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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Butte County record-source URLs verified against the official local and California state publishers on the review date. 2 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Butte County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Butte County, California — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
208,334
Population
Census estimate
83,319
Households
Census estimate
$66,085
Median income
Annual household
$371,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Oroville
County seat
In California
Butte County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
1 source
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources   One source   Use state portal

Butte County Records at a Glance

Record typeButte County verified sources
Court recordsButte County Superior Court – Online Calendar Guide Effectiv…
Case Information | Superior Court of California | County of …
Criminal recordsNo verified source — see Butte County state portal below
Wants & warrantsNo verified source — see Butte County state portal below
Property recordsSearch Page | Butte County | MBC
Vital recordsButte County CA Cemetery Records
  County Clerk-Recorder Candace J. Grubbs, County Clerk-Re…
Voter recordsNo verified source — see Butte County state portal below
Professional licensesNo verified source — see Butte County state portal below
Recorded documentsNo verified source — see Butte County state portal below
Butte County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records4Criminal records0Wants & warrants0Property records1Vital records2Voter records0Licenses0Recorded docs0
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Butte County. Data verified June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Butte County Records

2026
Butte County official government portal active
The official Butte County government website at www.buttecounty.net continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Butte County court records portal verified
State court system links for Butte County verified against the California judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Butte County property records online
Butte County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside California, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.

The 4-Step Butte County Records Pathway

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Step 1 — Start at the Butte County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Butte County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the California statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the California state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.

Five Things People Get Wrong About Butte County Records

❌ Myth: "Butte County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Butte County are held by the California state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Butte County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Butte County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official California state repository has verified, current Butte County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Butte County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Butte County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).

Primary Sources (All Verified)

Related — Butte County & California Records

For records not specific to Butte County, use California's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 California statewide record systems:
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Other counties in California: Alpine · Amador · Calaveras · Colusa · Contra Costa

About Butte County, California

Butte County is located in the Central Valley of California. The county seat is Oroville (official site: http://www.buttecounty.net/).

  • Population: 208,334
  • Households: 83,319
  • Median household income: $66,085
  • Median home value: $371,600
  • Below poverty line: 18.2%
  • Land area: 1,636.5 sq mi
  • Population density: 127.3 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 6
  • NCES schools indexed: 98
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Butte County Superior Court – Online Calendar Guide Effective 1/1/2026 APPEALS
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Butte County Superior Court – Online Calendar Guide
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Case Information | Superior Court of California | County of Butte
Official Free
Click on the button below to search for public court records or hearings . The Portal is generally available round-the-clock, except during maintenance windows. When those are known in advance, we will post a message beforehand on the Portal itself. Please do not use the "Register" option
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SheriffCoroner | Butte County, CA
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The Sheriff's Office serves all the citizens of Butte County by providing a mix of public safety and public service functions. The Sheriff's Office provides around-the-clock law enforcement services to every region of the county.
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Public Information | Butte County, CA
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SheriffCoroner · Public Information and Resources · Public Information · BCSO Booking Logs · BCSO Public Logs · BCSO Media Releases · BCSO Policies and Procedures · BCSO Training Outlines · BCSO Online Forms · Government Websites by CivicPlus® · Loading · Do Not Show Again Close ·
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Crime Data | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General
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The California Attorney General has the duty to collect, analyze, and report statistical data, which provide valid measures of crime and the criminal justice process to government and the citizens of California. This site contains crime data submitted by county and local law enforcement agencies, ...
Recorded Documents / Official Records | Butte County Clerk Recorder, CA
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The County Recorder records real property transactions, financing statements, and maps . The Clerk Recorders Office also registers all births and deaths that occur in the county and all marriage licenses that are issued by the Butte County Clerk.
Self-Service
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Users should remember that the index is similar to a library card catalogue; it is a guide to the information contained within the documents referenced and should not be relied upon in making any decision or determination regarding the underlying document. The user is advised to search all possible spelling variations of names, as well as other search criteria, to maximize search results. If you choose not to accept the conditions stated above, please click the Back button to exit this search application.
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Butte County CA Cemetery Records
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California Genealogy and History Archives · Butte County · Click on the icon next to the cemetery to view photos for that cemetery. Please help by submitting your photos! These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by other organizations.
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  County Clerk-Recorder Candace J. Grubbs, County Clerk-Recorder
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The Recorder collects and administers various fees for Butte County, its · cities, and State agencies such as Documentary Transfer Tax, Family Conciliation, Child Abuse · and Domestic Violence Trust, District Attorney Fraud Prosecution, State DNA Database, and · Umbilical Cord Blood Trust, among others. The Recorder is also the local registrar of marriages · and maintains copies of certificates for all births, deaths, and marriages that occur in Butte
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Vital Records - CDPH - CA.gov
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CDPH-VR sends all vital records via First Class Mail through the United States Postal Service (USPS). CDPH-VR is not responsible for any lost, misdirected, or undelivered mail by USPS or any other delivery service. Effective January 1, 2026, fees for certified copies have increased.
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Search Page | Butte County | MBC
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Search by 1234 W 32nd (do not enter Street or St.) and you should go directly to your property address. All payments processed on-line will be assessed a service fee. The Treasurer-Tax Collector's office does not charge a fee to process payments on-line, however, the vendor processing your payments assesses the service fees. All service fees are assessed by our credit card vendor, not the County.
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Butte County Sheriff's Department | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General
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County: Butte · Phone: 530-552-5200 · Email: BCSOrecords@buttecounty.net · Payment Info · Rolling fee: $37.00 · Additional service fees may apply. Contact the live scan location for more information. Payment Methods: Cash · Cashier's Check · Checks · Money Order ·
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My Voter Status - California Secretary of State
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All California voters should check the address where they are registered. Check if you are registered to vote. Check where you are registered to vote. Check your political party preference. Check your language preference for election materials. Check the status of your vote-by-mail or provisional ballot. Find your polling place. Find information for upcoming local and state elections. Find contact information for your county
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DCA License Search - CA.gov
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Your web browser is out of date. Update your browser for more security, speed and the best experience on this site · Use this online search tool to verify a license issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) for the professions listed under license type.
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Voters
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I look up court cases in Butte County?
Butte County court cases are filed with the Clerk of the Superior Court. Search the Butte County Superior Court – Online Calendar Guide Effective 1/1/2026 APPEALS portal: https://www.butte.courts.ca.gov/system/files/general/2026-online-calendar-guide_san.pdf. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in California?
In California, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by California law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in California?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most California counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Are Butte County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.