Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Santa Clara County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 191 N First St, San Jose, CA 95113 — (408) 882-2100
- Sheriff / Jail: 55 W Younger Ave, San Jose, CA 95110 — (408) 808-4400
- Online search: portal.scscourt.org — Case Portal
- County seat: San Jose, 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 Santa Clara operates multiple courthouse locations across the county. The Downtown Superior Court at 191 N First Street handles civil, probate, and small claims cases. The Hall of Justice at 190 W Hedding Street handles criminal cases. You can search case information online through the court's Public Portal.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Downtown Superior Court | 191 N First St, San Jose, CA 95113 |
| Clerk's Office | (408) 882-2100 |
| Hall of Justice (Criminal) | 190 W Hedding St, San Jose, CA 95110 |
| Family Justice Center | 201 N First St, San Jose, CA 95113 |
| Online Case Search | portal.scscourt.org |
Santa Clara County Superior Court also has courthouses in Palo Alto (270 Grant Ave) and Morgan Hill (301 Diana Ave). The Clerk's Office is open Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Santa Clara County come from whichever agency made the arrest. The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail system including the Main Jail in San Jose. The San Jose Police Department handles arrests within city limits.
The Sheriff's Office provides a "Who's in Jail" lookup on their website. For arrest reports, contact the arresting agency directly.
| Agency | Contact | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Sheriff's Office | 55 W Younger Ave, San Jose, CA 95110 | sheriff.santaclaracounty.gov |
| Main Office | (408) 808-4400 | Custody Bureau |
| Main Jail | (408) 808-2800 | Main Jail Info |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Other Public Records
Santa Clara County maintains other public records through the County Clerk-Recorder's Office (property records, vital records, marriage licenses) and other county 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 Downtown Superior Court at 191 N First St in San Jose. Bring a valid ID. The Clerk's Office is open Monday–Thursday 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Online: Use the court's Case Portal to search case information online.
By mail or email: Submit a written request under the California Public Records Act to the office that holds the records. The court's mailing address is 191 N First Street, San Jose, CA 95113.
Cities in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County includes the city of San Jose (county seat, largest city in the Bay Area) and several other municipalities including Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Milpitas, Cupertino, and Campbell. 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. Verify details directly with the agency that holds the records.
Last updated: April 15, 2026