How to Search Lake County Records (Start Here)
- Court records: Clerk of the Superior Court.
- Deeds, mortgages, liens: County Recorder.
- Property values: County Assessor.
- Tax bills: Tax Collector-Treasurer.
- Marriage licenses: County Clerk.
Lake County has partial online coverage. Some records may require a call or visit.
Use the databases below based on the type of record you are searching.
Criminal & Court Records
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Warrants | Search
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Warrant search from the Lake County Sheriff's department.
Property & Tax Records
Property & GIS Maps
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Browse the Geographical Information System (GIS) of Lake County to view maps of the area.
Recorded Documents
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Lake County Office of the Assessor-Recorder recorded documents index.
Business, Voter & Other
Lost & Found Pets
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Check the Lake County Animal Shelter for your lost pet or use their public bulletin board to post a notice of a lost animal.
Restaurant Inspections
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Search for Lake County food facility inspection results and violation codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Lake County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of the Superior Court for court records in Lake County. Start at the Clerk of the Superior Court's office for case lookups — California has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Lake County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector-Treasurer.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Lake County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Lake County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Recorder (local) / CDPH (state). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Lake County records available online? ▼
Lake County has partial online coverage — 6 databases are listed on this page, covering court records, jail and inmate records, property records, and business filings. Other record types may require an in-person visit or written request.
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