Riverside Felony Records

Riverside felony records are kept by Riverside County Superior Court and Riverside Police Department. All criminal cases for the city go through the county court system. RPD maintains arrest reports and police records for incidents in Riverside. The county sheriff operates jails and tracks inmate status. Online portals let you search court cases for free. Police reports are available through LexisNexis for a fee.

Riverside County Superior Court

Riverside felony cases are handled by Riverside County Superior Court. The Historic Courthouse in downtown Riverside at 4050 Main Street serves the city. This location handles criminal, civil, and family cases.

Use the free online portal at epublic-access.riverside.courts.ca.gov to search for cases. Almost all cases from July 1994 onward are available. Misdemeanors from some courts start in September 1993. Look up by name, case number, or attorney.

The portal shows case details, charges, filing dates, and hearing schedules. Documents cost $1 per page for the first five pages and $0.50 per page for each additional page. The fee caps at $50 per document. This applies to copies you download or request by mail.

Call the Riverside courthouse at (951) 777-3147 for help with case searches or copy requests. The clerk's office can guide you through the process and answer questions about fees. Some records may be sealed or restricted from public view.

Riverside Police Report Requests

Riverside Police Department uses LexisNexis to handle crash and accident report requests. Visit the RPD Records Bureau page at riversideca.gov to learn about the process.

Fees vary based on the type of record you need. Crash reports are sold through LexisNexis at buycrash.lexisnexisrisk.com. Other police reports may be requested through the department's public records portal. Include the report number or incident details when you submit your request.

RPD reviews each request to determine if the record can be released. Some reports are withheld for ongoing investigations or privacy reasons. The department will send an invoice for any fees. Pay online and the records are emailed to you. Processing times vary based on the complexity of your request.

Call RPD Records at (951) 826-5700 for questions about your request or fees. Victims of crimes may qualify for fee waivers. Ask when you submit your request.

Riverside County Jail Inmate Search

Riverside County Sheriff operates jails across the county. Use the inmate locator at jimspub.riversidesheriff.org to search for people in custody. The tool is free and shows current inmates at all county facilities.

Search by name or booking number. Results include booking date, charges, bail amount, and housing facility. The main jails are Robert Presley Detention Center, John J. Benoit Detention Center, and Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility. Call the Sheriff at (951) 955-2400 for general information.

Facility phone numbers are Robert Presley at (951) 955-4500, John Benoit at (760) 863-8252, and Larry Smith at (951) 922-7300. Call these numbers for questions about visiting inmates or custody status.

Riverside County DA Office

The Riverside County District Attorney prosecutes all felonies from Riverside. The DA office works with RPD and other local police to file charges. 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 to victims and their families. The DA office is in Riverside at the Hall of Justice. Call for information on victim assistance and case status.

Legal Aid in Riverside

Legal Aid Society of Riverside County offers free help to low-income residents. They assist with criminal record expungements and sealing. Visit their website or call to see if you qualify for services.

Riverside 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. Their office is in Riverside. Call for information on how to request representation.

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

Other Cities in the Region

Nearby cities in other counties include Anaheim and Santa Ana in Orange County. They use different court systems and sheriff departments. Within Riverside County, most smaller cities do not have their own pages on this site because they fall below the 100,000 population threshold.