How-To Guides

Legal Self Help Guides

Access legal self help guides from LASSB to better understand common civil legal processes and next steps. These resources provide practical information for people in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, including guidance on family law and other legal matters.

Legal Self Help Guides and Resources

Family Law understanding your steps

ChildSupportUnderstandingYourOptions

California Criminal Record Remedies Overview and Advocacy Strategies

San Bernardino County – Local Forms

San Bernardino County – Self-Help 

Riverside County – Local Forms

California Criminal Record Remedies Overview and Advocacy Strategies

Child Support Understanding Your Options

Community Resource List

Constructive Eviction Sample Letter Instructions

Family Law Understanding Your Options

Tenant Eviction Steps

Tenant Eviction Steps Spanish

Harassment Sample Letter

Lock Out Letter Sample Letter

Quiet Enjoyment Sample Letter

Retaliation Sample Letter

Demand For Deposit Sample Letter

Section 8 Tenant That Did Not Received a 90-Day Notice Sample Letter

Warranty of Habitability Sample Letter

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