Mission Statement
REGINA ALCOMENDRAS, SANTA CLARA COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER:
The Santa Clara County Clerk-Recorder’s Office is the custodian of the community’s life events. With integrity, respect and an everlasting commitment to world class customer service, it is our mission to preserve and provide accurate records of birth, death, marriage, business functions, and real property documents.
REGINA M. ALCOMENDRAS, COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER
As County Recorder, the Clerk-Recorder's Office records or files authorized documents and maps, collects transfer tax and other fees, and registers all births, deaths, and public marriages occurring within Santa Clara County. Once recorded or filed, the documents and certificates are made available for examination by interested parties. Exact copies are issued upon request.
As County Clerk, the Clerk-Recorder's Office issues marriage licenses, performs marriage ceremonies, and registers confidential marriages. As County Clerk, this office also performs services related to filing of Fictitious Business Name statements, filing of Notary Bonds, registration of professional agents and similar services