Criminal Division

Legal Advice

Please be aware that Court staff is not authorized by law to give legal advice. If you are seeking legal advice you should consider consulting a licensed attorney. You may also want to visit the Stanislaus County Law Library or the Superior Court's Self-Help Center for additional information and forms.

Research Request

The Court does not confirm personal or case information about a party's identity over the phone or by email unless there is a Court business need to do so to assist a party with their case, a party's attorney, a party's designee, or a justice partner agency. Personal information includes details such as date of birth, last four digits of a Social Security Number, address, or driver's license number. Individuals seeking personal information about a party may visit the courthouse to look up information on a court provided computer or submit a Research Request Form.

What I Need to Bring to Court

• Proper identification
• Copy of Citation, Promise to Appear
• Any documents which prove compliance with judicial orders and/or probation terms

Mailing Information:

Criminal Division
800 11th Street, Room 140
P.O. Box 1098
Modesto, CA 95353

FedEx, Airborne Express, etc. deliveries:
800 11th Street, Room 100
Modesto, CA 95354

Fines and Fees

Revenue Recovery
1010 10th Street, Ste. 2500
P.O. Box 1003
Modesto, CA 95353
(209) 525-4450

Related Resources

• How Criminal Cases Work
• DOJ FAQ's re SB384
• Jail Information

The information posted on this website is not intended to constitute legal advice or to take the place of the assistance of competent legal counsel. You should speak to an attorney of your choice for specific information about the facts of your case and your rights.