History
In 1934, the Orange County Board of Supervisors, in conjunction with the 13 incorporated cities within Orange County, created the Orange County Communications Department to provide the citizens of…
NEWS RELEASE Distracted driving enforcement planned for Yorba Linda
YORBA LINDA, Ca. (Dec. 13, 2019) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing.View PDF
Black Friday Safety Tips
Here's some safety tips to keep you and your family safe while shopping this Black Friday: Park your vehicle in well-lighted areas. If you are an early morning Black Friday shopper, be sure to…
Orange County Sheriffs Museum Education Center
The Orange County Sheriff's Museum & Education Center preserves and shares the rich history of the Orange County Sheriff's Department, fosters an understanding of the role law enforcement has…
NEWS RELEASE OC Sheriff Homeless Outreach Team assists with sheltering 161 people during first year of service
SANTA ANA, Ca. (January 10, 2020) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Department Homeless Outreach Teams assisted with sheltering 161 people in temporary and permanent housing through various resources…
NEWS RELEASE The Sheriffs Department Working to Curb Distracted Driving
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Ca. (Sept. 15, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Friday, Sept. 18, deputies…
Take Me Home Program
What is Take Me Home?Take Me Home is a regional program hosted by the Orange County Sheriff's Department to assist law enforcement in making contact with those who have a medical…
Special Enforcement Bureau
Established in 2008, the Special Enforcement Bureau consists of highly trained law enforcement personnel providing the following specialized services on a 24-hour basis: Special Weapons…
Sheriffs Department responds to OC Grand Jury report on deaths in jail
SANTA ANA, Ca. (June 25, 2018) - The care and custody of inmates is one of the top priorities of the Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD). OCSD operates one of the largest jail systems in the…