Find Newport Beach Arrest Records

Newport Beach arrest records are handled by the Newport Beach Police Department. This coastal city has about 85,000 residents and sees many visitors year round. The NBPD has a dedicated records request page where you can learn how to get copies of arrest reports and other police documents. The Harbor Justice Center is located in Newport Beach, making it a key location for criminal cases in the area.

Newport Beach Police Records Requests

The Newport Beach Police Department has a records request page at nbpd.org/what-we-do/services/records-requests. This explains the process for getting arrest reports and other police documents. Follow the instructions on that page to submit your request.

Police reports in Newport Beach cost $3.25. This is a set fee for the report itself. The fee is lower than many other cities. Call 949-644-3681 for help with your request. The front desk staff can answer questions about what is available and how long it takes.

Not all records are public. Investigation files may be exempt under state law. The police can withhold information that would harm an active case. Basic arrest data like who was arrested and charges filed is usually available. The full investigation file often is not.

Orange County Jail and Newport Beach Arrests

People arrested by Newport Beach Police may go to the Orange County Jail. The sheriff runs the jail system. Search for inmates at apps.ocsheriff.gov. Type a name to check custody status.

The booking log shows recent arrests from across the county. Newport Beach arrests appear once the person is booked into the jail. It updates throughout the day. New bookings can take a few hours to show. Check back if you do not see someone right away.

The search shows charges, bail amount, and booking date. It is free to use. For copies of jail records, contact the sheriff at prarequests@ocsheriff.gov. The fee is $0.15 per page.

Note: Newport Beach also has a city jail for short-term holding before transfer to county facilities.

Newport Beach Criminal Court Records

The Harbor Justice Center in Newport Beach handles many criminal cases from the city. It is located at 4601 Jamboree Road. This is one of the main courthouses for south Orange County. Search court records at visionpublic.occourts.org.

Court records show what happened after an arrest. Were charges filed? Was there a trial? What was the outcome? You can find case numbers, charges, hearing dates, and dispositions. The court record tells you more than the arrest record alone.

Some records are sealed. Juvenile cases do not appear in public searches. Expunged cases may be hidden. The court follows California law on what stays public.

California Arrest Record Laws

Arrest records in Newport Beach follow California state law. Penal Code 13300 covers local summary criminal history. This is what police departments keep. The law controls who can access these records and for what purposes.

The California Public Records Act gives you the right to request government documents. Police records have exemptions though. Under Government Code 6254(f), investigation records can be kept confidential. Agencies can refuse requests that might interfere with active cases.

For your own statewide record, contact the California DOJ. They maintain RAP sheets with all California arrests and outcomes. The fee is $25 and requires fingerprints. Visit oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/record-review for the full process.

Sealing Newport Beach Arrest Records

If your arrest did not result in a conviction, you may seal the record. Penal Code 851.91 allows this. File a petition with the Orange County Superior Court. A judge reviews and decides.

Sealed records do not show on most background checks. Private employers will not see them. This helps with jobs and housing. Law enforcement and some government agencies can still access sealed records, but most people cannot.

California has automatic record relief under Penal Code 851.93. The DOJ reviews records monthly. Old arrests without conviction may get relief granted automatically. You do not need to apply. A note gets added showing relief was given.

For factual innocence cases, Penal Code 851.8 lets you petition to seal and destroy the record. This is harder to obtain but offers the strongest protection.

How to Search Newport Beach Arrest Records

There are several ways to find arrest records from Newport Beach. Each gives you different information at different costs.

• OC Sheriff jail search at apps.ocsheriff.gov for current custody
• NBPD records request page for arrest reports at $3.25
• Orange County court search for case outcomes
• California DOJ Record Review for your own statewide record
• VINE for custody status notifications

The jail search and court search are free. Police reports cost $3.25 in Newport Beach. The DOJ charges $25 and requires fingerprints for your own record. Pick based on what you need.

To track an inmate, register with VINE at vinelink.vineapps.com. You get alerts when someone is released or transferred. Call 1-877-411-5588 to register by phone.

Background Checks and Employment in Newport Beach

Employers in Newport Beach must follow the Fair Chance Act. Companies with five or more workers cannot ask about criminal history on applications. They wait until after making a conditional job offer.

If an employer wants to deny you based on your record, they tell you first. You get a copy of the report and time to respond before a final decision. The California Civil Rights Department handles complaints. Call 800-884-1684 to report violations.

Background check companies pull from many sources. An old Newport Beach arrest could show even if charges were never filed. Sealing your record prevents that from appearing on future checks.

Note: Some jobs have different rules and can see more of your record, like law enforcement positions.

Nearby Orange County Cities

Newport Beach is on the Orange County coast. Neighboring cities have their own police and records systems.

For arrests by the county sheriff or in unincorporated areas, see the Orange County arrest records page. It covers the county jail and sheriff records.