Search Clovis Records

The Clovis residents directory draws from public records held by city and county agencies in Fresno County. Clovis is a city of about 128,000 people that sits just northeast of Fresno in the San Joaquin Valley. You can find residents here through voter rolls, court records, property files, and city clerk data. Fresno County agencies hold most of the records for Clovis residents. This page covers the public record sources you can use to look up people in Clovis through the California residents directory.

Fresno County Records for Clovis

Public records for Clovis residents are managed by Fresno County agencies. The County Clerk handles voter registration data, vital records, and recorded documents. The Assessor maintains property ownership files for all parcels in Clovis. The Fresno Superior Court stores case records for civil, criminal, and family law matters involving Clovis residents.

The Fresno County Clerk office is at 2281 Tulare Street, Room 302 in Fresno. You can call (559) 600-3479 for help with record requests. Voter registration searches cost $5 per name. Certified copies of birth, death, and marriage records have their own fee schedule. Most of these records can be requested by mail or in person at the Fresno County offices.

Clovis is just a few miles from downtown Fresno. The county seat is in Fresno, and all county-level records for Clovis are filed at the main county offices there. The drive between Clovis and the Fresno County courthouse takes about 15 minutes.

Clovis City Clerk Directory

The Clovis City Clerk handles local records for the city. The office is at 1033 Fifth Street in Clovis. You can submit public records requests through the city's website or in person. Under the California Public Records Act, the city has 10 calendar days to respond. Extensions of up to 14 days are available for large or complex requests.

City records in Clovis include council meeting minutes, ordinances, resolutions, and business license data. The clerk also keeps campaign finance filings for local elections. These files help you find Clovis residents who hold city permits or are active in city government. Electronic records are generally free. Paper copies cost between 10 and 25 cents per page.

Note: The Clovis City Clerk only handles records created by city departments, not county or court files.

Clovis Court Records Search

Court records for Clovis residents are filed with the Fresno County Superior Court. The main courthouse is at 1100 Van Ness Avenue in Fresno. Civil cases, small claims, unlawful detainer, and probate matters are all filed there. You can search civil case indexes at the court clerk's office. Some case information is available through the court's online portal as well.

Criminal and family law cases for Clovis are also handled at the Fresno courthouse. These records are not available online. You need to go to the clerk's window in person. Case files include names, filing dates, case types, and outcomes. Some records show addresses and other details that are useful for people searches in Clovis. Copies of court documents cost about 10 cents per page at the Fresno County courthouse.

The Clovis branch courthouse on Sunnyside Avenue handles some traffic and small claims matters. Check with the court to confirm which location handles your specific case type.

Clovis Property Records

Property records are a good way to find Clovis residents who own homes or land. The Fresno County Assessor maintains property data for every parcel in the county. You can search by address or owner name to find assessment values, ownership details, and parcel information. The assessor's online tool is free and covers all properties in Clovis.

Recorded documents like deeds, liens, and trust transfers are kept by the Fresno County Clerk. Recording fees follow the state schedule. The first page costs $15, and each additional page is $3. These property records help you find people who own real estate in Clovis. You can search the recorder index at the county office or request copies by mail.

Find Clovis Residents via Unclaimed Property

The California State Controller runs a database of unclaimed property that can help you find Clovis residents. Money from forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance payments, and other sources is turned over to the state after a set period. You can search by name to see if someone in Clovis has unclaimed funds. The State Controller's unclaimed property search is free and open to everyone.

This tool shows names and last known cities for people with unclaimed property. It is not a full residents directory, but it can confirm that someone lived in Clovis at some point. The database is updated regularly as new property is reported to the state.

Note: Unclaimed property records only cover people who have money or assets held by the state, not all Clovis residents.

Clovis Public Records Access

Public records in Clovis are governed by the California Public Records Act. This law applies to both city and county agencies. Responses must come within 10 calendar days. A 14-day extension is allowed if the agency provides written notice. You do not need to state a reason for your request. Agencies cannot ask why you want the records.

Some records are exempt. Personnel files, medical records, and certain official addresses are protected. Juvenile and mental health court records are sealed. Voter data has its own rules under the Elections Code. Commercial use of voter information is a misdemeanor. Both Clovis city offices and Fresno County offices accept requests by mail, email, and in person.

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