Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in San Mateo County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063 — (650) 261-5100
- Sheriff: 330 Bradford St, Redwood City, CA 94063 — (650) 363-4911
- Online search: sanmateo.courts.ca.gov
- County seat: Redwood City, 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 San Mateo is based at the Hall of Justice at 400 County Center in Redwood City. Most court divisions — civil, criminal, family law, probate, and small claims — operate from this location. The Traffic Division is located at 1050 Mission Road in South San Francisco. The Juvenile Division operates from 222 Paul Scannell Drive in San Mateo.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Hall of Justice (Main) | 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063 |
| Main Phone | (650) 261-5100 |
| Criminal Division | 400 County Center, 4th Floor — (650) 261-5100, option 1 |
| Traffic Division | 1050 Mission Rd, South San Francisco, CA 94080 — (650) 363-4300 |
| Juvenile Division | 222 Paul Scannell Dr, San Mateo, CA 94402 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in San Mateo County come from the arresting agency. The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 330 Bradford Street in Redwood City, operates the Maguire Correctional Facility at 300 Bradford Street and the Maple Street Correctional Center at 1300 Maple Street in Redwood City. City police departments in San Mateo, Daly City, South San Francisco, Redwood City, and other cities handle arrests within their jurisdictions.
| Agency | Contact | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Sheriff's Office | 330 Bradford St, Redwood City, CA 94063 | smcsheriff.com |
| Main / After Hours | (650) 363-4911 | Corrections Division |
| Maguire Correctional Facility | 300 Bradford St, Redwood City, CA 94063 — (650) 599-3000 |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Other Public Records
San Mateo County maintains property and vital records through the County Clerk-Recorder at 555 County Center in Redwood City — (650) 363-4500. The county operates under the California Public Records Act.
How to Request Records
In person: Visit the Hall of Justice at 400 County Center in Redwood City. Clerk's Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Online: Visit the court's official website for case search and online services.
By mail: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records.
Cities in San Mateo County
San Mateo County includes the city of Redwood City (county seat) and other municipalities including Daly City, San Mateo, South San Francisco, Foster City, Burlingame, San Carlos, Pacifica, Belmont, Half Moon Bay, and Menlo Park. 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