Commitment to the Community
Trust between the Orange County Sheriff’s Department and the people we protect and serve is key to the stability of our community and to the safe and effective delivery of policing…
Leadership
Director of Emergency Services/Operational Area CoordinatorThe Director of Emergency Services is the ultimate authority for the County and Operational Area during and after emergencies. In…
North Investigations
North Investigations consists of general criminal investigations and in-custody court liaison crimes. The seven investigators assigned to this detail are responsible for investigating crimes…
Crime Prevention
Crime Prevention specialists serve the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, and San Clemente. The goal of crime prevention is the deterrence and reduction of crime…
Medal Of Valor
Below is a highlight video shown at the Medal of Valor Ceremony on April 17, 2025.
Correctional Services Assistant Trainee Recruitment Process
Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, the more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.…
Sections
The Orange County Crime Laboratory (OCCL) provides all law enforcement agencies in Orange County, California, with forensic evidence examination and crime scene response services to recognize,…
Extra Help
Access Pay Stub Instruction (2.42 MB) Armory and Uniform Center (184.3 KB) Child Abuse Reporter (150.3 KB) EDD Withholding Notice (42.8…
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A.O.C.D.S. Benefits Flyer (158.5 KB) Access Pay Stub Instruction (2.42 MB) Armory and Uniform Center (184.3 KB) Child Abuse Reporter (150…
Aliso Viejo
Captain Ryan Buhr serves as the Chief of Police Services for the city of Aliso Viejo.Aliso Viejo contracts with the Sheriff’s Department for all law enforcement needs. The captain oversees …