San Diego County Public Records

To request San Diego County public records, use the public request form below. This form helps you get public records as required by state and local laws. You can ask for property deeds, marriage licenses, business permits, meeting minutes, and tax papers. These records are held by the county and city offices. They may include both old and new papers. Fill out the form with the needed info and send it. It’s a good way to get records that are not online.

If you run into any issues with the form, or need help finding records, reach out to the county or city office. They can help guide you through the process.

San Diego County Clerk
Address: 1600 Pacific Hwy #260, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: 619 236 3771

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Official San Diego County Public Records Resources

Agency and Contact Info	Description
San Diego County Clerk’s Office 1600 Pacific Hwy Room 260 San Diego CA 92101 858 694 3500 recorder@sandiegocounty.gov	The County Clerk handles vital records such as marriage certificates, birth certificates, and death records in San Diego County. The office also manages business filings, notary public records, and other county-wide public documents.
San Diego County Assessor’s Office 1600 Pacific Hwy Suite 103 San Diego CA 92101 858 505 6262 assessor@sandiegocounty.gov	The Assessor’s Office is responsible for property assessments in San Diego County, ensuring accurate property tax information and managing the county’s property tax rolls.
San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector 1600 Pacific Hwy Room 162 San Diego CA 92101 858 505 6200 taxpayer.services@sdcounty.ca.gov	The Treasurer-Tax Collector collects property taxes in San Diego County and manages the investment of county funds. The office also oversees delinquent taxes and the auction of tax-defaulted properties.
San Diego County Sheriff’s Department 9621 Ridgehaven Ct San Diego CA 92123 858 974 2000 info@sdsheriff.org	The Sheriff’s Department is in charge of law enforcement, patrols, and managing the county jail system. The department also handles public records related to arrests and warrants.
City Clerk of San Diego 202 C St San Diego CA 92101 619 533 4000 cityclerk@sandiego.gov	The City Clerk maintains San Diego city records including council meeting agendas, minutes, ordinances, and public filings. They manage public requests for city documents and serve as a key resource for San Diego public records.
San Diego Police Department 1401 Broadway San Diego CA 92101 619 531 2000 police@sandiego.gov	The SDPD handles law enforcement duties in the city of San Diego, including issuing police reports, crime records, and arrest records. The department is also in charge of public safety and emergency response.
Chula Vista City Clerk 276 Fourth Ave Chula Vista CA 91910 619 691 5041 cityclerk@chulavistaca.gov	The City Clerk’s Office manages public records for Chula Vista, including city council records, elections, and business licenses. They are a primary resource for accessing local government records in Chula Vista.
Chula Vista Police Department 315 Fourth Ave Chula Vista CA 91910 619 691 5151 cvpd@chulavistaca.gov	The Chula Vista Police Department serves the city by providing public safety, issuing police reports, and managing local crime records. They also handle public inquiries for law enforcement records.
Oceanside City Clerk 300 N Coast Hwy Oceanside CA 92054 760 435 3000 cityclerk@oceansideca.org	The City Clerk’s office in Oceanside manages city council minutes, local elections, and provides access to city records. They also offer guidance on public record requests in Oceanside.
Oceanside Police Department 3855 Mission Ave Oceanside CA 92058 760 435 4900 police@oceansideca.org	The Oceanside Police Department is responsible for enforcing the law and managing records related to arrests, incidents, and crime statistics. They provide police reports and public safety information for the city.
Escondido City Clerk 201 N Broadway Escondido CA 92025 760 839 4617 cityclerk@escondido.org	The City Clerk in Escondido handles public records related to city council meetings, local business filings, and elections. They assist residents with accessing local government documents.
Escondido Police Department 1163 N Centre City Pkwy Escondido CA 92026 760 839 4722 police@escondido.org	The Escondido Police Department enforces laws within the city, managing crime reports, incident logs, and arrests. They are the main contact for public safety records and police documentation in the city.
Carlsbad City Clerk 1200 Carlsbad Village Dr Carlsbad CA 92008 760 434 2808 cityclerk@carlsbadca.gov	The Carlsbad City Clerk handles local records, including council meetings, public documents, and business filings. They are the primary contact for access to public records in the city.
Carlsbad Police Department 2560 Orion Way Carlsbad CA 92010 760 931 2100 police@carlsbadca.gov	The Carlsbad Police Department provides law enforcement services and manages police records, including crime reports, arrests, and safety issues within the city. They handle public requests for records related to law enforcement.
El Cajon City Clerk 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon CA 92020 619 441 1763 cityclerk@cityofelcajon.us	The City Clerk’s Office in El Cajon oversees city council records, local elections, and public filings. They help with requests for access to public records from city government operations.
El Cajon Police Department 100 E Lexington Ave El Cajon CA 92020 619 579 3311 police@cityofelcajon.us	The El Cajon Police Department provides law enforcement and crime-related public records. They manage arrest reports and other public safety documents for the city of El Cajon.