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    Updated July 2026

    Child Support in Tehama County, California

    A plain-language guide to child support in Tehama County, from California's statewide guideline formula to the forms you file at the Superior Court of California, County of Tehama and how to prepare your paperwork without hiring an attorney.

    A parent preparing a child support filing in Tehama County

    Tehama County offers E-File CA and an Online Calendar Portal. A parent can submit a child support filing electronically and check hearing dates without calling the clerk. The courthouse is at 1740 Walnut St., Red Bluff, CA 96080, phone (530) 527-3484.

    Tehama County calculates support the same way as the rest of the state. The formula is Family Code 4055, based on each parent's net income and the timeshare split for the child. Run the free calculator at childsupport.ca.gov before you file Form FL-300 with an FL-150 income declaration. You can file through E-File CA or in person.

    The Tehama County Local Child Support Agency, at 1005 Vista Way, Suite A in Red Bluff, can open a case and establish parentage. It can also collect payments. It usually does this without charging the parent who asks for help. That office is separate from the courthouse. A collections-only case may not require any court visit.

    If the filing fee is a barrier, ask for a fee waiver, Form FW-001, at the courthouse. Once an order is entered, California generally adds an automatic income withholding order to the paying parent's wages. Support is deducted from a paycheck instead of relying on a mailed payment each month. The Local Child Support Agency and the courthouse operate independently. A parent working only through the agency on collections generally never needs to appear at the Walnut Street courthouse in person.

    Estimate your Tehama County child support

    California uses one statewide guideline formula, so you can get an estimate for a Tehama County case with our free calculator before you file.

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    How child support is calculated in California

    California sets child support with a statewide uniform guideline (Family Code section 4055) that applies the same way in Tehama County as everywhere else. The formula is based mainly on two things:

    1. Both parents' net disposable incomes.
    2. The percentage of time the child spends with each parent (the timeshare).

    The guideline amount is presumed to be correct, and courts use a calculator to run the numbers. Because the result depends on accurate income, the Income and Expense Declaration (Form FL-150) you file is what drives your number.

    Where child support cases are handled in Tehama County

    Child support in Tehama County is handled through the Superior Court of California, County of Tehama, and the county's Local Child Support Agency, which is part of the California Department of Child Support Services. There are two common paths:

    1. Either parent files a Request for Order (Form FL-300) with an Income and Expense Declaration (Form FL-150) inside a divorce, parentage, or custody case.
    2. The Local Child Support Agency opens a case to establish, collect, and enforce support, often at no cost to the parents.

    Because courthouse and local agency office details change over time, confirm current details using the official California Courts court finder:

    Find the Tehama County Superior Court (official California Courts finder)

    Local notes for Tehama County

    Use the Online Calendar Portal before every hearing. It lets a Tehama County parent confirm a date and department without a phone call. That can matter if court staffing runs thin on a given day.

    E-File CA is the county's named vendor. Several neighboring counties only describe e-filing in general terms and do not name a system. Confirm which document types E-File CA accepts before assuming every filing can go through it. Some filings may still require an in-person visit.

    Tehama County has not confirmed whether child support matters are heard by a commissioner or a judge. Exact facilitator hours are not posted either. Check tehama.courts.ca.gov before planning a trip to Red Bluff. Corning parents are still served by the same Red Bluff courthouse and Vista Way agency office. Tehama County does not split family law filings across separate branch locations.

    Official child support resources in Tehama County

    Superior Court of California, County of Tehama handles child-support filings, located at 1740 Walnut St., Red Bluff 96080. Phone: (530) 527-3484.

    E-filing is available. The court offers E-File CA for electronic filing and an Online Calendar Portal for hearing information.

    Tehama County Self-Help Center / Family Law Facilitator (https://www.tehama.courts.ca.gov/) can help with procedure and paperwork. Helps self-represented parents with forms and procedure; cannot give legal advice for your situation.

    Local details reviewed August 2026. Offices and locations can change, so confirm with the official sites above before you file.

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    Tehama County Child Support FAQs

    Where do I file for child support in Tehama County?

    File Form FL-300 with an FL-150 income declaration at the courthouse, 1740 Walnut St., Red Bluff. You can also file through E-File CA, or ask the Tehama County Local Child Support Agency, 1005 Vista Way, Suite A, Red Bluff, to open a case for you. Call (530) 527-3484 to confirm procedure before filing.

    Can I check my Tehama County hearing date online?

    Yes. Tehama County offers an Online Calendar Portal along with its E-File CA electronic filing system. Parents can confirm hearing dates and departments without calling the clerk. Check it before every scheduled appearance. It can save a call and confirm details before you go.

    How is child support calculated in Tehama County?

    Tehama County uses Family Code 4055. This is the same statewide guideline formula used across California. It weighs each parent's net disposable income against the percentage of time the child spends with each parent. Use the free calculator at childsupport.ca.gov before filing to get an estimated number. If income or the custody schedule changes meaningfully after the order is set, either parent can use E-File CA again to ask the court for a recalculated amount.

    What does the Local Child Support Agency handle in Tehama County?

    The agency, at 1005 Vista Way, Suite A in Red Bluff, can establish parentage when needed and calculate a guideline support order. It can also collect and enforce payments, generally at no direct cost to the parent requesting help. The agency is a separate office from the courthouse. A parent who does not want to work with the agency can file directly with the court and manage the case without agency involvement at any point.

    Is there help for parents filing without a lawyer in Tehama County?

    Tehama County lists a self-help center that can explain required forms and filing steps. It cannot advise on the outcome of a specific case. Exact hours are not confirmed online, so call the courthouse or check tehama.courts.ca.gov before making a trip to Red Bluff.

    What if I can't afford the Tehama County filing fee?

    Ask the clerk for Form FW-001, the Request to Waive Court Fees, when you file your child support paperwork at 1740 Walnut St. If your income qualifies, the court can waive the fee. The self-help resource can help point you to the form. The self-help center can also confirm whether your specific document qualifies for E-File CA before you submit it electronically.

    This page is general information about California child support procedure in Tehama County, not legal advice for your situation. The calculator provides an estimate only, and the court determines the actual guideline amount. Court locations, agency offices, and filing details change; always confirm current details with the Superior Court of California, County of Tehama or the official California self-help center resources. Virdix is not a law firm and is not a substitute for an attorney.

    Child support guides for nearby counties

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    Filing for divorce in Tehama County? See the local divorce guide.Working out custody in Tehama County? See the local custody guide.Dealing with domestic violence in Tehama County? See the local restraining order guide.Working out spousal support in Tehama County? See the local spousal support guide.Preparing for a family court hearing in Tehama County? See the local hearings guide.

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