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Information Management
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The Information Management Bureau consists of eight separate units: Central Warrant Repository (CWR) is a 24/7 operation, responsible for maintaining data in the Automated Warrant Service System (AWSS) for all active warrants issued by all Orange County Courts. CWR provides warrant related support to local/state/national law enforcement agencies, the Orange...
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Citizens' Academy
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2026 Citizens’ Academy The application period for the 2026 Citizens' Academy is now closed. About the Citizens' Academy The Orange County Sheriff’s Department offers a county-wide Citizens’ Academy once per year. The Citizens’ Academy is a 9-week informational series designed to give Orange County residents an inside, in-depth look at...
CPRA Request Guidelines
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Guidelines for Making a California Public Records Act (CPRA) Request Reports and other documents requested without a subpoena, court order or specific statutory authority will be treated as a request made under the California Public Records Act (CPRA). Many of the Sheriff’s records may be exempt from disclosure under the...
Resources Before a Disaster
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Are You Prepared for All Hazards? When a natural or human-caused disaster strikes Orange County, residents may be required to be self-sufficient for up to 5 days or more before help or assistance arrives. By personally preparing, volunteering, and learning about your community's hazards, you can help ensure that you...
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Resources After a Disaster
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Virtual Local Assistance Center (VLAC) Assistance Pets and Animals Emergency Animal Evacuation information Disaster Loss Webpage Disaster Loss – How to Claim a State Tax Deduction Unemployment Benefits Property Loss Tax Relief County of Orange Assessor - Calamities Insurance Assistance Legal Aid Food Assistance Health Housing and Rental Assistance EDD...
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FAQ/INFORMATION
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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: Non-Resident Instructions...
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Required Documents
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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...
