Yuba County Superior Court at a Glance

If you have a court date in Yuba County, this page covers the practical basics: where the courthouse is, how to reach the right division, where to park, and what to expect when you walk in. It is written by the Law Office of Tony Carlos, a Yuba City criminal defense firm, as a free local resource. We are a private law firm and are not affiliated with the Yuba County Superior Court.

Yuba County Superior Court

215 Fifth Street, Suite 200
Marysville, CA 95901
Main line: (530) 740-1800
Public hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (closed weekends and court holidays)
Official website: yuba.courts.ca.gov

The courthouse handles all Yuba County matters in one building on Fifth Street in downtown Marysville: criminal, civil, family law, juvenile, traffic, and small claims. Family Court Services is in Suite 318 at the same address.

Court Phone Directory

Most divisions share the main line with an extension. Direct lines and extensions at the Yuba County Superior Court:

Phone numbers, extensions, and hours can change. Verify current information on the court's official website before you rely on it.

Parking at the Marysville Courthouse

Street parking around the courthouse is limited to 2 hours and is actively enforced—court hearings often run longer than that. The court directs visitors to the free long-term municipal parking lot about one block south of the courthouse, near the intersection of 4th and C Streets. If you expect a long morning in court, park there and walk over.

Before Your Court Date: Practical Tips

  • Arrive 30–45 minutes early. You will go through security screening, and between parking and the line at the door, mornings can be slow.
  • Leave prohibited items at home. Weapons of any kind are not allowed. Plan on pocket knives, pepper spray, and similar items being turned away at the door.
  • Check your department and time. Your notice to appear or court paperwork lists your department and hearing time. If you are unsure, call the Criminal Division at (530) 740-1800, Ext. 4, or check the court's website.
  • Dress respectfully. You do not need a suit, but avoid shorts, tank tops, hats, and clothing with offensive graphics. Judges notice.
  • Bring your paperwork. Bring your citation, bail papers, or any court documents you received, plus a photo ID.
  • Silence your phone. Courtrooms have strict rules about phones, photos, and recording.

What Happens at a Criminal Arraignment

The arraignment is usually your first court appearance after an arrest or citation. It is typically short, but it sets the direction of your case. At a Yuba County arraignment, the judge will:

  • Advise you of the charges filed against you and your constitutional rights
  • Ask how you plead: guilty, not guilty, or no contest
  • Address bail, release on your own recognizance (OR), or other release conditions
  • Set your next court dates (pretrial conference, preliminary hearing, or trial dates)

You have the right to an attorney at every stage, including arraignment. What happens with bail and release conditions at this first hearing can affect your job, your family, and how much leverage you have for the rest of the case. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you can ask the court to appoint a public defender.

Missed Your Court Date?

If you fail to appear, the judge can issue a bench warrant for your arrest, and in many cases a failure to appear is itself a new criminal charge. The worst thing you can do is nothing—warrants do not expire, and they tend to surface at the worst possible time, like a traffic stop on Highway 70. An attorney can often get the matter back on calendar and ask the judge to recall the warrant, sometimes without you being taken into custody. If you think you have a warrant in Yuba County, deal with it on your terms instead of waiting to be arrested.

A Local Attorney Who Knows This Courthouse

Tony Carlos has defended clients in the Yuba County courts for over 15 years, and as a former prosecutor he knows how cases are built on the other side of the aisle. His office at 506 Second St in downtown Yuba City is just across the river—minutes from the Marysville courthouse. If you have an arraignment, a warrant, or pending charges in Yuba County, call (530) 645-2551 to discuss your case. Se habla español.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Yuba County Superior Court located?

The Yuba County Superior Court is located at 215 Fifth Street, Suite 200, Marysville, CA 95901. The main phone number is (530) 740-1800; the Criminal Division is extension 4.

Where can I park near the Yuba County courthouse in Marysville?

Street parking around the courthouse is limited to 2 hours and is enforced. For hearings that may run longer, the court points visitors to the free long-term municipal parking lot about one block south of the courthouse, near the intersection of 4th and C Streets.

What are the Yuba County Superior Court's hours?

The courthouse is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and is closed on weekends and court holidays. Division office hours can differ slightly, so confirm at yuba.courts.ca.gov before your court date.

What happens at a criminal arraignment in Yuba County?

At arraignment, the judge formally advises you of the charges, you enter a plea (guilty, not guilty, or no contest), and the court addresses bail or release conditions and sets future court dates. It is usually a short hearing, but the decisions made there can affect your entire case.

What happens if I miss my court date in Yuba County?

If you miss a court date, the judge can issue a bench warrant for your arrest, and in some cases a missed appearance is a new criminal charge. Act quickly: an attorney can often ask the court to recall the warrant and put your case back on calendar. Do not wait to be picked up on the warrant.

This guide is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Court locations, hours, phone numbers, parking rules, and procedures can change—always verify with the Yuba County Superior Court directly. The Law Office of Tony Carlos is not affiliated with the Yuba County Superior Court.