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Clallam County Arrest Records

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Clallam County, WA Arrest Records

What are Clallam County Arrest Statistics?

Clallam County had 2,164 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 859.60 per 100.000 population which is by 16.32% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 60 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Asotin and county Benton it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 2,164Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 859.60Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 60Violent crime arrests

Clallam County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Clallam is larceny/theft - 373 arrests followed by burglary - 177 and aggravated assault - 36 arrests.

  • 373Larceny/Theft
  • 177Burglary
  • 36Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Clallam County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 20.06% lower.

Clallam County Crime Rate from 2004-2017

Clallam County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 21-30 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 81-90 years old.

Clallam County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Clallam County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Clallam county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Clallam county police reports, Clallam county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Clallam county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Clallam county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Clallam County Mugshots

Clallam County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Clallam county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Clallam county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Clallam county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Clallam County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Clallam county, Washington with a total number of 44 employees - 3 female, 33 male officers and 8 civilians. Clallam County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is WA0050000, it belongs to the Pacific division in the West region with a region code of Region IV.

  • Agency Name: Clallam County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Washington
  • City: Port Angeles
  • Type: County
  • Address: 223 E. 4th Street, Suite 12
  • Phone Number: 360-417-2459
  • Fax: 360-417-2498
  • Email: zblockwatch@co.clallam.wa.us
  • Website: http://www.clallam.net/Sheriff/

Police Departments in Clallam County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Forks Police Department500 E Division St(360) 374-2223
Port Angeles Police Department321 E 5th Street360-452-4545
Sequim Police Department152 W. Cedar Street(360) 683-7227

Clallam County, WA Jail and Inmate Records

CLALLAM County has 116 jails with an average daily population of 627 inmates with a total of 128 jail population. When breaking down the CLALLAM County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 20% with 25 female and 96 male inmates.

  • 116Jails
  • 128Prisoners
  • 271 %Jail Rate

How Does Clallam County Inmate Search Work?

Clallam County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Clallam county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Clallam County Booking

Clallam county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Clallam county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Clallam county booking records without any type of permission .

Clallam County Jail

  • Agency Name: Clallam County WA Corrections Facility
  • State: WA
  • City: Port Angeles
  • Type: County
  • Address: 223 East 4th Street, Suite 20
  • Phone Number: 360-417-2458
  • Fax: 360-417-2498
  • Email: sheriff@co.clallam.wa.us
  • Website: http://www.clallam.net/sheriff/corrections.html

Prisons and Jails in Clallam County

NameAddressPhone
Clallam Bay Corrections Center (CBCC)1830 Eagle Crest Way360-963-2000
Clallam County Juvenile Detention Facility1912 West 18th Street360-417-2282
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