Superior Court of California

The Superior Court of California is the state’s trial court system, responsible for handling a wide range of legal matters within each county. It hears cases involving criminal issues, civil disputes (like contracts and personal injuries), family law (such as divorce and child custody), probate matters (wills and estates), and juvenile cases. These courts serve as the first point of legal resolution and fact-finding, where evidence is presented and legal disputes are resolved by judges or juries. Each county in California has its own Superior Court, functioning under state law to ensure justice is administered locally.