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All events scheduled with the General Jurisdiction Division of the Office of Administrative Hearings will be virtual proceedings as scheduled, unless otherwise noted in a particular case.

Members of the public may observe General Jurisdiction Division virtual, telephonic, or in-person proceedings except where the proceeding is not open to the public pursuant to statute, regulation or order. Any observers may not participate in, record, or disrupt the proceedings. To obtain information on how to observe a particular proceeding, please contact the regional OAH office where the proceeding is scheduled. Contact information is available here: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OAH/Case-Types/General-Jurisdiction/Contact

General Jurisdiction

As part of the Office of Administrative Hearings, provides hearings, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution services to state and local governmental entities.

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Administrative Procedure Act Cases

Learn more about the impartial hearings, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution services for state and local government entities.

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Cases for Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Learn how to become a pro tempore judge for the program and access penal code sections.

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Cases for Department of Child Support Services 

Access information on the department's Complaint Resolution Program hearings.

DDS

Cases for Department of Developmental Services

Link to information on how OAH contracts with the department to provide due process hearings and mediation services.

Cases for Department of State Hospitals

Read resources on the administration of involuntary anti-psychotic medication to individuals confined within the department's jurisdiction.

Other Specialized Cases Heard by OAH

Learn about alternative dispute resolutions, educational audit appeals panel hearings, employee dispute mediations, and more.

Cases Involving Teacher Dismissals

Obtain information on hearings concerning suspension or dismissal of permanent certificated teachers under the California Education Code.

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Cases Involving Teacher Reduction in Force

Access information on the process behind these proceedings for school districts that occur during a six-week period beginning in late March. 

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  • General Jurisdiction COVID-19 Updates

    Check here for any ongoing information related to the COVID-19 concerns and how cases before the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) General Jurisdiction Division may be affected.
  • OAH is a neutral forum for fair and independent resolution of administrative matters.

    The Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is an independent office housed within the Department of General Services for administrative purposes.
  • ALJ Biographical Information

    Look up OAH Administrative Law Judge biographical information.
  • DDS Decisions Search

    Users can search decisions issued for Department of Developmental Services hearings.
  • General Jurisdiction Web Calendar

    Look up hearing dates or other court event dates by date, case number, case name, or agency name for the General Jurisdiction Division.
  • Secure e-File Transfer (SFT) System Information

    Secure e-File Transfer (SFT) system is used to securely send and receive documents related to OAH cases. For information, instructions and FAQs about Secure e-File Transfer (SFT) system, please visit this page.

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General Jurisdiction Calendar

Access the General Jurisdiction Calendar
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OAH Offices by County and Region

Locate your local OAH office
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  • Access Office of Administrative Hearings Advisory Committee Meeting Information

    View information about the OAH Advisory Committee meeting under the Lanterman Act.

  • Find Contract Information to Obtain OAH Court Reporter Services

    View contract information for certified shorthand reporter services by region, including vendor information, rates, and fees. 

  • Request Continuance of OAH General Jurisdiction Proceeding

    View information about how to request for a continuance in the General Jurisdiction Division.

Contact

Office of Administrative Hearings General Jurisdiction

2349 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95833

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