Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Monterey County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 240 Church St, Salinas, CA 93901 — (831) 775-5400
- Sheriff: 1414 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906 — (831) 755-3700
- Online search: monterey.courts.ca.gov
- County seat: Salinas, 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 Superior Court of California, County of Monterey operates from the Salinas Courthouse at 240 Church Street in Salinas as its main location. This courthouse houses Courtrooms 1–11 for civil, criminal, and family law cases. The Juvenile Justice Court at 1422 Natividad Road in Salinas handles juvenile matters. Civil, family, and probate records can also be requested through the Records office at 1200 Aguajito Road in Monterey.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Salinas Courthouse (Main) | 240 Church St, Salinas, CA 93901 |
| Main Phone | (831) 775-5400 |
| Juvenile Justice Court | 1422 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906 |
| Records Office (Monterey) | 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA 93940 |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Monterey County come from the arresting agency. The Monterey County Sheriff's Office operates the County Jail at 1414 Natividad Road in Salinas — open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Central Station is at the same address. City police departments in Salinas, Monterey, Seaside, Marina, and other cities handle arrests within their jurisdictions.
| Agency | Contact | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Sheriff's Office / Central Station | 1414 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906 | mcso.countyofmonterey.gov |
| County Jail (24/7) | (831) 755-3700 | |
| Jail Communications | (831) 755-3782 |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Other Public Records
Monterey County maintains property and vital records through the County Clerk's Office at 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor, Salinas, CA 93901. Office hours: 8 AM–12 PM and 1 PM–5 PM (closed for lunch). The county operates under the California Public Records Act.
How to Request Records
In person: Visit the Salinas Courthouse at 240 Church St. For civil/family/probate records, visit 1200 Aguajito Rd in Monterey.
Online: Visit the court's official website.
By mail: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act. Records office: 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA 93940.
Cities in Monterey County
Monterey County includes the city of Salinas (county seat) and other municipalities including Monterey, Seaside, Marina, Pacific Grove, Soledad, Gonzales, Greenfield, and King City. 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.
Last updated: April 15, 2026