Garden Grove Felony Records

Garden Grove felony records are maintained by Orange County Superior Court and Garden Grove Police Department. All criminal cases for the city go through the county court system. GGPD keeps arrest reports and police records for crimes in Garden Grove. Orange County Sheriff operates jails and tracks custody status. Court searches are free online through the Vision portal. Police reports may have fees that apply through the online reporting system.

Orange County Superior Court

Garden Grove felony cases are handled by Orange County Superior Court. The West Justice Center in Westminster serves Garden Grove. The Central Justice Center in Santa Ana also hears cases from the city.

Search for cases using the Vision portal at visionpublic.occourts.org. Look up by name, case number, or citation. The system shows criminal and traffic cases with details on charges, filing dates, and hearing schedules. The search is free.

Government Code section 68152 requires the court to keep felony records for at least 75 years. Misdemeanors have shorter retention periods of five years for general cases. If you need older records, contact the court clerk to ask if the file still exists.

Traffic citations may not appear in the online system for up to 21 days from the date the ticket was issued. Copy requests are filled within seven to 10 business days. Mail a request form to the courthouse with a check for fees. Do not send cash.

Garden Grove Police Report Requests

Garden Grove Police Department handles report requests through an online reporting system. Fees may apply based on the type of record you need. Visit the GGPD Records Division page at ggcity.org to learn about the request process.

Submit your request through the online portal. Include the report number if you have it. If not, provide the incident date, time, location, and names of people involved. GGPD reviews each request to see if the record can be released.

Some reports may be withheld for ongoing investigations or privacy concerns. The department will send an invoice for any fees. 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 GGPD Records at (714) 741-5704 for questions about your request or fees. Victims of crimes may qualify for fee waivers. Ask when you submit your request.

Orange County Jail Custody Search

Orange County Sheriff operates the jail system for all county cities. Use the inmate information system at apps.ocsheriff.gov 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 facility. The main jail facilities are in Santa Ana. The booking log is updated throughout the day as people are processed.

For VINE victim notification, call (800) 721-8021. This service alerts you when an offender is released from custody. Register online at vinelink.com or by phone. The service is free.

Orange County DA Office

The Orange County District Attorney prosecutes all felonies from Garden Grove. The DA office works with GGPD 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 Services for case updates and support. This service is free. The DA office is at 401 Civic Center Drive West in Santa Ana. Call for information on victim assistance and case status.

Legal Aid in Garden Grove

Legal Aid Society of Orange County serves Garden Grove residents. They offer free help to low-income people with criminal record expungements and sealing. Visit legal-aid.com or call (800) 834-5001 to see if you qualify for services.

Orange 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. Local libraries host workshops on expungements and record sealing. Check branch calendars for upcoming events.

Other Orange County Cities

Other cities in Orange County include Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, and Huntington Beach. All use the same court system and sheriff. Each has its own police department. Felony cases from all county cities go through the Superior Court.