LODI PUBLIC RECORDS

What are Lodi City Public Records?

In accordance with the California Public Records Act, Lodi public records include any writing that a state or local agency receives or prepares that relates to its activities. The physical form or characteristics of the document does not affect its nature as a public record. Therefore, public records may be electronic files, audio, photographs, typewritten, video recordings, or handwritten.

Some records that concern the activities of state or local agencies may not be subject to disclosure, especially in cases where they are confidential. Records that are closed to the public in Lodi include:

• Information about individuals paid by the state to provide in-home supportive services pursuant to the Welfare and Institutions Code. California Government Code 6253.2.
• Preliminary drafts, notes, and memoranda that are not retained by the government agency in the course of carrying out its activities, if the public interest in nondisclosure overrides disclosure. California Government Code 6254(a).
• Records of pending litigation that a public agency is a party to until the case has been settled. California Government Code 6254(b).
• Personnel, medical, and other similar files that would breach an individual's right to privacy if disclosed. California Government Code 6254(c).
• Applications filed with a state agency serving as a regulator or supervisor in the issuance of securities or of financial institutions. California Government Code 6254(d).
• Records of investigations by a law enforcement agency. California Government Code 6254(f).
• Examination records used for an academic exam, a licensing exam, or examination for employment. California Government Code 6254(g).
• Information collected from taxpayers that is received in confidence and would cause unfair competitive disadvantage if disclosed. California Government Code 6254(i).
• Any other record that is exempted pursuant to California Government Code 6254 and 6255, by court order, or by any other state or federal law.

In addition to government agencies, some public records may also be accessible from third-party websites. These non-government platforms come with intuitive tools that allow for expansive searches. Record seekers may either opt to use these tools to search for a specific record or multiple records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search such as:

• The name of the subject involved in the record (subject must be older than 18 or not juvenile)
• The address of the requestor
• A case number or file number (if known)
• The location of the document or person involved
• The last known or current address of the registrant

Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.

Lodi City Crime Statistics

The California Department of Justice maintains Lodi City crime statistics. In 2020, the Department recorded 1,501 crimes within the City. 225 crimes were violent crimes while 1,276 were property crimes. The violent crimes consisted of four homicides, 12 rapes, 83 robberies, and 126 aggravated assaults, while the property crimes consisted of 204 burglaries, 235 motor vehicle thefts, 823 larcenies, and 14 cases of arson. Compared to the recorded crimes in 2019, there was a 5% decrease in violent crimes and a 31% decrease in property crimes.

Are Lodi City Criminal Records Public?

Access to Lodi City criminal records varies. In some cases, record access may be limited to law enforcement agencies, authorized agencies, and the subject of the record or their agent. Criminal records are maintained by the Office of the California Department of Justice. Any eligible person can make a request for a copy of the record. However, requests from unauthorized third parties are not processed. Agencies that are authorized to make requests for Lodi criminal records include some employers of sensitive services such as security companies and schools. Each copy of a Lodi criminal record costs a $25 processing fee to the Department of Justice. Requesters would need to submit a fingerprint for the search. There is also a possibility of a processing fee waiver.

How to Obtain Lodi City Police Reports and Arrest Records?

Lodi City Police Department maintains Lodi City arrest records and police reports. These records are open to the public. Interested persons can obtain copies of Lodi arrest records and police reports in person or by mail through a request to the Police Department. Requesters may need to pay applicable fees and provide an adequate description of the report they wish to obtain. Requests should be made to:

Lodi Police Department
215 W Elm Street
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 333-6727
Fax: (209) 333-6792
Email: lpdrecords@lodi.gov

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Lodi City

The California Department of Justice maintains the California sexual offender registry. Any person can access the registry and find offenders either by name or by location. Name searches show all registered offenders whose names match the given name. It also marks out offenders that are currently in violation for non-compliance with registration requirements. Location searches allow users to find offenders by proximity to their device or an address. Users can find offenders within 3/4th of a mile, one mile, two miles, five miles, and ten miles. There is an option to include or exclude transient offenders in location searches. Information provided regarding sex offenders include names, pictures, aliases, dates of birth and descriptions, offenses, last known addresses, and risk assessment.

How to Find Lodi City Inmate Records

The Lodi City Police Department maintains a record of inmates within the City. Users can filter the list by different parameters with a last name. Information provided about inmates include names, primary charge, arrest date, and booking agency. In-person and mail requests can be made to:

Lodi Police Department
215 W Elm Street
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 333-6727
Fax: (209) 333-6792
Email: lpdrecords@lodi.gov

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Lodi City Jail?

Lodi City Jail accepts visitors between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. for 15 minutes at a time. The jail management provides visitation guidelines and all visitors are allowed one visit during the duration of their stay in Lodi City Jail. Visitors should enter through the jail entrance of the police department. All visitors should follow the rules, including:

• Visitors shall be subject to security checks that may include pat-down searches, warrant checks, and verification of identity.
• The inmate's minor child may visit if the child is accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Visits will not be allowed if either the visitor or inmate is intoxicated or assaultive.
• Visitors that carry contraband items into the jail may be arrested and prosecuted.
• The jailer or watch commander can allow special visits during unusual circumstances.
• Visits can be canceled in some instances, such as if there is a shortage of jail staff for the visit, medical conditions prevent the visit, or there are emergency situations in the facility.
• The prisoner's booking record will keep track of all visits, including the date, time, and employee number of the prisoner allowing the visit.

Lodi City Jail accepts professional visits by attorneys, clergy, government representatives, and medical health workers at any time, as long as the Jail's security is not compromised. These professional visitors may need to verify their identity by providing identification.

Visits may be completed at:

Lodi City Jail
215 West Elm Street,
Lodi, CA, 95240
Phone: (209) 333-6727

Court Records

Lodi City has two superior courts and a municipal court. These courts have jurisdictions over different matters. The superior courts have the jurisdiction to handle more serious crimes, such as felonies, while the municipal court has jurisdiction over ordinances and local regulations. There are also clerks of the courts to maintain court records and make the records publicly available.

Location of Courts in Valencia County

San Joaquin County Superior Court - Lodi Branch - Department L-1
Physical: 217 West Elm Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Mailing: 315 West Elm Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 992-5522 (Civil, Small Claims, Civil Harassment, Evictions)
Phone: (209) 992-5521 (Criminal)
Phone: (209) 992-5520 (Traffic, Fish & Game)

San Joaquin County Superior Court - Lodi Branch - Department L-2
315 West Elm Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 992-5522 (Civil, Small Claims, Civil Harassment, Evictions)
Phone: (209) 992-5521 (Criminal)
Phone: (209) 992-5520 (Traffic, Fish & Game)

Lodi Municipal Court
315 W Elm St
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 992-5520

Are Lodi City Court Records Public?

Lodi City Court Records are public, pursuant to the California Public Records Act. Only case records that are exempt under a state or federal law or records that have been sealed by a court are closed to the public. Some of such cases include proceedings concerning juveniles and adoption. Any person interested in obtaining copies of court records may make a request to the San Joaquin County Clerk or at the courthouse where the case was determined. Some Lodi court records are also available online.

Any person can obtain Lodi City Civil Court case records through a request to Records Management or the courthouse that heard the case. Requesters can submit their requests online, in person, or by mail. All requests should include applicable fees and should contain either the name of the parties or the case number. The Records Management of the Lodi Superior Court maintains records from 1850 till present. While some copies may have been destroyed, Records Management may provide information regarding destroyed copies. Certified copies of court records cost $40 while non-certified copies cost 50 cents per page. Requesters can call the clerk at (209) 992-5697 to schedule an appointment for an in-person request. Arriving more than ten minutes late will cancel an appointment and it would have to be rescheduled.

What are Lodi City Vital Records?

Lodi City vital records contain documentations of specific events that take place in the City, such as marriages, divorces, deaths, and births. Vital records are maintained by the state and county governments. Eligible persons can make requests for the records. The Lodi Superior Court maintains decrees for divorces within the City. San Joaquin County maintains birth, death, and marriage records, while the California Department of Public Health maintains birth, death, marriage, and divorce records. Vital records may be closed to the public in some cases.

Where and How to Obtain Lodi City Divorce Records

The Lodi City Superior Court Records Management maintains Lodi City divorce records. These records are open to the public. Certified divorce decrees cost $15 while informational copies cost 50 cents per page. Requests for Lodi divorce decrees can be made in person or by mail. In-person requesters should first book appointments by calling (209) 992-5697. The appointments can last up to 20 minutes at a time. Mail requests can be made through Form CR 109. The form should be submitted with money order or check payment made payable to "Superior Court of CA, SJC" and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail requests should be made at:

Superior Court of California – San Joaquin
Lodi Branch
315 W Elm St
Lodi, CA 95240

The California Department of Public Health also maintains Lodi divorce certificates of divorces from 1962 through June 1982. Certificates of divorce records include the names of the parties, filing date, county, and case number of the divorce. Each copy of a Lodi City divorce certificate costs $16. Requests can be made by mail and take five to seven weeks to process. Requesters need to complete the Divorce Certificate Application Form, which is also available in Spanish. Mail requests should be submitted at:

California Department of Public Health
Vital Records – MS 5103
1501 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 997410
Sacramento, CA 95899-7410

Where and How to Get Public Lodi City Marriage Records

San Joaquin County and the California Department of Public Health maintain Lodi City marriage records and make copies of the records available to eligible persons. Authorized persons can receive certified copies, while any other person can obtain informational copies. Individuals that are permitted to receive certified copies include:

• A party to the marriage or their parent or legal guardian.
• A law enforcement agent or agency conducting official business.
• A child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling, spouse, or domestic partner of a party to the marriage.
• An attorney representing one of the parties to the marriage.
• Any party authorized to receive the record by law or a court order.

The San Joaquin Recorder's Office maintains Lodi marriage records from 1851 till present. Requesters can obtain Lodi City marriage certificates through in-person or mail requests. Each copy costs $15. Requesters would need to complete the Application Form, which is also available in Spanish. Mail requests should be sent to:

San Joaquin County Recorder
P.O. Box 1968
Stockton, CA 95201
Phone: (209) 468-3939

The California Department of Public Health provides Lodi marriage certificates for marriages that occurred between 1905 till 1999 and 2008 till 2020. Each copy of a certified marriage record costs $17. Any person that wishes to make a request should complete the Application Form, which is also available in Spanish. The request should be mailed with the fees and a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

California Department of Public Health
Vital Records – MS 5103
1501 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 997410
Sacramento, CA 95899-7410

Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Lodi City

Eligible persons can obtain Lodi City confidential marriage records at the San Joaquin Recorder's Office. Only the parties to the marriage whose names are on the record may obtain copies of the record. Requesters should contact the Recorder's Office at:

San Joaquin County Recorder
P.O. Box 1968
Stockton, CA 95201
Phone: (209) 468-3939

Where and How to Find Lodi City Birth Records

Any person can obtain Lodi City birth records from San Joaquin County or the California Department of Health. Eligible persons can receive certified copies, while the general public can only receive informational copies. Persons that can received Lodi certified birth records include:

• The registrant.
• The registrant's parents or legal guardian.
• The registrant's siblings, child, grandchild, grandparent, or spouse.
• A law enforcement agency acting in official capacity.
• An attorney representing the registrant.
• Any person that is authorized by a court order or law to receive the record.

The San Joaquin Recorder's Office maintains Lodi City birth certificates from 1851 till present. Any person can obtain Lodi City marriage certificates through in-person or mail requests. Each copy costs $28. Interested persons should complete the Birth Record Application Form, which is also available in Spanish. The request should be made at:

San Joaquin County Recorder
P.O. Box 1968
Stockton, CA 95201
Phone: (209) 468-3939

Requests can also be made at the California Department of Public Health. The Department maintains records of births in Lodi City from July 1905 till present. Each certified copy costs $29. Requesters should fill the Birth Record Application Form, also available in Spanish. Mail requesters should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and money order or check payment in their request. Requests should be made at:

California Department of Public Health
Vital Records – MS 5103
1501 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 997410
Sacramento, CA 95899-7410

Where and How to Find Lodi City Death Records

Lodi City death records are available at the San Joaquin County Recorder's Office and the California Department of Health. The County Recorder's Office provides certified and informational copies, while the Department of Health provides only certified records. Any person may obtain informational copies while only authorized persons may obtain certified copies. Persons that are eligible to obtain certified copies include:

• The decedent's parents or legal guardian.
• The decedent's close relatives.
• A law enforcement agent or agency acting in an official capacity.
• An attorney representing the decedent's estate.
• The funeral director.
• Any person authorized by law or a court to obtain the record.

The San Joaquin Recorder's Office maintains Lodi death records from 1851 till present. Interested persons can make requests for copies through mail or in person. Lodi City death certificates cost $21 for each copy. Requesters need to complete the Death Record Application Form, which can also be completed in Spanish. Requests should be made at:

San Joaquin County Recorder
P.O. Box 1968
Stockton, CA 95201
Phone: (209) 468-3939

The California Department of Public Health provides certified copies of Lodi death certificates from July 1905 till present. Each copy costs $24 and it takes between five and seven weeks for requests to receive a response. Requests should be made by mail. Interested persons should complete the Death Record Application Form, with an option to complete the form in Spanish. The requests should be sent to:

California Department of Public Health
Vital Records – MS 5103
1501 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 997410
Sacramento, CA 95899-7410