Law Library News and Updates
Kern County Law Library
Kern County Law Library will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 for Labor Day
The library has changed its hours as of July 24th, 2023 to reserve Friday afternoons for appointments only. Please review the information below for details about appointment access to the law library.
When you visit the library, please be sure to mention if you have an appointment.
Read below for our rules of access.
You should visit www.kernbar.org to view listings of local attorneys if you need legal advice or assistance preparing legal documents.
Phone
(661) 610-6325
library@kern.courts.ca.gov
Office
1415 Truxtun Ave, Rm. 301 Bakersfield, CA 93301
Hours
Monday-Thursday:
8am – 12pm, and 1pm – 4pm
Friday:
8am – 12 pm for walk-in access 1pm – 3:30 pm for APPOINTMENT ONLY ACCESS
Customers with appointments will receive priority access over walk-in cusomers.
Kern Law Library
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.
How to Expunge your Record
Information regarding the process of improving your criminal record by asking the court to dismiss eligible convictions.
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.
Civil Harassment
Procedural guidance and forms for people seeking to file a civil harassment restraining order.
Unlawful Detainer
Unlawful Detainers are lawsuits where landlords ask for an order to evict a tenant. We have separate pages for landlords and tenants.
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.
Kern Law Library
Latest News
Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of May 11, 2022
Please scroll below the agenda to find the Zoom meeting info if you wish to attend this meeting remotely. You are welcome to attend a Zoom meeting. Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: May 11, 2022 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)...
Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting of April 13, 2022
If you wish to join this meeting as a member of the public, please scroll below the agenda to find the Zoom info for the meeting. Zoom Meeting Info: Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Apr 13, 2022 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and...
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of March 9, 2022
To join this meeting, please use the Zoom information below: Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Mar 9, 2022 12:15PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting...
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of 2/9/2022
Please look below the agenda to access the link to attend this meeting via Zoom. Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Feb 9, 2022 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting...
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Special Meeting of January 26, 2022
Please scroll below the meeting agenda to find the Zoom login informaton if you wish to attend this meeting remotely. Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Jan 26, 2022 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting...
Announcement: Election and Appointment Judicial Members of the 2022 Board of Trustees
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of January 5, 2022
Please look below the posted agenda for information about how you can join the Zoom meeting - PLEASE NOTE: a meeting ID and password are required. How to Join Scheduled Zoom Meeting: Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Jan 5, 2022 12:15 PM...
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of December 8, 2021
Please find below the agenda for the Board of Trustees meeting of 12/8/2021. In order to attend, feel free to use the Zoom meeting info below. Please be sure to take note of the passcode and Meeting ID. Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time:...
CLOSED NOVEMBER 11, 2021 FOR VETERANS DAY
The Kern County Law Library will be closed November 11, 2021 in observance of Veterans Day.
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of 11/10/2021
Zoom Meeting Information: Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Nov 10, 2021 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87572240521 Meeting ID: 875 7224 0521 Dial by your location +1 720 707 2699...
Initial Communication of Intent to Relocate Certain Court Divisions
As stated in the title of this post: this communication is being distributed as an announcement of the court administration's initial intent to relocate certain divisions in the courthouse to improve court operations and increase efficiency. Further details...
Agenda for Kern County Law Library Meeting of October 13, 2021
Please see below for the invitation to the Zoom meeting if you wish to attend. Evan Moran is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Kern County Law Library Board of Trustees Meeting Time: Oct 13, 2021 12:15 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom...
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More Information
Hours
Monday - Thursday:
8am-4pm
Friday:
8am-12pm
1-3:30 available by appointment only
Location and Phone
1415 Truxtun Ave, Rm. 301 Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 610-6325
Available Services
Including library services & resources availble for use
Information and Guidance
For example, which forms to complete and how to file them.