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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Yolo County record-source URLs verified against the official local and California state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Yolo County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Yolo County, California — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
225,251
Population
Census estimate
76,107
Households
Census estimate
$85,097
Median income
Annual household
$555,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Woodland
County seat
In California
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Yolo County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Yolo County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Superior Court of California - County of Yolo Home | County of Yolo |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Yolo County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Yolo County state portal below |
| Property records | Assessor | Yolo County ACE Department, CA Geographic Information System (GIS) | Yolo County |
| Vital records | Rootsweb |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Yolo County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Yolo County Clerk and Recorder's Office - Self-Service |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Yolo County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Yolo County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Yolo County Records
2026
Yolo County official government portal active
The official Yolo County government website at www.yolo.courts.ca.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Yolo County court records portal verified
State court system links for Yolo County verified against the California judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Yolo County property records online
Yolo 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 Yolo County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Yolo County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Yolo 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 Yolo County Records
❌ Myth: "Yolo County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Yolo County are held by the California state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Yolo 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 Yolo County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official California state repository has verified, current Yolo County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Yolo County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Yolo 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)
- www.yolo.courts.ca.gov — Official Yolo County government website
- ace.yolocounty.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Yolo County & California Records
For records not specific to Yolo County, use California's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 California statewide record systems:
- California Court Records →
- California Criminal Records →
- California Property Records →
- California Vital Records →
- California Voter Records →
- California Wants & Warrants →
- California Licenses →
- California Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
California statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Yolo County, California
Yolo County is located in the Central Valley of California. The county seat is Woodland (official site: http://www.yolocounty.org/).
- Population: 225,251
- Households: 76,107
- Median household income: $85,097
- Median home value: $555,200
- Below poverty line: 17.4%
- Land area: 1,013.0 sq mi
- Population density: 222.4 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 8
- NCES schools indexed: 63
Marriage License Application Information | Yolo County ACE Department, CA
Official Free
Click to see the information on allowable new names. Name Equality Act of 2007 (PDF) You may choose to complete the marriage license application online prior to coming into our office. To change your name through marriage, you must include your new name on your Marriage License at the time the license is issued by the County Clerk and prior to your ceremony.
Current Election | Yolo County ACE Department, CA
Official Free
To authorize a representative to pick up, file, and/or make changes to nomination documents on the candidate's behalf, the candidate must complete, sign, and return the Letter of Authorization (PDF) to our office. Vote-by-mail ballots will be mailed starting Monday, May 4, 2026 .
Assessor | Yolo County ACE Department, CA
Official Free
Jesse Salinas was elected Assessor/Clerk-Recorder by the people of Yolo County on June 5, 2018 and re-elected in 2022. The Assessor is an official elected for a four-year term. This office is responsible for appraisals of all real and personal property in the County, except public utility property, ...
Geographic Information System (GIS) | Yolo County
Official Free
Property Tax · Public Defender · Road Closures · Sheriff · Transportation Permits · YoloWorks ·
Property Tax Delinquent if Not Paid by April 10 | News | Yolo County
Official Free
Visit the Yolo County Tax Collector’s Office at 625 Court Street, Room 102 in Woodland , during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. (open until 5:00p.m. on Friday, April 10) Property taxes are a vital source of funding for local governments including the county, ...
Voter Registration | Yolo County ACE Department, CA
Official Free
Help keep Yolo County's voter registration database clean and accurate by using these forms. Names of potential jurors are randomly selected from the list of citizens from the California Franchise Tax Board, Department of Motor Vehicles and from the voter registration rolls.
Superior Court of California - County of Yolo
Official Free
In no event shall Yolo Superior Court be liable for any damages, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of the use of or the inability to use this internet service. All Civil case information available is pursuant to California Rule of Court 2.507. For additional help please see the Online Case Search: Reference Guide. Click here to download the Case Code Descriptions reference document. View Court calendars
Home | County of Yolo
Official Free
The Court will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day · CARE Act Court - Yolo Superior Court is accepting CARE Act petitions
Judicial Administrative Records - Superior Court of Yolo County
Official Free
You must submit the request by following the following procedure including completing a Request for Judicial Administrative Records form and sending it by email or U.S. Mail . For ADA Accommodations click here. Court Executive Office 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 (530) 406-6838 · How ...
Virginia VINE - VINELink
Official Free
Welcome to Virginia VINE. A free, secure, and confidential way to access custody status and criminal case information, find state-approved service providers, register for notifications and stay informed.
Rootsweb
Official Free
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CDPH Vital Document List - CA.gov
Official Free
Addendum 2 - CDPH/CHVP State General Fund Innovation 2.0 Request for Supplemental Information (RSI) for State Fiscal Year 2023 – 2028, 2023 · California Personal Responsibility Education Program
Yolo County Clerk and Recorder's Office - Self-Service
Official Free
NOTICE This search tool is for customer use; information may change. Use of this site means you agree to hold the County harmless for any online retrieval issues. The index is only a guide and should not be used for decisions. Search all name variations for best results.
DCA License Search - CA.gov
Official Free
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.
California's Most Wanted Fugitives | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General
Official Free
This Google™ translation feature is provided for informational purposes only · The Office of the Attorney General is unable to guarantee the accuracy of this translation and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information resulting from the translation application tool
My Voter Status - California Secretary of State
Official Free
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
Yolo County
Official Free
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 ...
Staff Directory | Yolo County
Official Free
YoloWorks · Zoning · Learn More · Government » General Government Departments » County Administrator · All · # A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z · (All Divisions) Admin/Fiscal Services ·
California Secretary of State Electronic Filing LLC Registration
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
California SOS business entity search.
bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov
Additional Records
Booking Statistics - Yolo County Sheriff's Office | Woodland, CA
Official Free
In an effort to better serve the public, the Yolo County Sheriff’s Office provides the following consolidated monthly booking statistics for the unincorporated areas of Yolo County. This information is public record. Copies of the past week’s arrest reports filed by the Sheriff’s Office are also available for viewing on the Press Board located in...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Yolo County?
Yolo County court cases are filed with the Clerk of the Superior Court. Search the Home | County of Yolo portal: https://www.yolo.courts.ca.gov/. For federal matters, see PACER.
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.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in California?
Yes — in California, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
Will a criminal conviction lead to deportation?
It depends on the offense, the person's immigration status, and current federal enforcement priorities. Aggravated felonies and crimes of moral turpitude carry the highest immigration risk. Even a sealed or expunged state conviction may still count under federal immigration law. Consult an immigration attorney.