How to Search Humboldt County Records (Start Here)
Humboldt County — court records through Superior Court; property through the Assessor and Clerk-Recorder.
- Court cases: humboldt.courts.ca.gov — Humboldt Superior Court.
- Property and recorded documents: humboldtgov.org — County Assessor for property. Recorder for documents.
- Criminal background: No free statewide criminal search in California. Court-level cases searchable online. Full background requires Live Scan through CA DOJ.
Browse the databases below. Each links directly to an official government portal.
Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Court
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Information on court services from the Superior Court of California County of Humboldt.
Jail & Inmate Records
Most Wanted
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Humboldt County Sheriff's Office most wanted fugitives.
Property & Tax Records
Maps
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Humboldt County supervisory districts, land use, zoning, regional maps, coastal conservancy, and courthouse maps.
Property | Tax Records
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Humboldt County Treasurer-Tax Collector property and property tax records and pay your taxes online.
Recorded Documents
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Information from the Humboldt County Clerk-Recorder on how to contact them to obtain recorded documents.
Vital Records
Birth, Death, Marriage Certificates
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Information from the Humboldt County Recorder on how to order birth, death, and marriage certificates.
Genealogy | HC Historical Society
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Information on resources available at the The Humboldt County Historical Society Family History and Genealogy Library.
Business, Voter & Other
Agendas & Minutes
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Humboldt County Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Airport Advisory Committee, and Local Agency Formation Commission meetings and agendas.
Directory
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Site map of departments and services in Humboldt County.
Humboldt County Main Page
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Humboldt County, California government website, including government officials, county departments, services, planning and building information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Humboldt County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of the Superior Court for court records in Humboldt County. Start at the Clerk of the Superior Court's office for case lookups — California has no statewide court search portal.
Who handles property records in Humboldt County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector-Treasurer.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Humboldt County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Humboldt County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Recorder (local) / CDPH (state). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Humboldt County records available online? ▼
Yes — Humboldt County has good online coverage. This page lists 11 searchable databases covering court records, jail and inmate records, property records, vital records, and business filings. Each links directly to an official government portal.
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