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Marin County, California — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Superior Court: 3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903 — (415) 444-7000
  • Sheriff: 1600 Los Gamos Dr, #200, San Rafael, CA 94903 — (415) 479-2311
  • Online search: marin.courts.ca.gov — ePortal
  • County seat: San Rafael, California
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records.

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 public booking log
🏛️ 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 Marin operates from the Marin County Civic Center at 3501 Civic Center Drive in San Rafael — a Frank Lloyd Wright–designed building. The courthouse handles all case types including civil, criminal, family law, probate, traffic, and small claims. The Juvenile Hall at 16 Jeannette Prandi Way in San Rafael handles juvenile matters. Court records and exhibits are available in Room 113 of the Hall of Justice, and you can also view records online through ePortal.

OfficeDetails
Marin County Superior Court3501 Civic Center Dr, San Rafael, CA 94903
Main Phone(415) 444-7000
Court Records & ExhibitsCivic Center, Hall of Justice, Room 113
Juvenile Hall16 Jeannette Prandi Way, San Rafael, CA 94903
Mailing AddressPO Box 4988, San Rafael, CA 94913
⚖️ Marin County Superior Court — Official Website🏛️ Court Records & Exhibits📋 Contact Information

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

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Marin County come from the arresting agency. The Marin County Sheriff's Office is headquartered at 1600 Los Gamos Drive, Suite 200, in San Rafael and operates the Marin County Jail. City police departments in San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, and other cities handle arrests within their jurisdictions.

The Sheriff provides a public Booking Log online. For inmate information, call (415) 473-6653.

AgencyContactOnline
Sheriff's Office1600 Los Gamos Dr, #200, San Rafael, CA 94903marinsheriff.gov
Non-Emergency(415) 479-2311Public Booking Log
Inmate Information(415) 473-6653
🔍 Marin County Sheriff — Public Booking Log🏛️ Marin County Sheriff's Office Website

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

Other Public Records

Marin County maintains property and vital records through the County Clerk's Office. The county operates under the California Public Records Act.

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Marin County Civic Center at 3501 Civic Center Dr in San Rafael, Room 113 for court records.

Online: Use the court's ePortal via the official website.

By mail: PO Box 4988, San Rafael, CA 94913.

Cities in Marin County

Marin County includes the city of San Rafael (county seat) and other municipalities including Novato, Mill Valley, San Anselmo, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Tiburon, Sausalito, and Belvedere. City-level record pages will be added as they become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Marin County courthouse?
The Marin County Superior Court is at 3501 Civic Center Drive in San Rafael, housed in the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Civic Center. The Juvenile Hall is at 16 Jeannette Prandi Way. Call (415) 444-7000 for general information.
Can I look up someone's arrest in Marin County online?
Yes. The Marin County Sheriff provides a Public Booking Log online. You can also call (415) 473-6653 for inmate information or (415) 479-2311 for non-emergency inquiries.
How do I get a copy of a court record in Marin County?
Use the court's ePortal at marin.courts.ca.gov, call (415) 444-7000, or visit the Court Records office in Room 113 of the Civic Center in San Rafael.
What courts does Marin County have?
Marin County has one Superior Court at the Civic Center in San Rafael handling all case types (civil, criminal, family, probate, traffic, small claims) and a Juvenile Hall for juvenile matters.
Is there a fee to search Marin County court records?
Basic case search is available through ePortal. Certified copies require a fee. Contact (415) 444-7000 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