The District

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of California is a crucial component of the federal judicial system, serving a significant portion of the state. This district encompasses a diverse population across several counties, including major agricultural regions and urban centers like Sacramento and Fresno.

The court’s primary courthouse is located in Sacramento, with additional divisions in Fresno, Bakersfield, and Yosemite. 

US District Judge Responsibilities

The Eastern District of California is staffed by 9 U.S. District Judges, and 14 Magistrate Judges

The judges in the Eastern District of California deal with a wide range of cases, reflecting the district’s diverse economic and social landscape. This includes significant cases related to agricultural law, environmental issues pertinent to California’s Central Valley, and complex civil rights litigation. Their responsibilities encompass trial management, pre-trial proceedings, ruling on motions, and issuing legal opinions, upholding justice in a diverse and dynamic legal environment.

US Courthouse Locations

501 I Street, Room 4-200 Sacramento, CA 95814  916-930-4000
2500 Tulare Street, Room 1501 Fresno, CA 93721 559-499-5600
2986 Bechelli Lane Redding, CA  96002  530-246-5416
510 19th Street, Suite 200 Bakersfield, CA  93301  661-326-6620
9004 Castle Cliff Court Yosemite, CA  95389 209-372-0320

Federal Public Defender’s Office

The Federal Public Defender’s Office in the Eastern District of California provides crucial legal representation to indigent defendants in federal criminal cases, covering all stages of the legal process, including trial, plea negotiations, sentencing, and appeals before the 9th Circuit and the United States Supreme Court, as well as probation or supervised release violation cases.
2300 Tulare Street, Suite 330 Fresno, CA 93721  Toll Free: 855-656-4360
801 I Street, 3rd floor Sacramento, CA 95814  Toll Free: 855-328-8339

U.S. Pre Trial Services

U.S. Pre Trial services in the Eastern District of California assesses individuals charged with federal crimes, recommending bail and release conditions to ensure court appearances and public safety. The system aims to minimize unnecessary detention, provide fair treatment, and guide defendants through the complexities of the pretrial process.

501 I Street 2nd Floor, Suite 2-400 Sacramento, Ca 95814   Phone: (916) 930-4350
2500 Tulare Street, Suite 3601 Fresno CA 93721  Phone: (559) 499-5770
510 19th Street, Room #150  Bakersfield, Ca. 93301  Phone: (661) 321-3812 

Federal Bail Bonds

In the Eastern District of California bond fulfillment documents must be submitted in person at the Criminal Intake window, typically between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Bail payments are accepted via cashier’s checks or money orders; cash over $5,000 and personal checks are not accepted.

Be sure to contact the Clerk of the Court or US PreTrial services for exact bail information.

Federal Prison Early Release

For those in the Eastern District of  California facing federal prison for crimes like white-collar offenses and drug trafficking, Wall Street Prison Consultants offers assistance with, guiding defendants through the Court process, prison survival and early release programs. Contact Wall Street Prison Consultants at 855-577-4766

U.S. Attorney’s Office

The U.S. The Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California enforces federal laws, empanels Grand Juries, and issues indictments. Assistant United States Attorneys prosecute a range of federal crimes, reflecting the district’s unique legal landscape.

501 I Street, Suite 10-100 Sacramento, CA. 95814  (916) 554-2700
2500 Tulare Street, Suite. 4401  Fresno, CA. 93721 (559) 497-4000
4550 California Avenue, Suite 640  Bakersfield, CA. 93309  (661) 489-6150