Long Beach Felony Records
Long Beach felony records come from Los Angeles County Superior Court and the Long Beach Police Department. All criminal cases for the city are processed through the county court system. LBPD keeps arrest reports and police records for crimes in Long Beach. LA County Sheriff tracks custody status for inmates. Court searches are available online for a fee. Police reports cost $29 but victims get free copies.
Long Beach Felony Records Quick Facts
Los Angeles County Handles Long Beach Cases
Long Beach is part of Los Angeles County. All felony cases from Long Beach are heard in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The nearest courthouse is in Long Beach at 275 Magnolia Avenue. This location handles criminal, civil, and family cases.
Search for cases using the county's online portal at lacourt.org. The system covers all felonies from 1980 forward and misdemeanors from 1988. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. Registered users get cheaper rates after the first 10 searches.
Documents cost $1 per page for pages one through five and 40 cents per page after that. The fee caps at $40 per document. Search results show the case number, filing date, charges, and court location. From there you can view dockets and request copies of filings.
The Long Beach courthouse also has a clerk's office where you can get help with case searches in person. Call (562) 491-6000 for courthouse information. Staff can guide you through the process and answer questions about fees and processing times.
Long Beach Police Report Requests
Long Beach Police Department charges $29 for police reports. Victims of crimes get free copies. Visit the LBPD report request page at longbeach.gov to start the process.
Submit requests through the online portal. The city uses NextRequest to handle public records requests. Include the report number if you have it. If not, provide the incident date, time, location, and names of those involved. LBPD 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 you an invoice if fees apply. 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 LBPD Records at (562) 570-7381 if you have questions about your request or fees. If you were a victim of a crime, tell the department when you submit your request. They will waive the $29 fee for victim copies.
LA County Jail Custody Search
Los Angeles County Sheriff operates the jail system for all of LA County including Long Beach. Use the Inmate Information Center at app5.lasd.org/iic to search for inmates. The tool is free and shows current custody status.
Search by name or booking number. Results include booking date, charges, bail amount, and facility location. For 24-hour inmate info, call (213) 473-6100. This line provides custody status and basic details over the phone.
The booking log at app5.lasd.org/bklog shows recent arrests. Journalists and researchers seeking booking data must complete a declaration form. Mail it to the Discovery Unit at 4900 S. Eastern Ave Suite 210, Commerce, CA 90040.
For public records requests about arrests or bookings, contact the PRA Unit at (323) 890-5050 or email PRArequest@lasd.org. The Sheriff's Records Bureau can be reached at (562) 345-4441.
LA County DA Prosecution
The Los Angeles County District Attorney prosecutes all felonies from Long Beach. The DA office has a branch in Long Beach that works with LBPD and other local agencies. Once an arrest is made, police send reports to the DA for review.
Prosecutors decide whether to file charges based on the evidence. If charges are filed, the case goes through Superior Court. Victims can contact the DA Victim Services for case updates and support. This service is free.
Visit da.lacounty.gov for more info on the DA office and victim resources. The website has FAQs and contact numbers for different divisions.
Legal Aid in Long Beach
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles serves Long Beach residents. They offer free help for low-income people facing criminal charges or needing expungements. Visit lafla.org or call their intake line to see if you qualify.
The Los Angeles County Public Defender has an office in Long Beach. If you are charged with a felony and meet income requirements, the court appoints a public defender. Call the Long Beach office for info on how to request representation.
Community groups in Long Beach offer legal workshops on criminal records. The Long Beach Public Library hosts events on expungements and sealing records. Check branch calendars for upcoming sessions.
Other LA County Cities
Los Angeles and Glendale are also in LA County. All three cities use the same court system and sheriff. Each has its own police department that keeps local arrest records. Felony cases from all LA County cities go through the same Superior Court portals and processes.