The Sheriff Department’s Narcotics Team is responsible for the investigation and suppression of narcotics activity. They specifically investigate the illegal distribution and manufacturing of…

A group of suspects who stole a car and crashed it into a residence in the city of Lake Forest were taken into custody thanks to quick law enforcement response and assistance from engaged…

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Ca. (Aug. 24, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous and illegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. View PDF

Established in 1984, the North Operations Security Bureau provides responsive, professional, and caring law enforcement services to all people of Orange County.  Fifty-three employees, both…

SANTA ANA, Ca. (November 26, 2018) – The joint investigation between the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) continues to determine who is…

The Financial and Administrative Services Division provides administrative, financial, and law enforcement contract services that are essential to provide high-quality service to our community.…

DANA POINT, Ca. (Sept. 18, 2020) – Distracted driving is a dangerous an dillegal behavior the Sheriff’s Department is working to deter drivers from doing. On Monday, Sept. 21, deputies will focus…

SANTA ANA, Ca. (Dec. 17, 2019) – Today, the United States Department of Justice notified Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes that they are closing the 11-year investigation into Orange County Jails. The…

PRINTS: Right thumb CORONER CASE NUMBER:78-02721-L SEX: MALE RACE: HISPANIC / CAUCASIAN DATE of DEATH: 6-20-1978 EST. AGE Est. : 30 to 50…