Napa County Background Check

Napa County background check records are available through the sheriff department and Superior Court. Known for its wine country, this county has about 140,000 residents. The sheriff offers Live Scan at a low $15 rolling fee. This guide shows how to access criminal records in Napa County.

Napa County Sheriff Live Scan

The Napa County Sheriff provides Live Scan fingerprinting services. Visit the sheriff Live Scan page for details. The rolling fee is just $15, one of the lowest in the Bay Area. Call (707) 253-4440 for hours and appointment information.

On top of the $15 rolling fee, you pay $32 to the state DOJ and $17 to the FBI for federal records. Total cost is about $64 for a complete check. This is one of the most affordable options in Northern California.

The city of Napa has its own police department. They may offer services as well. Contact them directly to check availability. Private Live Scan operators also serve the county.

Napa County Court Records

Napa Superior Court handles criminal cases for the county. The courthouse is in the city of Napa. You can search cases and request copies of documents. Criminal records are public unless sealed by court order.

Certified copies cost $40 per document. Regular copies have per page fees. Contact the clerk for specific pricing on what you need. The court staff can help you locate case files.

Note: Napa County sees many background checks related to the wine and hospitality industries.

Live Scan in Napa County Cities

Napa County has five cities: Napa, American Canyon, Calistoga, St. Helena, and Yountville. The city of Napa is the largest and has its own police department. Other cities use sheriff services.

Contact the Napa Police Department to check their Live Scan availability. The sheriff serves the rest of the county. Private operators may also have locations in the area. Use the DOJ locator to find all options.

Napa County Background Check Fees

Fees in Napa County include state charges plus local fees. The DOJ charges $32. The FBI charges $17. The sheriff rolling fee is just $15.

Total costs for a full state and federal check run about $64 at the sheriff. This is one of the lowest total costs in California. Court fees follow standard rates with $40 for certified copies.

Nearby California Counties

Napa County is in the North Bay Area, famous for its wine valleys. It borders several other Bay Area and North Coast counties.

Neighboring counties include Sonoma County to the west, Lake County to the north, Yolo County to the east, and Solano County to the south.

Major Cities in Napa County

Napa County has five cities. Only the city of Napa qualifies as a major city by population. Criminal cases go through Napa Superior Court.