Find Lancaster Arrest Records

Lancaster arrest records fall under the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The city contracts with LASD for all police services instead of running its own force. When deputies make an arrest in Lancaster, the booking goes into the countywide jail system. You can search for people in custody using the LASD online tool. The Lancaster Station on West Avenue I serves as the main law enforcement hub for the Antelope Valley region. All records requests route through the central Sheriff's records division.

Lancaster Sheriff Station

The Lancaster Station covers a large area of the Antelope Valley. It sits at 501 West Lancaster Boulevard. The station handles calls, patrols, and arrests for Lancaster and nearby unincorporated areas. You can reach them at (661) 948-8466 for local questions.

Deputies at this station respond to crimes in Lancaster. They book people at the station or transport them to county jail depending on the charges. All arrest data enters the LASD central system. The station itself does not maintain separate public records access.

The Antelope Valley has unique challenges. It covers a lot of ground with spread out communities. Response times can vary. The Sheriff runs both Lancaster and Palmdale stations to cover this desert region north of Los Angeles.

Note: The Lancaster station does not process records requests directly.

Search Lancaster Arrest Records Online

The LASD Inmate Information Center is your first stop. This free tool shows everyone currently in LA County custody. Type in a name and see booking information, charges, bail amount, and facility location. The search works 24/7 but new arrests take 2 to 6 hours to appear after booking.

You need to pass a reCAPTCHA check to use the search. This prevents automated queries and keeps the system running smoothly for real users. If you cannot access the online tool, call the 24-hour inmate information line at (213) 473-6100. Staff can look up custody status for you over the phone.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff operates multiple jail facilities. Someone arrested in Lancaster might end up at Pitchess Detention Center in Castaic, Twin Towers downtown, or another facility. The inmate search shows which one.

Request Lancaster Police Reports

All records requests for Lancaster incidents go to the LASD Records Division. California law restricts what information can be released. Under Government Code Section 6254(f), local police investigation records are often exempt from public disclosure.

To request records, contact the LASD Records Division:

• Email: PRARequests@lasd.org
• Phone: (562) 345-4426
• Address: 12440 East Imperial Highway, Suite 400 West, Norwalk, CA 90650

Most reports cost $20 to obtain. Victims of crimes get their first copy free. Include as much detail as possible in your request. The date, location, names involved, and any case numbers help staff find records faster. Expect 3 to 10 business days for processing, sometimes longer for complex requests.

You cannot get your own arrest report just by asking in most cases. The law treats you the same as any other member of the public. There are limited exceptions for attorneys and court proceedings. If you need your arrest information for a background check or legal matter, you might need to go through other channels like the California DOJ.

Lancaster Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases from Lancaster go through the Los Angeles Superior Court. The Antelope Valley Courthouse at 42011 4th Street West handles many local cases. You can search court records online at lacourt.org using the criminal case name search tool.

The court search shows case numbers, filing dates, and court locations. Felony records go back to 1980. Misdemeanor data starts from 1988. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. Registered accounts get discounts down to $1.00 per search with volume use.

Court records tell you what happened after an arrest. Did the DA file charges? What was the outcome? These records complement the arrest information from the Sheriff. Together they give a fuller picture of a criminal case from start to finish.

California Arrest Record Laws

Penal Code 11105 governs state criminal history information. The California DOJ maintains these records, which include arrests from all jurisdictions statewide. You can request your own record through Live Scan fingerprinting for a $25 fee.

Sealing and expungement options exist under California law. Penal Code 851.91 allows sealing of arrests that did not lead to conviction. Penal Code 1203.4 covers dismissal after probation. These processes limit who can see your record but do not erase it entirely.

California also has automatic record relief. The DOJ reviews records each month and grants relief for eligible arrests and convictions. You do not need to apply. If you qualify, the system adds a notation to your record automatically. Most background checks for employment will not show information that received relief.

Employers in Lancaster must follow the Fair Chance Act. Companies with five or more employees cannot ask about criminal history before a conditional job offer. This gives people with past arrests a better shot at getting hired.

Victim Notification in Lancaster

Crime victims can track offenders through California VINE. This system sends alerts when someone is released from custody, transferred, or escapes. Sign up at vinelink.vineapps.com or call 1-877-411-5588. The service is free and works around the clock.

The LA County District Attorney has a victim notification program too. Visit da.lacounty.gov/victims/notification to register. You get updates on court dates and case status. Marsy's Law gives victims strong protections in California including the right to be notified and heard.

Nearby Antelope Valley Cities

Lancaster sits in the northern part of LA County near Palmdale. Both cities use LASD for police services. Other nearby areas fall under different jurisdictions. Here are links to arrest record information for nearby cities.