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Richard E. Arnason Justice Center

Filing information for Richard E. Arnason Justice Center in Pittsburg, CA. Part of the Contra Costa County small claims court system.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$12,500

Courthouse Details

Richard E. Arnason Justice Center

1000 Center Drive

Pittsburg, CA 94565

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 Antioch, Bay Point, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Oakley and Pittsburg.

How to File at Richard E. Arnason Justice Center

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.