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The document is a legal form titled 'Declaration of Diligent Search and Request to Dispense with Notice' used in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Cruz. It is intended for individuals who are unable to locate and serve notice to a relative of a minor child, conservatee, or decedent after making reasonable efforts. The form requires the undersigned to detail their search efforts, including last known addresses, attempts to contact the individual, and any information obtained from various sources. Ultimately, it requests the court's permission to dispense with notice due to the inability to locate the person.

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What level is California Superior Court?

In California, the judiciary has three general levels. The Superior Court is the trial court of general jurisdiction; the Courts of Appeal act as the intermediate appellate court; and the California Supreme Court is the highest court in California.

What is the phone number for Santa Cruz Superior Court Department 5?

If you receive a call of this nature, please contact the court directly at 831-420-2200 to receive accurate information.

What kind of cases are tried at a Superior Court California?

All Superior Courts in California have authority over a wide variety of case types: Civil Cases - Includes both limited civil cases ($35,000 or less) and unlimited civil cases (over $35,000). Criminal Cases - Both felony and misdemeanor crimes (including such offenses as driving under the influence).

What does California Superior Court handle?

Superior courts handle: All civil cases (family law, probate, juvenile, and other civil cases); All criminal cases (felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions, like traffic tickets);

What is the purpose of the superior courts in California?

Trial courts are also called superior courts. In the trial or superior court, a judge, and sometimes a jury, hears testimony and evidence and decides a case by applying the law to the facts of the case. Superior courts handle: All civil cases (family law, probate, juvenile, and other civil cases);

Are Superior Court cases serious?

The Superior Court has authority over all crimes and most often handles major felony cases. Judges in the Superior Court can impose sentences to the House of Corrections or to State Prison for any period of time up to life.

What is the difference between the Superior Court and the regular court?

The District Court handles misdemeanors where the maximum sentence is 2 years in the House of Corrections. The Superior Court has authority over all crimes and most often handles major felony cases.

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