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Sonoma County, California — Public Records

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

⚡ At a Glance

  • Superior Court: 600 Administration Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 — (707) 521-6500
  • Sheriff: 2796 Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 — (707) 565-2511
  • Online search: sonoma.courts.ca.gov
  • County seat: Santa Rosa, 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 incarcerated person search
🏛️ Traffic and small claims court 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 Sonoma operates from several locations in Santa Rosa. The Hall of Justice at 600 Administration Drive handles criminal cases. The Civil and Family Law Courthouse at 3055 Cleveland Avenue handles civil, family law, and probate cases. The Empire College Annex at 3035 Cleveland Avenue provides additional courtroom space. The Juvenile Justice Center at 7425 Rancho Los Guilicos Road handles juvenile matters.

OfficeDetails
Hall of Justice (Criminal)600 Administration Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Civil & Family Law Courthouse3055 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Main Information(707) 521-6500
Civil Division(707) 521-6610
Juvenile Justice Center7425 Rancho Los Guilicos Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 — (707) 521-6700
HoursMon–Fri 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
⚖️ Sonoma County Superior Court — Official Website 🏛️ Court Locations & Contact Information

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

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Sonoma County come from the arresting agency. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 2796 Ventura Avenue in Santa Rosa, operates the Main Adult Detention Facility at 2777 Ventura Avenue. The Santa Rosa Police Department handles arrests within city limits. The Sheriff also provides contract police services for the city of Windsor and polices the Sonoma Valley via a substation.

The Sheriff provides an online incarcerated person search. The jail phone number is (707) 565-1400.

AgencyContactOnline
Sheriff's Office2796 Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403sonomasheriff.org
Main Office(707) 565-2511Incarcerated Person Search
Non-Emergency Dispatch(707) 565-2121
Jail (Main & North County)(707) 565-1400
Records(707) 565-2204
🔍 Sonoma County Sheriff — Incarcerated Person Search 🏛️ Sonoma County Sheriff's Office Website

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

Other Public Records

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

How to Request Records

In person: Visit the Hall of Justice at 600 Administration Dr in Santa Rosa (criminal) or the Civil Courthouse at 3055 Cleveland Ave (civil/family). Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

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

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

Cities in Sonoma County

Sonoma County includes the city of Santa Rosa (county seat, largest city) and other municipalities including Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Sonoma, Healdsburg, Cloverdale, Cotati, and Sebastopol. City-level record pages will be added as they become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Sonoma County courthouse?
The Hall of Justice (criminal) is at 600 Administration Drive in Santa Rosa. The Civil and Family Law Courthouse is at 3055 Cleveland Avenue in Santa Rosa. The Juvenile Justice Center is at 7425 Rancho Los Guilicos Road. Call (707) 521-6500 for general information.
Can I look up someone's arrest in Sonoma County online?
Yes. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office provides an Incarcerated Person Search on their website. You can also call the jail at (707) 565-1400 or the non-emergency dispatch at (707) 565-2121.
How do I get a copy of a court record in Sonoma County?
Visit the court's official website, call (707) 521-6500, or visit the appropriate courthouse in Santa Rosa during business hours (Mon–Fri 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.).
What courts does Sonoma County have?
Sonoma County has one Superior Court with four locations in Santa Rosa: the Hall of Justice (criminal), the Civil and Family Law Courthouse, the Empire College Annex, and the Juvenile Justice Center at Rancho Los Guilicos Road.
Is there a fee to search Sonoma County court records?
Certified copies require a fee. Contact the court at (707) 521-6500 or the Civil Division at (707) 521-6610 for current fees and procedures.
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