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    Compton Courthouse

    2.7 (132 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

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    Self help center  floor #2 Maria is the best.
    Letrecia A.

    Let me start off by saying, it's a great service called self help on the 2nd floor, but keep in mind you need patience to walk inside. There is a process, and you need an appointment still if you want help filling out your papers. We waited. And on our appointment date the lights were out. Two days later after our appointment was at 8am we were told, but doors opened at 8:30 and we were not seen till 10:45. I guess there bigger cases are people getting evicted. But they took them all at one time, then we were next. Our appointment was in close and personal, when I tell you this lady named Maria was an Angel sent from Lawyers heaven. She took care of our paper work for Capitol One and I believe my friend will be A okay. ( Personally Maria gets 10 STARS in my book) That Credit Card Company dragged him lol Karma is a Beast. Compton courthouse is just tore up from the floor up. If your seeking help throughout this building good luck with that. The staff sends you to the wrong floor and the wrong windows all the time. Prepare to stand in a long line and be treated like your a criminal walking inside the door. I felt like a piece of ruffled up cattle by the time we were finished with the check in process. Oh don't let me forget this was our 2nd trip here because the power was out in the courthouse. Smh all the money that flows through these doors and no back up generator. They have Shug Knights cases here really? I'm sure he is embarrassed. And I'm imbarrased to say I live right down the street. They need to tear this building down just like they tore Compton High down and start over. I bet Beverly hills, Hollywood, downy, Inglewood nor any other courthouses have Comptons problems.

    Front of the courthouse in Compton !
    Sharon L.

    Best view is in the 6th floor I been there 1 times and everyone was very polite and nice you can ask any one for help and they will try their best

    Side wall next to the cafeteria
    Carll F.

    I started the process of a restraining order yesterday.10/2/22. I started on the 1 floor waited 10 minutes then I was directed to the 9th floor they gave me some forms then sent me to the 2th floor they let me start filling the paperwork on the computer my time ran out I was told come back the next day and I would be able to finish that was 3 hours ago I dont know if she Caralina is the paralegal or what but she has terrible costumer service have anyone else help you but her.As of now I waiting for my paperwork to print.

    Evan F.

    I'm a lawyer and am only writing this based on 25+ years at this courthouse. My biggest complaint are the elevators. There are 6 elevators and it seems that 3-4 are always not working. When they are the arrow my indicate down, but it goes up. Because of the high numbers of persons working and visiting this courthouse the elevators can be very overcrowded. Courtrooms are large and comfortable. The clerk's office, on the other hand, is the last place one wants to be with long lines and terrible waits. Best to go there i the afternoon if one is able to do so. Nearby restaurants and fast food are plentiful. Not a bad courthouse but basically not visitor friendly.

    Connie S.

    Came here to visit a relative who works as a public defender for this courthouse. Honestly, growing up in LA, I think this was my first time driving through Compton and I was a bit scared. They have parking on the street but I opted for security and parked in the lot which is a flat rate of 6 bucks. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Everyone was really nice and the line to enter the courthouse was a lot less hectic than the dtla courthouse (being that it is a smaller courthouse).

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    Governor George Deukmejian Court House - Kitchenette

    Governor George Deukmejian Court House

    2.9(173 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    In terms of a jury duty setting, this waiting room is theeeee best. The cushioned seats have ports…read moreto charge your devices. There is a nice balcony for daylight (but the fire station is next door, which is extremely loud when a truck is deploying out.) 3 different areas for different lighting (for those with sensitive eyes). Kitchenette & full fridge!! Parking is free using technology . Easy peasy if u know ur license #. Beautiful architecture & patio for outdoor waiting on the first floor. Numerous choices in the area to eat if u buy ur meals. Made in 2013, so it's fairly new & is mantained to still look very clean.

    As a juror, you would think they would tell you where the Jury Assembly room is. Nope. Two police…read moreofficers and a staff member gave me the wrong info and wrong directions to the assembly room. Making me late. Thanks yo. It's on the 4th floor. YOU'RE WELCOME. JUROR PARKING IS AT 101 Magnolia Ave. But no one tells you that. Not on the paperwork, not on the voice recording. You just have to figure that one out on your own while rushing to do your civil duty. Plus you better remember your license plate for parking. NO ONE TELLS YOU THAT EITHER. YOU'RE WELCOME. Lastly, you have to fill out the back of your jury duty paperwork. If not, they send you right to the back of the line. Time wasted - approximately 15 min. AGAIN YOU'RE WELCOME. OH AND DID I MENTION - someone hit my car too???? FML. JURY DUTY NIGHTMARE.

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    Governor George Deukmejian Court House - View from fourth floor patio

    View from fourth floor patio

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    Outside area of the jury assembly area.

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    Torrance Courthouse - Looking out from Dept F

    Torrance Courthouse

    2.9(111 reviews)
    7.7 mi

    overstimulating, and stressful by default. That said, I actually walked out feeling relieved and…read moresupported. The Help Center staff deserve real credit. Not once did they make me feel like I was asking too many questions or being difficult. They were patient, kind, and genuinely helpful when I was already mentally exhausted. Shout out to the employees in Room 100, where you file paperwork. They guided me step by step and made sure I understood what I needed to do instead of just pointing and rushing me along. That alone made a huge difference. Of course no one wants to be in court, but despite feeling overwhelmed, I was able to get everything done within three days, and that's saying a lot. Also, free parking, which honestly takes a huge layer of stress off right away. Not an experience anyone looks forward to, but the staff made it manageable and human. And that matters more than people realize.

    I guess I recommend this courthouse since I see a lot of nice people works here…read more I was at Dept 3 and Brad Fox commissioner was nice. And My DDA Kevin Y was quiet. And Room 170 Michelle in window 2 is such a sweet person and following up on all things! She always brights my mornings everyday here at Torrance Courthouse! I hope I come and visit to say hello to everyone or send thing for you all! I appreciate all the hard work everyday you do for the people! Maybe we need a gym and roof top pool for the employees here to be able to do their wellness awareness for workout after work or before work! It would be a great assets to have LA fitness collebrate with the courthouse to build it on the roof! ^^

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    Los Angeles Superior Court - Airport Courthouse - LA AIRPORT SUPERIOR COURTHOUSE: parking

    Los Angeles Superior Court - Airport Courthouse

    3.0(112 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    Made an appointment last week on-line to pick up Vital Records and was given assined an appointment…read morewithin a few days. Was in and out of building in 10min. Parking is $10 flat fee and limited spaces are available. Metal screening takes place on the first floor so be prepared to leave most personal items at home. Elevators are roomy and clean but do take a bit of time. At the 6th floor for vital records there is an attendant screening people for walk-in or appointment visits and directs visitors to the appropriate line which definitely expedites the process. Aside from the ridiculous parking fee a pleasant visit given the fast service.

    Idk who runs this court house but check your securities at front !…read more At the 6 th floor Service was quick I went to get a copy of my daughter's birth certificate. They accept Apple Pay and credit card for $33.75 a copy at a time. The ONLY THING I HAD AN ISSUE WITH was the SECURITY GUARD YESTERDAY AROUND 12 noon I walked in she was on her phone with AirPods on while I was asking where I put my stuff in here was a table far from the scanning machine and she couldn't hear me or turn I had to yell for her to hear me ridiculous while she is on DUTY. Aside from that she gave me an attitude and still didn't help she didn't bother to review the scanner kept sitting I just find that so crazy I can't imagine so many people getting g away with things def didn't feel any type of safe there.

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    Los Angeles County Metropolitan Courthouse

    2.2(188 reviews)
    9.8 miHistoric South Central

    JURY SERVICE I hate…read morethis location, so I tried to switch my court venue for Jury Service. Unless you have to take more than three buses to get here or you have a medical excuse, forget it. On the plus side, there are fewer courtrooms here than Stanley Mosk, so you have a better chance of getting dismissed. Parking is right beneath the building. Show your jury summons, and you can park for free. There are plenty of spaces, but it is like a dungeon - dark! I found the elevator and took it to the first floor. Then, I had to get out, exit the building, and go through security. The line was short, and the process was quick. Then, I took an elevator to the 8th floor to the Jury Room. It's big and comfortable, but we aren't allowed to take photos of it. They way they handle juries is different than the last time I was here. We were told there are two groups - a morning panel and an afternoon panel. I was in the morning panel. Within 30 minutes, we were separated into two groups and sent to a department. Everything is done by number, probably to preserve anonymity, so the informative baliff had us line up in numerical order. I was number 2, so I thought I would be in and out of there promptly. Nope. Now, they interview everyone on the panel, which was about 38 people, before dismissing anyone. Once we took our assigned seats, the judge thanked us and gave us a rundown on how things were going to proceed. Then, she excused us for lunch. Unless you're a fast food junkie, pack yours! There is no cafeteria here, and the vending machines are pathetic. There was one food truck outside, and McDonald's and Subway were across the street on Washington Blvd. It's a food desert. When we returned at 1:30PM, we each had to stand up and answer a list of 11 heavy duty questions since it was a DUI case. It was fascinating and surprising to hear some of the answers. By the end of the day, everyone had responded, and we were instructed to return the next morning at 10:30AM. Beware: my courtroom, Department 75 is a meat locker, so bring a ski jacket! Plus, the air conditioner makes cringy inconsistent sounds that are annoying. The building itself is old and feels antiquated, but it gets the job done. The next day, once we were seated, the judge dismissed a number of people. I wasn't one of them. Then, the defense attorney spoke to us. She asked us all a few specific questions, and we had to respond by raising our hand, or not. Then, she asked certain people about their responses. Next, the prosecutor described his method. He, too, asked the group questions, which we replied by raising our hands, or not. Then, he asked particular people things. When that was over, the prosecutor dismissed one person. Then the defense attorney dismissed me. I had to return to the 8th floor to pick up that all-important piece of paper proving I had served for two days. All in all, employees at this courthouse were kind and helpful. Thankfully, everyone tries to make this experience as efficient as possible. Civic duty done!

    Many people hate courthouses and it seems this one in particular because they associate them with…read morenegative experiences like traffic court, fines, involuntary jury duty, or the like. But it isn't the courthouse's fault! As far as courthouses go, this one is decent, even though it is getting a bit old and isn't in the best area of the city. There is ample parking in the area, and it is much cheaper than the other downtown courthouse (Stanley Mosk). The interior is clean and isn't really falling apart (yet), though it was clearly built in the 1970s or 1980s. Security to get in is typically quite efficient. Also, make sure to check the location of your courtroom - just because it says Department 65, does not mean it is on the sixth floor! That particular department is on the third floor by the way. As far as courthouses go, this place could be much worse. Four stars easily.

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    Stanley Mosk Courthouse - Old phone booths no phones inside

    Stanley Mosk Courthouse

    2.6(235 reviews)
    11.2 miDowntown

    I came here a few years ago, had to go to court to file for something and I would say the line and…read morewait is insane! However, I understand why it takes time and shouldn't be mad. Most of the staff are really nice, in the morning I see everyone say hi and greet each other warmly. The security breaks the ice so when you enter they help me feel at ease (not all of them but the ones I met were nice.). The long wait times and line is probably what most of the issues arise. It's a lot to go through and it can be confusing when our fate They have numbered rooms, benches, snack chops, directories, escalators and elevators, restrooms, cafeteria, and water dispensers. There are several entrances and exits, I'm used to the one at the 4th floor which enters through Grand Ave, but I forgot that it wasn't the first floor.

    The Stanley Mosk Courthouse first open the doors to service the people was in 1959, it is Los…read moreAngeles County Superior Court. This is one of the oldest court in the city of Los Angeles Ca, it has also been famous in the TV series Perry Mason. I was here to take care legal business in the small claims dept. walking to the the dept. which was on the 1st. was so loud crowded and strange, the were people talking loud talking, singing also eating on these cement benches. The small claims office has about five clerk windows, the clerk was very nice friendly and helpful, there are a few computers there to help you fill out the forms, my experience here not bad at all.

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    Princess Catherine Nikkole and mommy Ashley

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    Bellflower Courthouse - 11/6/24 Errand #2, Jury Duty summons, guess what? I am San Bernardino County now!

    Bellflower Courthouse

    3.1(16 reviews)
    6.1 mi

    11/6/24 Errand #2, Jury Duty summons, guess what? I am San Bernardino County now, baby!…read more Thankfully I still have folks to visit in this area so it's not much of s stretch to travel. Going through security was a bit of a pain but necessary. My titanium alloy knee replacement (which I almost forgot) set it off. I inquired from the security guards where I need to settle my issue (not living on LA County) about my jury summons & was simply directed to the 3rd floor. Like a fool, I went up there thinking that it would be an easy location to find. This is the first & only time I have ever stepped foot in this courthouse. Maybe I should've been more specific with the question. After opening all the doors & be embarrassed to actually walk into a courtroom (thankfully not in session), an employee directed me to "Jury Assembly". I then spoke with Brianna & she informed me that I still need to ho online & register or simply mail the jury summons documents. My question was: does the mortgage bill qualify as proof since all the other firms outlined in the summons do not apply in my case. Answer:Yes! Yay! Parking is free. It's a great place to have served because it's NOT DTLA. Would have wanted to have served here.

    Had to take care of an unpaid traffic ticket from 4yrs ago...totally forgot about it. But I can't…read moreget my real ID until this is resolved. Courthouse doors open at exactly 8am. Line was really short compared to Long Beach courthouse and parking is FREE. If you don't have a court date, go to the clerk's office first. Go there early!! Office opens at 8:30am and I was 3rd in line. They gave me a pass to see the judge but the court clerk upstairs said it was a full day and I probably wouldn't be seen until later in the afternoon, and recommended I schedule to come back. She told me the date would be guaranteed and no need to wait again, because I would be on the calendar. Process was easy, court location is easy to find, and staff was friendly.

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    Bellflower Courthouse - 11/6/24 Errand #2, Jury Duty summons, guess what? I am San Bernardino County now!

    11/6/24 Errand #2, Jury Duty summons, guess what? I am San Bernardino County now!

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