Shafter Branch Small Claims - Shafter, CA

The presiding judge is the Honorable W. Steven Shayer. Shayer is a graduate of the Pepperdine School of Law. Before his appointment to the bench, Shayer worked in private practice and handled legal matters relating to business, employment, and contractual disputes. Shayer has served as a judge for Shafter Superior Court since 2014.

Parking for the courthouse is on the west side of the complex.

If taking public transportation, Kern County Public Transit has transit routes in the direction of the Shafter Courthouse. For more information on public transit options from Kern County Public Transit, go to the following url

The Kern County-Shafter Branch courthouse is located off of Central Valley Highway. Drive down the highway or down California Avenue. Once you turn into the complex, the court will be located on the west side.

If looking for a meal nearby, China Cuisine serves Chinese food. Located on James Street, the restaurant is a four minute walk from the courthouse. Another alternative for a hearty meal before or after going to the courthouse is Tony's Firehouse Restaurant. Tony's Firehouse restaurant serves locally-made pizza and has been open since 1979. Located on CA-178, Tony's Fireshouse Restaurant is a seven minute walk from the Shafter Courthouse. For coffee and something sweet, go to Jasmine's Bakery. Located on Sunset Avenue, Jasmine's Bakery is also a short four minute walk to the Shafter courthouse.