How to Search Merced County, California Records (Start Here)
Merced County, California — Superior Court for all case types. Assessor for property values. Clerk-Recorder for documents. No free statewide criminal search.
Select a database below to begin your search.
Property & Tax Records
Property & Tax Records
Property Tax Records
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Use this Merced County Tax Collector service to search for property and property tax bills, pay taxes online, or verify taxes paid.
Recorded Documents
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Merced County Clerk-Recorder recorded document search for deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, and more.
Business, Voter & Other
Restaurant Inspections
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Merced County Division of Environmental Health food establishment inspection reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Merced County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of the Superior Court for court records in Merced 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 Merced 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 Merced County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Merced 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 Merced County records available online? ▼
Online access in Merced County is limited. We list 3 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the county offices directly by phone or in person.
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