Find Sacramento County Phone Directory

Sacramento County phone directory records are accessible through several free county databases that cover court cases, jail records, property, and vital records. Sacramento is both the county seat and the state capital, which means you also have easy access to state-level offices right in the area. The county has over 1.5 million residents. You can search for people by name through the Superior Court, Sheriff, Clerk-Recorder, and Assessor websites. Most of these tools cost nothing. This guide shows you each search tool, explains what it covers, and gives you the direct phone numbers to reach each Sacramento County office.

Sacramento County Court Records Directory

Sacramento Superior Court is one of the few courts in California that has dropped all fees for online searches and document downloads. That is a big deal. Most other counties charge per search or per page. In Sacramento County, you can look up criminal cases from 1989 to the present at no cost. Civil, family, and probate cases are also in the system. You search by name or case number. Results show filing dates, case types, and the parties involved. Court records are a strong part of the Sacramento County phone directory because they list full names and often include addresses from the filings.

The free access makes Sacramento County stand out for phone directory research. You can run as many searches as you need without worrying about credits or fees. Other counties charge anywhere from $1.00 to $7.00 per search. Under the California Public Records Act, court records are open to the public with some limits on sealed or juvenile cases. AB 1524, effective January 1, 2026, also lets you photograph electronic court records at the courthouse using your own phone.

Note: Sacramento Superior Court criminal case records go back to 1989, but older cases may not be in the online system.

Sacramento County Inmate Phone Directory Search

The Sacramento County Sheriff runs an inmate search tool where you can look up people in custody. Search by name. The tool shows booking info, charges, and bail amounts. This is one of the more direct ways to find a person through the Sacramento County phone directory if you think they may be in jail.

The Sacramento County Inmate Search lets you check current inmates by name at any time.

Call the non-emergency line at (916) 874-5115 for general questions. For inmate services, call (916) 874-6752. The system updates throughout the day, but new bookings can take some time to appear. The Sacramento County Sheriff handles all jail operations for the county. If you are trying to find someone and you suspect they may have been arrested, this tool gives fast results. Just enter their first and last name to get started.

Clerk-Recorder Phone Listings in Sacramento

The Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder handles recorded documents, vital records, and marriage licenses. Documents received before 3:00 PM get recorded the same day. The office has extended hours on the first, third, and fifth Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. That is helpful if you work during the day and need to visit in person.

Visit the Sacramento County Clerk-Recorder Portal to access recorded documents and vital records information.

Fees for vital records in Sacramento County are lower than some other counties in the state. A birth certificate costs $32.00. A death certificate is $24.00. A marriage certificate is $17.00. The first page of a recorded document costs $8.00, with each added page at $1.00. Call the main line at (916) 874-6334 or the toll free number at (800) 313-7133 for help. Recorded documents like deeds and liens list names and addresses that feed into the Sacramento County phone directory when you cross-reference them with other databases.

The Assessor's Office at (916) 875-0700 handles property records. Their office is at 3636 American River Drive in Sacramento. Property data includes ownership details, assessed values, and lot info. These records are free to search online. While they do not always list phone numbers, they confirm addresses you can use in a broader Sacramento County phone directory search.

Note: The Clerk-Recorder office offers extended evening hours several times a month, which is a convenience most California counties do not provide.

State Phone Directory Tools in Sacramento County

Sacramento is the state capital. That means many state offices are right here. The Secretary of State is at 1500 11th Street. Call (916) 653-6814. The Business Entity Search lets you look up any business registered in California. Each listing shows the company status, filing date, and registered agent info. This can help you find a business phone number or contact person as part of your Sacramento County phone directory search.

The Department of Consumer Affairs license search covers over 3.4 million licensed workers in the state. Filter results to Sacramento County to find local professionals. The State Bar Attorney Search works for lawyers. The State Archives at 1020 O Street in Sacramento has historical records from 28 counties going back to the 1850s. They are open Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Call (916) 653-6814 for the archives. All of these tools add depth to any Sacramento County phone directory search when you need more than what the county databases offer on their own.

You can also use the State Controller's PublicPay to look up compensation data for government employees in Sacramento County. It covers city, county, and state workers.

Cities in Sacramento County

Sacramento County has two major cities with dedicated phone directory pages. Select a city below for local contact details and resources.

Phone Directories for Nearby Counties

Sacramento County is surrounded by several other counties that have their own public record databases. Check the pages below for phone directory tools in those areas.