Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department

Category: County government office in Santa Ana, California

Address: 601 N Ross St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA

Phone: +17148342500

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Julie Tracy

Jul 16, 2022

I was able to locate the information that I needed quickly with their assistance. Excellent Customer Service!

Tannie Duong

Nov 5, 2021

One of the best experiences I've ever had visiting a government office. Got my official birth certificate in less than 20 minutes. Literally, there wasn't even a wait time. Got in early by 9 or 10 am 2 weeks ago, and there wasn't a line. They are actually really nice in the office too. Someone approached me directly when they noticed I was confused and offered assistance -- I've never had that happen before. This office is top-notch. Fast, efficient, and courteous. I wish all dmv, passport, and US postal office places operated in the same fashion.

Alexander Olson

Aug 31, 2021

Went in at 8AM on a Tuesday to get a certified copy of my birth certificate and was out in about 15 minutes. The check in process was quick and easy and I was helped within a few minutes. It was simple and efficient. They suggest filling out the online application for records as that speeds things up a bit; however, they also have many computers there to fill out the application.

Yaneck

Jul 16, 2021

This is truly the first time I give a 5 star review to a government service. I came to obtain birth certificates for my children. I was greeted at the entrance and directed to fill out a form at the computer station. Then I was asked to sit and I barely had time to sit down when I was called to the window. I received the certificates within 2 min. Awesome experience!

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Questions & Answers

Where can I get birth certificate?

Charles Vasquez | Aug 21, 2018
aln Hua | Aug 20, 2020

Can I get the birth state certificate online.

What do I need to bring to get my birth certificate

Jimmy Robinson | Aug 21, 2018
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

You may order an authorized copy of a birth certificate in person from our office. A valid government-issued photo ID is needed along with a form of payment. Payment can be made by cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order, Discover, American Express, MasterCard/Visa Credit and Debit.

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How do I get a copy of my children’s birth certificate

Nanci Terry | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

If the child was born in Orange County, please visit http://www.ocrecorder.com/services/records/birth for more information. You can also visit our office and be sure to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a form of payment. Payment can be made by cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order, Discover, American Express, MasterCard/Visa Credit and Debit.

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Where could I get the court final judgement certified copy?

Steve Lin | Aug 21, 2019
Katherine Schwenke | Aug 21, 2019

From the courthouse at the Lamoreaux Justice Center located at 341 The City Dtive 7th floor clerks office.

Can I get a birth certificate from any county or does it have to be an orange county hospital?

Angelica Rosales | Aug 20, 2021
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2021

If the person is born in Orange County. He/she may visit https://ocrecorder.com/services/vital-records for more details on the options.

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where do i go for fictitious bissiness name

Marty O'Neal | Aug 21, 2019
Amarjit Kaur | Aug 20, 2020

Address

Can I get a death certificate at this location?

Jodi Good | Aug 21, 2018
Christoper Jepsen | Aug 21, 2018

Right across the street at 630 N Broadway, Santa Ana

how can i get the copy divorce paper

Stephanie Ho | Aug 21, 2018
Ron Fenney | Aug 21, 2018

Divorce Decrees are held by the court in the City of Orange. The Lamoreaux Justce Center. 341 The City Drive Orange CA, 92868

Where do I get a copy of my home title

Karen Vo | Jun 21, 2022
Syreeta Hart | Jul 21, 2022

601 N. Ross Street 92701

How can I get the home title

Karen Vo | Jun 21, 2022
Out & About | Jul 21, 2022

411 for info

Where can i get a copy of my marriage certificate and divorce

Mb Gram | Apr 22, 2022
Noemi Romero | Apr 22, 2022

Marriage? Perhaps the Old Court House. Divorce? Family Court in Orange

I would like to record A trustee recording adding my son to my property can I do it in person

American Default | Feb 21, 2022
Diana Saldana | Feb 21, 2022

Yes and only if he's over 18 years of age

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good morning . is your office in santaana office open? for in person services

Josefina Ontiveros | Oct 24, 2021
Shayra Martinez | Oct 24, 2021

Yes

What is required for a Canadian Pastor to officiate a wedding in Orange County

dan soucier | Aug 20, 2021
Michael R | Aug 20, 2021

Not sure, I do know my son officiated a wedding with a one day permit he got from state. I would call clerk recorder office and ask.

How do I get a copy of my marriage license sent to me in Northern CA?

Peggy Diaz | Aug 20, 2021
Out & About | Aug 20, 2021

try the oc.recorder.com website

Where do I go to receive a copy of a divorce decree in Orange County?

Julia Manning | Aug 20, 2021
Merry Sgarlata | Feb 21, 2022

I need a copy of a marriage certificate

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Do they renew passports

Longino Flores | Aug 20, 2021
Trevor Scott | Aug 20, 2021

Yes they are now doing passports

Still open for walk-in??

Ale López | Aug 20, 2021
Ramon Lopez | Aug 20, 2021

Yes , of course you just need a mask.

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Does the birth certificate is the same as the original one or just a temporary one?

Tien Nguyen | Aug 20, 2021
Carlo Zalameda | Aug 20, 2021

Yes. It is certified copy by the County. You can use it for any business you need it for.

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how do i get a copy of my divorce papers i live in Sacramento, divorced in SA

Elizabeth Trujillo | Aug 20, 2021
Trevor Scott | Aug 20, 2021

Probably through the California Superior Court website but I maybe wrong

Which department in Orange County to I contact for a Marriage record in Huntington Beach,CA from 1989?

Jeanne Harriman | Aug 20, 2021
Carlo Zalameda | Aug 20, 2021

OC Clerk-Recorder, Santa Ana Office.

What can I do to add a second last name to my son's birth certificate?

Martina Gonzalez | Aug 20, 2021
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2021

Hello, Thank you for your inquiry to the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department. Please contact the Superior Court system to complete a court ordered name change. The court order can then be sent to the California Department of Public Health to amend the birth certificate. Court information can be found at occourts.org. For instructions on amending the birth certificate after receiving a court order, please visit cdph.ca.gov.

Will your office be open monday

Latonya King | Aug 20, 2021
Hyunsuk Kim | Aug 20, 2021

Yes.

I live in North Carolina and I misplaced my birth certificate, is there a way I can get one without me having to go all the way to California just for my papers?

janahi gasga | Aug 20, 2021
Briley Miller | Aug 20, 2021

If you go to the county website, I believe there are forms you can fill out and an extra fee you pay to have them mailed to you.

Is there a passport office open on the same building..like the one in Anaheim...thank you

Ezequiel Hernandez | Aug 20, 2021
V S | Aug 20, 2021

No

how much is it to get certified birth certificate? and if I dont have a photo ID can I take a parent to show their ID since they are on my birth certificate?

michelle lopez | Aug 20, 2021
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2021

Birth is $28. (More fees can be viewed here: https://www.ocrecorder.com/sites/ocrecorder/files/2020-09/Fee_Schedule_2020_with_Fee_Increase_Notice.pdf). Only authorized individuals may receive a certified copy of a birth, death, or marriage record. Please click the following link for a list of authorized individuals: https://cms.ocgov.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=115771

Hello, to get a certified copy of birth, do you deliver it immediately? oh I have to wait. Thanks

esther garcia | Aug 20, 2021
Donna D | Dec 23, 2021

Can i get a certified copy of birth here or do i need to go to LA? I was born in 1954

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Can I record quit claim deed at your location

Ernest Ramirez | Aug 20, 2020
Kat E E | Aug 20, 2020

Yes but there is a fee.

do I need to make an appointment to pick up my marriage Certificate?

Arianna Licon | Aug 20, 2020
Sharlen Campbell | Aug 20, 2020

Are you referring to getting a marriage license? Or have you already gotten married? If not married, you need to make an appointment to get the marriage license, which you must do online. If you're married, have returned your signed marriage license to the County Registrar, and it's been more than 10 days since you returned your signed license, then go online, complete the form for a Marriage Certificate and either mail it to the County Registrar w/$15 or walk it in, pay $15 for each Marriage Certificate you'd like.

I need to get a copy of my son’s birth certificate I have all his info but no ID OR DL for him and I need this before he is released from prison. How do I go about getting it I know his DL # and social

A Google User | Aug 20, 2020
Alex Wong | Aug 20, 2020

On the OC Recorder page it says the ID is for the one that is purchasing the birth Certificate. Not for the person on the certificate. A valid government-issued photo identification (I.D. must be for the individual purchasing the record.)We do not accept expired identification. However since you are buying the certificate for someone else you may need the sworn affidavit of being an authorized person or prove you relationship to the individual. You can find what you need here https://www.ochealthinfo.com/phs/about/epidasmt/bd/cert_copies

What do I need to get a copy of my marriage license

Dink Kordek | Aug 20, 2020
Amber Fazlurrehman | Aug 20, 2020

You go online to request it and then when you go in, you'll need your ID as well as payment. Your request is good for 30 days

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Can I get my son's birth certificate even if he was born in Los Angeles

Jennifer Blas | Aug 20, 2020
Billy Le | Aug 20, 2020

Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department only have Orange County birth records.

Is OC recorder processing FBN applications now???

Aaron Black | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Please visit https://www.ocrecorder.com/services/fictitious_business_name for more information.

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I need to add a person to the title of my house, which form I need to use? and the procedures I need to follow?

Mary Zamarripa | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Please visit our site at https://www.ocrecorder.com/forms for more information on the forms. You may want to consult with an attorney for further clarification. Questions? Call (714) 834-2887 to speak to a document examiner.

Do they give the birth certificate that same say ?

Viri Vega | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Nov 23, 2021

You may fill out the application first and walk in to one of the available Clerk-Recorder offices to retrieve the birth certificate. https://cr.ocgov.com/vitaldocs/

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Can I get our Marriage license, if we can remember the exact year it was when we applied?

Sharon Henegar | Aug 20, 2020
Monica Valentine | Nov 23, 2021

I got married in Chicago Illinois, is it possible to get a copy of my marriage certificate here in Orange County?

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Trying to get a certified copy for my birth certificate through the mail. Where do I mail my request from to? The request form shows 2 different addresses.

Nichole Van Keulen | Aug 20, 2020
Rachel Garcia | Aug 20, 2020

Either one, the P.O Box is sufficient, If your sending fed ex or ups then you need to use the street address. Hope this helps

Where do I search to find the price of a home sold in the past five years? Also, this property had a reverse mortgage [before the sale], where can I find what that amount was?

DC Henderson | Aug 20, 2020
Christi Carl | Aug 20, 2021

You can find everything you need at the Hall of Records that is if it has been recorded. Everything is on Microfilm and Tapes. They have a machine and review them. It helps if you know what your looking for. If it is property that you looking for information on. You can also ask a realtor they have an amazine log of recoreds that are seperate from the Hall of Records. It all depends on what it is that your looking for. There are several ways, but the easiest way is to go on line look up the address or the owners name on line. You can order copies on line and view them immediately. Otherwise you can go to the office in Santa Ana, and fill out the form with the document number that you want a copy of. You can also view the copies no charge on line. It is easier to go to the office to view them, but if you dont want to deal with that you can go on line and look everything up. Remember that the online search is limited to 3 years per search.

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Can we order death certificate on line and have it mailed to us?

WENDY MOWDY | Aug 20, 2020
Maria Hernandez | Aug 20, 2020

Yes see vitalchek is an independent service

How much is it to get a copy of you’re birth certificate?

chris figueroa | Aug 20, 2020
H Bennett | Aug 20, 2020

$28.00 each.

If I want to add my last name to my son who do I have to call??

Karla Dominguez | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Karla, In order to complete a legal name change you will need to file a petition and obtain an order from the Civil Division of the Superior Court. Feel free to visit the Superior Court website at https://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-namechange.htm for further information. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

Am I able to get a certified copy of my birth certificate with just a ssn? I don’t have other forms of identification.

Juan Carlos | Aug 20, 2020
Maria Hernandez | Aug 20, 2020

No you need a picture ID it has to be valid ID or the persons who are able to get it for you are your parents or brother and sister or grandparents.

Born i Kern County and need an official Copy of my birth certificate in order to even obtain a government issued ID?I only have a copy of my birth certificate and it was insufficient for DMV records.What should I do if Ican't travel to Kern County?

Mario Saavedra | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Mario, We suggest you contact the county in which you were born in, for further assistance on your request. They may have a mail in option. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

How do I get a copy of my divorce certificate for my I’d?

Dorothy Korte | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Hello Dorothy, we do not maintain divorce records at our office. If you got divorced in Orange County you need to contact the Superior Court of California - County of Orange. You can get more information at this website: http://www.occourts.org/

Where do I go exactly to get copy of divorce decree from copy from 2002. Can I order it online?

Debbie E | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Debbie, Please know the Clerk-Recorder Department does not maintain divorce records. To obtain divorce record information in Orange County, you will need to contact the Superior Court of Orange County - Family Law Court/Divorce Records Office at (657) 622-6069 or visit their website at www.occourts.org. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

How long does it take for death certificate, if there was no autopsy?

Evelina Nishizawa | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Evelina, When a death occurs in Orange County, copies of the death certificate are usually available through the Clerk-Recorder Department about 30 days after the date of death. Copies needed within 30 days of death may be obtained through the Orange County Health Care Agency. Visit our website at www.ocrecorder.com to see how to order a death certificate in person or by mail. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

How do I move the address fo my DBA? It was recorded last May and I am moving my office. Thank you

Fred Provencher | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Hello Fred, Please know if your business information has changed, you will need to file an FBN statement reflecting the change of your business. The fee is $23.00. For your information, you will need to publish your new filing with a adjudicated newspaper. You can file your FBN statement with our office, either in person or by mail. You can view our online application, instructions, locations and hours of operation by visiting our website at www.ocrecorder.com. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

Do you have recirds of students becoming medicsl assistants

Silvia Aj | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Hello Silvia - Unfortunately we do not compile that type of information. Perhaps a licensing board at the state level may have that information for you. I would check with the Medical Board of California to see if they compile this type of information. Here is their website address: https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Licensees/Physicians_and_Surgeons/Medical_Assistants/

If my husband and I were on the note that was recorded to pay us back a loan that our nephew borrowed against his house. They have sold the house without informing us while the sale was in effect.Is there any recourse on the return of our money ?

Rosie Stoops-Juarez | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Rosie, We suggest you seek legal advice from an attorney or a title company on your question as they would have more information and would be able to offer legal advice. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

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Can I get a copy of single status affidavit here?

Andy Lam | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Andy, Yes, you can get a Single Status Certificate from our office for $15.00 a copy in person or by mail. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

Can I get my daughter birth certificate even if she was born in Los Angeles

Michelle Reyes | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Hello Michelle, Our office maintains birth records for births occurring in Orange County. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

What will I do to change the last name of my daughter which I put in the father's last name but we were not married. He is now married to another woman. I want to put her last name to my maiden name.

Yoly Tuadles | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Legal name changes are done through the court system. Feel free to contact the Superior Court of California - County of Orange, for further information on your request.

Is this where you go to get your kids birth certificate? and what do i need in order to get one?

Catalena Keener | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Yes, our office has birth records for births occuring in Orange County. Please be sure to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and a form of payment. Payment can be made by cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order, Discover, American Express, MasterCard/Visa Credit and Debit.

Can I obtain a living trust and will that was filed by my aunt who lived in Garden Gove, CQ

Carolyn Givens | Aug 20, 2020
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

You would have to know the document number of each document in order for us to get you a copy. You can also search by name on our online grantor/grantee index to see if any documents have been recorded under your aunts name. You can visit OCRecorder.com to conduct an online search.

Is this where I return my journal?

Barb Read | Aug 20, 2020
David Cabrera | Aug 20, 2020

Hello Barb. You can drop off your journals at any of our locations in Santa Ana, Laguna Hills or Anaheim. Please visit OCRecorder.com for exact address of each location.

I CAME HERE AS A REFUGEE AND I DONT HAVE A BIRTH CERTIFICATE. HOW DO I GET A LETTER STATING THAT I DONT HAVE A BIRTH CERTIFICATE IN ORDER TO PROCEED WITH MY APPLICATION FOR CITIZENSHIP? BOTH PARENTS ARE NATURALIZED US CITIZENS

toan le | Aug 21, 2019
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Unfortunately, the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department only maintains records for births that occurred in the County of Orange, California. You may want to contact the agency that granted you refugee status to get the letter that you are in need of.

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Can you file for an amendment of birth record to reflect a court ordered name change here or do you need to mail it into the state office?

Toby Pullen | Aug 21, 2019
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

For more information on how to amend a vital record, please visit the California Department of Public Health website at www.cdph.ca.gov.

How much is the copy

Ellen Pesqueira | Aug 21, 2019
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Fees for copies of vital records are as follows: Birth Certificate $ 28.00 Death Certificate $ 21.00 Marriage Certificate $ 15.00

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What do I need to bring for a birth certificate for passport?

David Borden | Aug 21, 2019
Chris Lundin | Aug 21, 2019

For a Passport you need birth certificate proof of identity e.g. drivers license ID card you're social security number do not need the card just the number and a check for US Department of state and can be obtained at the old orange county courthouse across Broadway at civic center drive. (red brick building) For birth certificate I believe it's only you're ID I'm not too sure about that but it can be obtained in Room 106 at 12 civic center plaza

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how can i get a copy of marriage certificate from anaheim

Dr Murray's Office | Aug 21, 2019
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

You can request a copy of your marriage certificate in person or by mail. To request a record in person, visit our office with a valid government-issued photo ID for a form of payment. Payment can be made by cash, personal check, cashier's check, money order, Discover, American Express, MasterCard/Visa Credit and Debit. To request a certificate by mail, please download the Vital Record Request Form from our website, complete the information, have the form notarized, and mail it with a check or money order to the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department, 601 N. Ross Street, Santa Ana, 92701.

i lost my son birth certificate.how can i get a copy?

Pharasy Ty | Aug 21, 2019
Katherine Schwenke | Aug 21, 2019

Mail in a request with a check. They have a form you get online to fill out. Or you can go in person.

How do I get record of divorce for genealogy?

Susan Minegar | Aug 21, 2019
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Susan, Please know the Clerk-Recorder Department does not maintain divorce records. To obtain divorce record information in Orange County, you will need to contact the Superior Court of Orange County - Family Law Court/Divorce Records Office at (657) 622-6069 or visit their website at www.occourts.org. Thank you, Orange County Clerk-Recorder

Where I can get copy of divorce papers

theresa cervantes | Aug 21, 2018
Gerry Arriaga | Aug 21, 2018

Go to the old courthouse in Santa Ana

How much is it to marry by law does anyone know

Gabriela Mendoza | Aug 21, 2018
Ron Fenney | Aug 21, 2018

I believe the fee is $61 for a public marriage license, and $66 for a private marriage license

Is this where a couple gets married by law

Gabriela Mendoza | Aug 21, 2018
Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department | Aug 20, 2020

Yes, you can obtain a marriage license and have a civil wedding ceremony performed at our office. For your convenience, appointments are accepted but not required. Online applicants are given priority, appointments can be made using our website. Walk in applicants are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Afternoons and Fridays are the busiest times.

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