Alameda County Background Check Records

Alameda County background check records can be accessed through the county court system and sheriff department. This East Bay county includes Oakland, Berkeley, and Fremont among its 14 cities. The court has an online portal for criminal record requests. Live Scan services are available through the sheriff and city police departments. This guide explains how to search and obtain criminal records in Alameda County.

Alameda County Court Criminal Records

Alameda Superior Court has an online system for criminal record requests. Visit the court criminal records page to submit requests electronically. You can ask for records for one or multiple defendants through this portal. The system is designed to make record requests easier than visiting in person.

The court also has an Odyssey Portal for searching case information. This shows basic case data like charges, hearing dates, and case status. You can look up cases by name or case number. The search is free to use. Getting official copies requires a request with fees. Certified copies cost $40 like most California courts.

If you need help with the portal, contact portal@alameda.courts.ca.gov. The court records section has staff who can answer questions about accessing records. They can guide you through the process if you run into problems.

Alameda County Sheriff Services

The Alameda County Sheriff handles law enforcement for unincorporated areas and some contract cities. Their records section is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request police reports and other documents from cases they handled.

For Live Scan fingerprinting, the sheriff has locations in the county. Private Live Scan operators also serve the area. Cities like Oakland, Berkeley, and Fremont have their own police departments that may offer services too. Fremont Police has Live Scan at $22 for the rolling fee. Call (510) 790-6703 for details.

Note: Each city in Alameda County may have different Live Scan options and prices.

Live Scan in Alameda County Cities

Alameda County has 14 cities with a mix of police arrangements. Oakland, Berkeley, Fremont, and Hayward have their own police departments. Other cities contract with the sheriff. Each city sets its own Live Scan policies and fees if they offer the service.

Fremont offers Live Scan for $22 rolling fee. Richmond has service by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at (510) 620-6675. Oakland and Berkeley should be contacted directly to check current availability. The DOJ locator shows all certified Live Scan sites in the county including private operators with extended hours.

Private Live Scan businesses are common in Alameda County. They often have longer hours than government offices. Prices range from about $25 to $50 for the rolling fee. Call ahead to confirm availability since hours can change.

Background Check Fees in Alameda County

Background check fees in Alameda County follow the standard California structure. State DOJ fee is $32. FBI federal fee is $17. Rolling fees vary by provider from about $20 to $50 in the county.

Court record fees at Alameda Superior Court are standard. Certified copies cost $40 per document. Regular copies have per page charges. The online portal may have its own fee structure for electronic requests. Contact the clerk for specific pricing on what you need.

Nearby California Counties

Alameda County is in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. It borders the bay and several other counties in the region.

Neighboring counties include Contra Costa County to the north, San Joaquin County to the east, Santa Clara County to the south, and San Mateo County across the bay. Each has its own court and sheriff systems.

Major Cities in Alameda County

These cities are in Alameda County. Criminal cases go through Alameda Superior Court. Click a city for local background check info.