Hanford Arrest Records

Hanford arrest records come from the Hanford Police Department and Kings County Sheriff. The city operates its own police force for arrests within city limits. After booking, inmates go to the Kings County Jail. Hanford is the county seat of Kings County with around 60,000 residents. It sits in the heart of the Central Valley between Fresno and Bakersfield. Finding arrest records means working with city police for reports and the county sheriff for jail and custody information.

Kings County Inmate Locator

Hanford arrests go to the Kings County Jail. The sheriff runs an inmate locator online. Search by name to find people in custody. Results show booking dates, charges, and bail amounts.

New bookings need processing time. Allow several hours after arrest. If someone does not show up, check back later. Call the sheriff at (559) 584-1431 for help. Staff can confirm custody status.

The locator shows current inmates. Released inmates drop off. Historical records need a formal request. The online tool finds people in jail now.

VINE is also available for Kings County. Call 1(800) 491-0689 to register for victim notifications. Get alerts when an inmate is released or transferred.

Hanford Police Records Requests

The Hanford Police Department keeps arrest reports for city incidents. Contact their records section for copies. You can submit requests in person at the station or by mail.

Fees depend on document type. Call ahead for prices. Processing takes a few days to several weeks based on the request complexity and department workload.

Not all records are public. California law protects certain information. Government Code 6254 lists exemptions for law enforcement. Investigation files stay confidential. Witness details may be redacted.

Note: Crime victims may get free copies of reports where they were victimized.

What Hanford Arrest Records Include

Arrest records contain standard data. Date and time are logged. Charges show alleged crimes. Officer information identifies who made the arrest. Booking details have physical description and booking number.

Some records include narratives. These describe what happened during the arrest. Witness statements may be part of the file. Evidence logs show collected items. Not everything is public.

Basic booking information is usually available. Names, charges, and dates are public record. Detailed investigation files have restricted access. Each request is reviewed for legal compliance.

California DOJ Records for Hanford

The California Department of Justice maintains statewide criminal records. Hanford arrests get reported to the state database. To see your own record, use the DOJ record review. It shows all California arrests.

Submit fingerprints at a Live Scan site. Hanford and nearby areas have locations. Police stations may offer this. Private businesses do too. Find sites at the DOJ location finder. The state fee is $25 plus rolling fees.

Results come by mail in a few weeks. Track status at applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov using your ATI number.

Kings County Court Records

Court records show what happened after arrest. Kings County Superior Court handles all criminal cases. Search their records for outcomes. Charges, pleas, trials, and sentences appear in court files.

The court serves all of Kings County. The courthouse is in Hanford. Contact the clerk about access options and available records.

Arrest and court records differ. An arrest shows custody. A court record shows legal proceedings. Some arrests never result in charges. Checking both gives complete criminal history information.

Sealing Hanford Arrest Records

Some arrests can be sealed. Penal Code 851.91 allows petitions to seal arrests without conviction. File with Kings County Superior Court.

Expungement under Penal Code 1203.4 is available after probation. The court dismisses for employment purposes. The record shows dismissal.

Automatic relief helps some people. The DOJ reviews records monthly. Eligible arrests get notations. Check the DOJ automatic relief page for eligibility.

Victim Notification in Hanford

Victims can track offenders through VINE California. Get alerts when inmates are released, transferred, or escape. Register online or call 1-877-411-5588.

Kings County also has a local VINE number: 1(800) 491-0689. State prison alerts come from CDCR at 1-877-256-6877.

Nearby Central Valley Cities

Other Central Valley cities have arrest record resources. Fresno is north of Kings County. Visalia is in neighboring Tulare County.

Kings County Resources

Hanford is the county seat of Kings County. For full information on the sheriff, jail, and court, see our county page.