Whittier Arrest Records Search

Whittier arrest records are maintained by the Whittier Police Department. The city runs its own police force serving over 87,000 residents in the southeastern part of Los Angeles County. Officers book arrestees at the city jail before most transfer to LA County facilities. You can search county custody records through the LASD online database once transfer happens. The police records unit handles requests for copies of arrest reports and other documents from Whittier incidents.

Whittier Police Department Records

The Whittier Police Department is located at 13200 Penn Street. The records bureau handles all requests for police documents. Call (562) 567-9200 to reach the department with questions about records or services.

Whittier has had its own police force since the early 1900s. The department serves the entire city and responds to thousands of calls each year. Officers work patrol, investigations, traffic, and specialized assignments. Each creates records that become part of the department's files.

The city sits between the San Gabriel Valley and the Gateway Cities region. It borders several other communities including Pico Rivera, Norwalk, and La Mirada. Each has its own policing arrangement. Whittier maintains local control through its own department.

Note: Records from Whittier PD are separate from LA County Sheriff records.

Find Whittier Inmates Online

For recent Whittier arrests, call the police department at (562) 567-9200 to check city jail status. Most transfers to LA County custody happen within 24 to 48 hours. After transfer, search the LASD Inmate Information Center online.

The county search is free. Enter a name to see booking data, charges, bail amounts, and facility location. New bookings can take 2 to 6 hours to appear in the system. If someone was just arrested, wait and check again.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff runs the jail system. Call (213) 473-6100 any time for help locating someone in custody across LA County facilities.

Request Whittier Police Reports

Getting copies of arrest reports from Whittier requires contacting the police records unit. California law limits what can be released. Government Code Section 6254(f) exempts many investigation records from public disclosure.

Submit requests to Whittier Police Records:

• Address: 13200 Penn Street, Whittier, CA 90602
• Phone: (562) 567-9200
• Hours: Weekdays during regular business hours

Fees depend on document type and page count. Crime victims usually get one free copy of relevant reports. Include the incident date, location in Whittier, and any case numbers when submitting a request. These details help staff find records faster.

Processing takes several business days for routine requests. Complex requests or those requiring legal review take longer. The California Public Records Act sets response timelines agencies must follow.

Whittier Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases from Whittier go through Los Angeles Superior Court. The Whittier Courthouse at 7339 South Painter Avenue handles local matters. Search court records at lacourt.org using the criminal name search.

Felony records go back to 1980. Misdemeanor data starts from 1988. Guest users pay $4.75 per search. Volume accounts pay less with registration. Copies cost $1.00 per page for the first five, then $0.40 each.

Court records show what happens after arrest. Charges, hearings, pleas, verdicts, and sentences all appear in the court system. This complements police arrest records and provides the complete picture.

California Arrest Record Laws

State criminal history falls under Penal Code 11105. The California DOJ maintains these RAP sheets covering arrests statewide. Request your own record through Live Scan for $25.

Whittier PD keeps local records under Penal Code 13300. These have specific incident details but access is restricted. Most arrest report content is not releasable to the public.

Penal Code 1203.4 provides for dismissal after probation. Penal Code 851.91 allows sealing arrests without conviction. California also grants automatic record relief monthly for eligible cases without application.

The Fair Chance Act protects job applicants. Employers with five or more employees cannot ask about convictions before a conditional offer. Whittier businesses must follow this state law.

Victim Notification Services

Crime victims in Whittier can sign up for custody alerts through California VINE. Register at vinelink.vineapps.com or call 1-877-411-5588. You get notified about releases, transfers, and escapes.

The LA County DA offers victim services at da.lacounty.gov/victims/notification. Sign up for court and case updates. Marsy's Law guarantees victims rights to notice and to be heard.

Note: VINE alerts go out within minutes of any custody status change.

Nearby Cities

Whittier sits in eastern LA County surrounded by other communities. Some have their own police departments. Others use the LA County Sheriff. Check the right agency for each location.