Appeals Frequently Asked Questions

• Appellate Division FAQ - Misdemeanor, Infraction, Limited Civil (disputes involving $25,000 or less)
• If you wish to appeal a trial court decision on a misdemeanor, infraction, or limited civil  matter, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court will hear your appeal.  Note: Although the Appellate Division will review your appeal, you must file your Notice of Appeal in the appropriate business office location.

• Appeals FAQ - Probate, Family, Felony, Unlimited Civil (disputes involving more than $25,000)
• If you wish to appeal a  probate,  family, felony, or unlimited civil  matter, the 4th District Court of Appeal will review the decision made by the trial court and determine if a legal error was made in giving its decision. Note: Although the 4th District Court of Appeal will review your appeal, you must file your Notice of Appeal in the Superior Court Appeals office located in downtown San Diego if your matter was heard in the Central, East or South Divisions:

Central Courthouse, 2nd Floor
1100 Union Street
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 844-2348

For matters heard in the North County Division (Vista), your Notice of Appeal must be filed at the North County Courthouse:

North County Regional Center
325 South Melrose
Vista, CA 92081

8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Juvenile: (760) 201-8600, select 17120

Felony, Misdemeanor, Infraction: (760) 201-8600, select 160