§ 72190 Commissioner Court Powers

Government Code·California

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•Commissioners work under judges and follow their directions.
•They can handle small cases like traffic tickets or small claims, just like judges.
•They also act as deputy clerks, meaning they help with court paperwork.

Example

You get a speeding ticket and go to court.

Instead of a judge, a commissioner might handle your case. They can make decisions just like a judge would, like telling you to pay a fine or go to traffic school.

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§ 72190 Commissioner Court Powers

Within the jurisdiction of the court and under the direction of the judges, commissioners shall exercise all the powers and perform all of the duties prescribed by law. At the direction of the judges, commissioners may have the same jurisdiction and exercise the same powers and duties as the judges of the court with respect to any infraction or small claims action. They shall be ex officio deputy clerks. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 811, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 2005.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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infraction claim commission offense jurisdiction direction in california

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California Legislature. Government Code. Section 72190.

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