Shasta County Recorder

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The Shasta County Recorder is the county government office responsible for recording and maintaining official real estate documents and vital records such as birth, death, and marriage certificates for Shasta County, California.

Redding, California
shastacounty.gov

About Shasta County Recorder

The Shasta County Recorder, a division of the Shasta County Assessor-Recorder’s Office, is responsible for recording and maintaining official documents related to real property, along with vital records including birth, death, and marriage certificates for Shasta County, California. The office accepts deeds, mortgages, liens, reconveyances, and other instruments that are authorized or required by law to be recorded, ensuring they are properly indexed and preserved as part of the public record. This recording system provides an unbroken chain of title and protects property owners, lenders, and the public by maintaining accurate, accessible records of ownership and other legal interests in real estate. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

A charge with a descriptor like “VCN*SHASTACOUNTYRE” is very likely tied to fees paid to the Shasta County Recorder (the “RE” suffix is consistent with “Recorder” and the department is responsible for real estate and recording-related fees). Such a transaction commonly arises when recording deeds, liens, reconveyances, or other property-related documents, paying documentary transfer taxes, obtaining certified copies of recorded documents, or ordering copies of vital records. Payments may be made in person or through online/phone payment systems that process credit or debit cards and pass the resulting card transaction to the county under an abbreviated merchant name. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder/page/recording-info-requirements?utm_source=openai))

If you have questions about this charge, start by reviewing any recent property transactions, title or escrow closings, or requests for certified copies or vital records involving Shasta County. Check closing statements from your title or escrow company, invoices from any attorney, notary, or recording service you used, and email receipts from online property or recording payments. To resolve issues, you can contact the Shasta County Assessor-Recorder’s Office directly at their Redding office, referencing the date and amount of the card transaction so staff can look up the corresponding fee or invoice. If the charge still appears unfamiliar after speaking with the Recorder’s Office and anyone who may have handled a transaction on your behalf (such as a title company or attorney), you can then work with your card issuer to dispute or block the charge while the investigation is completed. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

Bank Statement Variations

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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Shasta County Recorder.

  1. May 1, 2025 VCN SHASTACOUNTYRE 202505012 PURCHASE AUTHORIZED ON 04/30 VCN*SHASTACOUNTYRE 866-255-1857 CA S465120846991706 CARD 6787

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of transactions typically generate a Shasta County Recorder charge on my card?

Charges from the Shasta County Recorder usually come from recording real estate documents (such as deeds, deeds of trust, reconveyances, or liens), paying documentary transfer tax, or ordering certified copies of recorded documents or vital records like birth, death, or marriage certificates. Check any recent property transfers, refinances, or requests for official copies involving Shasta County to match the amount you see. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

Why does the descriptor show something like “VCN*SHASTACOUNTYRE” instead of “Shasta County Recorder”?

Many government offices use third‑party or gateway processors for card payments. In this case, the “VCN*” portion reflects the payment system, while the truncated “SHASTACOUNTYRE” identifies the underlying merchant, which corresponds to the Shasta County Recorder. The abbreviation is common on bank statements when space is limited, but the underlying payee is the county Recorder’s Office in Redding, California.

What are common fee amounts the Shasta County Recorder might charge?

Fee amounts vary by document type and page count. As of recent schedules, the Recorder charges a base fee per first page of a document, additional per‑page fees, and specific surcharges such as real estate fraud fees and state‑mandated housing fees for many real estate recordings. Certified copies and searches may carry separate fixed fees. Your exact total depends on the document type, number of pages, and any statutory surcharges that applied at the time of recording. ([deeds.com](https://www.deeds.com/recorder/california/shasta/?utm_source=openai))

How can I confirm which document or record my Shasta County Recorder charge relates to?

Start by gathering the transaction date and amount from your statement, then compare it with any escrow settlement statements, invoices from a title or escrow company, or receipts from an attorney, notary, or recording service. If it’s still unclear, contact the Shasta County Assessor‑Recorder’s Office in Redding and provide the charge date, approximate time, cardholder name, and amount; staff can often match this to a specific recording or copy order in their system. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

Can Shasta County Recorder charges be processed online or over the phone?

Yes. Shasta County departments, including offices involved with property‑related payments, support electronic payment options that allow credit/debit card or e‑check payments. When you pay this way, a convenience fee may be added by the electronic payment vendor, and the resulting card charge can appear under an abbreviated descriptor like “SHASTACOUNTYRE.” Always save the online or phone confirmation number for reference. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/faqs/all/4003?utm_source=openai))

How do I request a refund or correction of recording fees from the Shasta County Recorder?

If you believe you were overcharged or a document was recorded in error, contact the Shasta County Assessor‑Recorder’s Office as soon as possible, preferably with copies of the recorded document, your payment receipt, and your bank statement. Staff can review the transaction, verify whether fees were applied correctly under state and county fee schedules, and advise whether any corrections, re‑recordings, or refunds are permissible under law. Keep in mind that some state‑mandated fees are non‑refundable. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

Can someone else’s transaction (like my title company or attorney) cause a Shasta County Recorder charge on my card?

Yes. In many real estate transactions, a title company, escrow agent, or attorney coordinates documents with the Recorder but may use your card with your authorization to pay recording or copy fees directly. In that case, the charge appears from the Shasta County Recorder even though the paperwork was handled by a third party. Reviewing closing or service invoices from those professionals is often the fastest way to identify the exact source of the charge. ([deeds.com](https://www.deeds.com/recorder/california/shasta/?utm_source=openai))

What should I do if I don’t recognize this Shasta County Recorder charge at all?

First, verify with any co‑owners, spouse, or professionals (such as your realtor, title company, or attorney) that no recent Shasta County recording or document request was made on your behalf. If no one recognizes the transaction, call the Shasta County Assessor‑Recorder’s Office to see if they can locate a matching payment record. If it still appears unauthorized, immediately contact your card issuer to dispute the charge and request a new card number, and consider monitoring your credit and property records for any unauthorized activity involving your name or real estate. ([shastacounty.gov](https://www.shastacounty.gov/recorder?utm_source=openai))

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