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Villa Park

Captain Matt Timmins serves as the Chief of Police Services for the city of Villa Park. The Sheriff's Department has provided police protection to Villa Park since long before its incorporation. The City contracts with the Sheriff's Department enforcement, traffic and criminal investigations. Villa Park has one of the lowest...

North Patrol

Captain Matt Timmins serves as the Chief of Police Services for the North Patrol Bureau. North Patrol provides police services for the more than 70,000 residents of unincorporated Orange County. Dozens of unincorporated county islands are located in Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Brea, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana, Tustin, La Mirada...

19-027419 Use-of-Force

In July of 2019, deputies were involved in a use of force while on uniformed patrol in the city of San Clemente. As a result of the use of force, the suspect sustained injuries. The use of force was determined to be within policy, but other issues were identified and addressed.

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FAQ/INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) I am a resident of a U.S. state or territory other than California; can I apply? Yes, you can apply if you plan to spend time within Orange County, California, during the next 12 months. For more details, please click the following link: Out of State...

CCW Application Process

All CCW applications must be submitted through the CCW PRO system . The application process includes a review of your submission, required documents, along with a comprehensive background and criminal history check. Required Documentation Please ensure that all required supporting documents are uploaded at the time of application. Incomplete applications...

Required Documents

Submit the following documents with your application: California Residents Valid California driver’s license or California ID card (An ID card will only be accepted if you do not possess a driver’s license from another state.) One recent color photograph (passport-style or a selfie on a well-lit white background, taken within...

20-010683 Use of Force

In March of 2020, deputies were involved in a use of force while on uniformed patrol in the city of Laguna Niguel. As a result of the encounter, the suspect sustained injuries. The use of force and actions taken by deputies were determined to be within policy.

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19-044413 OIS

In November of 2019, a deputy was involved in an officer-involved shooting in the unincorporated area of Anaheim. The case was investigated by the Orange County District Attorney's Office and no criminal charges were filed. However, the incident was determined to be outside of policy and the employment was terminated.

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Investigations

The Investigations Division is comprised of the Criminal and Special Investigations Bureau. The division is designated to investigate specific criminal actions which have occurred within the jurisdiction of the Sheriff's Department as well as supporting investigations at the local, state and federal level through cooperation with partner agencies. At the...