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Eviction in Solano County (Vallejo), California

Where eviction cases are filed in Solano County (Vallejo), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Solano County (Vallejo)

Eviction court
Superior Court of California, County of Solano — Superior Court (unlawful detainer, limited/unlimited civil) Court page
Filing fee
$240 (unlawful detainer, limited civil, demand up to $10,000); $385 (limited civil, over $10,000 to $35,000); $435 (unlimited, over $35,000). Tenant's answer: $225 / $370 / $435. Judicial Council of California, Statewide Civil Fee Schedule effective Jan. 1, 2026
Notice before filing (state law)
3-day notice to pay rent or quit, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and judicial holidays. The notice must state the amount due, the name, phone number, and address of the person to pay, and the payment method. It may be served any time within one year after the rent becomes due. California rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$2,178/month HUD
Renter households
58,249 (37% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23

Where eviction cases are filed in Solano County (Vallejo)

Eviction cases in Solano County (Vallejo) are heard by the Superior Court of California, County of Solano (Superior Court (unlawful detainer, limited/unlimited civil)).

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

The Civil filing clerk and Unlawful Detainer Hotline share (707) 207-7330. Each civil case is assigned to one judge for all purposes. All three courthouses are in downtown Fairfield; the civil-division page does not say which building houses the civil clerk, so confirm with the clerk.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Solano County (Vallejo)

$240 (unlawful detainer, limited civil, demand up to $10,000); $385 (limited civil, over $10,000 to $35,000); $435 (unlimited, over $35,000). Tenant's answer: $225 / $370 / $435.

Statewide fees; the schedule lists no county-specific surcharge for this county. Plaintiff UD fees include the extra $15 under CCP 1161.2 for limited civil UD. Low-income parties can ask the court to waive fees with Judicial Council form FW-001 (Request to Waive Court Fees). Sheriff service and lockout fees are separate and not included.

Source: Judicial Council of California, Statewide Civil Fee Schedule effective Jan. 1, 2026

How eviction cases work locally

Unlawful Detainer Advisory HotlineFree court service: attorneys, paralegals or supervised legal interns give legal and procedural information by phone to landlords and tenants in Solano County. Call (707) 207-7330, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; have your case number or proof the property is in Solano County.
Source: Official source
Court mediation centerCivil Mediation Center: (707) 207-7413.
Source: Official source

The California eviction process

California state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Solano County (Vallejo):

  1. Landlord serves a written notice: 3-day pay or quit, 3-day perform or quit, 3-day quit, or 30/60/90-day notice, with just cause stated where AB 1482 or local law applies
  2. Landlord files an Unlawful Detainer complaint and the tenant is served with the summons and complaint
  3. Tenant files a response (usually an Answer) within 10 days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and judicial holidays (5 more court days if served by mail through the Secretary of State's address confidentiality program)
  4. If the tenant answers, a trial is set (per the courts, usually about a month after the request); if not, the landlord can get a default judgment
  5. Judgment for possession; landlord obtains a Writ of Execution and delivers it to the sheriff
  6. Sheriff serves a Notice to Vacate giving the tenant 5 days, then performs the lockout

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Rent in Solano County (Vallejo)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Vallejo, CA MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,567
1 bedroom$1,705
2 bedrooms$2,178
3 bedrooms$2,911
4 bedrooms$3,297

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Solano County (Vallejo): $2,163/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance for unincorporated Solano County was identified. State law (including the Tenant Protection Act, Civ. Code 1946.2 and 1947.12) applies; some cities may have their own rules (see city pages).

Eviction help in Solano County (Vallejo)

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Solano County (Vallejo)?
Eviction cases in Solano County (Vallejo) are filed with the Superior Court of California, County of Solano.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Solano County (Vallejo)?
$240 (unlawful detainer, limited civil, demand up to $10,000); $385 (limited civil, over $10,000 to $35,000); $435 (unlimited, over $35,000). Tenant's answer: $225 / $370 / $435.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Solano County (Vallejo)?
Legal Services of Northern California (Vallejo office).
What is the fair market rent in Solano County (Vallejo)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $2,178 per month (1-bedroom: $1,705).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.