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Speeding Catches Up With You: Slow the Fast Down

SANTA ANA, Calif. (July. 03, 2026) – This July and beyond, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department encourages drivers to follow the speed limit and “slow the fast down.” During the month of July, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers who are speeding...

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

LAKE FOREST, Calif. (July 4, 2026)- The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra officers on patrol Monday, July. 6, 2026 in the City of Lake Forest looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcycle riders. The top primary crash factors for motorcycles are unsafe speed, improper turning, right-of-way...

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Backgrounds - LE Agencies Backgrounds (Employment, Military): Email your request at leabackgrounds@ocsheriff.gov. If you need to reach us, please call 714-834-6456. Blood Alcohol Test Result Breath Alcohol Test Result Business License CCW Radio System Quality Report Report (Crime, Incident, Traffic) Report Request - LE Agencies: Email your request at learecordchecks@ocsheriff.gov...

Inmate Mail

Inmates are permitted to send and receive unlimited correspondence. The only exception is when there is reasonable cause to justify limitations for reasons of public safety or facility order, or to prevent violation of state or federal law. All incoming/outgoing mail is subject to search prior to being delivered. Facility...

Orange County Sheriff’s Department and ABC Agents Arrest One Suspect for Furnishing Alcohol to Minors

SANTA ANA, Calif. (Jun. 27, 2026) – Orange County Sheriff’s Department and agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) arrested one suspect on April 23, 2026 for furnishing alcoholic beverages to minors. The operation was conducted in Yorba Linda, and 25 subjects were contacted in total. ABC...

Airport Fire Debris Flow

Public Information Map iFrames are not supported on this page. Please utilize the interactive mapping above to familiarize yourself with potential evacuation areas and the resources below to learn more on how you can prepare. How to prepare for storms in fire burned areas How to prepare for storms in...

Movement Preparation

Ankles-Hips-Shoulders Starting Position: Left knee bent at 90 degrees, with foot flat on the ground. Right knee is on the ground with foot flexed and arms down at your side. Lean forward slightly and raise hands to back of head, with palms facing forward. Twist to the left, pause, twist...

Resources During a Disaster

GKN Aerospace HazMat Incident Small Business Administration customer service representatives are on hand at the following Business Recovery Center to answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process, and help each individual complete their application. Walk-ins are welcome, but in-person appointments can be scheduled in advance at...

OC Sheriff releases Critical Incident Video

LAGUNA HILLS, Calif. (July 7, 2025): Today, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department released a Critical Incident Video depicting the deputy-involved shooting that occurred on May 10, 2025, in Laguna Hills, Calif. The Critical Incident Video is available for viewing at https://youtu.be/ihbmhUvlIHY. In order to foster greater public trust with the...

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: Non-Resident Instructions...