Access Tulare Arrest Records

Tulare arrest records are maintained by the Tulare Police Department and Tulare County Sheriff. The city has its own police force handling arrests within city limits. After booking, inmates go to the Tulare County Jail. The city of Tulare has about 70,000 people and shares a name with the surrounding county. It sits in the southern Central Valley. This guide shows where to find arrest records from both city police and the county system.

Tulare County Inmate Search

The Tulare County Sheriff runs an inmate search tool on their website. Search by name to find current inmates. The database shows booking dates, charges, and bail amounts. Everyone arrested in the city goes to the county jail.

New bookings need time to process. Allow several hours after arrest. If someone does not appear, check back later. You can call (559) 802-9400 for immediate help. Jail staff can confirm custody status.

The search shows current inmates only. Once released, people drop from the list. Historical records need a formal request. The online tool is for finding people in custody now.

Tulare Police Records Requests

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

Fees depend on document type. Call for current prices. Processing times vary based on what you need and current workload. Simple requests may be ready in days. Complex ones take longer.

Not all records are public. Government Code 6254 lists exemptions for law enforcement records. Investigation files stay confidential. Witness information may be redacted. The department reviews each request individually.

Note: Crime victims often qualify for free copies of reports about incidents where they were the victim.

What Tulare Arrest Records Include

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

Some records include narratives describing the arrest. Witness statements might be part of the file. Evidence logs show what was collected. Not all of this is public. Release depends on case status and state law.

Basic booking data 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 Tulare

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

Submit fingerprints at a Live Scan location. Tulare area has sites available. Police stations may offer this service. Private businesses run sites too. Find options 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.

Tulare County Court Records

Court records show what happened after arrest. Tulare 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 Tulare County. The main courthouse is in Visalia. Contact the clerk about access options and available records. Online case search may be available.

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

Sealing Tulare Arrest Records

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

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

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

Victim Notification in Tulare

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

VINE covers Tulare County Jail inmates. State prison alerts come from CDCR at 1-877-256-6877.

Nearby Tulare County Cities

Other cities in Tulare County have police departments. Visalia is the county seat and largest city. Porterville is also in the county.

Tulare County Resources

The city of Tulare is in Tulare County. For complete information on the sheriff, jail, and court, see our county page.