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What are Irvine Public Records?

The California Public Records Act states that public records are materials that contain information relating to the conduct of the public's business. Public records are created or maintained by any state or local agency regardless of physical form or characteristics. The following are exemptions to records available to the public:

Preliminary drafts, notes, or interagency or intra-agency memoranda that are not retained by the public agency in the ordinary course of business
Personnel, medical, or similar files
Geological and geophysical data, plant production data, and similar information relating to utility systems development, or market or crop reports.
Operating and condition reports prepared by, on behalf of, or for the use of, any state agency
Security procedures of the office of the Attorney General and the Department of Justice
Security files compiled by a local agency for correctional, law enforcement, or licensing purposes
Information required from any taxpayer in connection with the collection of local taxes
Library circulation records and library and museum materials presented solely for reference or exhibition purposes.
Records of Native American graves, cemeteries, and sacred places and records of Native American places, features, and objects
Information contained in applications for licenses to carry firearms

In addition to official sources, public city records may also be accessible from third-party websites. Record seekers may opt to use these non-governmental platforms to search for a specific record or multiple city records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search, such as:

The address of the requestor
A case number or file number (if known)
The location of the document or person involved
The name of the subject involved in the record (not juvenile)
The last known or current address of the registrant

Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.

Irvine Crime Statistics

Data presented by the UCI Irvine Lab for the Study of Space and Crime (ILSSC) provides an overview of crime rates in Irvin from 2015 to 2017. It reflects an average of 21.1 homicides committed per year from 2015 to 2017. A total of 16 homicides were committed in 2017. The average number of assaults committed between 2015 to 2017 was 19.7 per year, with 11.2 cases reported in 2017. The average rate of robbery was 27.6 cases per year between 2015 to 2017. Over 23 cases were reported in 2019. Burglary cases average 113.9 per year between 2015 to 2017. Over 57.7 cases were reported in 2017. Auto theft cases average 41 per year between 2015 to 2017. Over 32 cases were reported in 2017.

Are Irvine Criminal Records Public?

Interested parties may request their own criminal records. Criminal history records are maintained by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The following are steps to obtain their criminal history record:

Download the Live Scan Form in English or Spanish
Check 'Record Review' as the "Type of Application".
Enter 'Record Review' on the "Reason for Application" line.
Fill out all their personal information.
Take the completed form to a local sheriff's office or any Live Scan site near record seekers for fingerprinting services.
Submit fingerprint images
Pay a $25 fee to the DOJ

For applicants outside of California or the United States. Record seekers may:

Download the Record Request form in English or Spanish
Contact their local law enforcement agency for fingerprinting services
Mail their application, fingerprint card, and processing fee to:

California Department of Justice
Bureau of Criminal Identification and Analysis
Record Review & Challenge Section
P.O. Box 160207
Sacramento, CA 95816-0207

Include a check or money order made payable to the "California Department of Justice".

How to Obtain Police Reports and Arrests Records

There are different ways to obtain police records in Irvine. Requestors may fill out an online form to request police records. Record seekers will be required to provide their personal information and contact information. Alternatively, requestors may submit a notarized written request via US mail for a police report. To use this option, interested parties will need to provide:

A copy of a government-issued ID with the request
Report number reference
Self-addressed stamped envelope

Requests may be mailed to the:

Irvine Police Department
P.O. Box 19575
Irvine, CA 92623-9575
Police Records

City residents may choose to request a police report and arrest records in person. A government-issued ID will be required. Visit the office at:

Irvine Police Department
1 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606-5207
(949) 724-7000

Police reports in Irvine are free. However, if photos are requested, there is a $6.00 charge.

How to Find Sex Offender Information in Irvine

Sex offender information is available through the California Megan's Law. To search for offenders by name, residents may use the Sex Offender Name Search tool. The site also offers an advanced search option that can be used for locating offenders within a two-mile radius of the current device location or a particular address.

How to Find Irvine Inmate Records

Inmate records in Irvine are maintained by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. Residents can obtain inmate information by performing an online search. The registry contains information on inmates who are currently in custody or have been released in the past 30 days. Record seekers may select 'List Inmates Names' to access an alphabetical list of inmates in the registry.

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Irvine Police Department Jail

To visit an inmate, record seekers will be required to show valid photo identification. Each visit lasts a minimum of 30 minutes. Record seekers may be required to provide the inmate's booking number when record seekers check-in. However, due to the coronavirus pandemic, in-person visitations are currently suspended until further notice.

Below are the different jail facilities in Orange County and rules of visitation:

Central Men's Jail
Record seekers may visit the Central Men's Jail by showing up to the location 15 minutes prior to the start of their scheduled visiting time. Record seekers will be required to sign-up for a general population visit. Location at:
Central Men's Jail
550 N. Flower St.
Santa Ana, CA, 92703
Hours: Friday - Monday 8:00am to 6:00pm
Central Women's Jail
record seekers may visit the Central Women's Jail by showing up at the location and signing up for a general population visit. Location at:
Central Women's Jail
550 N. Flower St.
Santa Ana, CA, 92703
Intake/Release Center (IRC)
Record seekers may visit the IRC by showing up at the location and signing up for a general population visit. Location at:
Intake/Release Center (IRC)
550 N. Flower St.
Santa Ana, CA 92703
Theo Lacy Facility
record seekers may visit the Theo Lacy Facility by showing up at the location and signing-up for a general population visit. Location at:
Theo Lacy Facility
501 The City Drive
Orange, CA 92868

Visitors who have been released from jail or prison within 60 days are ineligible to visit. However, blood relations may be permitted. Do not wear inappropriate clothing or be intoxicated.

Court Records

The Office of Records and Information is responsible for maintaining court records in the city of Irvine. Record seekers may perform a:

Keyword search by searching a type of document or
Full text search by searching phrases in a document

Alternatively, record seekers may request to inspect or copy a public record by completing a Public Record Request form.

Commonly requested forms are:

Building Permits
Building Plans
Sheet Improvement Plans/Centerline Ties
Citywide Catalog of Enterprise Systems

Locations of Courts in Irvine

There are no courts in Irvine. However, the Irvine Police Department works with various courts to handle the needs of citizens.

For

Dissolution of Marriage-Divorce
Contact:
Orange County Superior Court, Lamoreaux Justice Center,
341 The City Drive, 7th Floor,
Orange, 92868
(657) 622-5500
Small Claims Court
Contact:
The Harbor Justice Center
23141 Moulton Parkway,
Hills, 92653-1251
(657) 622-8671
Traffic Court
Contact:
The Harbor Justice Center
4601 Jamboree Road,
Newport Beach, 92660-2595
(877) 872-2122
Probate Court
Contact:
Orange County Superior Court, Lamoreaux Justice Center,
341 The City Drive,
Orange, 92868

What are Irvine Vital Records?

Irvine vital records are birth, death, and marriage records maintained by the Orange County Clerk - Recorder's Office. Vital records are available online and can be requested via mail or in person.

Where and How to Obtain Irvine Divorce Records

Dissolution, Legal Separation, Nullity cases from 1997 to date are available online at the Orange County Superior Court. To request copies by mail, record seekers need to read and complete the copy request form, which should be sent with the right payment and a self-addressed, stamped appropriate size envelope to the:

Lamoreaux Justice Center,
Family Law Records,
341 The City Dr.,
Orange, CA 92868

Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Irvine

Marriage certificates are available at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder's office. They are received in person about 6 to 8 weeks after a wedding. Record seekers may place their order for a marriage certificate online by submitting their personal and familial information. After submitting an online application, applicants must appear in person and present one form of valid identification. To request by mail, eligible persons must download an order form and mail to:

Hugh Nguyen
Orange County Clerk-Recorder
P.O. Box 238,
County Administration South
601 N. Ross Street, Santa Anna, CA 92701

Only an authorized person may request a copy of a marriage certificate. If record seekers are not authorized, applicants will only receive a redacted copy. The following are authorized persons:

The registrant
Immediate family
Legal guardian
A party entitled to receive the record as a result of a court order, or an attorney or a licensed adoption agency
A member of a law enforcement agency or a representative of another governmental agency, who is conducting official business
Any funeral director

To obtain an Authorized Certified Copy, record seekers will be required to complete a sworn statement and sign a statement under penalty of perjury that record seekers are authorized to receive the record at the time of issuance. The fee for a marriage certificate is $15.

Where and How to Get Public Marriage Records in Irvine

Public marriage records are maintained by the Orange County Clerk Recorder. Only authorized persons are allowed to view copies of a marriage certificate. Record seekers may apply online, in person, or by mail. Marriage records are available at:

211 West Santa Ana Blvd.
Santa Ana, CA 92701
South County Branch Office

Laguna Hills Civic Center
24031 El Toro Road, Suite 150
Laguna Hills, CA 92653

To request by mail, download the Order Form and mail to:

Hugh Nguyen
Orange County Clerk-Recorder
P.O. Box 238,
County Administration South
601 N. Ross Street, Santa Anna, CA 92701

Where and How to Find Irvine Birth Records

Only an authorized person may obtain birth records. Record seekers may access records online by submitting their personal and familial information. After submitting an online application, applicants must appear in person and present one form of valid identification.

record seekers may otherwise obtain records in person at any other following locations:

Orange County Clerk-Recorder's Office
The Hall of Finance and Records
12 Civic Center Plaza, Room 106
Santa Ana, 92701

North County Branch Office
Downtown Fullerton
201 N. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton, 92832

South County Branch Office
Laguna Hills Civic Center
24021 El Toro Road, Suite 150
Laguna Hills, 92653

To request by mail record seekers may download the application and submit a notarized copy to:

Orange County Clerk-Recorder
Vitals Records
P.O. Box 238
Santa Ana, CA 92702

Where and How to Find Irvine Death Records

Only an authorized person may obtain death records. Record seekers may access records online by submitting their personal and familial information. After submitting an online application, applicants must appear in person and present one form of valid identification.