Calaveras County Criminal Records

Calaveras County criminal history records are managed by the Superior Court and the Sheriff's Office. The county is in the Sierra Nevada foothills with a population of about 46,000. San Andreas serves as the county seat. Criminal cases in Calaveras County go through the Superior Court, which has an online portal for case lookups. The Sheriff provides booking and custody data through a crime graphics system. This page covers how to search criminal records in Calaveras County and what resources are available for public access.

Calaveras County Court Criminal Records

The Calaveras County Superior Court handles all criminal cases filed in the county. The courthouse is at 400 Government Center Drive in San Andreas. Criminal cases range from misdemeanors to felonies, along with traffic violations. The court offers an online portal through its website where you can search for cases by name or case number. Results include charges, hearing dates, and case status. The system is free to use and does not require an account.

The California Courts website links to resources for finding court records across the state, including Calaveras County.

Calaveras County criminal case information can also be found through statewide court resources.

For older cases that may not appear in the online system, visit the courthouse clerk in San Andreas. The clerk can search records manually and provide copies. Standard copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies are $40 per document. You can request copies by mail, but include the case number or enough identifying details for the clerk to find the right case. Processing by mail takes longer than in-person visits. The court is small, and staff handles a wide range of tasks, so response times can vary based on workload. Plan ahead if you need records for a deadline.

Note: Juvenile and sealed records are not available through the online system or to the general public in Calaveras County.

Calaveras County Sheriff and Jail Records

The Calaveras County Sheriff operates the county jail in San Andreas. The Sheriff also serves as the main law enforcement agency for the unincorporated areas of the county. Booking data is available through the Calaveras County Sheriff crime graphics site. You can search for people currently in custody and see recent booking records. The system shows the person's name, charges, booking date, and bail if applicable.

Calaveras County also houses some inmates from neighboring Alpine County, which does not have its own jail. This means the booking records for the Calaveras jail may include people arrested in Alpine County. The Sheriff's crime graphics tool covers arrests from both the Sheriff's Office and any city agency that books into the county facility. Angels Camp is the only incorporated city in Calaveras County, and its police department uses the county jail for bookings.

Anyone from Calaveras County who ends up in state prison can be found through the CDCR inmate search tool. It is free and shows the person's current prison location along with their county of commitment. This is useful if you know someone was sentenced in Calaveras County but cannot find them in the local jail system.

How to Get Calaveras County Criminal Records

Criminal records in Calaveras County come from a few different sources. The court has case records. The Sheriff has booking and arrest records. The state DOJ has the most complete criminal history database. Which source you use depends on what you need.

For a full state criminal history, go through the California DOJ Live Scan process. You get fingerprinted at an authorized site and pay the $25 DOJ fee plus a rolling fee. Under Penal Code 11105, the DOJ maintains the statewide criminal record repository. Live Scan locations in Calaveras County are limited, so you may need to visit a site in a neighboring county like Amador or San Joaquin. Results come back within a few business days and cover records from across the entire state.

Police reports from the Angels Camp Police or the Sheriff's Office are requested directly from those agencies. Each has its own process. Contact them for details on fees and what information you need to provide.

Criminal Record Fees in Calaveras County

Fees for court records in Calaveras County match the statewide schedule. Every California Superior Court charges the same rates for copies, certifications, and name searches. These amounts are set by state law.

• Court name search (over 10 minutes): $15
• Copies per page: $0.50
• Certified copy per document: $40
• DOJ background check: $25 plus Live Scan rolling fee

Fee waivers are an option for those who qualify. You can file a fee waiver form at the Calaveras County Superior Court clerk's office. Provide proof of low income or enrollment in public benefit programs like Medi-Cal or CalFresh. If approved, the waiver covers court filing fees and some copy costs. It does not cover DOJ fees or law enforcement report fees. The online court case search is free for everyone, regardless of income.

Clearing Records in Calaveras County

California provides ways to clear criminal records for people who qualify. If you have a conviction from Calaveras County, you can petition for dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4 after completing probation. The court changes the record to show a dismissal instead of a conviction. This can help with jobs and housing. You file the petition at the Calaveras County Superior Court in San Andreas.

AB 1076 created an automatic process for some dismissals. The DOJ reviews records and clears eligible cases without the person having to do anything. This applies to completed probation cases and certain reduced felonies. Not all cases are covered, so it is worth checking your specific situation with a local attorney or the public defender's office.

Arrest records can be sealed under Penal Code 851.87 if the case was dismissed or charges were never filed. File the petition at the courthouse in San Andreas. Once sealed, the arrest does not show on most background checks run by employers or landlords. The Megan's Law sex offender registry is a separate public database and is not affected by expungement or sealing of other records.

Cities in Calaveras County

Calaveras County has one incorporated city, Angels Camp, along with several unincorporated communities including San Andreas, Valley Springs, Murphys, and Arnold. None of these places have a population over the threshold for a dedicated page. All criminal cases from Calaveras County go through the Superior Court in San Andreas.

Nearby Counties

Calaveras County borders several foothill and mountain counties. Criminal cases are filed in the county where the offense happened. If you need records from a neighboring county, use that county's own court and sheriff resources.