What are the Library’s hours?
Our Main Library is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 6:00pm and on Saturdays, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Our courthouse branches are open Monday through Friday, 10:00am – 2:00pm.
How do I get to the Library?
The Library is very centrally located in the downtown area. We are close to the 10, 110, and 5 freeways. On the Redline, we are located at the “Civic Center.” We are along the Dash “A” route. Finally, we are along the following bus lines: 2, 4, 40, 42, 45, 46, 76, 78, 83, 84, 376, 378 and 489. Our street address is 301 W. First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
Where can I park if I come down to the Library?
The Library has no designated parking lot. As we are close to many courthouses, there are many commercial parking lots in the surrounding areas. Rates can range from $3. to $20. per day.
Can I borrow books from the Library?
Yes, it is easy to sign up to borrow materials from the Library. There are many borrower categories. You must complete an application, show a picture ID, and put down an appropriate book deposit and annual fee. Complete list of borrowing rules.
What type of legal materials does the library have?
We are the largest truly public law library in the country. While a primary focus is California, we have materials from all 50 states and over 250 foreign countries. We collect materials such as codes and cases, secondary treatises that help analyze the law, legal encyclopedias, form books, appellate briefs, legislative history information, law reviews, and legal magazines and newspapers.
What are the rules for using a Library computer?
As the computers are first-come, first-served, you must first sign up to use a computer, go to the Circulation Desk. There, you must show a picture ID and sign-in. After you have signed in, any user receives up to two one-hour sessions.
Do you have trial court information or divorce records?
Unfortunately, we do not have ready access to trial court information. For specific case information, you need to contact the specific courthouse where the case took place or access information through the LA Superior Court website at http://www.lasuperiorcourt.org
Can you answer my legal question?
As librarians, we can help you find legal information that will help you answer your question. If we do not have the information, we may be able to direct you to a place to find answers. We are not attorneys so cannot provide legal advice such as helping you fill out forms or interpret the law.
Where can I get a list of classes that the Library offers?
The library regularly hold classes for both the general public and attorneys. Check out our training page for more information. Complete list of training courses.
Do you have copy machines?
Yes, the Main Library has 4 photocopy machines available for the public. Copies are 15 cents for each exposure. To use the machines, a copy card is required.