Use this page to find court records, arrest records, and other public records in Stanislaus County. Each section links to the office, online tool, or agency that holds the records.
⚡ At a Glance
- Superior Court: 800 11th St, Modesto, CA 95354 — (209) 530-3100
- Sheriff: 250 E Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358 — (209) 525-7216
- Online search: stanislaus.courts.ca.gov
- County seat: Modesto, 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 Stanislaus operates from its main courthouse at 800 11th Street in downtown Modesto. This three-story building houses civil, criminal, and family law divisions. The City Towers Courthouse in Modesto handles additional civil cases. A traffic court division operates from a separate location on Floyd Avenue, and the Turlock Court handles small claims and unlawful detainer cases.
| Office | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Courthouse | 800 11th St, Modesto, CA 95354 |
| Main Phone | (209) 530-3100 |
| Criminal Clerk's Office | 800 11th St, Room 140, Modesto, CA 95354 |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 1098, Modesto, CA 95353 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Arrest Records
Arrest records in Stanislaus County come from the arresting agency. The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department, headquartered at 250 East Hackett Road in Modesto, operates the county detention facilities. The Adult Detention Center at 200 East Hackett Road houses inmates. City police departments in Modesto, Turlock, Ceres, and other cities handle arrests within their jurisdictions.
The Sheriff's Department provides a "Who's in Jail" listing on their website. For non-emergency calls, dial (209) 552-2468.
| Agency | Contact | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Sheriff's Department | 250 E Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358 | scsdonline.com |
| Administration | (209) 525-7216 | Who's in Jail |
| Non-Emergency | (209) 552-2468 | |
| Adult Detention Center | 200 E Hackett Rd, Modesto, CA 95358 — (209) 525-5630 |
Use the official link above to access records or contact the office directly.
Other Public Records
Stanislaus 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 Main Courthouse at 800 11th St in Modesto. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:15 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Online: Visit the court's official website for case search and e-filing.
By mail: Submit requests to PO Box 1098, Modesto, CA 95353 under the California Public Records Act.
Cities in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County includes the city of Modesto (county seat) and other municipalities including Turlock, Ceres, Riverbank, Oakdale, Patterson, Hughson, Newman, and Waterford. 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