Corona Family Court Records
Corona family court records are handled by Riverside County Superior Court. All divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence cases filed by Corona residents go through the Riverside County court system. Corona is a city of about 157,000 people in northwest Riverside County, just south of the Los Angeles and San Bernardino county lines. The main courthouse serving Corona is the Riverside Family Law Courthouse in the city of Riverside. All family law filings and hearings for Corona take place at this location. California law restricts online access to family court documents to protect privacy. You can view basic case information using the court portal, but full documents require an in-person visit to the courthouse.
Corona Quick Facts
Filing Family Cases in Corona
Corona residents file family law cases at the Riverside Family Law Courthouse in Riverside. The courthouse sits at 4175 Main Street in Riverside. This is where you file new cases, attend hearings, and get copies of your records. The courthouse handles all types of family law matters for Corona and the entire Riverside County area.
The family law self-help center is located at the courthouse. Staff can help you with forms and answer questions about court procedures. They cannot give legal advice, but they can show you which forms to use and where to file them. Call the self-help line at 951-274-4499 for assistance with your family law case.
| Court | Riverside County Superior Court - Family Law Courthouse |
|---|---|
| Address | 4175 Main Street Riverside, CA 92501 |
| Phone | (951) 777-3147 |
| Self-Help | 951-274-4499 |
| Website | riverside.courts.ca.gov/divisions/family-law |
The Riverside courthouse is southeast of Corona. You can drive there in about 20 minutes via I-91 and SR-60. Parking is available in lots near the courthouse. Public transit serves the area via RTA bus routes. Security checks all bags at the entrance. Bring valid photo ID when you visit. The self-help center can direct you to the right department once you are inside the building.
Accessing Corona Family Court Records
Family court records for Corona cases are stored at the Riverside County courthouse. You can search for basic case information online using the court's public access portal. Full family law documents are not available remotely. California Rules of Court protect the privacy of family law cases by limiting remote access.
The Riverside County public access portal at epublic-access.riverside.courts.ca.gov lets you search by case number or party name. Results show hearing dates, case type, and basic case status. The portal does not show documents. To see filings, orders, and other documents, you must visit the courthouse in person.
To get documents from your case file, visit the clerk office at the Riverside Family Law Courthouse. Bring the case number if you have it. If you do not have the number, bring both parties' names and the year the case was filed. The clerk pulls the file and can make copies for you. Copy fees are 50 cents per page. Certified copies cost $25 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.
How to File for Divorce in Corona
To file for divorce in Corona, you must meet California residency requirements. One spouse must have lived in California for six months. That same spouse must have lived in Riverside County for three months. If you meet these rules, you can file at Riverside County Superior Court.
California does not require you to prove fault. You can file for divorce based on irreconcilable differences. This means the marriage has broken down and cannot be fixed. You do not have to explain why. Most divorces in Corona use this ground.
Start by filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage on form FL-100. You also file a Summons, which is form FL-110. If you have minor children, you file form FL-105 as well. These forms go to the clerk office at the Riverside Family Law Courthouse. The filing fee is $435. After you file, you must serve your spouse with copies. You cannot serve them yourself. Hire a process server or use the sheriff. Proof of service must be filed with the court.
California has a six-month waiting period. The court cannot finalize your divorce until six months pass from the date your spouse was served. During that time, you can file motions for temporary orders on custody, support, or use of property. If both spouses agree on all issues, you can submit a stipulated judgment after the waiting period ends. If you do not agree, the case goes to a hearing or trial.
Once the judge signs the final judgment, your divorce is complete. The judgment is a public record. You can get certified copies from the clerk at any time. The judgment includes all orders on property, custody, and support. These orders stay in effect unless you file a motion to change them later.
Note: Uncontested divorces in Corona typically take six to nine months when both parties agree on all terms.
Riverside County Family Court Fees
Family court fees for Corona cases are set by Riverside County. The first filing fee for divorce or legal separation is $435. Motions to modify custody or support cost $60. Default judgment motions also cost $60. Check with the clerk for current fees, as amounts can change.
If you cannot afford the filing fee, you can ask for a fee waiver. Fill out form FW-001 and file it with the court. The judge reviews your income and expenses. If you qualify, the court waives the filing fee and copy fees. You still pay for service of process and other costs outside the court's control. Fee waiver forms are at courts.ca.gov.
Legal Help for Corona Residents
Legal aid is available for Corona residents who need help with family court cases. Inland Counties Legal Services serves Riverside County and provides free legal help to people who qualify based on income. They handle divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence cases. Call (888) 245-4257 to see if you qualify. Their website is inlandlegal.org.
Riverside Legal Aid also serves the area. Call (951) 682-7968 for more information. Their website is riversidelegalaid.org. The Riverside County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service. The California State Bar also has a statewide referral line at 1-800-392-5660.
The court self-help center at the Riverside Family Law Courthouse can also answer questions about forms and procedures. They cannot give legal advice, but they can help you find the right forms and tell you where to file them.
Filing Without a Lawyer in Corona
You can file your own family court case without a lawyer. This is called filing pro se. Many Corona residents do this when both parties agree on all terms. It works best in simple cases with no disputes over property or children.
California Courts has a self-help website at courts.ca.gov/selfhelp. It has step-by-step guides for divorce, custody, and support cases. All state forms are free to download. The site also has videos that explain how to fill out each form. Riverside County may have local forms you need as well. Check the court website for local rules and forms.
The self-help center at the Riverside Family Law Courthouse can assist you. Staff cannot fill out forms for you, but they can show you which forms to use and review your completed forms for errors. The center is open during court hours. Walk-ins are welcome. Arrive early if you need help before filing your papers that day.
Riverside County Family Court Records
Corona is part of Riverside County. All family law cases for Corona residents are filed at Riverside County Superior Court. The county court serves 28 cities and over 2.4 million people. For more on Riverside County family court locations, fee schedules, and legal resources, visit the Riverside County family court records page.