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Testing and Orientation Dates
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Reserve Deputy Testing Testing begins promptly at 6:00 a.m. Applicants are requested to arrive by 5:30 a.m. in appropriate physical training attire. Testing consists of a pre-screen, written exam, physical agility test, and an oral board interview. Testing takes several hours, please plan to be onsite all day. 2026 Testing...
Six Points for Kids
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Six Points For Kids (SPFK) is an employee-driven program of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD). SPFK was conceived and started by front-line deputies to give back to children and teens in our local community. The goal of SPFK is to equip kids for success. It achieves its mission by...
Hate Crimes
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It is the right of every person regardless of race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation, to be secure and protected from fear, intimidation, and physical harm caused by the activities of violent groups and individuals. All reported cases of hate crimes are fully investigated by the Sheriff's Department...
North Operations
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North Operations, based at Sheriff’s Headquarters in Santa Ana, is responsible for patrol services in the north Orange County unincorporated areas and contract police services for the cities of Yorba Linda , Stanton , and Villa Park . North Operations is responsible for specialized law enforcement functions including the Security...
Request a…
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Backgrounds - LE Agencies Backgrounds (Employment, Military) : Email your request at leabackgrounds@ocsheriff.gov . If you need to reach us, please call 714-834-6456. Blood Alcohol Test Result Breath Alcohol Test Result CCW Radio System Quality Report Report (Crime, Incident, Traffic) Report Request - LE Agencies : Email your request at...
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On Sunday, February 1, 2026, an inmate who was housed at the Central Men’s Jail died while in custody. The decedent, Arthur Manzo, was in custody for PC 422 (Criminal Threats) and PC 417.4 (Brandishing a Firearm). The decedent’s manner and means of death are awaiting final determination following an independent autopsy and toxicology.
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On Saturday, February 7, 2026, an inmate who was housed at the Theo Lacy Facility died while in custody. The decedent, Dennis Gomez, was in custody for PC 594 (Vandalism) and PC 186.22 (Criminal Street Gang Enhancement). The decedent’s manner and means of death are awaiting final determination following an independent autopsy and toxicology.
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On Sunday, February 22, 2026, an inmate who was housed at the Theo Lacy Facility died while in custody. The decedent, Edson Israel Rosasmedrano, was in custody for VC 10851 (Vehicle Theft) PC 496c(a) (Possessing/Receiving a Stolen Vehicle) and PC 148 (Obstructing Resisting a Peace Officer). The decedent’s manner and means of death are awaiting final determination following an independent autopsy and toxicology.
Resources During a Disaster
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Event News & Information Public Information Map iFrames are not supported on this page. View Larger Map Airport Fire Debris Flow Planning Click here to access the Airport Fire Debris Flow resources webpage. Hi-Lo Siren Some of the Sheriff's Department's patrol units are now equipped with a new siren feature...
