DANA POINT, Ca. (Sept. 10, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Monday, Sept. 14, deputies will focus their efforts on drivers that are talking, texting, using an app or any other action on their phone...
SANTA ANA, Ca. (October 19, 2018) - Please see the link below to a video of Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens providing a statement regarding the use of force that occurred in Stanton on August 19, 2018. View PDF
SANTA ANA, Ca. (Aug. 14, 2020): While many of us have been staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is reminding everyone who needs to drive to do so while sober.“The dangers of drinking and driving are very real,” said Orange County Sheriff’s Department Sgt...
With Black Friday right around the corner, we know you'll be staying up late to hunt for deals! Before you head out, take a look at these holiday shopping safety tips from OCSD to keep you and your family safe. Driving: • Park in a well-lit area • Keep your...
SANTA ANA, Ca. (Aug. 20, 2018) - As we enter the final stretch of summer spending time at the pool or barbequing with friends and family, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is driving home the importance of celebrating responsibly by not driving, or riding a motorcycle, impaired. View PDF
San Juan Capistrano, Ca.(May 23, 2025), The Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.
Dana Point, Ca. (May, 31, 2025): Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra officers on patrol Monday, June 2, in the City of Dana Point looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders.
Lake Forest, Ca. (June 7, 2025): Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra officers on patrol Monday, June 9, in the City of Lake Forest looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders.
San Clemente, Ca. (June 4, 2025): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OC Sheriff) will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, June 6, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city of San Clemente.
San Clemente, Ca. (June 19, 2025): Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra officers on patrol Monday, June 21, in the City of San Clemente looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders.