Mariposa County Criminal Court Records

Criminal court records in Mariposa County are handled by the Mariposa County Superior Court, located in the small town of Mariposa in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The court offers online access to case information for records filed after 1999 through its website. Mariposa County is one of the smallest counties in California by population, but the court still manages all criminal filings for the area. This page explains how to search for criminal court records in Mariposa County, what the fees are, and how to get copies of the documents you need.

Search Mariposa County Criminal Cases Online

The Mariposa County Superior Court website at mariposa.courts.ca.gov provides case information for records filed after 1999. The online system lets you search by case number or defendant name. It is more limited than what you find in larger counties, but it still covers the basics. You can pull up charges, court dates, and the current status of a criminal case in Mariposa County.

For cases filed before 2000, the online system will not have them. You need to contact the clerk's office directly. Mariposa County is small enough that the clerk can often help you over the phone or by mail if you describe what you are looking for. The California Courts public records page confirms that each Superior Court is responsible for its own records, and Mariposa County is no exception.

Get Criminal Court Records in Mariposa County

You can get copies of criminal court records from the Mariposa County Superior Court in person or by mail. The courthouse is at 5088 Bullion Street in Mariposa. Go to the clerk's window during business hours and give them the case number or defendant name. They will look it up and print copies for you. Bring cash or a check for the fees.

For mail requests, write to the Mariposa County Superior Court Clerk, 5088 Bullion Street, P.O. Box 28, Mariposa, CA 95338. Include the case details, what documents you want, and payment. Because the courthouse is small and staff is limited, mail requests may take a few weeks. If you are driving from out of town, call ahead to make sure the clerk can help you when you arrive. The hours may be more restricted than in larger courts.

The screenshot below shows the CDCR inmate search, which is from the California Department of Corrections. This tool can help you find someone convicted in Mariposa County who is now in state prison.

The CIRIS search is free and shows the person's name, prison location, admission date, and parole information. It is a useful companion to the Mariposa County court records when you need the full picture on a criminal case.

Mariposa County Criminal Record Fees

Fees for copies of criminal court records in Mariposa County match the statewide rates. Plain copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $40 per document plus the per-page charge. The $15 search fee applies if the clerk spends more than 10 minutes on your request. Off-site retrieval adds $10.

In a small county like Mariposa, the copy costs can add up quickly if you need a large case file. Ask the clerk for a page count estimate before committing. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify under state rules. Bring proof of income or benefits when you ask.

Note: Always confirm current fees with the Mariposa County clerk before sending a check by mail.

Public Access to Mariposa County Criminal Records

Most criminal court records in Mariposa County are public. You do not have to be a party to the case to request copies. The clerk must provide them to anyone who asks and pays the fee. This is the standard rule for California courts.

There are exceptions. Juvenile cases are sealed by state law and are not available to the public. Mental health documents in a criminal case file are restricted. Under Penal Code Section 11105, the California DOJ maintains statewide criminal history records, which are a different system from the Mariposa County court files. California Rules of Court Rule 2.503 controls what criminal records can be viewed remotely versus at the courthouse. In Mariposa County, the online system shows basic case information, but full case files usually need to be viewed in person at the Bullion Street courthouse.

Clearing a Mariposa County Criminal Record

If you have a criminal conviction in Mariposa County and have completed probation, you can ask to have it dismissed. Penal Code Section 1203.4 allows this. You file a petition with the Mariposa County Superior Court, and a judge decides whether to grant the dismissal. The conviction stays on the record but shows as dismissed. This matters for job applications and background checks.

For people who were arrested but found factually innocent, Penal Code Section 851.8 lets you petition to have the arrest record sealed and destroyed. Contact the clerk at the Mariposa County Superior Court for details on how to file either type of petition.

State Criminal Record Resources

For your own criminal history from the state database, submit a record review request to the California DOJ. The cost is $25 through Live Scan. This gives you your RAP sheet, which is separate from the court case files in Mariposa County. The California Courts Self-Help guide has step-by-step directions for requesting records from any county Superior Court, and it applies to Mariposa County too.

Mariposa County Cities

Mariposa County has no incorporated cities over 100,000 in population. The town of Mariposa is the county seat. All criminal cases in the county go through the Mariposa County Superior Court.

Nearby Counties

These counties are next to Mariposa County. Each has its own Superior Court for criminal cases.