Find Public Services in Sacramento County

Choosing the Right Office

Court Cases, Hearings and Jury Service

Start with Superior Court to identify the division responsible for your matter. Court Case Search explains the different systems used for criminal, civil, family, probate, small claims and traffic records. Search options and document access vary by case type; finding a case entry does not necessarily mean the complete file is available online.

Use the Family Court, Small Claims Court and Traffic Court guides for more specific filing, hearing and assistance information. Jury Duty covers summonses, reporting status, postponements and preparation for service. Have your case number, citation or juror information available before contacting the court.

Inmate Searches and Public Safety

Inmate Search helps you locate someone in county custody. County Jail explains facility-specific arrangements for visits, mail, deposits and other jail services. Confirm the housing facility before making arrangements, since the Main Jail and Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center have different procedures.

The Sheriff’s Office, District Attorney, Probation Department and Coroner handle separate responsibilities. Their guides help you direct crime reports, victim assistance questions, supervision matters and death investigation requests to the appropriate office. A Coroner’s report and a certified death certificate are different records.

Property Records, Taxes and Permits

Use Assessor and Parcel Viewer to research assessed values, parcel numbers and assessment maps. Questions about a property’s assessed value or exemptions belong with the Assessor; tax bills and payments belong with the Tax Collector. The Property Tax guide explains billing, payment deadlines and related account questions. Requesting an assessment review does not suspend tax payment requirements.

For construction or business plans, begin with Building Permits or Business License. Confirm the jurisdiction for the address before applying or paying fees. An assessor’s land use code does not establish zoning approval, and a parcel map should not be used as a boundary survey.

Marriage Services and Local Government

The Marriage License guide distinguishes applying for a license, arranging a ceremony and requesting a marriage certificate afterward. Review identification, appointment and document requirements for the particular service you need.

For county meetings and representation, the Board of Supervisors guide explains district offices, agendas and public comment procedures. The Office of Education guide helps distinguish county education services from matters handled by an individual school district.

Benefits, Home Care and Health Services

The Department of Human Assistance guide covers food benefits, cash assistance, health coverage and help with existing cases. IHSS explains in-home support, applications, assessments and the separate responsibilities of recipients and providers. Health Center covers clinic services, appointments, coverage and medical records.

Choose the program that matches your need. When following up on an application or case, keep your latest notice, reference number and requested documents available.

Pets, Utilities and Waste Collection

Bradshaw Animal Shelter covers adoption, lost and found pets, licensing and animal service requests. Confirm the shelter’s service area before arranging intake or reporting a concern.

County Utilities explains consolidated bills, payments and account changes. Waste Management and Recycling covers collection schedules, cart requests, bulky waste, hazardous materials and disposal facilities. The provider serving your address determines where to request assistance.

Confirm current fees, deadlines, office hours and application requirements with the responsible agency before submitting documents, making payments or visiting.