Search Sonoma County Arrest Records

Sonoma County arrest records are available through the sheriff's online inmate search. The county covers wine country north of the Bay Area and includes Santa Rosa and Petaluma. The Sonoma County Jail is in Santa Rosa. You can search for current inmates online using the sheriff's free tool. The system shows who is in custody and what charges they face. Court records are also available for criminal cases that result from arrests.

Sonoma County Sheriff Inmate Search

The Sonoma County Sheriff has an inmate search at inmatesearch.sonomasheriff.org. This tool shows everyone currently in the Sonoma County Jail. Enter a name to search for someone. Results display booking information, charges, and bail amounts when set.

The inmate search is free to use. You do not need an account. The system works on computers and mobile devices. It provides a quick way to check if someone is in custody. You can see current charges and other booking details.

New bookings appear in the system within hours of arrest. The jail processes inmates around the clock. If you cannot find someone who was just arrested, try again later. Releases are also updated as they happen. The jail phone number is 707-565-1400 for questions about specific inmates.

Note: Call the jail directly to confirm visiting hours and procedures for inmates in custody.

Sonoma Sheriff Records Requests

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office handles records requests for arrests made by sheriff's deputies. For copies of arrest reports, contact the sheriff's records division. Written requests help document what you need. The department follows California Public Records Act procedures.

Under Government Code 6254(f), some records must be disclosed while others are exempt. Basic booking data is usually available. Investigation files and witness statements are typically protected from release. Each request gets reviewed under state law.

Response times vary. The law gives agencies 10 days to respond to records requests. Complex requests may take longer. Fees may apply for copies of documents. Contact the sheriff's office for current fee information.

Sonoma Superior Court Criminal Records

Sonoma County Superior Court handles criminal cases that stem from arrests in the county. The main courthouse is in Santa Rosa. Court records show what happens after an arrest enters the legal system. Not all arrests lead to charges.

The District Attorney reviews arrests and decides whether to prosecute. When charges are filed, the court tracks the case from arraignment to disposition. Case numbers, hearing dates, and outcomes are available. You can see plea deals, trial verdicts, and sentences.

To clear a conviction from your record, file a petition under Penal Code 1203.4. This allows dismissal after completing probation. The court reviews each petition. Processing takes several weeks. A dismissal can help with employment and housing.

Victim Notification in Sonoma County

VINE California provides custody alerts for crime victims. When an offender's custody status changes, you get notified. The system tracks releases, transfers, and escapes. It runs 24 hours a day.

Sign up at vinelink.vineapps.com or call 1-877-411-5588. Choose how to receive alerts. Options include phone calls, text messages, and emails. Registration is free and confidential. Your information is not shared with inmates.

Major Cities in Sonoma County

Sonoma County has 9 incorporated cities. Santa Rosa is the largest and serves as the county seat. Petaluma and Rohnert Park are other significant cities. Several cities have their own police departments while others use the sheriff for law enforcement.

Santa Rosa Police Department has its own records division. You can request arrest records from them for arrests made by city officers. The Santa Rosa Police Department publishes an arrest log with recent bookings. For sheriff's arrests, contact the county. All bookings go through the Sonoma County Jail.

Nearby California Counties

Sonoma County borders several other counties in the North Bay and North Coast. For arrest records in neighboring areas, check these county pages. Each has its own sheriff and jail system.

California Statewide Resources

The California Department of Justice keeps the statewide criminal history database. Under Penal Code 11105, this includes arrest and conviction records from all California counties. You can request your own record through DOJ Record Review for $25 plus fingerprinting costs.

Automatic record relief is available under Penal Code 851.91. The DOJ reviews records monthly and automatically seals certain old arrests. No petition is required. The relief happens when you meet the eligibility requirements.

The Fair Chance Act limits when employers can ask about criminal history. Under Government Code 12952, employers with five or more workers must wait until after a conditional offer. This gives people with arrest records fair consideration for jobs.