About San Andreas, California
San Andreas is located in Calaveras County, California (area code 209, ZIP: 95249). It covers approximately 1.5 square miles and serves a population of 2,612. As a California municipality, all public records are governed by the California Public Records Act (CPRA), Gov't Code §§ 7920–7931.
San Andreas is the county seat of Calaveras County, a Gold Rush-era foothill community named after the geologic fault that runs through the region.
Calaveras County has no incorporated cities; all law enforcement is provided by the Calaveras County Sheriff (891 Mountain Ranch Rd).
All county public services including the jail, court, and records are co-located at the Mountain Ranch Rd government complex.
Calaveras County is famous for its annual Jumping Frog Jubilee; Mark Twain's story was set here — historic records include 19th-century land grants and mining claims.
Calaveras County Superior Court handles all case types from a single courthouse at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd.
San Andreas Police Department — Law Enforcement Records
The San Andreas Police Department is headquartered at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249; non-emergency line: (209) 754-6500. To request a police report or incident record, submit a CPRA request via the department records portal or contact the Records Division at (209) 754-6500. Under the CPRA, the agency must respond within 10 calendar days (extendable 14 days for unusual circumstances). Standard reports: fee varies by report type; processing 5–10 business days.
Address: 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249
Non-emergency: (209) 754-6500
Records line: (209) 754-6500
Online portal: https://www.co.calaveras.ca.us/sheriff
San Andreas Jail & Detention — Inmate Lookup
The Calaveras County Jail is located at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249; main line: (209) 754-6500. After arrest in San Andreas, individuals are booked and processed at the county detention facility. Inmate lookup is available 24/7 through the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office online roster. Bail information is handled through the Calaveras County Superior Court or the County Clerk.
Address: 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249
Phone: (209) 754-6500
Inmate search: Contact the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office for online roster access.
San Andreas Arrest Records — Public Records
Arrest records in San Andreas are maintained jointly by the San Andreas Police Department and the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office. Under the California Public Records Act (CPRA), Gov't Code § 7923.600, arrest records are public once the case is filed. Search San Andreas PD arrests online via the police records portal. In-person requests at the Records Division (891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249) require a valid photo ID. The California Department of Justice (DOJ) maintains statewide arrest history at oag.ca.gov.
San Andreas Mugshots & Booking Photos
Booking photos for San Andreas arrests are processed by the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249. The public may request booking photos through the Sheriff's Jail Records Division at (209) 754-6500 or by submitting a CPRA request. California Penal Code § 13300 governs access to local summary criminal history; booking photos are generally released upon request unless an active investigation exemption applies.
San Andreas Criminal Records & Background Checks
Criminal background checks for San Andreas residents are processed through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) — Record Review Program at oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/record-review. The fee is $25 per request for personal record review (fingerprint-based). Third-party background checks for employment, licensing, or housing use the DOJ's Live Scan fingerprinting system — fees set by the requesting agency, typically $20–$60 total. The California Sex Offender Registry is searchable at meganslaw.ca.gov.
Website: oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/record-review
Fee: $25 (personal review); Live Scan fees vary by agency
Processing: 3–5 business days (online); up to 10 days (mail)
Sex Offender Registry: meganslaw.ca.gov
San Andreas Court System — Court Records
San Andreas is served by the Calaveras County Superior Court, located at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249; phone: (209) 754-3241. The Superior Court handles felonies, misdemeanors, civil cases, family law, and probate. Online case search is available through the court's public portal. Federal cases in California are handled by the applicable U.S. District Court; federal records are searchable at PACER.gov.
Address: 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249
Phone: (209) 754-3241
Online case search: Contact the court for portal access or visit in person.
Federal cases: PACER.gov
Accessing Public Records in San Andreas — California Public Records Act (CPRA)
Public records from the City of San Andreas are governed by the California Public Records Act (CPRA), Government Code §§ 7920–7931. Every person has the right to inspect or copy public records. Submit requests via the San Andreas CPRA portal. The agency must respond within 10 calendar days, with a possible 14-day extension for unusual circumstances. Standard fees: $0.10 per page for black & white copies; electronic records provided at no charge when already in digital form.
- Identify the right agency. Records are held by the agency that created or maintains them — City of San Andreas records go through the city CPRA portal; Calaveras County records go to the appropriate County department.
- Submit a written request. Requests may be submitted in writing (online, email, mail, or hand delivery). Use the San Andreas CPRA portal. Include your name, contact info, and a specific description of the records requested.
- Wait for the 10-day response window. Under CPRA (Gov't Code § 7922.535), the agency must respond within 10 calendar days. They may grant the request, deny it (citing a specific exemption), or extend by up to 14 additional days for unusual circumstances.
- Review cost estimate and pay fees. Electronic copies are generally free. Paper copies cost $0.10/page (standard). Agencies must provide a fee estimate before fulfilling requests that will incur costs above a de minimis threshold.
- Appeal a denial. If records are withheld, the agency must cite the applicable CPRA exemption. You may petition the California Superior Court for a writ of mandate to compel disclosure. Contact the California Attorney General's Office at oag.ca.gov for guidance.
Record Request Fees & Processing Times — San Andreas
| Record Type | Where to Request | Cost | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Report | San Andreas PD Records | Varies by report type | 5–10 business days |
| Criminal Background (personal review) | CA DOJ Record Review | $25.00 | 3–5 business days |
| Live Scan (employment/licensing) | Local Live Scan provider | $20–$60 (agency sets fee) | 3–10 business days |
| Court Records (civil/criminal) | Calaveras County Superior Court | Free (online); $0.50–$1/page certified | Instant online; 5–10 days (certified) |
| Property Appraisal Records | Calaveras County Assessor | Free online | Instant |
| Birth Certificate (certified) | Vital Records | $32.00 (first copy) | Walk-in: same day; Mail: 4–6 weeks |
| Death Certificate (certified) | Vital Records | $24.00 (first copy) | Walk-in: same day; Mail: 4–6 weeks |
| Marriage License | Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder | Varies by county (~$70–$100) | Issued same day; 3-day waiting period |
| City Open Records (copies) | San Andreas CPRA Portal | $0.10/page; electronic: free | 10 calendar days (response) |
| Inmate / Jail Records | Calaveras County Sheriff's Office | Free online | Instant (updated daily) |
Fees current as of 2025. Verify with the issuing agency before submitting payment.
Vital Records — San Andreas, California
Birth and death certificates for events in San Andreas are maintained by the Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Vital Statistics. Certified copies may be requested in person, by mail, or online.
Birth Certificates
- County level: Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder — https://www.co.calaveras.ca.us/clerk-recorder
- State level: California CDPH Vital Records — https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHSI/Pages/Vital-Records.aspx
- Cost: $32 first copy; $32 each additional
- Who can request: The person named (if 18+), parents, legal guardian, spouse, adult child, or authorized agent
- Online ordering: cdph.ca.gov or VitalChek
Death Certificates
- County level: Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder — https://www.co.calaveras.ca.us/clerk-recorder
- Cost: $24 first copy; $24 each additional
- Who can request: Immediate family, legal representative, funeral director (within 90 days)
- Note: Death records 75+ years old are unrestricted public records in California
Marriage Licenses & Records
- New license: Calaveras County Clerk-Recorder — https://www.co.calaveras.ca.us/clerk-recorder
- Fee: Varies by county (~$70–$100); some counties offer a confidential license option
- 3-day waiting period applies after issuance (waivable by court order)
- State historical records: California CDPH Vital Statistics
Divorce Records
- Divorce decrees are court records, filed with the Calaveras County Superior Court ((209) 754-3241)
- In-person: 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249
- State index: California CDPH Vital Statistics
Property & Tax Records — San Andreas, California
Property records in San Andreas are managed by the Calaveras County Assessor (property values & ownership) and the Calaveras County Recorder (recorded deeds, liens, mortgages). Property tax payments are handled by the Calaveras County Tax Collector.
Search by owner name, address, or parcel number. Shows appraised value, exemptions, and ownership history. Free — no login required.
Search recorded deeds, liens, easements, and title chain. Use for complete ownership history and lien searches.
Pro tip: To find out who owns a property in San Andreas, start with the County Assessor (free, instant). To see the complete chain of title or recorded liens, use the County Recorder's document search. To check if property taxes are current, use the County Tax Collector portal.
Common CPRA Exemptions & What to Do If Your Request Is Denied
The California Public Records Act allows agencies to withhold records that fall within specific statutory exemptions (Gov't Code §§ 7922.000–7929.610). Agencies cannot simply refuse — they must provide a written justification citing the specific exemption. Below are the most frequently invoked:
§ 7922.000 General Catch-All (Balancing Test) — Agency may withhold if it clearly demonstrates the public interest in nondisclosure outweighs the public interest in disclosure.§ 7923.600 Law Enforcement Records (pending investigations) — Records relating to an ongoing investigation, or whose disclosure would endanger life or impede prosecution.§ 7927.705 Personnel Records — Employee performance evaluations, disciplinary actions below peace officer threshold, or HR records of identifiable individuals.§ 7928.000 Medical/Personal Information — Medical records, home addresses of private citizens, or information whose disclosure would be a clearly unwarranted invasion of privacy.§ 7929.610 Attorney-Client Privilege — Legal advice or communications between an agency and its attorneys — e.g., litigation strategy memos.Evidence Code § 1040 Official Information Privilege — Confidential government communications whose disclosure would be against public interest.What to Do If Your Request Is Denied
- Ask for the specific exemption in writing. The agency must identify the CPRA provision it relies on.
- Petition the Superior Court. File a petition for a writ of mandate in the Calaveras County Superior Court (891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas, CA 95249) compelling disclosure.
- Contact the California Attorney General. The AG's Office provides guidance at oag.ca.gov — Open Government section.
- Seek attorney's fees. If you prevail in court, the agency may be liable for your reasonable attorney's fees and litigation costs under Gov't Code § 7923.115.