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San Diego Central Courthouse Exhibit Requirements

San Diego County Superior Court - Central Division

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San Diego Central Courthouse exhibit facts at a glance
  • San Diego Central Courthouse is part of San Diego County Superior Court - Central Division, serving San Diego County, California.
  • Plaintiffs mark exhibits Exhibit 1, 2, 3... and defendants mark exhibits Exhibit A, B, C... at San Diego Central Courthouse.
  • San Diego Central Courthouse requires e-filing through File & ServeXpress; confirm the current per-document file-size limit with the system.
  • CRC 3.1110 / SDSC Local Rules is the primary rule governing exhibit marking and format at San Diego Central Courthouse.
  • The preferred exhibit file format at San Diego Central Courthouse is PDF/A.
  • San Diego Central Courthouse is located at 1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA 92101.
  • New building opened 2017 with modern facilities
  • A common exhibit mistake at San Diego Central Courthouse: not checking division-specific local rules.
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Filing Essentials

E-Filing SystemFile & ServeXpress
File Size LimitConfirm the limit with the court’s e-filing system
Preferred FormatPDF/A
Plaintiff MarkingExhibit 1, 2, 3...
Defendant MarkingExhibit A, B, C...
Primary RuleCRC 3.1110 / SDSC Local Rules
Clerk's Office: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The clerk's counter operates Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Electronic filings through File & ServeXpress generally have a later effective cutoff than the physical counter -- verify the exact time before relying on it for a same-day deadline.

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Local Tips for San Diego Central Courthouse

  • New building opened 2017 with modern facilities
  • Self-represented litigant services available
  • Check the court's local rules to confirm whether e-filing is mandatory for your case.
  • San Diego County-wide practice: confirm exhibit tagging and marking requirements with the court before trial.

Location & Access

1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Public parking garage adjacent to courthouse.

Expect a metal detector and bag check at the main entrance. Lines tend to run longest right at opening and just before lunch.

Common Mistakes at San Diego Central Courthouse

  • 1.Not checking division-specific local rules
  • 2.Overlooking the court's local e-filing requirement for civil cases
  • 3.Submitting an exhibit file larger than the court’s e-filing limit instead of splitting it

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San Diego Central Courthouse Exhibit FAQs

How do plaintiffs and defendants mark exhibits differently at San Diego Central Courthouse?

Plaintiffs typically use Exhibit 1, 2, 3... while defendants use Exhibit A, B, C..., under CRC 3.1110 / SDSC Local Rules. Individual departments can vary this convention, so confirm with the assigned judge's standing orders before trial.

What e-filing system does San Diego County use, and what's the size limit?

San Diego Central Courthouse files through File & ServeXpress, capped at Confirm the limit with the court’s e-filing system per document. Documents should be submitted in PDF/A format for best compatibility.

What's the most common exhibit mistake attorneys make at San Diego Central Courthouse?

Not checking division-specific local rules. Building in extra time to double-check formatting before the filing deadline avoids most rejections.

What's one local filing quirk to know before showing up at San Diego Central Courthouse?

New building opened 2017 with modern facilities.

Does ExhibitPrep produce exhibits that comply with San Diego Central Courthouse requirements?

Yes. ExhibitPrep supports the Exhibit 1, 2, 3... / Exhibit A, B, C... marking conventions used at San Diego County Superior Court - Central Division and exports PDF/A files within the Confirm the limit with the court’s e-filing system limit for File & ServeXpress.

ExhibitPrep formats documents; it does not provide legal advice or filing approval. Some guidance remains unverified. Citations support only their stated claims and scope. Review the finished files against current court instructions and case orders before filing. Check requirements and the finished PDF before filing.

Last updated: 2026-03. Always verify current requirements with the court.