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George D. Carroll Courthouse

Filing information for George D. Carroll Courthouse in Richmond, CA. Part of the Contra Costa County small claims court system.

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Max Claim

$12,500

Courthouse Details

George D. Carroll Courthouse

100 – 37th Street

Richmond, CA 94805

Phone: (925) 608-1000Email: smallclaims@contracosta.courts.ca.gov

Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Area Served

Serves the communities of Crockett, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Hercules, Kensington, North Richmond, Pinole, Point Richmond, Port Costa, Richmond, Rodeo, Rollingwood, San Pablo, and Tilden Park North.

How to File at George D. Carroll Courthouse

E-filing available

This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

Note: E-filing is available for small claims cases in Contra Costa County. Self-represented litigants have the option to e-file.

File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.

File by mail

Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.

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Data verified May 6, 2026.