If you can't find the person you wanted to sue or who owes you money, you may find the following information helpful in locating them.

If the person has moved, address a letter to him at his last known address. Several spaces below your return address, write, "Address Correction Requested. Do not Forward". The letter will be returned to you with the new address, if one is on file.

If the person you are seeking owns property, a search of the tax rolls could help you find his home or business address. The tax rolls in the Assessor's office list the names and addresses of property owners in the County by both the owner's name and by the address of the property. Locations of Assessor's offices are listed in the telephone directory under "County Government Offices."

The County Register-Recorder's Office maintains a listing of property owners by name and lists the location of the property owned. Register-Recorder's locations are listed in the telephone directory under "County Government Offices".

If the only information you have concerning the other party is a telephone number, and the number is one that is listed, the Reverse Directory will provide the address. The Reverse Directories can be found at the main library.

LOCATING A BUSINESS:

If the only address you have is a post office box, you can request the name, address and phone number of the holder of a post office box that is used for business purposes from the post office. Bring proof that the box is used for business purposes.

If the only information you have concerning the other party is a telephone number, and the number is one that is listed, the Reverse Directory will provide the address. The Reverse Directories can be found at the main library.

You may also find the following useful:

The Secretary of State's office maintains a record of the names and addresses of the officers of corporations and their agents for service. The agent for service or a corporate officer can be served with the claim in a small claims action. The fee is $5.00 for an uncertified copy and $10.00 for a certified copy per name requested. Write a letter requesting the most recent Statement of Officers on file with the Secretary of State. Submit your written request along with your check or money order, payable to the Secretary of State, for the appropriate amount. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope for the return of your information. Send to:

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS AND PARTNERSHIPS:

The County Clerk's office maintains a listing of fictitious business statements. The statement lists the names and addresses of the owners of businesses operating under a name different from the owners. Check the printout (or computer) for a listing of the business. Copy the certificate number to the left of the listing and ask the clerk to assist you in finding the certificate in the files. The certificate contains the owner's name and address.

The City Clerk's office, tax and permit division, maintains a list of the names and addresses of most persons licensed to do business in a city.

LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS:

For Limited Partnership information contact:

For more information, send a written request to: