How to Search Nevada County, California Records (Start Here)
Nevada County, California — Superior Court for all case types. Check whether the Assessor and Recorder are combined or in this county.
- Court cases: Superior Court — civil, criminal, family, probate, traffic.
- Property: County Assessor for values. Clerk-Recorder (or Recorder) for deeds and recorded documents.
- Criminal background: No free statewide search in California. Live Scan through CA DOJ for full background.
Find the right database below — each covers a different record type.
Criminal & Court Records
Court Records
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Superior Court of Nevada County online case records.
Property & Tax Records
Building Permits
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Nevada County Building Department permits. Query by permit number, keyword, parcel number, or situs address.
Property & GIS Maps
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Use this Nevada County Geographic Information System (GIS) to search for property information and view interactive maps.
Business, Voter & Other
Unclaimed Money
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Nevada County Auditor unclaimed funds list of uncashed welfare payments, child support, and employee payroll checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Nevada County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of the Superior Court for court records in Nevada 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 Nevada 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 Nevada County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Nevada 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 Nevada County records available online? ▼
Nevada County has partial online coverage — 4 databases are listed on this page, covering court records, property records, and business filings. Other record types may require an in-person visit or written request.
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