Law enforcement officers in California make approximately 1,055,600 arrests each year, with at least 3,600 of those arrests occurring within Sutter County. The California Public Records Act (CPRA) grants the public access to records from state and local agencies. However, certain records are exempt from disclosure. They include records of adoption proceedings, domestic violence cases, ongoing investigations, and information that may violate an individual's right to privacy. Access to these records is limited to authorized parties, including individuals named in the records, their attorneys, local law enforcement, the District Attorney's Office, and police agencies within the county.
Arrest records may be obtained from several government agencies in the county. They include the office of the sheriff, the county Superior Court Clerk's Office, local Police Departments, and the California Department of Justice.
The Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and related information. To request these records, query parties may reach the office directly at:
1077 Civic Center Boulevard
Yuba City, CA 95993
Phone: (530) 822-7307
Sutter County's arrest records may be attained by contacting the municipal police department with jurisdiction over the area where the arrest occurred. Providing specific details such as the date, location of the arrest, and the name of the individual involved may facilitate the search process. Some departments offer online platforms for accessing arrest records. Record seekers may check the respective department's website for such services before making an in-person request. Underlisted are major police departments in Sutter County:
The California Department of Justice (DOJ) collects and maintains criminal history records and arrest information from law enforcement agencies statewide. Individuals interested in obtaining copies of their records must submit fingerprint images via Live Scan. Note that the office charges a $25 processing fee for handling requests. Additionally, the Live Scan service provider may impose a separate fingerprint rolling fee, which varies by location. For assistance, contact the DOJ's Criminal Records Review Unit at (916) 227-3838.
For arrest records resulting in felony charges, interested persons may contact the Sutter County Superior Court Clerk's Office. The Sutter County Superior Court provides an online portal to view case information and scheduled hearings and to purchase copies of documents. This portal is available for current cases and completed cases dating back to 2008. Alternatively, third-party websites like InfoTracer provide a cost-effective alternative for accessing arrest records, with advanced search options.
The arrest rate in the county is 5,418 per 100,000 people. The following are other figures related to arrests made in the county:
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Murder and Non-negligent Manslaughter | -- |
| Negligent Manslaughter | -- |
| Robbery | -- |
| Rape | -- |
| Aggravated Assault | -- |
| Simple Assault | -- |
| Arson | -- |
| Sex Offenses | 26 |
| Drug Offenses | 84 |
| All Other Offences | 625 |
| Total Crimes Against Persons(Violent Crimes) | 483 |
| Total Crimes Against Property | 279 |
| Total Number of Arrests | 3,647 |
Source: California Department of Justice
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City Police Department | 1545 Poole Boulevard | (530) 822-4661 |
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Leo Chesney Correctional Facility | 2800 Apricot Street | 530-695-1846 |