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The Superior Court of California, County of Amador is the county's single trial court. It hears criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, mental health, and juvenile matters at its Jackson courthouse.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Superior Court of California, County of Amador |
| Main Address | Amador Courthouse, 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 |
| Main Phone | 209-257-2605 (Clerk's Office) |
| Website | www.amador.courts.ca.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 2 authorized judges and 1 subordinate judicial officer (3 total authorized judicial positions) as of June 30, 2025 (Judicial Council, FY 2024-25) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Jackson) |
| Handles | Criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, mental health, and juvenile matters |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court), parking tickets (issuing agency), and appeals (California Court of Appeal) |
| Online Case Search | Case Search and Payments |
| Criminal Records Requests | In person at 500 Argonaut Lane, or by mail with the Records Search Request form |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | Amador Court Online Payment System |
How to Search Amador County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if known, and approximate dates ready before you search. File copies must be requested in person or by mail.
Online
Go to Case Search and Payments to look up case information.
Online requests for file copies are not offered.
The court does not send court files electronically or by fax.
Best for: Looking up case information
In Person
Go to 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642, during office hours.
Bring a valid photo ID to view a file.
Files must be viewed in the Clerk's Office and cannot be removed.
Best for: Viewing or copying court files
By Mail
Send the Records Search Request form to 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642.
Include the case number, party names, and a self-addressed stamped envelope for copies.
Requests may be placed in the lobby drop-box when the Clerk's Office is closed.
Best for: Copies when you cannot visit in person
Search by Name on CaliforniaCourtAccess.org
Go to CaliforniaCourtAccess.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types at once without a case number.
Confirm results in the official court portal, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Amador County Court Statistics (FY 2024-25)
Amador County's Superior Court received 6,300 new filings in fiscal year 2024-25 and reported 5,804 dispositions. Its filings per authorized judicial position rank 46 of 58 counties.
6,300
Total filings in FY 2024-25 (FY 2023-24: 5,749)
5,804
Total dispositions in FY 2024-25 (FY 2023-24: 5,927)
2,100
Filings per judicial position (rank 46 of 58 counties; 1 = most)
+9.6%
Change in total filings vs FY 2023-24 (5,749)
| Metric | FY 2024-25 | FY 2023-24 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 6,300 | 5,749 | +9.6% |
| Total Dispositions | 5,804 | 5,927 | -2.1% |
| Criminal Filings (includes traffic) | 4,707 | 4,394 | +7.1% |
| Civil Filings (includes small claims) | 850 | 696 | +22.1% |
| Family Law Filings | 430 | 365 | +17.8% |
| Probate Filings | 109 | 99 | +10.1% |
| Mental Health Filings | 71 | 63 | +12.7% |
| Juvenile Filings (delinquency and dependency) | 79 | 61 | +29.5% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | 3.0 | 3.0 | No change |
The largest driver of the change was criminal (+313 filings), followed by civil (+154).
How Have Court Filings Changed in Amador County?
Total filings in Amador County moved up over the five fiscal years shown; dispositions are shown beside filings.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2024-25 | 6,300 | 5,804 | +9.6% |
| FY 2023-24 | 5,749 | 5,927 | -7.6% |
| FY 2022-23 | 6,222 | 5,876 | +9.9% |
| FY 2021-22 | 5,664 | 5,592 | -8.6% |
| FY 2020-21 | 6,194 | 5,865 | -10.3% |
Total filings changed +1.7% between FY 2020-21 and FY 2024-25, from 6,194 to 6,300. The largest annual change was +9.9% in FY 2022-23. The latest change, FY 2024-25, was +9.6%, led by criminal filings (+313).
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Amador County?
Criminal cases make up the largest share of Amador County filings at 74.7% of the 6,300 filed in FY 2024-25.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2024-25 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 4,707 | 74.7% | +7.1% |
| Traffic infractions | 3,461 | 54.9% | +7.2% |
| Traffic misdemeanors | 272 | 4.3% | +5.4% |
| Felonies | 425 | 6.7% | -5.8% |
| Nontraffic misdemeanors and infractions | 549 | 8.7% | +20.7% |
| Civil | 850 | 13.5% | +22.1% |
| Unlimited civil | 210 | 3.3% | -17.6% |
| Limited civil (includes unlawful detainer) | 551 | 8.7% | +50.1% |
| Small claims | 89 | 1.4% | +20.3% |
| Family law | 430 | 6.8% | +17.8% |
| Mental health | 71 | 1.1% | +12.7% |
| Probate | 109 | 1.7% | +10.1% |
| Juvenile delinquency | 40 | 0.6% | +66.7% |
| Juvenile dependency | 39 | 0.6% | +5.4% |
| Appeals and habeas corpus | 54 | 0.9% | -23.9% |
Juvenile delinquency cases were the fastest-growing category at +66.7%, while unlimited civil cases fell fastest at -17.6%.
How Does Amador County Compare With California Overall?
Amador County accounted for 0.12% of the 5,306,078 cases filed statewide in California superior courts in FY 2024-25, and its filings grew 9.6% while statewide filings grew 8.5%.
| Metric | Amador County | California | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 6,300 | 5,306,078 | 0.12% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +9.6% | +8.5% | +1.1 points vs state |
| Filings per judicial position | 2,100 | 2,636 | -20.3% vs state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | 1,697 | 1,741 | -2.5% vs state |
| Criminal share of filings (includes traffic) | 74.7% | 70.1% | +4.6 points vs state |
| Civil share of filings (includes small claims) | 13.5% | 19.5% | -6.1 points vs state |
| Family law share of filings | 6.8% | 5.9% | +1.0 points vs state |
Amador County's criminal share is higher than the statewide share and its civil share is lower. Its filings per judicial position are below the statewide figure.
Amador County Crime Statistics (2024)
These figures cover offenses reported by all law enforcement agencies in Amador County, as published by California DOJ OpenJustice. Total reported crimes fell 7.3%, from 493 in 2023 to 457 in 2024.
128
Violent crimes in 2024 (2023: 101)
329
Property crimes in 2024 (2023: 392)
~304.6
Violent crime rate per 100K residents
-7.3%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2023 (457 vs 493)
| Offense | 2024 | Rate per 100K | 2023 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | ~0.0 | 2 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 19 | ~45.2 | 14 | +35.7% |
| Robbery | 8 | ~19.0 | 6 | +33.3% |
| Aggravated assault | 101 | ~240.3 | 79 | +27.8% |
| Violent crimes total | 128 | ~304.6 | 101 | +26.7% |
| Burglary | 33 | ~78.5 | 34 | -2.9% |
| Larceny-theft | 267 | ~635.3 | 319 | -16.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 29 | ~69.0 | 39 | -25.6% |
| Property crimes total | 329 | ~782.8 | 392 | -16.1% |
Amador's 2024 violent crime rate of ~304.6 per 100K is below the statewide rate of ~477.1, and its property crime rate of ~782.8 is below the statewide rate of ~2069.1.
Amador County Courthouse Locations
Amador County has one Superior Court courthouse, at 500 Argonaut Lane in Jackson. Check your notice or ticket for the division and department assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amador Courthouse (Jackson) | 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642 | 209-257-2605 (Clerk's Office) | Traffic Division; traffic payments and payment plans; records search and copy requests in person or by mail |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Amador County?
All criminal, civil, family, probate, mental health, and juvenile matters in Amador County are heard by the Superior Court. Matters handled outside the court are flagged in the table.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Superior Court, Traffic | Pay online, by phone, by mail, or in person; payment plans are set up through the clerk. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the Superior Court. |
| Misdemeanor | Superior Court, Criminal | Misdemeanor charges are heard in the Superior Court criminal division. |
| Felony | Superior Court, Criminal | Felony charges are heard in the Superior Court criminal division. |
| DUI | Superior Court, Criminal | DUI charges are heard in the Superior Court; check the charge on your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | Superior Court, Criminal or Family Law | Criminal charges go to the criminal division, and protective orders go to family law. |
| Civil lawsuit | Superior Court, Civil | Civil lawsuits are filed with the Superior Court. |
| Small claims | Superior Court, Small Claims | Small claims cases are heard by the Superior Court. |
| Eviction | Superior Court, Unlawful Detainer | Eviction cases are filed as unlawful detainer cases in the Superior Court. |
| Divorce | Superior Court, Family Law | Divorce cases are filed with the Superior Court family law division. |
| Child custody or support | Superior Court, Family Law | Custody and support orders are handled by the family law division. |
| Probate or estate | Superior Court, Probate | Probate and estate matters are heard by the Superior Court probate division. |
| Juvenile case | Superior Court, Juvenile | Juvenile delinquency and dependency cases are heard in the juvenile division. |
| Appeal | California Court of Appeal | Appeals from Superior Court judgments go to the appellate court, not the trial court. |
Are Amador County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Amador County Superior Court records are public, with exceptions. California Rules of Court, rules 2.500 to 2.507, govern public access to trial court records, and juvenile and sealed records are restricted.
Public records
Most case files may be viewed in the Clerk's Office during office hours. Files cannot be removed from the court.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile court records are confidential, and most people must file a Petition for Disclosure (JV-570) to see them. Sealed records require a court order to view.
Online access
Case Search and Payments lets you look up cases online. The court does not offer online requests for file copies and does not send court files electronically or by fax.
In-person access
View files at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, during office hours with a valid photo ID. Cameras, including phones with cameras, may not be used to photograph file contents.
Fees
The court lists a $40 fee to certify a copy, $0.50 per side to prepare a copy, $1 per page to compare a copy, $15 for a search longer than 10 minutes, and $25 for audio recordings.
How to Search Amador County Court Records Online
Use Amador County's online case search to find case information, and request file copies from the Clerk's Office, since the court does not offer online file-copy requests.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Open Case Search and Payments and search by party name or case number.
- Review the case details shown in the search results.
- Request copies in person or by mail with the Records Search Request form.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Case Search and Payments | Case information | Court does not state which record types appear; file copies by request only |
| Traffic | Case Search and Payments; pay at nCourt | Case status and payment | Payment through nCourt carries a convenience fee |
| Civil | Case Search and Payments | Case information | File copies by request only |
| Small claims | Case Search and Payments | Case information | File copies by request only |
| Family law | Case Search and Payments | Case information | Sealed records require a court order |
| Probate | Case Search and Payments | Case information | File copies by request only |
| Juvenile | Clerk's Office, 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson | Confidential juvenile information only as permitted | Petition for Disclosure (JV-570) may be required |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Amador County
Amador County traffic tickets can be paid online, by phone, by mail, or in person, and a payment plan can be set up at the clerk's counter.
- Online: Pay through the Amador Court Online Payment System. A credit card convenience fee applies.
- Phone: Call nCourt Electronic Payment services at 209-257-6303, or the Clerk's Office at 209-257-2605.
- Mail: If you are not required to appear, send the full bail plus proof of correction to Amador Superior Court, 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA 95642.
- In person: Pay at the courthouse on or before your scheduled court date. The Clerk's Office is at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson.
- Payment plan: A court clerk helps set up an installment agreement at the public counter or through the Clerk's Office. You must pay at least 10% of the total upfront, and a $30 administrative fee is added.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by this court's Traffic Division.
Amador County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Amador County court records?
Use Case Search and Payments to look up cases, or request file copies in person or by mail at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson.
Are Amador County court records public?
Most are, under California Rules of Court rules 2.500 to 2.507, but juvenile and sealed records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by party name in Case Search and Payments, or contact the Clerk's Office at 209-257-2605.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, search the case online, or call the Clerk's Office at 209-257-2605.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Pay online through the nCourt payment system, by phone at 209-257-6303, by mail, or in person at 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson.
How many cases are filed in Amador County each year?
Amador County recorded 5,749 filings in FY 2023-24, down 7.6% from 6,222 in FY 2022-23.
What is the most common type of case?
Criminal cases, including traffic, at 4,394 filings or 76.4% of the FY 2023-24 total, with traffic infractions alone at 3,230.
Is crime in Amador County rising or falling?
Reported crimes fell 7.3% in 2024 to 457 from 493 in 2023, according to California DOJ OpenJustice.
Courts in the County
Amador County Superior CourtMore Info
| Address: | 500 Argonaut Lane, Jackson, CA, 95642 |
| Phone Number: | 209-257-2627 |
| Website: | http://www.amadorcourt.org/ |
Useful Links
- Amador Superior Court - Home : Access essential information from the official Amador County Superior Court, including court services, forms, and schedules.
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- Amador County, CA - Official Website : The main portal for Amador County government services, including links to all county departments and public resources available.
- Amador Superior Court - Self-Help Resources : Offers guides and assistance for individuals navigating the court system without legal representation in Amador County.
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Table of Contents
- Amador County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Amador County Court Records
- Amador County Court Statistics (FY 2024-25)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Amador County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Amador County?
- How Does Amador County Compare With California Overall?
- Amador County Crime Statistics (2024)
- Amador County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Amador County?
- Are Amador County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Amador County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Amador County
- Amador County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links