Traffic Virtual Public Counter to obtain assistance remotely via Zoom. You can show proof of correction, set up payments, pay in full or check-in for a video arraignment appearance. A device that has audio and video capabilities is required. Click HERE to enter the virtual waiting room. Hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Contact the Traffic Division via email. Click HERE and list your full name, citation or case number, driver’s license and a summary of your request. Please allow 1-2 business days to receive a response.

Small Claims:

The Sacramento Superior Court resumed Small Claims trials on August 3, 2020.

• Small Claims trials and mediations are being held via video conference (Zoom) only.
• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the courthouse is not open to accept filings in person.
• To file papers with the court for a small claims matter, please send via mail or place in the drop-box located at the Carol Miller Justice Center, Small Claims Division, 301 Bicentennial Circle, Sacramento, CA 95826-2701.
• For general information, please email the Small Claims Division at scefile@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7746.
• For legal assistance, please email the Advisory Clinic at SCUDAdvisors@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7846.

Landlord/Tenant (Unlawful Detainer):

In accordance with the passage of AB 3088 on August 31, 2020, the Sacramento Superior Court will resume filing Unlawful Detainer actions on September 9, 2020; after the expiration of the Court’s Emergency Relief Order dated August 17, 2020).

• Unlawful Detainer trials and mediations will be held via video conference (Zoom) only.
• Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the courthouse is not open to accept filings in person.
• To file papers with the court for an unlawful detainer matter, please send via mail or place in the drop-box located at the Carol Miller Justice Center, Unlawful Detainer Division, 301 Bicentennial Circle, Sacramento, CA 95826-2701.
• For general information, please email the Unlawful Detainer Division at udefile@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7746.
• For legal assistance, please email the Advisory Clinic at SCUDAdvisors@saccourt.ca.gov or call (916) 875-7846.