About Glenn County
Glenn County is located in the northern Sacramento Valley of California, approximately 100 miles north of Sacramento. Glenn County seat is Willows, which is the governmental and commercial hub for this predominantly rural county. Established in 1891 from portions of Colusa County, Glenn County includes approximately 1,327 square miles and has a population of around 28,623 residents according to recent estimates. Glenn County is named after Dr. Hugh J. Glenn, a prominent wheat farmer who was once among the largest landowners in California during the 19th century. Major landmarks include the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex, Black Butte Lake, and the scenic Mendocino National Forest along the western border. Glenn County's economy is heavily agricultural, known for rice, almonds, walnuts, and prunes production. Glenn County Recorder's Office is located at 516 West Sycamore Street in Willows and maintains property records and official documents. Glenn County Clerk-Recorder's Office handles vital records, elections, and business filings from the same location. Glenn County Assessor's Office, also situated in the County Courthouse at 526 West Sycamore Street, manages property tax assessments and parcel information. Glenn County's small-town character, agricultural heritage, and proximity to outdoor recreation areas in the Coast Range make it a unique part of Northern California's scene.
Court Records & Case Information
The Glenn County Superior Court serves Glenn County and is located at 520 West Sycamore Street in Willows. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for the region. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the California online court portal.
The Glenn County Superior Court, located at 520 West Sycamore Street in Willows, handles a spectrum of cases, including civil, criminal, family, and probate matters.
Sheriff, Police & Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement & Arrests
- To request arrest records, citizens may submit written requests to the Sheriff's Office or the appropriate police department, specifying the information sought.
- Booking photos and mugshots are generally considered public records in California and may be obtained through formal public records requests to the custodian agency.
- Response times typically range from 10 to 30 days depending on the complexity of the request.
- Fees for copying and research time may apply as permitted under California law.
Criminal, Arrest & Jail Records
Courts & Case Records
- The court maintains case information, and some limited case information may be available online through the California Courts website or local court portal.
- Fees for case searches, copies, and certified documents vary by service; copy fees are typically $0.50 per page for standard copies, with certified copies costing additional fees around $25 for the certification.
- The court clerk's office can provide specific guidance on accessing particular case types and any associated fees or restrictions.
Property & Public Records
- While Glenn County may offer limited online access to recorded documents through third-party vendors or county systems, most full searches are conducted in person or by written request.
- Document copies typically cost $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page of the same document.
- Certified copies require an additional fee of approximately $5.00 for certification.
- All record requests are subject to California Government Code Section 6250 et seq, the California Public Records Act.
Vital Records
Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.
- Death certificates are similarly available through Glenn County Clerk-Recorder for deaths occurring within Glenn County, with the same fee structure and identification requirements.
- Marriage licenses are issued by Glenn County Clerk-Recorder's Office; couples must apply in person, and the current fee is approximately $89 with optional confidential marriage license available.
- For vital records from other California counties or for faster service, requesters may contact the California Department of Public Health, Vital Records Office, MS 5103, P.O.
- Online ordering typically includes expedited processing and delivery for additional fees.
Business & Licensing
Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.
- Glenn County Chamber of Commerce, located in Orland, can be reached at www.orlandchamber.com and provides resources for new and existing businesses.