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San Joaquin County, California — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Superior Court: 180 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA 95202 — (209) 992-5555
  • Sheriff: 7000 Michael Canlis Blvd, French Camp, CA 95231 — (209) 468-4400
  • Online search: sjcourts.org
  • County seat: Stockton, California
How to use this page: Pick a section below — court records, arrest records, or other records. Each one tells you where to go, who to contact, and what tools are available online.

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 "Who is in Custody" search
🏛️ Traffic and small claims 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 San Joaquin operates two courthouse locations. The main Stockton Courthouse at 180 East Weber Avenue in downtown Stockton handles the majority of cases including civil, criminal, family law, and probate matters. The Lodi Courthouse at 315 West Elm Street in Lodi handles traffic and limited civil matters. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

OfficeDetails
Stockton Courthouse (Main)180 E Weber Ave, Stockton, CA 95202
Main Phone(209) 992-5555
Lodi Courthouse315 W Elm St, Lodi, CA 95240
HoursMon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
⚖️ San Joaquin County Superior Court — Official Website 🏛️ Stockton Courthouse — Location & Contact

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

Arrest Records

Arrest records in San Joaquin County come from the arresting agency. The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 7000 Michael Canlis Boulevard in French Camp, operates the county jail system including the Jail Core, South Jail, and Honor Farm facilities. The Stockton Police Department handles arrests within city limits. Other city police departments in Tracy, Manteca, Lodi, and Ripon handle arrests in their jurisdictions.

The Sheriff provides a "Who is in Custody" search tool online. Jail records information is available 24 hours a day at (209) 468-4562.

AgencyContactOnline
Sheriff's Office7000 Michael Canlis Blvd, French Camp, CA 95231sjsheriff.org
Non-Emergency(209) 468-4400Who is in Custody
Jail Records (24H)(209) 468-4562
Records Division(209) 468-4409
🔍 San Joaquin County Sheriff — Who is in Custody 🏛️ San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office Website

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Stockton Courthouse at 180 E Weber Ave. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Online: Visit the court's official website for case search and court services.

By mail: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.

Cities in San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County includes the city of Stockton (county seat) and other municipalities including Tracy, Manteca, Lodi, Lathrop, Ripon, and Escalon. City-level record pages will be added as they become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the San Joaquin County courthouse?
The main Stockton Courthouse is at 180 East Weber Avenue in downtown Stockton. There is also a Lodi Courthouse at 315 West Elm Street in Lodi. Call (209) 992-5555 for general information.
Can I look up someone's arrest in San Joaquin County online?
Yes. The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office provides a "Who is in Custody" search tool. You can also call the 24-hour jail records line at (209) 468-4562.
How do I get a copy of a court record in San Joaquin County?
Visit the court's official website, call (209) 992-5555, or visit the Stockton Courthouse at 180 E Weber Ave.
What courts does San Joaquin County have?
San Joaquin County has one Superior Court with two locations: the Stockton Courthouse (civil, criminal, family, probate) and the Lodi Courthouse (traffic, limited civil). California has a unified trial court system with one Superior Court per county.
Where is the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office?
The Sheriff's Office is at 7000 Michael Canlis Boulevard in French Camp, CA 95231. The non-emergency phone is (209) 468-4400. Jail records are available 24 hours at (209) 468-4562.
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