Supervised visitation at the San Bernardino Superior Court

In San Bernardino County, custody and visitation (parenting time) cases go to the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino (Family Law Division; Family Court Services).

How supervised visitation works here

A judge orders supervised visitation in a court order. Statewide form FL-341(A) is the order used after a hearing about supervised visitation or supervised exchanges.
California describes two kinds of supervisors. Professional providers have special training and charge a fee. Nonprofessional providers are usually a friend or family member.
Both parents must complete an online orientation class before custody counseling. It is offered in English and Spanish.
Family Court Services offers child custody recommending counseling. If parents disagree, the counselor makes recommendations to the court.
The court posts a supervised visitation provider list, and states that it does not screen or endorse the providers. Parents should check providers themselves.
Providers must follow California Family Code 3200.5 and Standard 5.20 of the Standards of Judicial Administration. Professional providers need 24 hours of training under the standard.

Where family cases are heard

Family Law Division, San Bernardino District: 351 North Arrowhead Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415

Free help without a lawyer

Self-Help Resource Center Gives legal information, not legal advice, on family law, child support and guardianship. Locations and hours are listed in a court PDF.

Court programs and resources

Family Court Services Child custody recommending counseling. Offices in San Bernardino, Barstow, Joshua Tree and Victorville.
Supervised visitation provider list List of supervised visitation providers. The court says it does not screen, evaluate or recommend the providers.

Forms and local rules

FL-341(A) Supervised Visitation (Parenting Time) and Exchanges Order Statewide form. States the court's orders after a hearing about supervised visitation or supervised exchanges. Attaches to form FL-341.
FL-324(P) Declaration of Supervised Visitation and Exchange Services Provider (Professional) Statewide form. A paid professional provider lists qualifications for appointment.

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