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22-007278 Use of Force

In March of 2022, deputies were involved in a use of force in the city of Yorba Linda. The use of force was determined to be within policy.

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19-042308 Use of Force

In November of 2019, deputies were involved in a use of force in the City of Lake Forest. The Use of Force was determined to be within policy.

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Transit Operations

Transit Operations serves our community by land, sea and air. Airport Police Services The Sheriff’s Department provides a multidisciplinary policing strategy for John Wayne Airport that includes security enhancements, proactive explosive and narcotics searches, dignitary protection and high-visibility patrols. We also place a great emphasis on connecting with our community...

Special Operations

Special Operations is comprised of three separate bureaus: Special Enforcement Bureau (SWAT section/Hazardous Devices Unit/Tactical Arrest Team/Crisis Negotiators Team/Canine Services/Grants) Mutual-Aid Bureau Air Support Bureau In the event of an incident or disaster, members of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will provide much of the first response. It is crucial...

Stanton

Captain Matthew Stafford serves as Chief of Police Services for the city of Stanton. The Orange County Sheriff's Department has provided law enforcement services for Stanton since February of 1988 when the city Police Department and Sheriff’s Department merged. Stanton Police Services includes five sergeants, twenty patrol deputies, one motor...

South Patrol

Captain Naomi Hernandez serves as the Chief of Police Services for South Patrol. South Patrol provides law enforcement services to the 80,000 residents of the South County unincorporated areas of Coto De Caza, Ladera Ranch, Las Flores, Wagon Wheel, Rancho Mission Viejo and the rural neighborhoods located in the Rose...

Laguna Woods

Captain Ryan Anderson serves as Chief of Police Services for the city of Laguna Woods. Since July 1, 1999, the Sheriff’s Department has provided contracted law enforcement services for the city of Laguna Woods which has one of the lowest crime rates of any city in Orange County. The Laguna...

Resources During a Disaster

Event News & Information Public Information Map iFrames are not supported on this page. View Larger Map Airport Fire Debris Flow Planning Click here to access the Airport Fire Debris Flow resources webpage. Hi-Lo Siren Some of the Sheriff's Department's patrol units are now equipped with a new siren feature...

Coroner Course List

Date Course Title Location Hours POST Plan January 28, 2026 Fire Death Investigation Santa Ana 80 IV March 4, 2026 Homeless Death Investigation Santa Ana 8 IV March 9 - 20, 2026 Basic Death Investigation Santa Ana 80 IV March 26, 2026 Annual Management Workshop Orange 8 IV May 27...