Test Library Services

Who and Where We Are

The Ninth Circuit Library System supports the research needs of the federal judges and court staff who work within the jurisdiction of the Ninth Circuit. The library system also assists, on a more limited basis, government personnel, lawyers, and other public patrons.

The library system has branch libraries throughout the Ninth Circuit. The access policies for each of our libraries vary. For a listing of each library location, including contact information and availability to the public, see our Directory page. As hours are subject to change, before you visit a library, we recommend you call to confirm it is open.

Services We Provide to the Public

What We Can Do:

• Locate court information and materials
• Provide basic reference help (e.g. phone numbers, definitions, legal aid resources)
• Locate and verify citations
• Offer on-site use of available print materials
• Provide referrals to other libraries. For a sampling, see the following lists to find other local law libraries:
  • State and Local Law Libraries
  • Libraries providing services to incarcerated people

What We Cannot Do:

• Provide legal advice or interpret any laws or legal documents
• Assist with preparation of cases or legal forms
• Provide in-depth research assistance
• Check books out to the public
• Provide access to Westlaw, Lexis, or other online databases
• Provide access to computers, telephones, photocopiers, or other office supplies

For additional information, see our Library Research FAQs.