MAGAZINE CAPACITY
The CCW license does not define magazine capacity, just the firearm model, serial number, and caliber. If the magazine and firearm are legal to possess in the State of California, and the…
AB 48 Use of Force Reporting for Unlawful Assemblies Protests and Demonstrations
To ensure accountability and transparency with our community, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department provides detailed reports on any use of force involving unlawful assemblies, protests, or…
Cellular Site Simulator
On May 23, 2023, the Orange County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the acquisition and use of cellular site simulation technology by the Sheriff's Department. Please refer to the…
May 1980 Lonnie Raymond Thomas
On May 1, 1980, a Shell Oil company worker was checking water lines for leaks when he discovered human remains down a small hill adjacent to one of the oil wells. The oil worker notified…
Deputy arrested for sexual assault of inmate in Orange County Jail
SANTA ANA, Calif. (Oct. 30, 2025): Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Leobardo Martinez Garcia, 29, has been arrested for suspected sexual assault of a female inmate. The Department became aware of…
Miscellaneous Information
Proof of Corrections: Proof of Corrections may be signed off at Aliso Viejo City Hall , Police Services, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Applicant Fingerprints: Ink rolled fingerprints and…
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…
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…