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CONFIDENTIALITY IS CRUCIAL. ALL DOCUMENTS TRANSMITTED ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL.
Prepared Legal Corp. is a "Fax Filing Agency" that provides reliable and efficient services to clients filing in the Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo County Courts. Many California courts do not currently offer the convenience of fax filing or electronic filing (e-filing), leaving individuals with limited options for submitting their documents. In such cases, filing in-person at the Court window or filing by mail becomes the only available choice. However, these methods often result in long wait lines at the courthouse, consuming valuable time and causing inconvenience.

To alleviate this hassle and save you from spending your day at the courthouse, we offer a solution. Our professional service enables you to file your documents without the need for in-person visits or waiting in long lines. With our easy and convenient process, you can file your documents from the comfort of your own desk while we take care of the rest.

We certify that the document filed on your behalf is a full and unaltered fax-produced document, ensuring compliance with the court's requirements.

By availing our services, you can streamline the filing process, save time, and eliminate the inconvenience associated with in-person or mail filings. Let us handle the paperwork while you focus on other important matters. Experience the convenience of our efficient filing service and enjoy the benefits of filing from wherever you are.​
How to submit Documents For Filing
Documents may be submitted online through the order form, emailed, faxed, mailed or personal delivery to the office. 
  • Online (PDF Format)​ ​
  • Email (PDF Format) copies to [email protected]
  • Fax to (833) 750-7737
  • Mail/Personal Delivery at 180 Promenade Circle, Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95834
          OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, except all major holidays.
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Start Order Here
Filing Request Order Form
PAYING COURT STATUTORY FILING FEES

CALCULATING STATUTORY COURT FEES: ​

 Statutory court fees are fees required by the court to file certain documents. To determine the statutory court filing fees for your filing, please contact the courthouse or you can look up the fee on the court fee schedule. NOTE: Statutory Court fees very by County.
  • Statewide Statutory Civil Fee Schedule https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/filingfees.pdf
  • Sacramento County Statutory Fee Schedule  https://www.saccourt.ca.gov/fees/docs/fee-schedule.pdf

CREDIT CARD: ​

To pay your fee via credit card, you may complete the Credit Card Authorization Form. All fields of this form must be completed, with an original signature and the form must be submitted with your filing. The court does not charge an extra processing fee for using a credit card authorization form. 

William R. Ridgeway Family Relations Courthouse (FAMILY LAW & PROBATE DEPARTMENT*)

*NOTE: Probate Department REQUIRES photo identification card of CREDIT CARD HOLDER.
FL-E/LP-627 Credit Card Authorization (William R. Ridgeway Family Relations Courthouse)
File Size: 1072 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

Gordon D. Schaber Sacramento County Courthouse (CIVIL & DEPARTMENTS 54/53)

CV/E-201 Credit Card Authorization Form (Civil)
File Size: 602 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

Carol Miller Justice Center (TRAFFIC)

TRL_I-13 - Credit Card Authorization Form (Traffic).pdf
File Size: 30 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


CHECK/MONEY ORDER:

Court’s statutory fee should be made payable to “Sacramento Superior Court” and write your docket number and name clearly on the payment.

Checks can be mailed along with your documentation to: 180 Promenade Circle, Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95834
​​or
Dropped off along with your documentation - must be approved in advance - Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, except major Holidays. Call for details (916) 750-0073.

ALL COURT STATUTORY FEES ARE PAID DIRECTLY TO THE COURT.
An additional $10 Convenience Fee for advancement of Filing Fees. Filing Fee advancement is subject to approval.
How to obtain a court fee waiver
COURT FEE WAIVER: If you qualify for a fee wavier, submit the Request to Waive Court Fees, the Order on Court Fee Waiver (Superior Court) and any supporting documentation (i.e. Medi-Cal Card) to request that the following court fees and costs be waived with your transmission.  If the court does not approve the fee waiver your documents will not be filed.

Download the Court Fee Wavier Forms

fw-001_request_to_waive_court_fees.pdf
File Size: 175 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

FW003 - Order on Court Fee Waiver (Superior Court).pdf
File Size: 159 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

PAYING FOR FILING or Retrieval Services
Payment for service is due in advance. 
Methods of Payments accepted:
  • Cash
  • Checks: Made Payable to Prepared Legal Corp.
  • Venmo: www.venmo.com/PreparedLegal
  • Zelle: Send to [email protected]
  • Apple Cash: Send to [email protected]
  • Debit/Credit Card*, *3% Point-of-Sale Service Convenience Fee
DOCUMENT FILING PROCESS
​Once document(s) and payment are received, we will:
  1. Assembly: The document(s) will be printed, copied and annotated (By Fax) to ensure compliance with the rules in division 2, chapter 1 of the California Rules of Court and any other printing requirements for filing with the court. We cannot alter documents, make NO EXAMINATION OF ANY RECORDS nor can we guarantee acceptance by the Court; 
  2. Physically Transported: Document(s) will be personally transported to the court;
  3. Filing: The document(s) will be presented to the court clerk for filing along with any applicable filing fee*; and (*$10 Convenience Fee for advanced filing fees and subject to approval) ​​
  4. Court Processing Time: Please contact the court directly for exact processing timeframes and local procedural information. Turnaround time for filings ranges from 1 day to 3 weeks depending on the pleadings and department. ​
  5. Return: Courtesy Endorsed [Conforming Copies] will be returned via email/fax. Return of hard copies is available by first-class mailing upon request.​
DOCUMENT retrieval process
​Once the request and payment are received, we will:
  1. Order the Court File:  Depending on the year of case, an order requesting the case file from the court's off-site facility must be made in advance. Please provide the case name, case number and the records that are needed. This cased stored off-site require additional 7-10 business days for delivery to the courthouse for retrieval;
  2. Retrieve File: Retrieve and inspect case file for requested documents; 
  3. Return: Copies of requested documents will be returned via email/fax. Return of hard copies is available by first-class mailing upon request.
FILING TYPES
​
  1. Window Filings: Documents are printed and assembled, then physically taken to the courthouse and presented for filing with a Clerk at the Window for processing.
  2. Dropbox Filings: Documents are printed and assembled, then physically taken to the courthouse and dropped for filing in the court's designated Dropbox.  
  3. eFilings: Documents are scanned and assembled, then submitted electronically to the courthouse for filing.  
  4. Fax Filings: Documents are scanned and assembled, then submitted by facsimile to the courthouse for filing.
Filing documents can vary depending on the court's offerings and availability, and it is crucial for customers to understand the differences and confirm the appropriate procedure for their specific filing with their particular court.
Courts have different systems and processes in place for filing documents, and it is essential to be aware of these variations. Some courts may offer electronic filing options, allowing customers to submit their documents online through a designated portal. This method often requires creating an account and following specific instructions for uploading and submitting the necessary paperwork.
On the other hand, certain courts may only accept paper filings, which involve physically submitting the required documents to the court's designated location. This process may involve filling out specific forms, making copies, and delivering the paperwork either by mail or in person.
It is important to note that the availability of filing options may also differ between courts. While some courts offer both electronic and paper filing methods, others may only provide one option. Additionally, certain types of cases or specific documents may have specific requirements or procedures that need to be followed.
To ensure a smooth and accurate filing, customers must take responsibility for confirming the filing options available to them with their particular court. This can be done by visiting the court's official website, contacting the court clerk's office, or consulting with legal professionals familiar with the court's procedures.
By confirming the appropriate filing procedure and complying with the court's requirements, customers can ensure that their documents are filed correctly and in a timely manner, thereby avoiding potential delays or complications in their legal proceedings.

Requests made after the Submission Deadline are not guaranteed. 
  • Court Filing ​Price List
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Fax Filing/Court-Runner Filing/Courtesy Copy Delivery Service
Court Statutory Filing Fees Not Included

SACRAMENTO SUPERIOR COURTS

DROP BOX FILINGS
WINDOW FILING
RUSH DROP BOX FILINGS
RUSH ​WINDOW FILING
50
75
100
125
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Button Text
Button Text
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Page
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Pages
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Rush
​(Next Business Day)
Rush
​(Next Business Day)
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.​
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.​
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order

ITEM

PRICE

​Routine Filing Service (3-4 business days)
​DROP BOX
​WINDOW
1 – 15 pages
​​$50.00 total
​$75.00 total
16 – 25 pages
$65.00 ​total
$90.00 ​total
26 – 50 pages
$80.00 ​total
$105.00 ​total
51 – 75 pages
$95.00 ​total
$120.00 ​total
76 – 100 pages
$120.00 total
$145.00 ​total
101 plus*
Call for Pricing
Call for Pricing
FILING SERVICE ADD-ONS
(Fees in addition to Routine Service Fees)
​DROP BOX
​​WINDOW
Courtesy Copy (Department/By Mail)
+$20.00
+$20.00
Next Business Day Rush ​(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$100.00
+$100.00
Next Business Day Rush Received After Deadline  
(​Submissions After 12:00 p.m. not guaranteed) 
+$125.00
+$125.00
​Expedited Next Business Day Received After 12:00 p.m. 
​(Submissions After 12:00 p.m. not guaranteed)
​+$200.00
​+$200.00
Same Day Service (Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$200.00
+$200.00
Same Day Service Received After Deadline 
​
(​Submissions After 12:00 p.m. not guaranteed) ​​​
​+$250.00
​+$250.00
​Expedited Same Day Received After 12:00 p.m. 
​(Submissions After 12:00 p.m. not guaranteed)
​+$300.00
​+$300.00
Special Instructions (e.g. early morning deliveries, rush returns for pick ups)
+Varies
+Varies
YOLO SUPERIOR COURT
DROP BOX FILINGS
WINDOW FILING
RUSH DROP BOX FILINGS
RUSH ​WINDOW FILING
90
100
165
175
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Button Text
Button Text
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
 Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Page
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Pages
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Rush
Next Business Day)
Rush
​(Next Business Day)
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order
​Routine Filing Service (3-4 business days)
​DROP BOX
​WINDOW
1 – 15 pages
​​$90.00 total
​$100.00 total
16 – 25 pages
$105.00 ​total
$115.00 ​total
26 – 50 pages
$135.00 ​total
$145.00 ​total
51 – 75 pages
$180.00 ​total
$190.00 ​total
76 – 100 pages
$205.00 ​total
$215.00 ​total
101 plus*
Call for Pricing
Call for Pricing
Filing Service Add-ons (Fees in addition to Routine Service Fees)
​DROP BOX
​​WINDOW
Courtesy Copies (Department/By Mail)
+$20.00
+$20.00
​Rush Service (Next Business Day Filing) (Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
​+$75.00
+$75.00
Same Day Service (Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$125.00
+$125.00
​PLACER SUPERIOR COURTS

We are currently only servicing the Hon. Howard G. Gibson Courthouse
(10820 Justice Center Dr.,Roseville, CA)

DROP BOX FILINGS
WINDOW FILING
RUSH DROP BOX FILINGS
RUSH ​WINDOW FILING
90
100
165
175
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Per Case
Button Text
Button Text
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
Document(s) deposited in Court Drop Box
Document(s) presented to
Court Clerk at the counter
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Page
From 1 - 15 Pages
From 1 - 15 Pages
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Routine
​(3-4 Business Days)
Rush
​(Next Business Day)
Rush
​(Next Business Day)
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Includes 1 Conforming Copy
Includes 1 Conforming Copy
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
​Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submission
Deadline
​10:00 a.m.
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order
Submit Order

ITEM

PRICE

​Routine Filing Service (3-4 business days)
​DROP BOX
​WINDOW
1 – 15 pages
​​$90.00 total
​$100.00 total
16 – 25 pages
$105.00 ​total
$115.00 ​total
26 – 50 pages
$135.00 ​total
$145.00 ​total
51 – 75 pages
$180.00 ​total
$190.00 ​total
76 – 100 pages
$205.00 ​total
$215.00 ​total
101 plus*
Call for Pricing
Call for Pricing
Filing Service Add-ons (Fees in addition to Routine Service Fees)
​DROP BOX
​​WINDOW
Courtesy Copies (Department/By Mail)
+$20.00
+$20.00
Rush Service (Next Business Day Filing) (Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$75.00
+$75.00
Same Day Service (Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
​+$125.00
+$125.00
​*Courier court filings in California that are greater than 105 pages will incur a special handling fee. We’ll always call you to agree a course of action when special handling fees apply.
Court Document/Record Retrieval Service
Court Statutory Filing Fees Not Included
Retrieval turnaround varies depending file availability. Records stored at the court's offsite facility require additional 7-10 business days for delivery to the courthouse. ​Please provide the case name, case number and the records that are needed.
SUBMIT A DOCUMENT RETRIEVAL REQUEST

SACRAMENTO SUPERIOR COURTS

Service
Fees
​Document Retrieval 
(Routine: 3-4 Business Days)
​(Includes up to 5 pages)
$100.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Standard Copy Fee
$0.50 per page
Certified Copies
+$25.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Certified Judgment
+$15.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Exemplified Copies
+$50.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Records Search
+$10.00 if a case number is not provided
​Rush Service
​
(Next Business Day Retrieval)
(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$50.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
Same Day Service 
​
(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$100.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
​Additional trips ​
+$50.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
​​Court File Request
(Routine: 3-4 Business Days)
$50.00
YOLO superior court
Service
Fees
​Document Retrieval 
(Routine: 3-4 Business Days)
​(Includes up to 5 pages)
$150.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Standard Copy Fee
$0.50 per page
Certified Copies
+$25.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Certified Judgment
+$15.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Exemplified Copies
+$50.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Records Search
+$10.00 if a case number is not provided
​Rush Service 
(2 Business Day Retrieval)
​
(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$100.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
Same Day Service 
​(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$125.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
​Additional trips ​
+$75.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
PLACER SUPERIOR COURTS
Service
Fees
​Document Retrieval 
(Routine: 3-4 Business Days)
​(Includes up to 5 pages)
$150.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Standard Copy Fee
$0.50 per page
Certified Copies
+$25.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Certified Judgment
+$15.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Exemplified Copies
+$50.00 + Standard Copy Fee
Records Search
+$10.00 if a case number is not provided
​Rush Service 
(2 Business Day Retrieval)
​
(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$100.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
Same Day Service
​(Submission Deadline 10:00 a.m.)
+$125.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
​Additional trips ​
+$50.00 + Case Retrieval Fee
Apostille and Certifications
Document(s) are physically transported and presented to the California Secretary of State Sacramento Office then returned via USPS First Class Mail. 
For one certification to the authenticity of the signature for one official:
$125 Routine (3-4 Business Days)
$200 Rush (Next Business Day)
$250 Rush (Same Business Day)


Additional $50 fee for each additional authentication certificate for each signature to be authenticated
​(per apostille).
How do I submit my original or certified documents? 
Documents can be mailed or personal delivered to Prepared Legal Corporation, 180 Promenade Circle, Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95834
​
OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, except for all major holidays.
Request Apostille (Authentication) Service

What is an Apostille?
The California Secretary of State provides an Apostille to authenticate California public officials' signatures on documents to be used outside the United States of America. An Apostille certifies:
  • the authenticity of the signature of the public official (i.e. court clerk, judge, or notary public) who signed the document,
  • the capacity in which that public official acted, and
  • when appropriate, the identity of the seal or stamp which the document bears, e.g. a notary public seal.
The Apostille does not validate the contents of the document.

Birth or Death Certificate issued in California
Note: If a birth or death certificate has the signature of a Health Officer or County Registrar (e.g. Local Registrar, Registrar of Vital Records), prior to presenting to the California Secretary of State for authentication, one of the following may be required:
  1. have that birth or death certificate certified by the county clerk’s office in the county in which it was issued; or
  2. obtain a certified copy of that birth or death certificate from the county recorder or the State of California Department of Public Health. ​
For more information, visit the California Secretary of State Apostille Frequently Asked Questions webpage or contact the California Secretary of State for clarification at (916) 653–3595.

Source: The California Secretary of State
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Filing Request Order Form
Document Retrieval Request Form
Apostille (Authentication) Request Form
NON-ATTORNEY DISCLOSURE: 
Prepared Legal Corp. (PLC) is not a law firm. Angela Grijalva is not a lawyer and cannot give legal advice. Neither
PLC nor Angela Grijalva can represent you in court. PLC can provide document preparation services at the client's direction.

​Services provided by
PLC are not substitute for the advise of a lawyer. If you have questions regarding the section of appropriate forms, you should seek the advice of a lawyer. ​
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LEGAL DOCUMENT PREPARERS

Ph: (916) 750-0073
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180 Promenade Circle, Suite 300
​Sacramento, CA 95834
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​DIVULGACIÓN DE NO ABOGADOS: 
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Prepared Legal Corp. (PLC) no es un bufete de abogados. Angela Grijalva no es abogada y no puede dar consejos legales. Ni PLC ni Angela Grijalva pueden representarlo en la corte. PLC puede proporcionar servicios de preparación de documentos a nombre del cliente.

Los servicios provistos por
PLC no sustituyen el asesoramiento de un abogado. Si tiene preguntas con respecto a la sección de formularios apropiados, debe consultar un abogado .
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