Modoc Superior (Alturas) Venue Guide
205 South East Street, Alturas, CA 9610112mo
Avg. to Trial
~15
Court PI Filings
Superior
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
Most remote CA county — extreme northeastern corner
Very small population — ~9,000 county-wide
Very conservative ranching community
Extremely limited jury pool
Filing Procedures
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Paper filing accepted
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Filing fee approximately $435
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Pure comparative fault applies
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2-year SOL for PI
Local Rules & Requirements
Pure comparative fault
2-year SOL
Modoc County local rules
Mediation available
Strategic Tips
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US-395 and SR-299 are primary routes
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Cattle and agricultural equipment on roads
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Extremely low caseload
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Change of venue frequently warranted
Frequently Asked Questions — Modoc Superior (Alturas)
Sources & Methodology
Disposition times: Based on state court annual reports and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) State Court Caseload Digest (2023). Estimated averages for personal injury civil cases; actual timelines vary by case complexity.
Caseload figures: Derived from state court annual reports and NCSC Court Statistics Project data where available.
Filing procedures & fees: From court websites and published local rules of court, current as of early 2026. Fees and procedures are subject to change.
Jury pool characteristics: Based on county demographic data (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022), county-level jury verdict reporters, and published local bar association litigation guides.
Disclaimer: Court venue profiles are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Procedures, fees, and timelines change frequently. Verify all information with the court clerk's office before filing.
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