California Public Records Search

Use this hub to find official California public record sources by category. Availability and fees vary by agency and county.

Inmate & Corrections

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Official California links for inmate & corrections. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California Board of Prison Terms

California Board of Prison Terms

http://www.bpt.ca.gov/

California-Danville Sex Offenders

California-Danville Sex Offenders

http://www.cocosheriff.org/megans_law/ml_disclaimer.htm

California U.S. Marshals Central District Most Wanted

U.S. Marshals Central California's Most Wanted

http://www.mostwanted.org/USMarshals/LosAngeles/

California San Bernardino County Warrant Search

http://www.co.san-diego.ca.us/cnty/cntydepts/safety/sheriff/csb/warrantdata.html

California Registered Sex Offenders

http://caag.state.ca.us/megan/content/cdinfo.htm

California Missing Persons Registry

http://justice.hdcdojnet.state.ca.us/missingpersons/html/index.html

California Department of Corrections

http://www.corr.ca.gov/CDC/Inmate_Locator.asp

California Department of Corrections

Welcome to the California Department of Corrections

http://www.corr.ca.gov/CDC/Inmate_Locator.asp

Vital Records

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Official California links for vital records. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Request | San Bernardino, CA

Request | San Bernardino, CA Skip to Main Content About Government Services How Do I Contact Us Search Home How Do I Request Request 9 1 1 2 Birth Certificates Copies of birth certificates are issued

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/1524/Request

Self-Service

Self-Service Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder Phone: (209)754-6372 Fax: (209)754-6733 Mailing Address: 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249 cart Home Birth Certificate Authorized Copies Step

https://recorderweb.calaverascounty.gov/web/wizard/COPYREQUEST201S1

Birth Certificates | San Bernardino, CA

Copies of birth certificates are issued by the San Bernardino County Hall of Records.

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/1460/Birth-Certificates

Birth & Death Certificates / Wedding Licenses | Hanford, CA

To obtain a copy of a birth certificate, marriage license, or death certificate you will need to contact the Kings County Clerk Recorders Office.

https://hanfordca.gov/1398/Birth-Death-Certificates-Wedding-License

Vital Records Portal

Vital Records Portal Skip to content Fees Research Clerk Recorder Ordering Copies of Alameda County Vital Records Alameda County Clerk-Recorder's Office 1106 Madison Street Oakland, CA 94607 local:1-5

https://www.acgov.org/auditor/clerk/bdm/

Vital Records Request | Mariposa County, CA - Official Website

Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates

https://www.mariposacounty.gov/1804/Vital-Records-Request

Birth Certificates | Solano County, California

Vital Statistics provides birth certificates for children age 2 and under. For birth certificates of individuals older than 2 years, please visit the Solano County Assessor/Recorder's Office.

https://www.solanocounty.gov/depts/ph/vital_statistics/birth_certificates/default.asp

County Clerk | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

Find resources provided by the county clerk, including information on marriages, vital records, and fictitious business names.

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/188/County-Clerk

Certificate Application | Lake County, CA

Find out more about applying to obtain birth certificates in Lake County.

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/677/Certificate-Application

Certificate Amendment | Lake County, CA

If there is incorrect or missing information on your child's birth certificate, you may make a request for an amendment.

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/676/Certificate-Amendment

Vital Records Portal

Vital Records Portal Skip to content Fees Research Clerk Recorder Ordering Copies of Alameda County Vital Records Alameda County Clerk-Recorder's Office 1106 Madison Street Oakland, CA 94607 local:1-5

https://alamedacountyca.gov/auditor/clerk/bdm/index.htm

Birth Certificates | Lake County, CA

Gather information about birth records in Lake County.

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/674/Birth-Certificates

Business & Professional Licenses

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Official California links for business & professional licenses. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California DMV

California Department of Motor Vehicles

http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dmv.htm

California Business & Corporate Records Search

Online access to certain corporate information is available through the California Business Search. The information includes the complete name of the corporation, corporate number, date of incorporation or date of conversion, status, jurisdiction (place o

http://www.ss.ca.gov/business/corp/corp_irc.htm

California Department of Real Estate

California Department of Real Estate

http://www.dre.ca.gov/licstats.htm

California Division Of Workers' Compensation

California Division Of Workers' Compensation

http://www.dir.ca.gov/DIR/Workers

California Los Angeles County Fictitious Business Name search

You may search and view the names indexed to Fictitious Business Names statements which expire 5 years from the date filed in the office of the County Clerk.

http://regrec.co.la.ca.us/fbn/fbn.cfm

California Contractor License Status Inquiry System

California Contractor License Status Inquiry System

http://www2.cslb.ca.gov/

California Contra Costa County Fictitious Business Search

Fictitious Business Search

http://www.criis.com/contracosta/sfictitious.shtml

California Stanislaus County Fictitious Business Search

California Stanislaus County Fictitious Business Search

http://www.criis.com/Fict_News/Fict_entry_page.cgi?county=stanislaus

California Placer County Fictitious Business Search

Fictitious Business Search

http://www.criis.com/placer/sfictitious.shtml

California Kern County Fictitious Business Name Search

Our online access to Kern County public records data is the most convenient way to look up Tax Assessor data, residential property characteristics and sales information.

http://www.kerndata.com/

California Yolo County Fictitious Business Search

California Yolo County Fictitious Business Search

http://www.criis.com/yolo/sfictitious.shtml

California License Handbook

http://commerce.ca.gov/business/small/management/pub/license/index.html

Elections & Voter Information

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Official California links for elections & voter information. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Online Voter Registration | California Secretary of State

California Online Voter Registration website. Register to vote online, save a stamp!

http://registertovote.ca.gov/

Elections and Voter Information :: California Secretary of State

Elections and Voter Information :: California Secretary of State Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. View Search View Navigation Home About Busine

https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections

Voter Registration | Yolo County ACE Department, CA

If you have questions about voter registration, we can help.

https://ace.yolocounty.gov/252/Voter-Registration

State & Local Government

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Official California links for state & local government. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California Official State Website

California Official State Website

http://www.state.ca.us/

FAQs • Foster Parents FAQs

FAQs • Foster Parents FAQs Skip to Main Content County Government Departments How Do I... Search Home County Government Departments How Do I... Home FAQs Foster Parents FAQs Show All Answers 1. Who ca

https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/faq.aspx?TID=24

Make Payment for Park County Treasurer, CO - Park County Treasurer, CO Online Payments

Make Payment for Park County Treasurer, CO - Park County Treasurer, CO Online Payments Park County Treasurer, CO P.O. Box 638 Fairplay, CO 80440 719-836-4334 Make Payment Terms View Cart Login View Ca

https://www.govpayments.com/co_park/search

Acceptable Use Policy | Solano County, California

Access to and use of the Solano County Website is provided subject to the terms and conditions in this policy.

https://www.solanocounty.gov/acceptable-use-policy

Budget | Humboldt County, CA - Official Website

The budget provides an estimate of the county's resources (revenues) and a legal limit for spending (expenditures) by county government.

https://humboldtgov.org/247/Budget

Accessibility | Solano County, California

The Solano County website accessibility statement.

https://www.solanocounty.gov/accessibility

California Directory of Lobbyists1997-1998

http://www.ss.ca.gov./prd/ld/cover.htm

Public Records & FOIA

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Official California links for public records & foia. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California Guidelines For Access to Public Records

Guidelines For Access to Public Records

http://caag.state.ca.us/consumers/general/pra.htm

Public Records | Hanford, CA

Find out how to make a request for public records, and access the necessary forms.

https://hanfordca.gov/1230/Public-Records

Maps & GIS

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Official California links for maps & gis. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

Business Roadmap | San Bernardino, CA

This page is dedicated to helping businesses in the City have access to the tools and resources for starting a business.

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/1602/Business-Roadmap

Maps & Property Information | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

Maps & Property Information | Alpine County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Government Departments Wildfire Risk Mitigation Public Health Briefs Discover How Do I... Search Home Department

https://www.alpinecountyca.gov/145/Maps-Property-Information

Site Map • Yolo County ACE Department, CA • CivicEngage

Site Map • Yolo County ACE Department, CA • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Assessor Clerk-R

https://ace.yolocounty.gov/sitemap

Recorder Division | Solano County, California

The Recorder Division creates and maintains public record of real property transactions, including sales, liens, easements, and map filings. The Recorder Division also files and issues copies of all vital records occurring within the county, including bir

https://www.solanocounty.gov/government/assessorrecorder/recorder-division

Assessor/Recorder | Solano County, California

The Solano County Assessor/Recorder provides Assessment services for real and unsecured property, Records Official Records for transfers of real property, land maps, liens, etc, and maintains Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates for Solano County.

https://www.solanocounty.gov/government/assessorrecorder

California Interactive Maps

http://gocalif.ca.gov/maps/index.html

Research Resources

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Official California links for research resources. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California State Archives

California Secretary of State - Archives & The California State Museum for History, Women and the Arts

http://www.ss.ca.gov/archives/archives.htm

San Bernardino County, California

San Bernardino County, California Email Updates To sign up for updates or to access your subscriber preferences, please enter your contact information below. For SMS: Message and data rates may apply.

https://service.govdelivery.com/accounts/CASANBE/subscriber/new?preferences=true

San Bernardino County, California

San Bernardino County, California Email Updates To sign up for updates or to access your subscriber preferences, please enter your contact information below. For SMS: Message and data rates may apply.

https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CASANBE/subscriber/new?topic_id=CASANBE_442

Staff Directory • Colusa County, CA • CivicEngage

Staff Directory • Colusa County, CA • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In About Us Services Depa

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/directory

Staff Directory • Colusa County, CA • CivicEngage

Staff Directory • Colusa County, CA • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In About Us Services Depa

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/Directory.aspx

Welcome to Yuba County, CA

Welcome to Yuba County, CA

https://www.yuba.gov/departments/county_clerk-recorder/departments/library/index.php

Welcome to Yuba County, CA

Welcome to Yuba County, CA

https://www.yuba.gov/departments/county_clerk-recorder/departments/library/online_resources_-_adults.php

Print Resources - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library

Print Resources - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content × Notice: The Library Catalog will be down for maintenance starting

https://guides.loc.gov/california-local-history-genealogy/print-resources

Using the Library of Congress - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guid

Using the Library of Congress - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content × Notice: The Library Catalog will be down for mainte

https://guides.loc.gov/california-local-history-genealogy/using-the-library

Introduction - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of

Introduction - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content × Notice: The Library Catalog will be down for maintenance starting Sa

https://guides.loc.gov/california-local-history-genealogy

Introduction - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of

Introduction - California: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress Skip to Main Content × Notice: The Library Catalog will be down for maintenance starting Sa

https://guides.loc.gov/california-local-history-genealogy/introduction

County Clerk | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

Obtain information on elections, environmental filings, the Historical Records Commission, the Local Agency Formation Commission, and more.

http://www.alpinecountyca.gov/179/County-Clerk

Other Resources

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Official California links for other resources. If a link is down, try the agency homepage or search the county site.

California Riverside County Sheriff's Department Coroner's Log

California Riverside County Sheriff's Department Coroner's Log

http://www.co.riverside.ca.us/sheriff/coroner/log.htm

California's Most Wanted For Failure to Pay Child Support:
Link missing — needs review

The mission of the California Child Support Program is to promote the well-being of children and the self-sufficiency of families by delivering first-rate child support establishment, collection, and distribution services that help both parents meet the f

California Department of Child Support Services
Link missing — needs review

The mission of the California Child Support Program is to promote the well-being of children and the self-sufficiency of families by delivering first-rate child support establishment, collection, and distribution services that help both parents meet the f

California Charities

http://justice.hdcdojnet.state.ca.us/charity/charity.taf

California Sexual Assault Investigators Association

California Sexual Assault Investigators Association - CSAIA.ORG

http://www.csaia.org/

California Association of Licensed Investigators

With nearly 2,000 members, the California Association of Licensed Investigators is the largest private investigator association in the world.

http://www.cali-pi.org/

California Association of Criminalists

California Association of Criminalists

http://www.cacnews.org/

California POW-MIA Records

RootsWeb presents POW-MIA Records. Searchable database of Prisoners of War and Missing In Action. Multiple wars. Data provided by the US government.

http://userdb.rootsweb.com/pow_mia/

California Medical Board
Link missing — needs review

The Medical Board of California is the State agency that licenses medical doctors, investigates complaints, disciplines those who violate the law, conducts physician evaluations, and facilitates rehabilitation where appropriate.

California On-Line Directory
Link missing — needs review

The California On-Line Directory is a service provided by the Telecommunications Division of the Department of General Services. The On-Line Directory is designed to improve access to government information and services for state employees, local governme

HSA Home

San Joaquin County California Human Services Agency (HSA) Home page.

https://www.sjgov.org/department/hsa

Home Visiting Program | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

Home Visiting Program | Colusa County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In About Us Se

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/1120/Home-Visiting-Program

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Pages • San Bernardino, CA • CivicEngage

Pages • San Bernardino, CA • CivicEngage Skip to Main Content About Government Services How Do I Contact Us Search Home Site Website Accessibility If you use assistive technology (such as a Braille re

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/accessibility

Passports | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

Passports | Colusa County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In About Us Services Depar

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/191/Passports

Pay | Mariposa County, CA - Official Website

Pay | Mariposa County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Search Government Our Community How Do I Visitors Doing Business Home How Do I Pay Pay 9 1 1 1 Child Support Payments Link to page Env

https://www.mariposacounty.gov/1876/Pay

Payroll | Lake County, CA

The Payroll Division of the Auditor-Controller's Office issues paychecks to all County employees once a month. In addition, this division is responsible for ensuring that payroll procedures and reporting meets all legal requirements.

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/315/Payroll

People Services/Community Resources | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

View and download our People Services/Community Resources Directory.

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/625/People-ServicesCommunity-Resources

Photo Credits | Lake County, CA

Photo Credits | Lake County, CA Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search Government Departments Business V

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/1386/Photo-Credits

Prior To Submitting a Document For Recording | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

suggestions for document submission

https://www.alpinecountyca.gov/632/Prior-To-Submitting-a-Document-For-Recor

Privacy Policy | Hanford, CA

Privacy Policy | Hanford, CA Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search Government Community Business How Do

https://hanfordca.gov/privacy

Privacy Policy | Lake County, CA

Privacy Policy | Lake County, CA Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search Government Departments Business

https://www.lakecountyca.gov/privacy

Privacy Policy | Yolo County ACE Department, CA

Privacy Policy | Yolo County ACE Department, CA Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Assessor Clerk-Recorder

https://ace.yolocounty.gov/privacy

Public Health | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

Public Health | Colusa County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In About Us Services D

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/99/Public-Health

Recordation Process | Yolo County ACE Department, CA

See the process to record a restrictive covenant modification.

https://ace.yolocounty.gov/231/Recordation-Process

Recorder | Colusa County, CA - Official Website

Access information about the county recorder, real property, liens, and uniform commercial codes.

https://www.countyofcolusaca.gov/195/Recorder

Recorder | Mariposa County, CA - Official Website

Recorder | Mariposa County, CA - Official Website Skip to Main Content Search Government Our Community How Do I Visitors Doing Business Home Government Assessor & Recorder Recorder Recorder Informatio

https://www.mariposacounty.gov/110/Recorder

Recorder's Office | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

Information regarding the Recorder's Office

https://www.alpinecountyca.gov/412/Recorders-Office

Recorders Public Kiosk | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

Details Regarding our Public Kiosk

https://www.alpinecountyca.gov/637/Recorders-Public-Kiosk

Recording Requirements | Alpine County, CA - Official Website

recording requirements

https://www.alpinecountyca.gov/633/Recording-Requirements

Recording Requirements | Nevada County, CA

On this web page you will find the recording requirements for a number of documents as compiled by the Document Reference Manuel Committee of the County Recorder's Association of California.

https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/302/Recording-Requirements

Recording | Yolo County ACE Department, CA

Although we cannot give legal advice, we can provide you with the requirements to make your document acceptable for recording.

https://ace.yolocounty.gov/221/Recording

Records Bureau | San Bernardino, CA

Fill out a Report Request Form located in the lobby and submit for processing.

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/579/Records-Bureau

Report (My Hanford) | Hanford, CA

Do you want to report a pothole, a stray animal, or a code violation? The My Hanford app makes reporting issues like these easier than ever. The app uses GPS to identify your location and also allows you to snap a photo to add to your service request. Rep

https://www.cityofhanfordca.com/1385/Report

Report an Issue | San Bernardino, CA

Report an Issue | San Bernardino, CA Skip to Main Content About Government Services How Do I Contact Us Search Home Contact Us Report an Issue Report an Issue Option 1 - Give us a Call - Call 909-998-

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/1610/Report-an-Issue

Request for Bids | San Bernardino, CA

Thank you very much for your interest in doing business with City of San Bernardino where we promote open competition and conduct business in a fair and impartial manner. We are committed to providing an equal opportunity for all business enterprises to p

https://www.sanbernardino.gov/843/Request-for-Bids

Request | Hanford, CA

Learn how to request services, records, and more.

https://hanfordca.gov/1397/Request

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FAQ

Are California public records free?
Many California public records are accessible for free on official government websites, but some databases may charge fees for certified copies, bulk data, or certain searches.
What California public records can I search online?
Common online records include court case lookups, inmate/department of corrections search, property tax/assessor records, and business entity filings. Availability varies by county and agency.
How do I request certified vital records in California?
Certified birth/death/marriage records are usually handled by the state vital records office or local county clerk. Online searches often show indexes, while certified copies typically require an official request.