Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Imperial County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court Clerk: Imperial County Superior Court, El Centro
- Sheriff: Imperial County Sheriff's Office, El Centro
- Online search: Imperial County Superior Court website
- County seat: El Centro, California
Start here: Choose the type of record you need below, then follow the link to the official source.
What You Can Find Here
- Full name of the person or business
- Case number, if you have one
- Approximate date or location of the record
Court Records
The Imperial County Superior Court maintains records for all cases filed in the county. California has a unified trial court system — each county has one Superior Court handling civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic cases. Contact the Imperial County Superior Court clerk in El Centro for records access.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Superior Court Clerk | Imperial County Superior Court, El Centro, California |
| Online Search | Find Your Court's Electronic Records — CA Courts |
Each county Superior Court has its own case search system. Visit the California Courts website to find the Imperial County Superior Court's online portal.
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Imperial County come from whichever agency made the arrest. The Imperial County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in El Centro. Local police departments handle arrests within their respective city limits.
To request a specific arrest report, contact the arresting agency directly. For statewide criminal history, the California DOJ maintains records through the Record Review process.
| Agency | Location |
|---|---|
| Imperial County Sheriff's Office | El Centro, California |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Other Public Records
Imperial County maintains several other categories of public records. Property records are handled by the County Recorder's office in El Centro. Vital records are available through the County Clerk-Recorder or the California Department of Public Health.
How to Request Records
Most records are handled by different offices — always contact the office listed in the section above.
In person: Visit the Imperial County Superior Court in El Centro. Bring a valid ID.
Online: Visit the California Courts website to find the Imperial County Superior Court's online case search system.
By mail or email: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.
Cities in Imperial County
Imperial County includes the city of El Centro (county seat). City-level record pages will be added as they become available.
Frequently Asked Questions
This page is a guide to help you find official records — it is not the official database. All information comes from government sources. Verify details directly with the agency that holds the records.
Last updated: April 15, 2026