Recording and Retrieving Information

Recording and Retrieving

You may retrieve information using the self-service portal on this website or by visiting our office.

Self-Service Portal

You may apply for certified copies of birth, death or marriage records; obtain a marriage license application or fictitious business name application; search for official records here. To finalize and pay for a birth certificate, death certificate, marriage certificate, or marriage license, the application must be completed in person.

This search site is provided as a service to our customers. All data contained herein is subject to change without notice. By using this service in any form, the user agrees to indemnify and hold harmless San Joaquin County and anyone involved in storing, retrieving, or displaying this information for any damage of any type that may be caused by retrieving this information over the Internet.

The Grantor/Grantee Index is provided as a public service for your convenience. Updates and corrections occur daily. Neither the County nor the Office of the Recorder-County Clerk shall incur any liability for errors or omissions concerning the information provided in this index.

The index is like a library card catalog; it is a guide to the information contained within the documents referenced. Avoid reliance upon it when making any decision or determination regarding the underlying document. Search all possible spelling variations of names, as well as other search criteria, to maximize search results.

Over-the-Counter Recording Service

The following restrictions will apply:

  • Documents must be recorded in the county where the property is located.
  • The document(s) shall be legible.
  • Please include the name of the party requesting the recording, and a name and address where the document should be returned.
  • A completed Preliminary Change of Ownership Report must be completed and submitted when recording documents affecting a change in the ownership of real property. These forms can be obtained from the Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk.
  • Payment can be made by cash, credit/debit card, check, cashier’s check and/or money order. Make checks and money orders payable to the San Joaquin County Recorder-County Clerk.

Mail-In Document Recording Service

The following restrictions will apply:

  • Documents may be presented for recording by mail or UPS. Please note the following: Documents must be recorded in the county where the property is located.
  • The document(s) shall be legible.
  • Please include the name of the party requesting the recording, and a name and address where the document should be returned.
  • Please include a completed Preliminary Change of Ownership Report when recording documents affecting a change in the ownership of real property. These forms can be obtained from the Office of the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk.
  • Payment may be made by check, cashier’s check, or money order. Make checks and money orders payable to the San Joaquin County Recorder-County Clerk. Mail your payment to Office of the County Recorder, 44 N. San Joaquin Street, Second Floor, Ste 260, Stockton, CA 95202.