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Contra Costa County, California — Public Records

Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Contra Costa County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.

⚡ At a Glance

  • Superior Court: 1020 Ward St, Martinez, CA 94553 — (925) 608-1000
  • Sheriff: 1850 Muir Rd, Martinez, CA 94553 — (925) 646-4496
  • Online search: contracosta.courts.ca.gov — Public Portal
  • County seat: Martinez, California
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records. Each one tells you where to go, who to contact, and what tools are available online.

Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.

⚖️ Court Records 🔍 Arrest Records 📋 Other Records ❓ FAQ

What You Can Find Here

⚖️ Superior Court case records (civil, criminal, family)
🔍 Sheriff in-custody locator
🏛️ Traffic and juvenile court records
📋 Property records and vital records contacts
What you will need:
  • Full name of the person or business
  • Case number, if you have one
  • Approximate date or location of the record

Court Records

The Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa operates seven courthouse and court facility locations. The A.F. Bray Courthouse at 1020 Ward Street in Martinez is the main courthouse. The Wakefield Taylor Courthouse at 725 Court Street in Martinez houses court records for non-criminal cases. The George D. Carroll Courthouse at 100 37th Street in Richmond serves West County. The Richard E. Arnason Justice Center at 1000 Center Drive in Pittsburg serves East County.

OfficeDetails
A.F. Bray Courthouse1020 Ward St, Martinez, CA 94553
Main Phone(925) 608-1000
Court Records (Non-Criminal)725 Court St, Martinez, CA 94553
Richmond Courthouse100 37th St, Richmond, CA 94805
Pittsburg Justice Center1000 Center Dr, Pittsburg, CA 94565
Family Law Center751 Pine St, Martinez, CA 94553
Traffic/Juvenile640 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
HoursClerk 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Phones 8:00 AM–3:00 PM

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Contra Costa County come from the arresting agency. The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 1850 Muir Road in Martinez, operates the Martinez Detention Facility at 901 Court Street. City police departments in Richmond, Concord, Antioch, Walnut Creek, and other cities handle arrests within their jurisdictions.

The Sheriff provides an online In-Custody Locator. For inmate information, call (925) 646-4496 (available 24/7).

AgencyContactOnline
Sheriff's Office1850 Muir Rd, Martinez, CA 94553cocosheriff.org
Inmate Info (24/7)(925) 646-4496In-Custody Locator
Martinez Detention Facility901 Court St, Martinez, CA 94553 — (925) 335-4600
🔍 Contra Costa Sheriff — In-Custody Locator 🏛️ Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office Website

Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.

Other Public Records

Contra Costa County maintains property and vital records through the County Clerk-Recorder's Office at 555 Escobar Street in Martinez — (925) 335-7900. The county operates under the California Public Records Act.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the A.F. Bray Courthouse at 1020 Ward St in Martinez, or the records office at 725 Court St. Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Online: Use the court's Public Portal to search case records and hearings.

By mail: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.

Cities in Contra Costa County

Contra Costa County includes the city of Martinez (county seat) and other municipalities including Richmond, Concord, Antioch, Walnut Creek, Pittsburg, Brentwood, San Ramon, Danville, Pleasant Hill, and El Cerrito. City-level record pages will be added as they become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Contra Costa County courthouse?
The A.F. Bray Courthouse is at 1020 Ward Street in Martinez. There are also courthouses in Richmond (100 37th St), Pittsburg (1000 Center Dr), and a traffic/juvenile center in Walnut Creek (640 Ygnacio Valley Rd). Call (925) 608-1000 for general information.
Can I look up someone's arrest in Contra Costa County online?
Yes. The Contra Costa County Sheriff provides an In-Custody Locator online. You can also call (925) 646-4496, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How do I get a copy of a court record in Contra Costa County?
Use the court's Public Portal to search case records online, call (925) 608-1000, or visit the Court Records office at 725 Court St in Martinez (non-criminal) or 1111 Ward St (criminal records).
What courts does Contra Costa County have?
Contra Costa County has one Superior Court with seven locations: the A.F. Bray and Wakefield Taylor courthouses in Martinez, the Spinetta Family Law Center in Martinez, the George D. Carroll Courthouse in Richmond, the Richard E. Arnason Justice Center in Pittsburg, and the traffic/juvenile center in Walnut Creek.
Is there a fee to search Contra Costa County court records online?
Basic case information search is available through the court's Public Portal. Certified copies require a fee. Contact (925) 608-1000 for current fees.
What this page does not show: Not all records are available online. Some require a written request, an in-person visit, or a fee.

This page is a guide to help you find official records — it is not the official database. All information comes from government sources.

Last updated: April 15, 2026