Civil Unit

The Mono County Sheriff’s Department Civil Unit is comprised of a single Deputy Sheriff, working in conjunction with all other sworn staff throughout the County.

The Civil Unit is dedicated to civil enforcement and process service. Sworn personnel perform evictions throughout the County. They also serve restraining orders and immediate move-out orders, serve civil bench warrants and enforce civil judgments. Enforcement of civil judgments can include the following: levy on and sell personal property to satisfy money judgments, collect proceeds of sales transactions from small businesses to satisfy money judgments and seizing property and turning it over to the plaintiff in a civil action.

The Civil Deputy processes all incoming requests for service, distributes process service and enforcement actions to the field deputies for completion. All monies collected pursuant to wage garnishments, bank levies and other enforcement actions will be distributed to the judgment creditor(s) or a designee towards satisfying the judgment. The Civil Deputy processes claims, stays, exemptions and bankruptcies on civil enforcement actions and communicates with the courts to determine dispositions.

Legal Process Serving
Process Form
Fee Schedule
If you are in need of formal delivery of items as: subpoenas, levies, eviction notices, etc., please contact the Civil Deputy via phone (760-932-7549) or US Mail.

Persons wishing to submit civil process for service by the Mono County Sheriff’s Department shall follow the following instructions:

1. The full name of party to be served (If husband and wife, may need two services)

2. The PHYSICAL ADDRESS of the residence or physical location and the place of business where the above mentioned parties may be found.

3. Details as to the type of process, such as: Levy, Summons & Complaint, Writs of Attachment, Small claims etc. And the type of service desired.

4. Enclose a self addressed stamped envelope.

5. Sign the letter of instruction.

6. Enclose proper payment for service.

Add all information possible on subject or subjects to be served. This helps locate the subjects we are trying to serve. Example: vehicle make, color of vehicle, where they work etc.

Further Information: In some cases involving LEVIES, AUTO LEVIES, REAL ESTATE LEVIES and SALES etc., please call or contact the CIVIL DIVISION of the Mono County Sheriff’s Department. (760-932-7549)

Fees and Services
Fee Schedule
Questions about fees, services and/or required documents not addressed by this web site can be directed to the Civil Deputy at the number listed above. Also, for specific information as to what documents our office serves, and other required fees and costs not shown in the Fee Schedule, please contact the Civil Deputy.

Evictions
Eviction Guide
Evicting tenants who refuse to pay rent or who damage your property may become a lengthy legal proceeding. The Sheriff’s Department can assist you by serving paperwork and, as a last resort, physically remove recalcitrant tenants. Be aware that evictions can get complicated, so be prepared to seek qualified legal counsel. Please refer to the Eviction Guide below for further information.

Information regarding Landlord-Tenant rights and responsibilities can be found at The Department of Consumer Affairs web site: http://www.dca.ca.gov/legal/landlordbook

Guides and Forms
Process Form
Fee Schedule
Eviction Guide

How To Contact Us
Mono County Sheriff’s Department Civil Unit
100 Bryant Street
POB 616
Bridgeport, CA. 93517
760-932-7549
760-932-7435 (fax)