California Exhibit Stamps
Professional exhibit labeling for California Superior Courts
Quick Reference
Key Requirements for California
- COLOR-CODED SYSTEM: Yellow stickers for plaintiffs/petitioners, blue for defendants/respondents
- Each paper exhibit separated by hard 8.5x11 sheet with tabs extending below page bottom
- Electronic bookmarks required for e-filed exhibits linking to first page of each exhibit
- Pages from single deposition = single exhibit
- Foreign language exhibits require certified English translations under oath
- Multi-page exhibits internally paginated per CRC 3.1110(f)
- 58 counties with significant local variations - ALWAYS verify local rules
- Text-searchable PDF required for e-filing
Major County Rules
Los Angeles
STRICTEST: Bates numbering required, plaintiff exhibits start at 001, defendant at 101. Exchange 5 calendar days before FSC. At least 3 sets of tabbed exhibit binders at trial.
Local Rule: LA Local Rules 3.52, 3.53, 3.25
San Francisco
Exhibits exchanged 10 days prior to trial. Slip sheets between exhibits.
Local Rule: LRSF 6.1, 6.4
San Diego
Tan/light brown court exhibit tags required from Civil Business Office. 5 court days prior.
Local Rule: Local Rule 2.5.6
Orange County
Electronic Evidence Portal mandatory as of January 2025. Joint Exhibit Notebooks required (two sets, max 3" each). Issue Conference at least 10 days before trial.
Local Rule: Local Rule 317
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Typical California Exhibit Timeline
Statewide framework requiring index of exhibits with tabs, electronic bookmarks for e-filed documents, and hard 8.5x11 separator sheets.
See California Exhibit Requirements in Action
Watch how ExhibitPrep auto-applies California court requirements with Numbers (1, 2, 3...) + Yellow stickers for plaintiffs and Letters (A, B, C...) + Blue stickers for defendants.
California County Court Guides
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California Exhibit FAQs
How do I mark exhibits for California courts?
In California, plaintiffs typically use Numbers (1, 2, 3...) + Yellow stickers while defendants use Letters (A, B, C...) + Blue stickers. Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.
What is the e-filing system for California?
California uses County-specific (OneFile LA, File & Serve SD, etc.) for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 25 MB. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.
When must exhibits be exchanged in California?
Statewide framework requiring index of exhibits with tabs, electronic bookmarks for e-filed documents, and hard 8.5x11 separator sheets. The typical exchange deadline is Varies by county (3-15 days before trial/FSC). Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.
Does ExhibitPrep work for California courts?
Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with California court requirements. Our tool supports Numbers (1, 2, 3...) + Yellow stickers for plaintiffs and Letters (A, B, C...) + Blue stickers for defendants.
Are there county-specific rules in California?
Yes, California has county-specific variations. Los Angeles strictest: bates numbering required, plaintiff exhibits start at 001, defendant at 101. exchange 5 calendar days before fsc. at least 3 sets of tabbed exhibit binders at trial.. Always check local rules for your specific court.
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Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.