Contra Costa County People Search

Contra Costa County sits in the East Bay region of Northern California with over 1.1 million residents. The residents directory for this county covers court case records, voter registration data, property ownership files, and other public sources. Several of these databases are free to search online. Contra Costa County courts offer civil case documents at no charge through a public portal, and voter data can be purchased in bulk for approved uses. Whether you are looking for a person's court history, property ownership, or voter status, this page breaks down where to search and what it costs in Contra Costa County.

Contra Costa Court Records

Contra Costa County Superior Court gives free access to civil case documents through its Public Portal. You can search unlimited and limited civil cases online. Documents and minutes can be downloaded at no cost. That is a strong deal compared to many California courts that charge per page or per search. The portal covers civil cases only, so criminal, family, and other types need a different approach.

If you need paper copies of Contra Costa County court records, the clerk charges 50 cents per page. Certified copies cost $40 plus 50 cents per page on top of that. A certified copy of a divorce judgment is $15 in Contra Costa County. These fees apply when you request copies at the courthouse or by mail. The clerk's office phone number is 925-608-1000. Call ahead if you plan to visit so you can confirm hours and what documents you can pick up same day.

The Contra Costa Superior Court website has details on all court services. You can look up case info, find filing instructions, and check court calendars. For Contra Costa County residents directory purposes, the court records are one of the strongest sources since they tie names to specific legal matters, addresses, and dates.

Contra Costa Voter Data

The Contra Costa County Elections Division sells voter registration data in several formats. A Master Voter File covering the entire county costs $65. A single district or city file is $50. A one-time Vote-by-Mail file runs $30. Precinct walking lists cost $35 each. Contact Contra Costa Vote or email data.map@vote.cccounty.us to place an order.

Voter files are a key part of any Contra Costa County residents directory search. The data includes names, home addresses, party preference, and voting history. California law restricts access to this information. You must have a valid purpose. Election work, journalism, scholarly research, and political outreach are all approved uses. Commercial purposes are not allowed. You sign a sworn statement when you request the data.

The statewide voter file from the California Secretary of State also includes Contra Costa County records. That file costs $100 and covers all registered voters in the state. A single voter lookup through the state is $30 per record.

Note: Contra Costa County voter data files are updated regularly, so the info you get reflects recent registrations and address changes.

Find People in Contra Costa

Beyond court and voter records, there are other ways to search for Contra Costa County residents. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation runs a free inmate search tool called CIRIS. It covers anyone in state prison from any county, including Contra Costa. Results show name, age, current facility, admission date, and parole hearing details.

The CIRIS tool is useful for finding Contra Costa County residents who are in the state prison system. For people in county jail, you would need to check with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office instead. The state tool only covers state-level facilities, not local jails or federal prisons.

Contra Costa Property Records

Property records are a solid source for a Contra Costa County residents directory search. The county assessor keeps data on every parcel, and you can search it through the Contra Costa County mapping tool. The map shows property boundaries, owner names, assessed values, and parcel details. It is free to use.

The Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder handles recorded documents like deeds, liens, and trust transfers. These are public records. You can search the index to find which documents are on file for a given name or address. Getting copies of the actual documents costs a per-page fee. Recording new documents follows the state fee schedule, which starts at $15 for the first page and $4 for each added page. Property records tie Contra Costa County residents to specific parcels and home addresses, making them very useful for people lookups.

For older records not yet digitized, you may need to visit the Clerk-Recorder office in Martinez. Staff can help you search older indexes by name or property description.

Contra Costa Public Records

All Contra Costa County agencies fall under the California Public Records Act. This law gives you the right to request records from any county department. Agencies must respond within 10 calendar days. A 14-day extension is allowed if the request is large or complex. Most electronic records are free. Paper copies have a small per-page cost.

You can submit records requests by mail, email, or in person at most Contra Costa County offices. Some departments use online portals that let you track the status of your request. Records you can get include contracts, permits, inspection reports, salary data, and correspondence. Certain records are exempt, such as personnel files, records tied to active investigations, and documents covered by attorney-client privilege.

Note: Contra Costa County cannot charge you for the time it takes to search for records, only for the cost of copying them.

Statewide Search Tools

Several state-level databases help round out a Contra Costa County residents directory search. The Department of Consumer Affairs lets you search over 150 professional license types. Results show the license holder's name, status, and any discipline. This can verify if a Contra Costa County resident holds a valid license. The unclaimed property search through the State Controller's Office is another free tool. It covers bank accounts, insurance payouts, and utility deposits tied to people across California.

The California Courts public records page explains how to request court administrative records from the Judicial Council. Copies cost 10 cents per page. This is separate from the Contra Costa County court case portal and covers statewide court system documents.

The statewide voter registration file from the Secretary of State includes all Contra Costa County voters. It is one of the most complete sources for a residents directory since it covers name, address, and party data for every registered voter in the county.

Contra Costa County Cities

Contra Costa County has many cities and towns. The city below has its own residents directory page with local resources. All cities in Contra Costa County use the county court system and county election office for their records.

Nearby California Counties

These counties neighbor Contra Costa County or sit close by. Each has its own residents directory covering local courts, voter rolls, and property data.