Special Operations is comprised of three separate bureaus: Special Enforcement Bureau (SWAT section/Hazardous Devices Unit/Tactical Arrest Team/Crisis Negotiators Team/Canine Services/Grants) Mutual-Aid Bureau Air Support Bureau In the event of an incident or disaster, members of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will provide much of the first response. It is crucial...

The success of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is not just from the efforts of one individual, or even a few, but the hard work and dedication of all of its members. The Sheriff’s Executive Command and staff support the mission of the Sheriff’s Department and work to maintain a...

The Strategy, Accountability, Focus, and Evaluation (S.A.F.E.) Division reviews, enhances, and creates Department policies, improves safety through compliance with all mandates, and reduces liability. It produces statistical reports, analyzes trends, and assists injured employees in their recovery and return to work. It investigates alleged misconduct by Department employees, conducts operational...

We are excited to offer two teen academies in the summer for young adults, ages 16 to 18. The Teen Academy is a five-day intensive workshop designed to be a fun, hands-on experience for young adults to learn about the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. Teens will learn about the training...

Event News & Information Current Status as of March 27, 2025: No Known Large-Scale Emergencies At this moment, there are no known large-scale disasters impacting our community. Local authorities continue to monitor conditions and are prepared to act swiftly if the situation changes. Public Information Map View Larger Map Airport...

The Computer Forensics Detail conducts forensic examinations on all forms of digital media seized during criminal investigations. Digital media includes computers, cell phones, PDA’s, flash media, CD’s, DVD’s, DVR’s and a variety of other devices capable of storing electronic data. The primary role of this unit is to conduct examinations...

The Sheriff Department’s Technical Investigations Unit conducts special investigations which often require the use of advanced surveillance equipment and tactics, resource networking, and undercover operations. They perform threat assessments and threat management regarding threats against Orange County employees. The team also monitors subjects in the Armed Prohibited Persons System (APPS)...

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...

The Sheriff Department’s Highway Interdiction Team (HIT) was formed in 2008 to disrupt and dismantle Drug Trafficking Organizations’ (DTO) transportation of illegal narcotics into and through Orange County. The team is comprised of three full-time deputies with K-9 partners. The team works hand in hand with the Sheriff’s Narcotic Teams...

The Special Investigation Bureau (SIB) is designed and administered to deter, investigate and suppress all violations of law related to narcotics, vice/human trafficking, and gang related crimes. The bureau’s captain is administratively responsible for the day-to-day operations. SIB is divided into multiple components; Gang Enforcement, Narcotics, Vice/Human Trafficking, Technical Investigations...