Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Orange County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 700 Civic Center Dr W, Santa Ana, CA 92701 — (657) 622-6878
- Sheriff / Jail: 550 N Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92703 — (714) 647-7000
- Online search: occourts.org — Case Access
- County seat: Santa Ana, 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 Orange handles civil, criminal, family, probate, traffic, and small claims cases. The main courthouse — the Central Justice Center — is in Santa Ana. You can search case information online through the court's Case Access system.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Central Justice Center | 700 Civic Center Dr W, Santa Ana, CA 92701 |
| Main Information Line | (657) 622-6878 |
| Records/Copy Requests | (657) 622-6878 (select Records option) |
Orange County Superior Court operates multiple locations including the Central Justice Center, Harbor Justice Center (Laguna Hills), North Justice Center (Fullerton), and West Justice Center (Westminster).
Use the official link above or call (657) 622-6878.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Orange County come from whichever agency made the arrest. The Orange County Sheriff's Department operates the county jail system. City police departments — including Anaheim PD, Santa Ana PD, and Irvine PD — handle arrests within their city limits.
The Sheriff's Department provides an online Inmate Information System and Booking Log for current inmates.
| Agency | Contact |
|---|---|
| OC Sheriff's Department | 550 N Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92703 — (714) 647-7000 |
| Jail Information | (714) 647-4666 |
Use the official link above or call (714) 647-4666 for jail information.
Other Public Records
Orange County maintains other public records through the County Clerk-Recorder (property records, vital records, marriage licenses) and other departments. The county operates under the California Public Records Act.
How to Request Records
Most records are handled by different offices — always contact the office listed in the section above.
In person: Visit the Central Justice Center at 700 Civic Center Dr W, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Bring a valid ID.
Online: Use the court's Case Access system.
By mail or email: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.
Cities in Orange County
Orange County includes the city of Santa Ana (county seat) and 33 other incorporated cities including Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Fullerton, Orange, and Costa Mesa.
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