DNA Testing Escondido, CA
DNA Testing Escondido, CA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing at local testing centers in Escondido, CA and surrounding areas. Our Escondido, CA DNA Testing Centers use certified DNA collection specialists and Nationally Accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing which will ensure the highest accuracy for DNA test results. DNA Testing Centers in the Escondido, CA area are located within minutes of your home or office.
860 W VALLEY PKWY STE 150 0.5 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
555 E VALLEY PKWY STE 3 0.8 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
2185 CITRACADO PKWY 1.5 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029
740 NORDAHL RD STE 131 2.2 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92069
120 CRAVEN RD STE 101 4.7 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
400 CRAVEN RD 4.9 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
16950 VIA TAZON 6.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92127
1595 GRAND AVE STE 109 6.7 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
577 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD STE 102 STE 102 7.0 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
902 Sycamore Ave Ste 201, 8.2 miles
Vista, CA 92081
15615 POMERADO RD 8.6 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
15611 POMERADO RD 8.6 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
15611 POMERADO RD Ste 525 8.6 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
11895 AVENUE OF INDUSTRY 8.9 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92128
3257 Camino De Los Coches Ste, 9.3 miles
Carlsbad, CA 92009
958 POSTAL WAY STE 6 9.8 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
840 TOWNSITE DR 10.6 miles
VISTA, CA 92084
1855 LOTUS CT 10.7 miles
CARLSBAD, CA 92011
5810 El Camino Real Ste A 10.9 miles
Carlsbad, CA 92008
130 CEDAR RD STE 200 12.4 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
2000 WESTWOOD RD 12.4 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
4171 OCEANSIDE BLVD Ste 109 12.6 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92056
10605 SCRIPPS POWAY PKWY STE C 12.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92131
354 SANTA FE DR 12.8 miles
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
351 SANTA FE DR STE 210 12.8 miles
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
4002 VISTA WAY 13.0 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92056
3910 Vista Way Ste 106 13.1 miles
Oceanside, CA 92056
10737 CAMINO RUIZ STE 140 14.5 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92126
2122 S EL CAMINO REAL STE 100 14.8 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92054
2804 ROOSEVELT ST 15.5 miles
CARLSBAD, CA 92008
585 Arthur Ave 15.6 miles
Oceanside, CA 92057
10243 GENETIC CENTER DR 15.7 miles
San Diego, CA 92121
10350 Barnes Canyon Rd Ste 200 16.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
7590 MIRAMAR RD STE C 16.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92126
1430 Division St 17.2 miles
Vista, CA 92081
9888 GENESEE AVE 18.0 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
4510 EXECUTIVE DR STE 107 18.3 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
10666 N TORREY PINES RD 18.3 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
9300 CAMPUS POINT DR 18.4 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
PO BOX 2798 19.1 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92088
9620 CHESAPEAKE DR STE 104 19.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
5575 RUFFIN RD STE 100 19.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
5575 RUFFIN RD STE 230 19.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
1116 S MAIN AVE 19.9 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92028
624 E ELDER ST 20.2 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92028
7370 OPPORTUNITY RD STE G 20.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92111
9745 PROSPECT AVE STE 100 20.7 miles
SANTEE, CA 92071
7995 ARMOUR ST 21.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92111
4510 VIEWRIDGE AVE OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE BUSINESS OFFICE 21.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
7930 FROST ST STE 406 22.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
8008 FROST ST STE 106 22.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
7901 FROST ST 22.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
4647 ZION AVE FL 1 22.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
3737 MORAGA AVE STE A206 22.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92117
2020 Genesee Ave 2nd Floor 23.0 miles
San Diego, CA 92123
1625 E MAIN ST STE 203 23.5 miles
EL CAJON, CA 92021
1625 E MAIN ST STE 100 23.5 miles
EL CAJON, CA 92021
5525 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 601 23.8 miles
La Mesa, CA 91942
8090 PARKWAY DR 24.0 miles
LA MESA, CA 91942
4490 FANUEL ST 24.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92109
3505 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 208 24.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
2815 CAMINO DEL RIO S Ste 1A 24.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
2667 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 100H 24.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
5103 Garfield St, 24.4 miles
La Mesa, CA 91941
5333 MISSION CENTER RD STE 100 24.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
31515 Rancho Pueblo Rd Ste 104, 24.9 miles
Temecula, CA 92592
200 W ARBOR DR 25.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
330 LEWIS ST STE 100 25.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
27625 JEFFERSON AVE STE 101 25.7 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
3969 4TH AVE STE 302 25.9 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
3930 4TH AVE STE 200 26.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
28991 OLD TOWN FRONT ST STE 104 26.5 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
820 Jamachard Dr Ste 103 26.5 miles
El Cajon, CA 92019
29738 RANCHO CALIFORNIA RD STE B 27.0 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92591
300 FIR ST 27.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
27699 Jefferson Ave Ste 109, 27.6 miles
Temecula, CA 92590
41750 WINCHESTER RD STE N 27.9 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
41715 WINCHESTER RD STE 101 28.0 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
1370 ROSECRANS ST 28.5 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92106
250 MARKET ST 28.5 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
250 PROSPECT PL 29.7 miles
CORONADO, CA 92118
2400 E 4TH ST 29.9 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
1000 EUCLID AVE STE B 30.3 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
25285 MADISON AVE STE 101 30.7 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
408 W 8TH ST 30.8 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
25500 MEDICAL CENTER DR 30.8 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
25405 HANCOCK AVE STE 106 30.8 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
25405 HANCOCK AVE STE 101 30.9 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
102 MILE OF CARS WAY 31.6 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
88 E BONITA RD STE E 32.6 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
891 KUHN DR STE 111 32.9 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91914
525 3RD AVE Second Floor 33.3 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
480 4th Ave Ste 101, 33.5 miles
Chula Vista, CA 91910
374 H ST. STE 103 33.6 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
435 H ST 33.6 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
36485 INLAND VALLEY DR 33.8 miles
WILDOMAR, CA 92595
36320 INLAND VALLEY DR STE 307 34.1 miles
WILDOMAR, CA 92595
1111 BROADWAY STE 305 35.2 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
910 S EL CAMINO REAL 36.7 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672
24581 DEL PRADO STE G 37.0 miles
DANA POINT, CA 92629
4650 PALM AVE FL 1 37.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92154
654 CAMINO DE LOS MARES 38.8 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
647 CAMINO DE LOS MARES STE 108 STE 158 38.8 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
425 DIAMOND DR STE 104 39.3 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530
31712 Casino Dr Ste 7b, 39.3 miles
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
2520 CACTUS RD STE C 39.5 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92154
27168 NEWPORT RD STE 1 39.5 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92584
29798 HAUN RD STE 207 39.6 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92586
31571 CANYON ESTATES DR STE101 39.8 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92532
32241 CAMINO CAPISTRANO STE A105 40.1 miles
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
28400 MCCALL BLVD 41.6 miles
SUN CITY, CA 92585
3853 W STETSON AVE STE 100 42.4 miles
HEMET, CA 92545
1001 S STATE ST 42.8 miles
HEMET, CA 92543
1525 W FLORIDA AVE STE D 43.8 miles
HEMET, CA 92543
1031 E LATHAM AVE Suite 3 44.1 miles
HEMET, CA 92543
27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 45.1 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
1695 S SAN JACINTO AVE STE A 45.5 miles
SAN JACINTO, CA 92583
1695 S SAN JACINTO AVE STE J 45.7 miles
SAN JACINTO, CA 92583
25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 46.0 miles
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
25431 CABOT RD STE 118 47.3 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23962 ALICIA PKWY 48.3 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
2224 MEDICAL CENTER DR 48.5 miles
PERRIS, CA 92571
2226 MEDICAL CENTER DR Ste 101 48.7 miles
PERRIS, CA 92571
61 ARGONAUT 49.2 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 49.3 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 49.4 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 49.6 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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Important Information (Beware)
Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.
Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Escondido, CA DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example, if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.
Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests
When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which ensures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test ensure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.
Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise
Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.
Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.
Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.
To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291
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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes
- Birth Certificate Modification
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Adoption
- Wills/Insurance
- Immigration
DNA Paternity Testing
A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.
When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.
DNA Immigration Testing
DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, Maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.
What is a DNA test?
A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us contains different DNA makeup however, parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing an oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.
How to schedule a DNA Test?
It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.
How long does it take for DNA test results?
Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available within 3-5 business days.
On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing
We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)
More DNA Testing FAQ
What is paternity?
Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.
What is DNA testing?
DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.
How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?
The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.
Are the results admissible in court?
Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.
Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?
The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.
How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?
It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.
Are the paternity test results confidential?
Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).
How does DNA paternity testing work?
DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.
What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?
There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:
- peace of mind
- family medical concerns
- child support
- custody
- adoption
- citizenship/immigration
- inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
- crime scene analysis (forensic testing)
Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?
No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
DNA Testing
DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.
Types of DNA Tests
- Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
- Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
- Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
- Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
- Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.
Applications of DNA Testing
- Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
- Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
- Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
- Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.
Advantages of DNA Testing
DNA testing provides several benefits:
- Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
- Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
- Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.
Limitations and Ethical Considerations
Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:
- Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
- Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
- Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.
In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.
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Local Area Info: Escondido, California
Escondido (/??sk?n?di?do?/ ES-k?n-DEE-doh) is a city located in San Diego County's North County region, 30 miles (48 km) northeast of downtown San Diego. The city occupies a shallow valley ringed by rocky hills. Incorporated in 1888, it is one of the oldest cities in San Diego County. The city had a population of 143,911 in the 2010 census.
The Escondido area was first settled by the Luiseño, who established campsites and villages along the creek running through the area. They named the place "Mehel-om-pom-pavo." The Kumeyaay migrated from areas near the Colorado River, settling both in the San Pasqual Valley and near the San Dieguito River in the southwestern and western portions of what is now Escondido. Most of the villages and campsites today have been destroyed by development and agriculture.
Spain controlled the land from the late 18th century to the early 19th century, and established many missions in California to convert the indigenous people. When Mexico gained its independence from Spain, the local land was divided into large ranchos. Most of what is now Escondido occupies the former Rancho Rincon del Diablo ("Devil's Corner"), a Mexican land grant given to Juan Bautista Alvarado (not the governor of the same name) in 1843 by Governor Manuel Micheltorena. Alvarado was a Regidor of Los Angeles at the time, and the first Regidor of the pueblo of San Diego. The southern part of Escondido occupies the former Rancho San Bernardo, granted in 1842 and 1845.