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Kern County Traffic Courts
Centralized hub for every Kern County clerk window. Get mailing addresses, clerk hours, and filing tips before you start your Trial by Written Declaration.
County overview
How Kern County traffic courts work
Kern County handles every traffic ticket through the Superior Court's traffic division. If you received a citation here, your paperwork, clerk calls, and TR-205 filings all route through these clerk windows. Below you'll find every courthouse with mailing addresses, clerk hours, and the right links for online payments. Use this hub to pick the correct court, prep a Trial by Written Declaration, and keep your case moving without showing up in person.
Courts
Kern County clerk windows
Kern County Superior Court – Metropolitan Traffic Division
Bakersfield
3131 Arrow Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Kern County Superior Court – Delano Branch
Delano
1122 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215
Kern County Superior Court – Lamont Branch
Lamont
12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241
Kern County Superior Court – Mojave Branch
Mojave
1773 State Highway 58 Business, Mojave, CA 93501
Kern County Superior Court – Ridgecrest Branch
Ridgecrest
132 East Coso Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Kern County Superior Court – Shafter Branch
Shafter
325 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263
Kern County Superior Court – Taft Branch
Taft
311 Lincoln Street, Taft, CA 93268
TR-205
How to file a TR-205 in Kern County
- 1) Download and fill out the TR-205 form with your citation number and court location.
- 2) Write a clear declaration letter; include evidence (photos, dashcam stills, maps).
- 3) Include bail payment if required by your court (check the listing above).
- 4) Mail your packet via certified mail to the court's traffic division address.
- 5) Track delivery and watch for a decision within 4–8 weeks.
Common tickets
Frequent Kern County violations
- Read guide
CVC 22350
Basic Speed Law
- Read guide
CVC 22349(a)
Over 65 MPH
- Read guide
CVC 23123
Handheld Cell Phone
- Read guide
CVC 22450(a)
Stop Sign
- Read guide
CVC 21453(a)
Red Light
- Read guide
CVC 21658(a)
Unsafe Lane Change
Mailing addresses
Where to mail Trial by Written Declaration packets
Kern County Superior Court – Metropolitan Traffic Division
3131 Arrow Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308
View court detailsKern County Superior Court – Delano Branch
1122 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA 93215
View court detailsKern County Superior Court – Lamont Branch
12022 Main Street, Lamont, CA 93241
View court detailsKern County Superior Court – Mojave Branch
1773 State Highway 58 Business, Mojave, CA 93501
View court detailsKern County Superior Court – Ridgecrest Branch
132 East Coso Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
View court detailsKern County Superior Court – Shafter Branch
325 Central Valley Highway, Shafter, CA 93263
View court details- Plus 1 more clerk windows listed above.
FAQ
Kern County traffic FAQ
Do Kern County courts accept Trial by Written Declaration?
Yes. All listed traffic courts accept TR-205 filings by mail. Include your bail payment if required and keep your certified mail receipt.
How long do decisions take?
Most courts respond within 4–8 weeks. Check your citation status online if your court offers it, or call the clerk using the phone numbers above.
Can I fight speeding and camera tickets here?
Yes. Speeding, red light, and cell phone violations can all be contested by written declaration. ClerkHero prepares the paperwork for you.
Next steps
Learn how to win your Kern County case
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