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Program: Kern County Superior Court - Shafter/Wasco Branch

Agency: Kern County Superior Court--Metropolitan Division


Resource Number: 5645000
Description

Provides court services include alternative dispute resolution (ADR) (how to settle civil disputes out of court), civil mediation panel, docents (court volunteers), family law facilitator (assist unrepresented parties in child and spousal support cases), how to prepare for a court appearance (a guide to representing yourself in court), small claims, criminal, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic disputes.




Program Phones:
661- 610-7200Business Line

Website: kern.courts.ca.gov/general/shafter_contact_information
Email: [email protected]

Location information
Kern County Superior Court - Shafter/Wasco Branch  
Location: 325 Central Valley Highway
Shafter, CA 93263
(Map)

Hours of operation
Program Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-12:00pm
(court holidays excluded)

Program Hours:

Open:
Closed:
Mon
8:00am
4:00pm
Tue
8:00am
4:00pm
Wed
8:00am
4:00pm
Thu
8:00am
4:00pm
Fri
8:00am
12:00pm


Description: The Court Complex is located on the west side of the street. Turn west into the parking lot.
Bus Service: Bus 110, 115
Public Transportation Kern Transit
Disabilities Access: Wheelchair accessible, designated parking

Program Delivery
Eligibility: open to all
Languages: Spanish, English
Application Process: Walk-in, call for an appointment
Payment methods: Fees vary
Documents Required: Call for information
Service Area:
Defined coverage area:
CA-Kern County-Buttonwillow
CA-Kern County-Lost Hills
CA-Kern County-Shafter
CA-Kern County-Wasco


Categorized as:
Specialized State Courts
Traffic Ticket Fine Collection Offices
Comprehensive Family Law Services


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Verification

Person at the resource who last verified this information:
Last Verified On: 5/28/2026
Last Verified By: Catherine Cervantes
Title: I&R Coordinator