Find Public Records in Kern County, California
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Kern County, California - General County Info
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General information about Kern County
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Population: 734,846 Area: 8,142 sq. miles County Seat: Bakersfield |
Area Code(s): 661 805 760 559 619 Time Zone: Pacific |
Kern County is located in California's central valley. With a land mass of 8,163 square miles, it is the third largest county in the state by size. The county seat is Bakersfield, a city of agricultural and oil-producing industries. With a population of 365,000, Bakersfield is the 9th most-populated city in California. Kern County leads all other California counties in oil-production, boasting 78% of active oil wells and 71% of total oil output. The county is also rich in minerals. The largest open pit mine in the state is located there and yields the compound borax, used in detergents and cosmetics. [1] Agribusiness also drives the Kern County economy; grapes, almonds, citrus, carrots, and pistachios are top commodity crops. [2] More than half of the carrot production in the state is from this county. [3] Kern County is bordered by Kings County, Tulare County, and Inyo County to the north, San Bernardino County to the east, Los Angeles County, Ventura County, and Santa Barbara County to the south, and San Luis Obispo County to the west. To find public records from this county, take a look at our comprehensive directory of sources below.
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California Court Records and other Resources
Links to state and local court records, general California court information, directory of courts, and online resources for courts in California.
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Kern County Court Directory
Directory of court locations in Kern County, California. Includes local links to searching court records, dockets, legal research, self help, and more.
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Property Search and Mapping
Search for Kern County property records and parcel maps by parcel number or address. Results include assessed values, tax bills, and issued building permits.
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Assessor
Kern County Assessor
1115 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301 Phone: (661) 868-3485 |
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Recorded Document Search
Search for Kern County recorded land documents by name, document number, document date, or document class.
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Recorder of Deeds, Birth, Death and Marrriage Records
Kern County Recorder
1655 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Phone: (661) 868-6400 |
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Inmate Search
Search for Kern County inmate records by inmate number or name. Details include inmate name, inmate number, date of birth, housing location, arrest date and time, bail amount, anticipated release date, hearing information, booking information, and charges.
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Sheriff's Office and Jails
Kern County Sheriff's Office, Detentions Bureau
1350 Norris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308 Phone: (661) 391-7500 |
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Kern County Census Information Summary
Kern County statistics for population, ethnicity, housing, geography and businesses. From the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Fictitious Business Names Search
Search for Kern County fictitious business name (fbn) filings by business name, date, or file number.
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Unclaimed Property
Search for Kern County unclaimed monies by company name or last name.
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GIS Mapping
Search interactive Kern County GIS map for property tax and assessment records. Search by parcel number, address, or intersection. Map also provides zoning, flood plains, parks, trails, schools, soils, and more.
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Election Results
View Kern County election results from 2000 to present.
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Polling Place Locator
Search for your Kern County polling location, and view sample ballots, districts, and representatives by address.
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Vote By Mail Status
Search for Kern County vote by mail status by name, birth date, and house number.
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Sex Offender Registry
Search and map sex offenders in any California County. Details include offender name, photo, address, known aliases, physical description, date of birth, offenses, and risk assessment.
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Tax Sale
View Kern County tax sale information and available properties.
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Agendas, Minutes, Videos
view Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting agendas, minutes, and videos from 1997 to present, or search minutes archive by keywords.
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Contact Info
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Marriage Licenses
View requirements for obtaining a Kern County marriage license as well as a listing of local wedding officiants.
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Property Tax Search
Search for Kern County property tax billing and payment records by Assessor's tax number, file number, bill number, or address. Payments may be made online.
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Voter and Election Information
View information about Kern County voter registration, voting by mail, military and overseas voting, and upcoming elections.
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Inmate Search
Search Kern County inmate records through Vinelink by agency and offender ID or name. Details include offender name, date of birth, offender ID, custody status, reporting agency, current location, and scheduled release date.
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Government Jobs
View Kern County government job openings and employment information.
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County Code
Search or view Kern County municipal code, codified through ordinance number G-8368, passed December 11, 2012.
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Bids and Requests for Proposals
View current Kern County bids and requests for proposals.
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County Mapping and Survey Information
View Kern County maps and survey information including road and corner records, parcels, case, survey, tract and zone maps.
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Registered Sex Offenders
Search for registered sex offenders living in Kern County by city, address or name. Details include name, photo, aliases, registration number, physical description, address, offenses, and conviction dates.
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Power to Sell Properties
View Kern County tax-default properties subjected to the "Power to Sell."
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Heath Inspections
Search Kern County health inspection reports including food facilities, water systems, public pools and spas, hazardous materials, hotels and motels, body art, and solid and medical waste. Search by facility name, location, or inspection type.
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records
View information about ordering Kern County birth, death, and marriage certificates by mail or online.
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Supervisor District Lookup
Search for your Kern County Supervisor district information by address.
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Building Permit Status
Search for the status of Kern County building permits by permit number.
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Recorded Map Search
Search Kern County recorded maps by map type, book, and page.
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Campaign Finance Documents Search
Search for Kern County campaign finance statements by period ending, last name, committee, or key word.
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Voting Precinct and District Maps
Search interactive Kern County GIS map for voting precincts and districts.
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Library Databases
Search Kern County library databases including full-text newspaper, magazine, journal, and encyclopedia articles, and genealogy resources. Home access to these databases is available with your library card and PIN.
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County-Owned Property Sales
View Kern County surplus county-owned properties available for sale and bidding information.
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Contact Info
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Delinquent Taxes and Tax Sales
Kern County Treasurer - Tax Collector
1115 Truxtun Ave., 2nd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Phone: (661) 868-3490 |
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Most Wanted Persons
View Kern County Sheriff's most wanted persons. Details include name, photo, physical description, case number, and charges.
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Most Wanted Escapees
View information about and photos of Kern County Sheriff's most wanted escapees.
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Crime Mapping
Search interactive crime maps of Kern County.
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Veterans Registry
Search Kern County veterans registry by name. Details include name, year of birth, and branch of service.
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Live Board Meetings
View live broadcasts of Kern County Board of Supervisors meetings.
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State of the County Addresses
View videos and text of past Kern County Board of Supervisors State of the County Addresses.
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