Shasta County Criminal Court Records

Shasta County criminal court records are kept by the Shasta County Superior Court in Redding. The court serves all of Shasta County, which spans a large part of northern California. If you need to look up a criminal case filed in this area, the Superior Court is where those files live. You can search for case data through the court's own online tool, or visit the courthouse in person. The clerk's office can help you find records by name or case number. This page covers the main ways to search for and get copies of criminal court records in Shasta County, including fees, access rules, and state-level tools that may help.

Search Shasta County Criminal Records Online

The Shasta County Superior Court has an online case records tool at shasta.courts.ca.gov. This system lets you look up court case data without leaving home. You can search by case number or by party name. The results show case type, charges, hearing dates, and current status. It covers both felony and misdemeanor cases. You do not need to make an account. The tool is free to use for basic lookups.

The Shasta County court website shown below is where you can start your search for criminal court records in this part of California.

The online case records page gives you a quick way to check on a case. But keep in mind that the data you see is not the official court record. It is for reference. If you need certified copies or want to view the full case file, you still have to go through the clerk's office at the Shasta County Superior Court in Redding. The Criminal Division can be reached at (530) 245-6789 for questions about case lookups or record requests.

Shasta County Criminal Court Fees

Copies of criminal court records in Shasta County cost $0.50 per page. That rate comes from California Government Code Section 70627. It is the same across the state. Certified copies run $40 per document, plus the per-page fee. If you need a sealed and stamped copy for a legal matter, that is the rate you will pay.

A $15 search fee can apply if the clerk has to spend more than 10 minutes tracking down your record. For older files kept at an off-site location, there is a $10 retrieval fee on top of everything else. Mail requests for Shasta County criminal court records take a few weeks, so plan ahead. The clerk's office is at 1515 Court Street, Redding, CA 96001. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Get Criminal Court Record Copies in Shasta County

The fastest way to get copies is to visit the courthouse. Go to 1515 Court Street in Redding and ask the Criminal Division clerk for what you need. Bring the case number or defendant name. The clerk can pull up the record and print copies for you on the spot. Cash and checks are accepted for payment.

You can also send a written request by mail. Address it to the Shasta County Superior Court Clerk at 1515 Court Street, Redding, CA 96001. Include the case number, the defendant's name, and a list of what documents you want. Attach a check or money order for the copy fees. Mail requests can take several weeks to fill. The court may also let you submit a request through their website, so check the online services page first.

For your own criminal history from the state, contact the California Department of Justice. You submit a Live Scan form and pay $25. The DOJ sends back your RAP sheet. That is a separate process from getting court case files in Shasta County.

Note: Fee waivers may be available if you qualify based on income or public benefits.

Criminal Record Access in Shasta County

Criminal court records in Shasta County are mostly public. Anyone can ask for copies. You do not have to be part of the case. The clerk must provide copies to anyone who pays the fee. This is standard across California.

There are exceptions. Juvenile cases are sealed. Mental health records in a criminal file are restricted. Some domestic violence case documents have limits too. Under Penal Code Section 11105, the California DOJ keeps state summary criminal history records, but that system is separate from what the Shasta County Superior Court holds. California Rules of Court Rule 2.503 controls what can be seen online versus at the courthouse. Registers of action and court calendars are generally available through the web. The full case file in a criminal matter usually requires a trip to the Shasta County courthouse in Redding.

Shasta County Criminal Record Expungement

If you finished probation on a Shasta County case, you might be able to get it dismissed. Under Penal Code Section 1203.4, you can file a petition asking the court to dismiss the conviction. The case stays on the record, but it shows as dismissed. This helps with job applications and background checks.

You file the petition with the Shasta County Superior Court. A judge reviews it and decides. Not all convictions qualify, and some serious felonies are off limits. If you were found factually innocent, Penal Code Section 851.8 lets you ask to have the arrest record sealed and destroyed. Talk to the clerk or a local legal aid group about your options.

State Tools for Shasta County Criminal Records

The California Incarcerated Records and Information Search (CIRIS) is a state-run database for people in state prison. If someone was convicted in Shasta County and sent to a CDCR facility, you can find them here. The search shows name, CDCR number, age, current location, and admission date. It is free and does not require an account.

Under Penal Code Section 13300, local law enforcement also keeps criminal offender record information. The Shasta County Sheriff and the Redding Police Department both have records divisions. For arrest reports or police reports tied to a criminal case in Shasta County, reach out to the agency that made the arrest. The California Courts Self-Help Guide is a solid starting point if you are not sure how to request records.

Shasta County Cities

Redding is the main city in Shasta County. All criminal cases from cities in this county are handled by the Shasta County Superior Court. No cities in Shasta County meet the population threshold for a separate page.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Shasta County. Each runs its own Superior Court for criminal cases.