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Palo Alto is known for being the home of Stanford University and a hub of Silicon Valley. It is also known for its high quality of life, excellent schools, and vibrant downtown. The City Council of Palo Alto is composed of seven members, each elected at-large to serve four-year terms. The Council is responsible for setting policy, approving the City budget, and appointing the City Manager. Below are direct public records resources that can help you find the most up-to-date information.

  • City of Palo Alto
    Directory of Palo Alto city records and information

  • Palo Alto City Clerk
    City legal records and files
    250 Hamilton Avenue
    7th Floor
    Palo Alto, CA 94301
    Phone: (650) 329-2571
    Fax: (650) 328-3631
    Email: city.clerk@cityofpaloalto.org

  • Palo Alto Police Department
    Law enforcement and public safety
    275 Forest Avenue
    Palo Alto, CA 94301
    Phone: (650) 329-2413
    Fax: (650) 617-3120
    Email: pd@cityofpaloalto.org

  • Palo Alto Fire Department
    Fire and rescue services
    250 Hamilton Avenue
    Palo Alto, CA 94301
    Phone: (650) 329-2184
    Fax: (650) 327-6951
    Email: fire@cityofpaloalto.org

  • Palo Alto Main Library
    Reference and research materials
    1213 Newell Road,
    Palo Alto, CA 94303
    PHone: (650)329-2436
    Email: pa.library@cityofpaloalto.org

  • Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce
    Business listings directory
    122 Hamilton Ave
    Palo Alto, CA 94301
    Phone: (650) 324-3121
    Fax: (650) 324-1215
    Email: info@paloaltochamber.com

  • Palo Alto Criminal Records Search and History
    Public Records Access
    Public Records Ombudsman P.O. Box 944255-2550
    Sacramento, CA 95814
    Phone: (916) 445-4069 Email: PublicRecords@doj.ca.gov

  • Palo Alto California Official Criminal History Background Check
    Attorney General's Office California Department of Justice
    Attn: Public Inquiry Unit P.O. Box 944255 Sacramento, CA 94244-2550
    Voice: (916) 322-3360 or (Toll-free in California) (800) 952-5225 Fax: (916) 323-5341

  • Center for Missing & Exploited Children
    Quick search for missing children, sex offenders, Amber alerts, records and more public information.

  • Search For Inmates in Palo Alto and Corrections Records
    ID & Warrants, (916) 445-6713
    Inmate Check Line (Media), (916) 557-5933
    California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
    Office of Research
    1515 S Street
    Sacramento, CA 95811-7243
    Phone: (916) 323-3593
    FAX: (916) 323-2998

What is the process for someone who is arrested in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California to go through the jail and court system?

If you get arrested in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, you would go to the Santa Clara County Main Jail located in San Jose, California. You would also go to the Santa Clara County Superior Court located in San Jose, California.

What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Palo Alto California Library?

You can find public records in the Palo Alto, California Library. The library offers access to a variety of public records, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce records, as well as property records, court records, and other government documents.

Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Palo Alto, California?

The Palo Alto Police Department provides fingerprinting services for the public.

What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Palo Alto, California, and what information is provided in the records?

Palo Alto, California vital records can be obtained from the Santa Clara County Clerk-Recorder's Office. To obtain vital records, individuals must provide a valid photo ID and proof of relationship to the person whose record is being requested. The types of records available include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees. Birth certificates include the name of the child, date and place of birth, parents' names, and parents' addresses. Death certificates include the name of the deceased, date and place of death, cause of death, and address of the deceased. Marriage certificates include the names of the bride and groom, date and place of marriage, and addresses of the bride and groom. Divorce decrees include the names of the parties involved, date and place of divorce, and addresses of the parties involved.
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