Find Concord Court Records
Court records for Concord go through the Contra Costa County Superior Court. Concord has about 129,000 residents and is one of the larger cities in central Contra Costa County. The main courthouse is in Martinez, the county seat. All civil, criminal, family, and small claims cases file at the county level. The Contra Costa court offers an online portal for case searches, and you can also visit the courthouse in person to view files at no charge.
Concord Court Records Quick Facts
Where Concord Court Records Are Filed
Concord is in Contra Costa County. The Contra Costa County Superior Court is responsible for all court cases in the city. The main Court Records Unit operates at the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse at 725 Court Street in Martinez. This is where most records are stored and where copy requests are processed.
Martinez is about 15 minutes from Concord. The county also has courthouses in other locations, including Pittsburg and Richmond. Some cases from Concord may be assigned to specific locations based on case type. Criminal and traffic matters from Concord may go to the nearest available facility. Civil and family law cases typically file through the Martinez courthouse. Call (925) 608-1000 if you need help finding which courthouse has a specific case.
| Court Records Unit | Wakefield Taylor Courthouse 725 Court Street, Room 103 Martinez, CA 94553 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (925) 608-1000 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Search Concord Court Records Online
The Contra Costa County Superior Court has an Odyssey Public Portal for searching court records. You can search by name, case number, or filing date. The portal covers civil, criminal, family law, probate, and small claims cases from Concord and all other cities in the county. Basic searching is free.
The portal shows case status, hearing dates, and filing information. Full case documents are not always available through the online system. The court is building a new case document system that will add more online access in the future. For now, plan on visiting the courthouse if you need to see the actual papers in a Concord case file.
California Rule 2.503, shown above, sets the rules for which court records can be viewed online and which need a courthouse visit. Family law and criminal documents from Concord are restricted to in-person viewing.
Note: The online portal does not show date of birth information under California Rule of Court 2.507.
Court Records Fees in Concord
Contra Costa County follows the statewide fee schedule. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40.00 plus $0.50 per page. Certified copies of divorce judgments cost $15.00. Clerk searches over 10 minutes run $15.00.
Viewing records in person is free. You only pay for copies. The Court Records Unit in Martinez processes copy requests. Walk-in requests are usually handled quickly. Mailed requests take a bit longer.
Fee waivers are available for people who cannot afford the costs. A judge reviews your income and decides whether to waive fees. Approved waivers cover copy costs and other court expenses for Concord cases.
Legal Help for Concord Residents
The Contra Costa County Superior Court runs a self-help center that is free for everyone. Staff assist with locating records, filling out forms, and understanding court procedures. The center operates at the Martinez courthouse. No appointment is needed for most services.
Bay Area Legal Aid serves Contra Costa County and can be reached at (800) 551-5554. They provide free legal help for low-income residents with housing, public benefits, and family law matters. The California Courts Self-Help Center has statewide guides that apply to Concord cases. The Contra Costa County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service for people who want to hire a private attorney.
The Monument Crisis Center in Concord also provides some legal assistance through partnerships with local legal organizations. They can point residents toward resources for understanding court documents and records.
Types of Concord Court Records
The Contra Costa County Superior Court maintains records for all case types. Civil records include lawsuits, contract disputes, and evictions. Criminal records cover felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. Family law has divorce, custody, and domestic violence cases. Probate covers wills, estates, and conservatorships. Small claims and traffic cases each have separate files.
Most records are public and open to anyone. Juvenile cases are confidential by state law. Mental health proceedings are private. Sealed records need a court order to access. California retention rules apply: civil cases stay for 10 years, family law for 30, felonies for 75. Adoption and name change records are permanent.
Contra Costa County Court Records
Concord is in Contra Costa County. All court filings for the city go through the Contra Costa County Superior Court. The county has courthouse locations in Martinez, Pittsburg, Richmond, and other areas. For full details on the county court system, online portals, fees, and resources, visit the Contra Costa County court records page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are also in Contra Costa County or nearby counties. Court records for each go through their respective county court.