Divisions

There are various types of adoptions; some handled by an agency and some by private parties. 

A non-prevailing party in a case may ask a higher court to review the decision in their case and determine if the decision was correct.

The Civil Division of the court handles cases where one party sues another to recover money or property, enforce a contract, collect damages, or protect civil rights.

A criminal case is a proceeding in which someone is charged with a public offense, evidence is presented on both sides, and a decision is made as to the person's guilt.

Family Court Services serves parties who need to file for cases relating to family matters.

Guardianship is a court proceeding in which a judge gives someone who is not the parent custody of a child, or the power to manage the child's property (called "estate"), or both.

San Benito Superior Court’s Human Resources Department provides information and services regarding benefits, employment opportunities and much more.

Juvenile Delinquency cases and Juvenile Dependency cases involve any persons under the age of 18 (minors).

Probate and Conservatorship matters address a person’s finances upon death or the care of an adult person that is unable to care for themselves or their finances.

Small claims cases are lawsuits that do not exceed $7,500.  An unlawful detainer matter is a case in which a landlord seeks to evict a tenant.

The Traffic Division handles only Infraction matters for Traffic violations, Fish & Game violations, local city and county ordinances, boating, and dog/animal citations.