Childrens Waiting Room

Children’s Waiting Room

The Children’s Waiting Room is a free service for parents and guardians who have court business at the Stockton Courthouse. It provides a safe, supervised place for children while parents or guardians conduct court business within the building.

The Children’s Waiting Room is operated by the Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC). Learn more about the Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) .

Location and hours

Stockton Courthouse

180 E. Weber Avenue
Room 104, First Floor
Stockton, CA 95202
Phone: (209) 992-5532

Hours of operation

  • Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Closed daily from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
  • Closed on the first Friday of each month
Children’s Waiting Room flyer showing free supervised care for children ages 0 to 12 while a parent or guardian conducts court business.
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About the Children’s Waiting Room and staff

Age-appropriate games, toys, and activities are provided for children. Light snacks are also available. Staff members have childcare experience and are trained in CPR and basic first aid.

The Children’s Waiting Room provides short-term care only while parents or guardians remain within the courthouse. Please allow at least 10 minutes to complete check-in paperwork.

How to use the Children’s Waiting Room

Upon arrival, parents or guardians must complete a registration form and present a valid photo ID (passport, driver’s license, or state-issued identification card).

You must remain on-site and be attending a court hearing, using Family Court services, or visiting the Self-Help / Pro Per Clinic to use the Children’s Waiting Room.

CAPC staff will request the court case number, hearing date, time, department, and the names of the litigants when children are signed in.

Important: The Children’s Waiting Room is closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Children may not remain in the Children’s Waiting Room during this time.

Who may use the Children’s Waiting Room

Any parent or guardian with court business at the Stockton Courthouse may use the Children’s Waiting Room, including defendants, witnesses, litigants, individuals filing documents, and those attending hearings or using Family Court or Self-Help / Pro Per Clinic services.

Children ages 12 and under, including infants, are welcome.