Search Livermore Arrest Records

Livermore arrest records can be searched through local police and Alameda County systems. The city sits in the Tri-Valley area of the East Bay, east of Dublin and Pleasanton. Livermore Police Department handles arrests within city limits. People arrested here are booked at Santa Rita Jail, which is close by in Dublin. You can search for inmates online through the Alameda County Sheriff website and request police reports from the city.

Livermore Police Arrest Records

The Livermore Police Department provides law enforcement services for the city. Officers respond to calls, investigate crimes, and make arrests. When an arrest happens, a police report is created. These reports document the facts of the incident and become part of the official record.

Contact the Livermore Police Records Unit at (925) 371-4900. The station is at 1110 South Livermore Avenue. You can request records in person during business hours. Mail and fax requests are also accepted. The staff can tell you what forms are needed and what fees apply to your specific request.

California law limits what arrest information can be disclosed. Under Government Code 6254(f), basic arrest facts are typically public. Date, time, location, and charges are usually available. Witness names and investigation details may be withheld. Each request gets reviewed before anything is released.

Fees vary based on the type of record. Most agencies charge per page. Crime victims may receive the first copy free. Ask about pricing when you submit your request.

Santa Rita Jail for Livermore Arrests

Santa Rita Jail in Dublin is where people arrested in Livermore are booked. The jail is just a few miles away. The Alameda County Sheriff operates this facility. It serves the entire county.

The sheriff runs an online inmate locator at acgov.org/sheriff_app. Enter a name to search for people in custody. The system shows current inmates with charges, bail amounts, and location. It is free to use and does not require an account.

Booking takes several hours after an arrest. If you search right away and find nothing, wait and try again later. The database updates throughout the day. New bookings appear once processing is complete. Releases are also reflected as they happen.

Note: Call Santa Rita Jail at (925) 551-6500 for questions about specific inmates or visiting hours.

Livermore Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases from Livermore arrests are handled by Alameda County Superior Court. The Gale-Schenone Hall of Justice in Pleasanton serves the Tri-Valley area. Some cases may also be heard in Oakland. Court records show what happens after an arrest enters the legal system.

Not every arrest results in charges. The District Attorney reviews each case and decides whether to prosecute. Some cases go to diversion programs. Others are declined. When charges are filed, the court tracks the case from start to finish.

You can search for case information through the court clerk. Case numbers, hearing schedules, and outcomes are available. Document copies have fees attached. Certified copies cost more than regular ones. Processing takes a few business days for most requests.

After completing probation, you may petition for dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4. The court reviews your petition. If granted, your conviction shows as dismissed. This can help with employment opportunities.

Clearing Livermore Arrest Records

California offers ways to address old arrest records. Options depend on how your case ended. Arrests without conviction can be sealed. Convictions can be dismissed under certain conditions. Automatic relief is also available for qualifying records.

To seal an arrest that did not lead to conviction, file under Penal Code 851.91. You petition Alameda County Superior Court. The judge reviews and decides. Sealed arrests no longer appear on most background checks.

The California DOJ also provides automatic relief. They review records monthly. When you meet requirements, they update your record without any action from you. Call (916) 227-3849 to check if your record has been updated through this automatic process.

Background Check Laws in Livermore

Employers in Livermore follow the Fair Chance Act for hiring. This limits when they can ask about criminal history. Companies with five or more employees cannot ask on job applications. They must wait until after a conditional offer.

If your background check shows an arrest or conviction, the employer has to follow a process. They give you a copy of the report. You get a chance to respond. Then they make a final decision. This gives people with records a fair opportunity to explain.

You can request your own criminal record from the California DOJ. The Record Review costs $25. Submit fingerprints at a Live Scan site and the DOJ mails you the results. This is your official RAP sheet showing all arrests and outcomes on file with the state.

Victim Services in Livermore

Crime victims can track offenders through VINE California. If someone who hurt you was arrested in Livermore, register for alerts. The system notifies you when custody status changes.

Sign up at vinelink.vineapps.com or call 1-877-411-5588. Pick how you want alerts. Options are phone, text, or email. The service is free and confidential. It runs around the clock. The inmate is never told you registered.

Nearby Tri-Valley Cities

Livermore is part of the Tri-Valley along with Pleasanton and Dublin. Here are nearby cities with arrest record pages on this site.

All these cities are in Alameda County and use Santa Rita Jail. Search the county inmate locator to find people from any Alameda County city.