Santa Maria Juvenile Court is located in Santa Barbara County at 4285 Califorina Blvd, Suite B, Santa Maria, CA 93455. The court is a juvenile court that deals with family law and delinquency cases involving minors. The court also has a juvenile traffic division.

The Santa Maria Juvenile Court hears cases involving:

-Abuse, abandonment, or neglect of a child

-Unruly or delinquent behavior by a minor

-Visitation and custody disputes between parents

-Termination of parental rights

-Adoption

-Child support

-Juvenile traffic offenses

The court has a number of services and programs available to help families and minors, including:

-A Parenting Education Program that offers classes on topics such as effective parenting techniques, child development, and anger management.

-A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program that trains volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system.

-A Mediation Program that offers families an opportunity to resolve their disputes outside of court.

-A Restorative Justice Program that allows victims and offenders to meet face-to-face to talk about the impact of the crime and come up with a plan to make things right.

If you are involved in a case at the Santa Maria Juvenile Court, or if you are considering filing a case, it is important to speak with an experienced attorney who can explain your rights and options. The attorneys at West Coast Family Law have extensive experience handling juvenile court cases and can help you navigate the process. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.