Richard E. Arnason Justice Center
Building Information
Cases Served
Services
Additional Information
Filing Clerk windows open to the public at
8:00 AM and close at 4:00 PM.
Court phones are answered 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM. After 3:00 PM a voice mail system will respond to your call.
(925) 608-1000
Background Information
It is the courthouse for the former Delta Judicial District – the East County -- and serves the communities of Antioch, Bay Point, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Oakley and Pittsburg.
Entrance/Security
There is only one entrance to the courthouse and this is accessible for people with disabilities. As in most court buildings, anyone entering the building must go through a security check.
Matters heard at the Richard E. Arnason Justice Center
There are seven courtrooms in Pittsburg. Cases heard here include family law, small claims, civil-unlawful detainers, criminal and traffic proceedings. Some domestic violence and juvenile matters may also be heard.
Jury Assembly Room
The Jury Assembly Room in Pittsburg has snack and beverage vending machines, filtered hot and cold water, and a lactation room. While jurors are waiting to be selected they are afforded a scenic view of Mt. Diablo.