The Sourcebook to Public Record Information is the comprehensive guide to over 20,000 government agencies including county courts, county recording offices, state agencies and federal courts. Profiles include access procedures, access restrictions, fees, Internet addresses, phone numbers, street addresses and more. Replaces The Guide to Background Investigations
Naturally I haven't sat down to read it cover to cover but, google notwithstanding, I still turn to this book for answers and ideas. After which I typically turn back to google able to make better use of it.