Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Riverside County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 4050 Main St, Riverside, CA 92501 — (951) 777-3147
- Sheriff / Jail: 4095 Lemon St, Riverside, CA 92501 — (951) 955-2400
- Online search: riverside.courts.ca.gov — Public Access Portal
- County seat: Riverside, 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 Riverside handles civil, criminal, family, probate, traffic, and small claims cases. The main courthouse is in downtown Riverside. The court provides a Public Access Portal for online case searches.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside Historic Courthouse | 4050 Main St, Riverside, CA 92501 |
| Clerk's Office Phone | (951) 777-3147 |
| Clerk Phone Hours | Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
Riverside Superior Court operates multiple locations including Riverside, Indio (Larson Justice Center), Murrieta (Southwest Justice Center), and Banning. Visit riverside.courts.ca.gov for a full directory.
Use the official link above or call (951) 777-3147.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Riverside County come from whichever agency made the arrest. The Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner operates the county jail system with multiple detention facilities. City police departments — including Riverside PD, Moreno Valley PD, and Corona PD — handle arrests within their city limits.
The Sheriff's Department provides an online Inmate Locator to search for current inmates.
| Agency | Contact |
|---|---|
| Riverside County Sheriff | 4095 Lemon St, Riverside, CA 92501 — (951) 955-2400 |
| Corrections / Inmate Info | (951) 955-4500 |
Use the official link above or call (951) 955-4500 for inmate information.
Other Public Records
Riverside County maintains other public records through the Assessor-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 Riverside Historic Courthouse at 4050 Main St, Riverside, CA 92501. Bring a valid ID.
Online: Use the court's Public Access Portal to search case information.
By mail or email: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.
Cities in Riverside County
Riverside County includes the city of Riverside (county seat) and 27 other incorporated cities including Moreno Valley, Corona, Temecula, Murrieta, Indio, Palm Springs, and Menifee.
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