Question 1

Can I download and fill out court forms myself?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all California Judicial Council forms are free to download from courts.ca.gov. However, the court requires forms to be completed accurately and in compliance with current rules. A single error or missing attachment can result in your filing being rejected.

Question 2

What is the difference between an LDA and filling out forms myself?

Accepted Answer

A Legal Document Assistant (LDA) is a registered and bonded professional who ensures your forms are prepared accurately according to current court standards. We handle the procedural details—proper formatting, required attachments, and filing procedures—so you avoid delays from rejected paperwork.

Question 3

Are court forms updated every year?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the California Judicial Council regularly revises forms. Using outdated forms is one of the most common reasons for court rejections. As of 2026, several new forms have been introduced including the FL-700 and FL-710 for the Joint Petition process.

Question 4

How much does it cost to file family law forms in San Bernardino?

Accepted Answer

Filing fees vary by case type. As of 2026, a Petition for Dissolution (FL-100) costs approximately $435 to file. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify. Check the court’s fee schedule for current amounts.

Question 5

Can I eFile my family law forms in San Bernardino?

Accepted Answer

As of January 30, 2026, San Bernardino Superior Court discontinued FileSubmit and transitioned to mandatory eFiling through approved Electronic Filing Service Providers (EFSPs) for most case types. eFiling requires OCR-compliant PDFs and proper redaction of personal information.

Formularios de Ley Familiar de California

Solicitud de Orden de Restriccion por Acoso Civil

Orden de Restriccion Temporal (Acoso Civil)

Solicitud de Orden de Restriccion por Violencia Domestica

Aviso de Audiencia Judicial (DVRO)

Orden de Restriccion Temporal (DVRO)

Respuesta a Solicitud de DVRO

Peticion — Matrimonio/Pareja Domestica

Declaracion UCCJEA

Citacion (Ley Familiar)

Prueba de Entrega de Citacion

Aviso y Acuse de Recibo

Respuesta — Matrimonio/Pareja Domestica

Comparecencia, Estipulaciones y Renuncias

Declaracion de Divulgacion

Declaracion Sobre Entrega de Declaracion de Divulgacion

Declaracion de Ingresos y Gastos

Declaracion de Propiedad

Declaracion para Disolucion por Rebeldia o No Disputada

Sentencia (Ley Familiar)

Solicitud de Orden

Ordenes Temporales de Emergencia (Ex Parte)

Solicitud de Orden y Declaracion de Apoyo

Anexo de Solicitud de Custodia y Visitacion de Menores

Declaracion Responsiva a Solicitud de Orden

Anexo de Orden de Custodia y Visitacion (Tiempo de Crianza)

Peticion Conjunta — Matrimonio o Pareja Domestica

Citacion Conjunta

Peticion Conjunta para Disolucion Sumaria

Peticion para Nombramiento de Tutor de Menor

Peticion de Cambio de Nombre

Orden para Mostrar Causa de Cambio de Nombre

Peticion de Cambio de Nombre y Genero

Decreto de Cambio de Nombre

Preguntas Comunes Sobre Formularios Judiciales

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