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ATTENTION

Scam Alert: The Superior Court of Santa Cruz has been notified that individuals are receiving a text message from DMV indicating that they owe money for outstanding tickets. If you receive a text of this nature, please contact the court directly at 831-420-2200 to verify. Do not click on any links provided in the text message.

ATTENTION

Scam Alert: The Superior Court of Santa Cruz has been notified that an individual posing as a deputy/court security is calling court customers stating that they owe money for failing to appear. If you receive a call of this nature, please contact the court directly at 831-420-2200 to receive accurate information.

Small Claims Mediation

Often it may be better to try and mediate your dispute before you proceed to court.

What is Mediation?

Mediation is facilitated dialogue between individuals or groups facing conflict. Mediation supports respectful communication and cooperative problem solving.

When is Mediation?

There are mediation services available both before you file in Small Claims Court and there is free mediation offered in court the day of your small claims hearing. For more information please read the flyers below.