Pomona Public Records
Public records in Pomona are kept by Los Angeles County offices and city departments. With about 151,000 people, Pomona is one of the largest cities in the eastern San Gabriel Valley. You can find court records, property filings, vital records like birth and death certificates, and business documents through county and state systems. Most records are open to the public under California law, though some have restricted access. Many can be searched online, while others need a visit to the office that keeps them.
Pomona Quick Facts
Los Angeles County Records for Pomona
Pomona sits in Los Angeles County, so most public records are kept by county offices. The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk handles vital records, property documents, and business name filings. Their main office is at 12400 Imperial Hwy in Norwalk. Call them at (800) 201-8999 for help with records in Pomona. You can also use their website at lavote.gov to start a search or place an order online.
Court records for Pomona go through the Los Angeles Superior Court system. Civil cases, family law, probate, and criminal matters all get filed at the court. The Pomona Courthouse North is at 400 Civic Center Plaza. The phone line is (909) 620-3023. You can search case records online using the court's Civil Index at lacourt.org. Name searches cost $1 for the first ten, then go up for more. Guest users pay $4.75 per search.
Property records like deeds, liens, and title documents are kept by the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder. You can search online for free through the county's property database at portal.assessor.lacounty.gov. The site shows ownership, sales, and tax info. If you need a copy of a filed document, you can order it online or go to the Norwalk office in person. Most property records for Pomona go back to the 1800s.
Under the California Public Records Act, you can ask any local agency for records they keep. The county must respond in ten days. You can file a request with Los Angeles County through their NextRequest portal at lacountyrrcc.nextrequest.com. Be clear about what you want. Most requests are free if the records are sent by email. Paper copies cost ten cents per page in most cases.
Birth, Death, and Marriage Records
Vital records in Pomona are issued by the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder. Birth and death certificates cost $34 each as of January 1, 2026. Marriage certificates are $19. Fees went up $2 per record due to Assembly Bill 64. You can order online, by mail, or in person at the Norwalk office. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
If you need a record fast, go to the county office in person. Wait times vary, but same-day service is often possible. Online orders take longer and may add a service fee. VitalChek is a third party that handles online orders for California. For state-level vital records, contact the California Department of Public Health at (916) 445-2684. State orders take five to seven weeks. County orders are faster for Pomona residents.
Only certain people can get a certified copy of a birth or death record. Under Health and Safety Code Section 103526(c), you must be a family member or have a legal interest. Marriage records are more open. The county can tell you who qualifies when you ask. Divorce records come from the court, not the county recorder. For a divorce decree in Pomona, contact the Los Angeles Superior Court where the case was filed.
Pomona Court Records
Court records in Pomona are kept by the Los Angeles Superior Court. The court has several locations. Pomona has two courthouses. The North building handles civil, probate, and family cases. The South building deals with criminal matters. To find a case, you need the case number or the full name of a party. The Civil Index search tool works for most case types except criminal.
The online system covers cases from 1983 to now for most types. Small claims go back to 1992. Limited civil cases start in 1991. You can see the docket, party names, and filing dates for free. To view documents, you pay $5 for the first 20 pages. Each extra 20 pages costs more. Go to lacourt.org to search now.
If you need certified copies of court papers, visit the clerk's office at the courthouse. Staff can look up the case and print what you need. Certified copies cost 50 cents per page in most California courts. Bring photo ID and the case number if you have it. For help with court records in Pomona, call the Pomona Courthouse North at (909) 620-3023 during business hours.
Criminal records are less open. Most can only be seen at the courthouse. Under California Rule of Court 2.503, some case types are confidential. Juvenile cases are sealed. Domestic violence and harassment cases may have limits. For serious crimes, you can check the California Department of Justice background check system at oag.ca.gov. Personal record reviews cost a fee and need fingerprints.
Note: Court records and vital records are kept by different offices in Pomona and Los Angeles County.
City of Pomona Records
The City of Pomona keeps its own records for city business. This includes city council meetings, permits, planning documents, and contracts. Under the California Public Records Act, you can request any city record that is not exempt. Most are open. Some are kept private under state or federal law. Examples of exempt records include personnel files, legal advice, and ongoing investigations.
To request city records in Pomona, contact the City Clerk's office at 505 S. Garey Ave. Call (909) 620-2321 for help. The city must respond to your request in ten days. They may take up to 14 more days if the request is complex. Most agencies send records by email at no cost. Paper copies may cost ten cents per page. The city can charge for staff time if it takes more than one hour to compile the records.
City council meeting records are kept by the city clerk. Agendas, minutes, and video recordings are available on the city website. Older records may be in storage. For building permits and planning documents, contact the Community Development Department at (909) 620-2345. For business licenses issued by the city, contact the Finance Department. Each city office handles its own records requests in Pomona.
Business and Property Records
Business records in California are split between state and county offices. The California Secretary of State keeps corporation, LLC, and partnership filings. You can search for free at bizfileonline.sos.ca.gov. The database shows business name, status, file date, and agent info. Copies of filed documents cost $5 each. Most can be ordered online and sent by email the same day.
Fictitious business name statements are filed with the county where the business operates. In Pomona, you file with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder. The county keeps an index of all business names. You can search it online or at the Norwalk office. This is helpful if you want to know who owns a business or if a name is already taken in Los Angeles County.
UCC financing statements show liens on personal property like equipment or inventory. These are also filed with the Secretary of State. The database is online at the same site as business entities. UCC records help show if a business owes money or has loans secured by assets. You can search by business name or file number at no cost in Pomona or anywhere in California.
Real estate records are kept by the Los Angeles County Assessor and Recorder. The Assessor values property for tax purposes. The Recorder files deeds, mortgages, and other title documents. Both databases are online. Go to portal.assessor.lacounty.gov to search property in Pomona by address or parcel number. You can see the owner, sale price, tax amount, and more.
California Public Records Act
The California Public Records Act is in Government Code Section 6250 and following. It was recodified in 2021 but the rules stayed the same. The law says that records kept by state and local agencies are public unless an exemption applies. Any person can ask for records. You do not need to be a resident or give a reason. Agencies have ten days to respond and may extend for 14 more if needed.
Some records are exempt from disclosure under the CPRA. Examples include personnel files, attorney-client communications, ongoing investigations, and records protected by other laws like privacy statutes. If a record has both public and exempt parts, the agency must release the public part. This is called redaction. The agency cannot charge for the time it takes to decide if a record is exempt in Pomona or elsewhere in California.
Electronic records are often free if sent by email. Paper copies cost ten cents per page under Government Code. If it takes more than one hour to gather the records, the agency can charge for staff time. Some agencies in Los Angeles County use a records request portal. Pomona residents can submit requests online at the portal or send them by mail or in person.
If an agency denies your request, they must explain why. You can appeal to the agency head or file a lawsuit in court. Many disputes are resolved by talking to the agency and narrowing the request. For help with public records law, contact the California Attorney General's office or consult a lawyer. The Attorney General has a guide at oag.ca.gov.
Los Angeles County Public Records
Pomona is part of Los Angeles County, the most populous county in California with over ten million residents. The county handles most public records for the 88 cities within its borders. For a full guide to county offices, online systems, fees, and record types, visit the Los Angeles County public records page.