San Bernardino County People Search

San Bernardino County covers the largest land area of any county in the contiguous United States. It stretches from the edge of the Los Angeles metro area all the way east to the Nevada and Arizona borders. Over two million people live here. The San Bernardino County residents directory draws from court records, voter files, property data, and custody databases kept by local agencies. Many of these records are searchable online at no cost. Others need a fee or a visit to a county office. This page breaks down the main sources for finding people in San Bernardino County and walks you through how each one works.

San Bernardino County Official Records

The San Bernardino County Assessor-Recorder-Clerk (ARC) is the main office for public records in this county. The ARC official records portal lets you search an index of documents from 1958 to the present. Keep in mind this is an index only. You can look up names and see what documents exist, but you will not be able to view the actual document images through this tool. If you need a copy of the full document, you have to request it from the office.

Fees for copies are straightforward. The first page costs $3. Each page after that is $1. A certificate under seal adds $1 per page on top. You can reach Recorder-Clerk Services at 909.387.8306 for questions about document requests or to check on the status of a pending order. The Assessor Services line is 909.387.8307 if you need property-related records instead.

The county also runs a Self-Service Portal for some record types. This portal lets San Bernardino County residents handle certain requests without calling the office or going in person. It covers things like document orders and basic searches. The portal is available around the clock from any device with internet access.

Note: The ARC index search only covers documents filed from 1958 forward, so older San Bernardino County records must be searched in person at the office.

Search San Bernardino Court Cases

The San Bernardino Superior Court handles all trial-level cases in the county. Civil, criminal, family, probate, and traffic matters all go through this court. San Bernardino County residents who need to look up a case can use the court's online tools. The court provides case information through its public access system. You can search by case number or party name to find records tied to people in San Bernardino County.

California Rules of Court, Rule 2.503 controls what case records can be accessed online versus only at the courthouse. Criminal records, family law files, and juvenile cases are restricted to in-person viewing at the court clerk's window. Civil case information is generally more open. If you need copies of court documents, the clerk can provide them for a per-page fee set by state law.

The California Courts public records page explains the statewide process for requesting court records. This applies to San Bernardino County and every other county in the state. Copies from the Judicial Council cost 10 cents per page.

The statewide CIRIS inmate search tool shown above also covers San Bernardino County residents in state prison. It is separate from the county jail search described below.

San Bernardino Inmate Search

The San Bernardino County Sheriff runs an online Inmate Locator that anyone can use for free. This tool lets you search for people currently held in San Bernardino County jail facilities. Results show booking details, charges, bail amounts, and court dates. You do not need an account to use it. Just enter a name and search.

This is one of the most direct ways to find San Bernardino County residents who are in custody. The database updates regularly as new bookings come in and people are released. For people in state prison rather than county jail, the California Department of Corrections runs the CIRIS search tool at the state level. That covers all state facilities and is also free.

San Bernardino Public Records Access

All public records in San Bernardino County fall under the California Public Records Act (CPRA). This law gives everyone the right to inspect records held by government agencies. San Bernardino County offices must respond to your request within 10 calendar days. They can extend that by up to 14 more days if they give you written notice explaining why.

Electronic records are often free. Paper copies cost more. The exact fee depends on which San Bernardino County office you are dealing with. The Recorder-Clerk charges $3 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. Court copies follow state schedules. Voter data requests have their own fee structure. Each office sets its own process for how to submit requests, but they all must follow the same state law timelines.

Some records about San Bernardino County residents are not open to the public. Sealed court files, juvenile records, and confidential voter information are off limits. Home addresses of certain officials and crime victims can also be redacted from records before they are released to you.

San Bernardino Voter Records Search

The San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters keeps voter registration data for all registered voters in the county. These records include a voter's name, address, party preference, and voting history. You can request this data for allowed purposes like election work, journalism, scholarly research, or political outreach. Commercial use is not permitted under California law.

The California Secretary of State also provides statewide voter data that includes San Bernardino County residents. The statewide file costs $100 and covers all registered voters in California. Individual voter record lookups cost $30 per person through the state office, up to a cap of $100.

The state voter file shown above contains registration data for millions of California voters, including those in San Bernardino County. Processing takes 7 to 14 business days after the state office approves your request.

Note: Voter data can only be used for approved purposes under California Elections Code, and unauthorized disclosure is a misdemeanor.

Property Records in San Bernardino

Property records are a useful source for the San Bernardino County residents directory. Deed records, liens, and other real property documents are filed with the Assessor-Recorder-Clerk. These documents tie names to addresses and show ownership history. You can search the ARC index online for property-related filings from 1958 to the present. For the full document, you will need to order a copy.

The San Bernardino County Assessor also maintains assessed value data for every parcel in the county. This information is typically available through the county's property search tools. It shows the current owner's name, the property address, assessed value, and tax details. Property records are open to the public under California Government Code Sections 27201 and 27361. Recording fees in San Bernardino County follow the state schedule of $15 for the first page and $4 for each additional page when filing new documents.

Note: Home addresses of certain public officials may be redacted from online property records under state law.

San Bernardino County Cities

San Bernardino County has many cities spread across its vast territory. The cities below are among the largest and each has its own city clerk office that handles local public records. All of these cities file records through San Bernardino County agencies for county-level documents like property deeds and court cases.

Nearby California Counties

These counties border San Bernardino County or sit close by. Each has its own residents directory resources for finding people in that part of California.