Which Sacramento DUI Courthouse Hears a Case
Sacramento has several court buildings, and each one handles different case types. Finding the right Sacramento DUI courthouse matters before any hearing. A wrong building can mean a late arrival.
The court’s own pages list each location. So start there.
Criminal Court Locations
The Sacramento Superior Court criminal division says it operates in two separate court facilities. It lists the Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Courthouse and the Lorenzo Patiño Hall of Justice, which it labels as the Main Jail location. Its phone line is 916-874-5522, option 1.
Most DUI cases proceed in those criminal facilities. However, the notice or portal shows the exact department.
Addresses
The court locations page lists the Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Sacramento County Courthouse at 500 G Street in Sacramento. It lists the Lorenzo Patiño Hall of Justice at 651 I Street. Other buildings, such as the Carol Miller Justice Center, handle other matters.
Check the notice for the address. Then compare it with the court’s list.
Planning a Visit to a Sacramento DUI Courthouse
Arrive early for security screening. Also plan parking or transit, since downtown parking fills fast. In addition, bring the notice, photo identification and any DMV papers.
The article on Sacramento DUI arraignment steps explains what to bring to the first hearing.
Accessibility
The ADA accommodations page says each court facility has accommodations for persons with disabilities. It lists elevators with Braille lettering and accessible restrooms. Service animals are welcome at all facilities.
Requests for other accommodations must be made at least five business days before the date needed. The guide on Sacramento court language access explains interpreter requests too.
Confirming the Location
Locations can change with a case transfer. So check the portal before each hearing. The article on Sacramento DUI case lookup steps explains how to search.
A Sacramento DUI courthouse visit often takes most of a morning. Therefore, arrange work and childcare for the full time.
The courthouse may also post daily calendars near the entrance or online. For example, the criminal division page links to a criminal calendar search. So check the calendar the day before a hearing to confirm the department.
Also, write down the department number and floor before leaving home. Then allow extra time to find the courtroom after security.
If a hearing runs late, stay until the clerk confirms the next date. Leaving early can cause confusion about the case.