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Recording a Deed or Document in San Joaquin, CA
San Joaquin (population 762,148) records real-property documents through the San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (Recorder Division). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
San Joaquin recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (Recorder Division)
- Recording fee
- $14.00 (increasing to $16.00 effective July 1, 2025 per county notice); check current fee schedule PDF for confirmation first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+Real Estate Fraud fee $8.00 per title; SB2/AB1466 fees may apply per document type)
- Mailing address
- Office of the County Recorder, 44 N. San Joaquin Street, Second Floor, Suite 260, Stockton, CA 95202
- Phone
- (209) 468-3939
- Checks payable to
- San Joaquin County Recorder-County Clerk
- Electronic recording
- Available via Simplifile
Formatting note: Standard CA cover sheet/re-recording requirements apply (Gov Code 27201/27361.6)
Can you e-record in San Joaquin?
Yes. San Joaquin accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
How to record a document in San Joaquin, California
- Prepare the document so it meets San Joaquin formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit electronically through Simplifile, or by mail to San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (Recorder Division) at Office of the County Recorder, 44 N. San Joaquin Street, Second Floor, Suite 260, Stockton, CA 95202.
- Pay the recording fee ($14.00 (increasing to $16.00 effective July 1, 2025 per county notice); check current fee schedule PDF for confirmation first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+Real Estate Fraud fee $8.00 per title; SB2/AB1466 fees may apply per document type)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to San Joaquin standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, e-record it through the county’s approved network, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
San Joaquin recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in San Joaquin?
The San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (Recorder Division) charges $14.00 (increasing to $16.00 effective July 1, 2025 per county notice); check current fee schedule PDF for confirmation first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+Real Estate Fraud fee $8.00 per title; SB2/AB1466 fees may apply per document type), with checks payable to San Joaquin County Recorder-County Clerk. Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in San Joaquin?
Yes. San Joaquin accepts electronic recording through Simplifile, so a properly formatted document can be recorded the same or next business day without mailing paper.
Where do I send documents for recording in San Joaquin?
Mail recordings to San Joaquin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk (Recorder Division): Office of the County Recorder, 44 N. San Joaquin Street, Second Floor, Suite 260, Stockton, CA 95202 ((209) 468-3939).
Can Jurably record my document in San Joaquin for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, e-records it through the county’s approved network, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the San Joaquin recorder in person.
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