Law Library News and Updates

Kern County Law Library

New Workshop on Civil Trials – August 12, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Space is limited, so CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT.  You will receive a confirmation email that reminds you of the time, but to be clear: This workshop will take place in person.

This workshop will introduce litigants to key concepts you will need to know to present your case to the court when your civil case reaches the date of trial.  Join us for this presentation to better understand how you can present evidence, question witnesses, and more.

 

Access to the library is available by appointment and on a walk-in basis.

The Law Library will give priority access to customers with appointments.

The rules of access are posted below.

Face coverings are optional, however, individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 10 days, may not enter a courthouse

Individuals exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms, which include, but are not limited to fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, will not be granted access to the law library.

With the exception of a fifteen cent per page printing/photocopying fee, the staff of the law library will not charge you money for the services we provide.  The law library staff are prohibited by law from accepting payment in exchange for document preparation, and the law library staff cannot accept gifts.  Please read below for a full description of the library’s rules of operations.

You should visit www.kernbar.org to view listings of local attorneys if you need legal advice or assistance preparing legal documents.

 

 

 

Contact
Phone

(661) 868-5320

Email

info@kclawlib.org

Office

1415 Truxtun Ave, Rm. 301 Bakersfield, CA 93301

Hours

Walk-in access begins April 4, 2022.

Monday-Thursday:
8am – 12pm, and 1pm – 4pm
Friday:
8am – 12 pm, and 1pm – 3:30 pm

Customers with appointments will receive priority access over walk-in cusomers.  

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Services Available

NOLO Books

We now have Nolo books available online. If you are looking for Self-Help materials on a variety of topics including family law, probate, small claims, estate planning, and more, check out our free collection.

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How to Expunge your Record

Information regarding the process of improving your criminal record by asking the court to dismiss eligible convictions. 

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Small Claims

Information for people looking to make a claim in small claims courts. Please note, attorneys are not allowed in small claims court and the maximum you can sue for is $10,000.00.

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Civil Harassment

Procedural guidance and forms for people seeking to file a civil harassment restraining order.

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Unlawful Detainer

Unlawful Detainers are lawsuits where landlords ask for an order to evict a tenant. We have separate pages for landlords and tenants.

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State Prison Library Requests

A list of several organizations who offer help to inmates and prisoners to secure library requests including the PLO, which also offer resource guides on topics such as conditions, parole suitability, immigration, and criminal law information.

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Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of July 13, 2022

Jul 7, 2022

Please scroll beneath the agenda to find Zoom information if you wish to attend this meeting remotely.   Zoom information for those who wish to attend remotely is posted below.  Please be sure to note the passcode to enter the meeting is included in the Zoom...

Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of June 8, 2022

Jun 1, 2022

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Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of May 11, 2022

May 5, 2022

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Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of April 13, 2022

Apr 5, 2022

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Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of 2/9/2022

Feb 3, 2022

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Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of January 5, 2022

Dec 29, 2021

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Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of December 8, 2021

Dec 2, 2021

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Hours

Monday - Thursday:
8am-4pm
Friday:
8am-3:30pm

Location and Phone

1415 Truxtun Ave, Rm. 301 Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 868-5320

Available Services

Including library services & resources availble for use

Information and Guidance

For example, which forms to complete and how to file them.