Fremont Felony Records Search

Fremont felony records are maintained by Alameda County Superior Court and Fremont Police Department. All criminal prosecutions for the city go through the county court system. FPD keeps arrest reports and police records for incidents in Fremont. Alameda County Sheriff operates jails and tracks inmate status. Court searches are free online. Police reports cost $16 from Fremont PD.

Alameda County Superior Court

Fremont felony cases are handled by Alameda County Superior Court. The Fremont Hall of Justice at 39439 Paseo Padre Parkway serves the city. This courthouse handles criminal, civil, and family cases.

Search for cases using the Odyssey Portal at publicportal.alameda.courts.ca.gov. Look up by name, case number, or attorney. The portal shows case details, filing dates, charges, and hearing schedules. The search is free for basic case info.

The county also has a Criminal Record Request Portal at criminalrecords.alameda.courts.ca.gov. This tool lets you submit requests for criminal records. Web payment is available for registered account holders. Processing times vary based on the size of your request.

Call the Fremont courthouse at (510) 795-2460 for help with case searches or copy requests. The clerk's office can tell you about fees and how to get certified copies if needed.

Fremont Police Report Requests

Fremont Police Department charges $16 for police reports. This is a flat fee per report. Submit requests through the online portal. The department reviews each request to determine if the record can be released.

Include the report number if you have it. If not, provide the incident date, time, location, and names of people involved. FPD may withhold some reports for ongoing investigations or privacy reasons. The department will send an invoice for the $16 fee.

Pay online and the report is emailed to you. Processing times range from a few days to a few weeks depending on the complexity of your request. Call FPD Records at (510) 790-6860 for questions about your request or fees.

Victims of crimes may qualify for fee waivers. Ask when you submit your request. The department can tell you if you meet the criteria for a waiver.

Alameda County Jail Search

Alameda County Sheriff operates the jail system for the entire county. Use the inmate locator at alamedacountyca.gov/sheriff_app to search for people in custody. The tool is free and shows current inmates at county facilities.

Search by name or booking number. Results include booking date, charges, bail amount, and housing location. The Santa Rita Jail in Dublin is the main facility for the county. The locator shows which facility holds each inmate.

For questions about custody status or visiting inmates, contact the Sheriff's office. The jail system updates throughout the day as people are booked and released. Check back if someone does not appear right away.

Alameda County DA Office

The Alameda County District Attorney prosecutes all felonies from Fremont. The DA office works with FPD to file charges and pursue cases. Once an arrest is made, police send reports to the DA for review. Prosecutors decide whether to file charges based on the evidence.

Victims of crimes can contact DA Victim Witness Assistance for case updates and support. This service is free to victims and their families. The DA office is in Oakland at the Hall of Justice. Call for information on victim services and case status.

Legal Aid in Fremont

Bay Area Legal Aid serves Fremont residents. They offer free help to low-income people with criminal record expungements and sealing. Visit baylegal.org or call (510) 250-5270 to see if you qualify.

Alameda County Public Defender represents people who cannot afford a lawyer. If you are charged with a felony and meet income requirements, the court appoints a public defender. Call the Public Defender office for information on how to request representation.

Community groups run legal clinics on criminal records. The Fremont Public Library hosts workshops on expungements and record sealing. Check branch calendars for upcoming events.

Other Alameda County Cities

Oakland is the other major city in Alameda County with a page on this site. Both cities use the same court system and sheriff. Each has its own police department. Felony cases from all Alameda County cities go through the county Superior Court.