California Judicial Branch
04/08/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/08/2026 14:26
Fourth Appellate District Announces Destruction of Old Court Records
Riverside-The Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, has announced its intention to destroy original proceedings pursuant to Rule 10.1028(d)(1) of the California Rules of Court.
All original proceedings (excluding those with published opinions) are preserved for a period longer than 10 years. The records transfer lists of the cases and files relating to this destruction of old court records are available on the court's website:
Anyone who knows of a reason why any of the records listed should be retained, whether for historical or other reasons, should notify AnnDee Smith, Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer. The reasons for retention should be sent in writing by May 8th, 2026 to:
AnnDee Smith, Assistant Clerk/Executive Officer
Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two
3389 12th Street
Riverside, CA 92501
Please note that records and case files for actions that result in a published opinion will be retained permanently by the California State Archives, 1020 "O" Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. The Reference Desk can be contacted at (916) 653-2246. Their website is www.sos.ca.gov/archives.
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