Orange County, CA Arrests & Jail Records

Copies of arrest records may be obtained from the Orange County Sheriff's Department Office by contacting the record unit at (714) 834-6454 during business hours to confirm availability. Additionally, individuals may visit the Records Division at:

Orange County Sheriff's Department

320 N. Flower Street

Santa Ana CA 92703

The Inmate Information System on the Sheriff's portal may also provide additional details regarding arrest records.

Arrest records may be obtained from various Police Departments within the county. However, it is important to determine the town or city where the arrest occurred. Most police departments offer Public Record Requests through their online platforms. Certain fees may apply for record requests, and specific information such as the arrest date and individual's name may be required. Major Police Departments in Orange County Include:

• Orange Police Department
• Irvine Police Department
• Newport Beach Police Department
• Costa Mesa Police Department
• Santa Ana Police Department

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) collects and analyzes criminal records submitted by county and local law enforcement agencies. To obtain Orange County criminal records, requesters must submit fingerprint images and pay the California Department of Justice a $25 processing fee. Additionally, there is an Online Request Form for processing criminal records, which will be submitted directly to the Public Record Coordinator of the Attorney General's Office at:

Attorney General's Office

California Department of Justice

Attn: Public Inquiry Unit

1300 ''I'' Street

Sacramento, CA 95814-2919

In Orange County, arrest records that are not open to the public may be requested by the individual named in the record, their legal representatives, and law enforcement agencies. Additionally, insurance companies, authorized government agencies, and employers or licensing boards with the individual's consent may also access these records.

Individuals seeking arrest records for cases that led to formal charges may find them at the Orange County Superior Court, where criminal court records are maintained by the Clerk of the Court. These records may be accessed online through the Superior Court Case Access system by searching with a case number, defendant's name, or filing date. For certified copies, individuals must visit the courthouse where the case was filed and pay the required fees.

Additionally, third-party websites like InfoTracer may provide access to Orange County arrest records, offering a more convenient and faster way to search with broader access to public records.