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National Walk and Roll to School Day is October 8

SANTA ANA, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2025) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Department Encourages families and students to buckle up their helmets and lace up their sneakers for National Walk and Roll to School Day. This annual event celebrates the benefits of exercise and brings attention to the need for safe...

23-031615 OIS

In August of 2023, deputies were involved in an deputy-involved shooting in the unincorporated area of Trabuco Canyon. The case was investigated by the Orange County District Attorney's Office and no criminal charges were filed. The deputy involved shooting was determined to be within policy.

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National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 19-25

Parents are key to keeping kids safe behind the wheel SANTA ANA, Calif. (Oct. 20, 2025) – During National Teen Driver Safety Week, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department encourages parents and caregivers to talk with their teens about safe driving habits and the Rules of the Road before handing over...

OCSD to hold DUI checkpoint in Mission Viejo

Mission Viejo, Ca. (October 22, 2025): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, Oct. 24, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city of Mission Viejo. DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency...

17-085 Use of Force

In June of 2017, a deputy was involved in a use of force at the Central Men's Jail in Santa Ana. The use of force was determined to be outside of policy with policy violations addressed and discipline issued.

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17-155 Use of Force

In February of 2018, a deputy was involved in a use of force at the Central Men's Jail in Santa Ana. The use of force was determined to be outside of policy with policy violations addressed and discipline issued.

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18-014730 Use of Force

In April of 2018, a deputy was involved in a use of force at the Theo Lacy Facility. The use of force was determined to be outside of policy with policy violations addressed and discipline issued.

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21-010986 Use of Force

In April of 2021, deputies were involved in a use of force at the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana. The use of force was determined to be outside of policy with policy violations addressed and discipline issued.

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Orange County Sheriff’s Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

Stanton, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2025): On Nov. 8, 2025, the Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law. Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle. This includes...

Orange County Sheriff’s Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving

Mission Viejo, Calif. (Nov. 10, 2025): On Nov. 10, 2025, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law. Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle...