SANTA ANA, Ca. (October 19, 2018) - Please see the link below to a video of Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens providing a statement regarding the use of force that occurred in Stanton on August 19, 2018. View PDF

SANTA ANA, Ca. (Aug. 14, 2020): While many of us have been staying at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is reminding everyone who needs to drive to do so while sober.“The dangers of drinking and driving are very real,” said Orange County Sheriff’s Department Sgt...

With Black Friday right around the corner, we know you'll be staying up late to hunt for deals! Before you head out, take a look at these holiday shopping safety tips from OCSD to keep you and your family safe. Driving: • Park in a well-lit area • Keep your...

SANTA ANA, Ca. (Aug. 20, 2018) - As we enter the final stretch of summer spending time at the pool or barbequing with friends and family, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department is driving home the importance of celebrating responsibly by not driving, or riding a motorcycle, impaired. View PDF

SANTA ANA, Ca. (Feb. 1, 2018) - Kickoff on America’s favorite pastime is just about ready to start. For many football fans, when it’s time for Super Bowl LII, everyone’s a fan…and Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is huddling up with the National Highway Traffic...

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Ca. (Sept. 20, 2020) –

In 2017, Orange County public safety officers made a total of 5,403 DUI arrests. Since the passing of Prop 64, which decriminalized marijuana, DUI drug arrests have increased 40 percent in California. DUI drug arrests now exceed those for DUI alcohol in the United States. Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremy...

The Orange County Crime Laboratory recently was recognized by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors, Inc., positioning Orange County as operating at above 90 percent peak efficiency among other crime laboratories. Of the 15 labs bestowed the honor, Orange County was the only California lab to earn the distinction...

SANTA ANA, Ca. (January 17, 2019) - The Orange County Sheriff's Department has identified a Jane Doe homicide victim whose remains were recovered more than 31 years ago. View PDF

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Ca. (Aug. 21, 2020) – The Sheriff’s Department will take part in a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation aimed at educating bicyclists, drivers and pedestrians on traffic laws, rules and responsibilities. View PDF