Community Programs/Resources

Who do I call to volunteer time for community service
 (graffiti removal, awareness programs, etc.)?

  • 1-800-NO GANGS

Who can answer my questions about drugs and gangs?

  • The Deputies assigned to the Orange County Sheriff's Department Community Programs Detail are available to answer questions related to drug use and gang involvement. They can be reached at (714)647-4133.

  • Citizens may also call 1-800-NO-GANGS to anonymously report gang activity.

How do I find out about education and awareness programs available in my area?

  • The Orange County Sheriff's Department provides the Drug Use is Life Abuse /Project: No Gangs educational programs to schools located in areas we serve. To find out what is available in your area, please call (714)647-4133.

Who can I call for drug and alcohol rehabilitation information?

  • Hotline 1-800-BE SOBER

  • Hotline Help Center 778-1000

  • Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) 549-5733

  • Self Help Alcoholics Anonymous 556-4555

  • Alcohol/Drug Abuse Services, Orange County 568-4800

  • Al-Anon/Alateen 545-1102

  • Cocaine Anonymous 650-1011

  • Marijuana Anonymous 999-9409

  • Narcotics Anonymous 776-8581

  • Nicotine Anonymous 1-800-642-0666

  • Tough Love 665-6565

Information and Referral

  • Alcohol/Drug Abuse Services, Orange County 568-4800

  • American Cancer Society 751-0441

  • American Lung Association 835-5864

  • Asian Alcohol/Drug Counseling 973-8186

  • Drug Use Is Life Abuse 647-4593

  • Latinos Alcoholism Family Center 285-1985

  • County of Orange Health Care Agency

  • Aliso Viejo 643-6960

  • Anaheim 490-5258

  • Fullerton 447-7099

  • Costa Mesa 850-8431

  • Westminster 898-3000

  • Methadone Treatment Program 834-8600

  • Vietnamese Community Center 558-6009

Assessments-Adolescent/Adult Outpatient Services

  • Agape Counseling 999-1161

  • Back In Control 538-2563

  • Break Through 957-8229

  • Care Unit/Starting Point 633-9582

  • CAPO By the Sea 1-800-237-9506

  • Charter Counseling Center, Irvine 668-9000

  • CPC 1-800-235-5570

  • Laurel House 832-0207

  • Mariposa (Women Only) 547-6494

  • Straight Talk 828-2000

  • Inpatient/Residential Services (Includes assessments)

  • CAPO By the Sea 1-800-237-9506

  • Care Unit/Starting Point 633-9582

  • Casa Del Cerro (90 day treatment) 661-1200

  • Casa Elena (Hispanic Women Only) 772-5580

  • Charter Hospital 668-9000

  • College Hospital 646-1214

  • CPC 1-800-235-5570

  • Hoag Hospital 645-8600

  • Hope House (Adult 18-30) 776-7490

  • Phoenix House 953-9373

  • Roque Center (Also known as Stanton Detox) 839-0608

  • Touchstones 639-5542

  • Tustin Hospital 838-9600

  • Unidos Recovery Home (Hispanic men only) 953-9373

Parent/Community Groups

  • California for Drug Free Youth 1-916-927-9894

  • Center for Drug Free Communities 505-4692

  • MADD 835-6233

Child Protective Services
1-800-4424918

 

Jail/Custody Information

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What are the Orange County Jail visiting hours?

Intake/Release Center at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana:

  • General population Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
    * Last sign-up to visit: 5:00 P.M.

  • Module J (Protective Custody) sectors 2,3,4,5,6,7
    Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
    Friday and Sunday 1:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.

  • Module J (Mainline) sectors 1 and 8
    Saturday 1:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
    Friday and Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.

Central Men's Jail at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana, general population:

  • Juvenile Friday - Sunday Sign-up 11:30 A.M.
    Visits 12:15 P.M. - 1:15 P.M.

  • Module A, Tanks 3 and 4 (Protective Custody)
    Friday - Sunday Sign-up 12:45 P.M.
    Visits 1:30 P.M.

  • Modules F-29,F-30 (Administrative Segregation)
    Friday - Sunday Sign-up 2:00 P.M.
    Visits 2:45 P.M.

* Inmates at the Intake/Release Center and the Central Men's Jail receive their meals from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. daily, and may refuse visits offered at these times. *

Central Women's Jail at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana

  • Friday - Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
    * Last sign-up to visit: 5:00 P.M.

James Musick Facility at 13502 Musick, Irvine
* Visitors must arrive 45 minutes prior to the visit. Visiting Time is 30 Minutes.

  • Friday - Saturday - Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

  • *Last sign-up to visit: 5:00 P.M

Theo Lacy Facility at 501 City Dr. South, Orange

  • Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.
    *Last sign-up to visit: 5:00 P.M.

How can I post bail/bond for an inmate?

  • If the inmate is a new booking and has completed the booking process or has appeared in court and has been remanded to the custody of the Sheriff, bail can be posted at the IRC Cashier's Office at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana.

  • If the inmate has been sentenced, bail cannot be posted

  • Bail/Bond information will be available approximately six hours after booking time.

How long does the release process take?

  • The average time is approximately 4 hours, but could be as little as 2, or as much as 6 hours.

How long after booking time are charges and bail information available?

  • Usually, 2 to 3 hours.

When is an inmate going to court/did an inmate go to court today?

  • call (714)647-4666.

How do I put money on an inmate's account?

  • If the inmate is housed in Santa Ana (Central Men's/Women's Jail or IRC) or Irvine (Musick) money may be placed in his/her account at the IRC Cashier's Office.

  • If the inmate is housed at Theo Lacy, money may be placed in his/her account at the Theo Lacy Cashier's Office.

How can I get some or all of an inmate's property released to me?

  • During regular visiting days and times, simply advise the Deputy at the information desk that you need a Property Release Form Complete the form in detail and return it to the Deputy who will obtain the inmate's signature. When the form is signed, the property will be brought to the information desk. You must wait until all of the above steps have been completed. If you do not wait, the property will be returned to storage and the process will begin again when you return. Only in cases of extreme emergency can it be done outside of regular visiting days and times.

When does an inmate receive Commissary/What is available through commissary?

  • Please call (714)568-5125.

 

Blood Test Results

How do I find out the results of a blood alcohol test?

  • Please call (714)834-6400

How do I find out the results of a drug test?

  • Please call (714)834-4514

 

Personnel Complaints

 

How do I make a complaint against a member of the Orange County Sheriff's Department?

  • In person complaints can be rendered at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana Room #101

  • Telephone complaints can be made by calling (714)647-1874 or (714)647-7000 after regular business hours.

Who will investigate my complaint?

  • Internal Investigations will conduct the investigation. It is best to contact them personally with your complaint, either in person, or by telephone at the above address and phone number.

If I write my complaint, why do you want to talk to me?

  • The department wants to do a complete investigation of all sincere complaints. Departmental employees are also interviewed, which can lead to a version of events that varies from what is written by a complainant. Fairness to both sides requires that involved parties and witnesses also be interviewed in an attempt to ascertain the truth. Certain facts, recollections, or evidence not originally considered by the complainant could be vital in determining the facts of the incident.

Do I have to sign anything?

  • Yes. On the back of our Personnel Complaint Form you will find an advisement. You will need to read, sign, date, and return this admonition in order for us to proceed with the investigation.

What will happen to the Departmental Employee?

  • That will depend on what, if anything, the employee did wrong. If the actions were criminal, the employee will be dealt with like any other citizen. If their behavior was improper but not criminal, the employee will be disciplined by the Sheriff to the degree warranted by the individual situation. Disciplines can range from reprimands through suspensions to termination.

Will I be informed regarding the outcome of the investigation?

  • Yes. Internal Investigations will mail you a letter within 30 days of resolution of the case (CPC 832.7).

 

Crime, Incident, Traffic Reports and Fingerprinting

How do I request a copy of a crime, incident or traffic report?

  • Report requests can be made by mail, however it may be necessary to call Sheriff's Support Services at (714)834-6454 prior to mailing the request to determine the number of pages. The cost is 15 cents per page. Please include your name, how you are involved with the case, the case number, and a check or money order for the exact amount. Mail requests to: P.O. Box 449 Santa Ana, CA, 92702, Attention: Special Services.
    If you have any questions, please call (714)834-6454

When and where do I have my fingerprints taken?

  • Fingerprints can be taken at the following locations: 320 N. Flower St., Santa Ana from 8:00 A.M. - 5.00 P.M. Monday through Friday (except holidays) 11 Journey Aliso Viejo from 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday (except holidays)
    The cost is $10 for first card and $1 for each additional card. Please bring a valid picture I.D. and the exact change.
    If you have any questions please call (714)834-6454 or the Santa Ana office or (949) 425-1800 at the Aliso Viejo office.

  • For fingerprinting via Live Scan, please call (714) 834-6460 for an appointment.

 

Case Status

 

Who do I call to find out the status of a case currently under investigation 
by the Sheriff's Department?

  • South Orange County: (714)249-5200

  • North Orange County (Villa Park/Unincorporated areas): (714)647-7083

  • West Orange County (Stanton): (714)891-2481


General Law Enforcement-Related Information

 

Where can I check for an outstanding warrant?

  • Please call (714)834-6472.

Can I make a phone report?

  • It is the policy of our Sheriff to contact every victim of a crime in person. If you are not available at the time of the incident, a deputy will respond to your location another time, at your convenience.

My car has been towed. How do I find out where it is being stored?

  • You will need to obtain the license plate number or VIN and call (714)647-7000. The Desk Officer will be able to tell you where it was towed, and why.

My neighbor always parks in front of my house. Can he do that?

  • Yes, as long as he is legally parked and it is a public street.

Will you do a welfare check?

  • Yes. You will need to provide us with the telephone number of the residence and your telephone number if you would like to be contacted regarding the disposition of the welfare check. For welfare checks please call (714)647-7000

What is the law regarding car seats for children?

  • Children up to 20 pounds must ride facing the rear of the vehicle in an approved child restraint seat. Children 20 to 40 pounds and up to 4 yrs. of age must ride in an approved car seat.

How can I get a restraining order?

  • Restraining orders are issued by a Superior Court Judge. If you would like additional information regarding restraining orders please call (714)973-0134

What is the legal blood alcohol limit?

  • Adults - 0.08%

  • Juveniles - 0.05%

  • Zero Tolerance: below 21yrs.0.01%

  • Any blood Alcohol level or drug level if it impaires your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

How long may I park a vehicle on a public street without moving it?

  • 72 hours

Is it legal to carry pepper spray?

  • Yes. It is legal to carry pepper spray without a permit for defense purposes only.

Business Licenses

  • Businesses Licensed by the Sheriff's Department

  • Bingo Games

  • Bingo Official

  • Canvasser/Solicitor

  • Coin Dealer

  • Dance Instructor

  • Dance Studio

  • Escort

  • Escort Bureau

  • Figure Model (Nude)

  • Figure Model (Studio)

  • Gun Dealer

  • Interlocutrix (Nude)

  • Introductory Service

  • Junk Collector

  • Junk Dealer

  • Massagist

  • Peddler

  • Pool Room

  • Public Bath/Massage Parlor

  • Public Dance

  • Rap Session (Nude)

  • Secondhand Dealer

  • Taxicab Stand

What number do I call for business license-related information?

  • For Mission Viejo, Dana Point, Lake Forest, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, and unincorporated areas please call (714)647-1868

Who do I call to register a fictitious business name?

  • The County Clerk (714)834-3006

Who do I call to obtain a resale permit?

  • State Board of Equalization (714)558-4051

Who do I call for zoning permits?

  • Environmental Management Agency (714)834-2626

Who do I call for a food permit?

  • Environmental Health Care Agency (714)667-3600

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