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San Diego Superior Criminal Court House is located at 220 West Broadway.
Street parking is a TWO HOUR maximum. I suggest that you find a parking lot; court hearings always take longer than expected |
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Everyone goes through security!
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Misdemeanors are handled through Departments 1, 2 and 3 located to the right of security. Misdemeanor arraignments are in Dept 1, All Custody Court (video) matters and restitution hearings are held in Dept 3, everything else happens in TSD (Trial Setting Department 2.) |
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Paperwork, dockets, fine payments, calender and proof matters are handled by the friendly and helpful clerks in room 1001, to the left of security. No joke! The clerks are exceptional in answering questions and resolving scheduling issues. They CAN NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVISE. |
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Felony matters are heard on floors two through five. All felony matters start in Department 12, (FA = Felony Arraignment.) Readiness conference is set in either Dept 29, 30 or 31 located on the third floor. Preliminary Hearings and Trials are sent from Felony Presiding Dept.11. Walk down the long hallway from the escalator, to the short hallway on the right to reach Departments 11 and 12 on the 2nd floor or Departnemts 29-30-31 on the 3rd floor. The 4th and 5th floors are reached from the elevator 1/2 way down the long hallway. |
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All courtroom hearings are recorded formal proceedings. Appropriate dress shows respect for the Court. Remember, the judges are conservative and appreciate defendants, witnesses and family members who are courteous and respectful. A suit and tie is not necessary, but low-slung pants and low-cut tops are truly inappropriate. No visible underwear! Keep jewelry to a minimum. Chewing gum, hats and cell phones are not allowed in the courtroom. |