Costa Mesa Inmate Database
Costa Mesa jail roster records are handled by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. The city has no local jail facility. When Costa Mesa Police arrest someone, the person goes into Orange County's jail system. Costa Mesa is a mid-size city with about 111,000 residents in central Orange County. The Sheriff manages custody for all people arrested in Costa Mesa. You can search for inmates online using the county system for free.
Costa Mesa Quick Facts
Orange County Jail System for Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa falls under Orange County Sheriff custody authority. All arrests in Costa Mesa go into county facilities. The Sheriff does not operate a jail inside Costa Mesa limits. Instead, inmates are transported to one of four main facilities run by the county.
People arrested in Costa Mesa may be held at Theo Lacy Facility in Orange, Central Men's Jail in Santa Ana, Central Women's Jail in Santa Ana, or James A. Musick Facility in Tustin. Placement depends on gender, security level, and bed space. The inmate may get moved between facilities. All custody records are kept in the Orange County system.
You can find anyone arrested in Costa Mesa by searching the county database. The search is free and open to the public. Call the Sheriff at 855-886-5400 if you need help finding an inmate. This number works during business hours and on weekends.
Search Costa Mesa Inmates Online
Finding Costa Mesa inmates is easy online. Go to apps.ocsheriff.gov to search. You will need to set up a free account to start searching. The account takes just a few minutes to create using an email address.
Once you log in, search by first and last name. You can also search by booking number if you have it. The results show full details like date of birth, booking date, charges, and bail amount. You can see which facility holds the person. Results update frequently as new arrests happen.
The online tool covers all four Orange County jails. Costa Mesa inmates can be in any of them. If the person was just arrested, wait a few hours for the record to show. The system updates regularly throughout the day and night.
Note: Creating an account is free and required to search the Costa Mesa jail roster database online.
VINE Notification Service
VINE is a tracking service for county jails. It sends you alerts when someone gets released or moved. This works for Costa Mesa inmates in Orange County custody. You set it up on your phone, email, or with text messages.
To register, go to vinelink.dhs.gov. Pick California from the state menu. Select Orange County. Type the inmate's name. When you find them, sign up for notifications. You can also call 877-411-5588 to use the phone system. Alerts come within hours of any custody change.
VINE only tracks county jails. If someone moves to state prison, VINE stops working for that person. You would then use ciris.mt.cdcr.ca.gov to search state records. VINE is good for tracking court cases that happen in local courts.
Costa Mesa Police Department
Costa Mesa Police make arrests in the city. They do not run a jail. All arrested people go to Orange County facilities. For arrest information or police reports, contact Costa Mesa Police. For jail records and inmate details, contact the Sheriff.
| Department | Costa Mesa Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 99 City Boulevard Costa Mesa, CA 92626 |
| Phone | 714-754-5252 (Non-Emergency) |
| Records | 714-754-5147 |
| Website | www.costamesapolice.com |
The police department headquarters is located on City Boulevard. Costa Mesa has a dedicated police force serving the city. Police reports are public records and may cost money to obtain. The records unit handles requests for copies.
After booking into county jail, all custody matters go to the Sheriff. Police do not track inmates. Use the Sheriff's online search or call 855-886-5400 to find an inmate arrested in Costa Mesa.
Other Orange County Cities
Costa Mesa shares the Orange County jail system with many other cities. All cities in the county send inmates to the same facilities. The inmate search tool covers everyone.
Nearby Orange County cities include:
Use the same online system at apps.ocsheriff.gov to search Costa Mesa or any other city in the county. The search works the same way for all locations.
Jail Visitation for Costa Mesa Inmates
Visiting someone in Orange County jail needs to be planned ahead. Most jails use video visits instead of in-person visits. Each facility has its own rules and schedules.
Video visits can be done from home or from a kiosk at the jail. You need to book the visit through the approved vendor website. There is a fee per visit. In-person visits are very limited and need prior approval. Check the Sheriff's website for the current rules at each facility.
To put money on an inmate's account, use the official system on the Sheriff's website. You will need the inmate's name and booking number. Inmates use the money for commissary items, phone calls, and services. Never send cash to the jail. Always use the official vendor.
Inmates can make phone calls from jail. Most calls are monitored and recorded. You may need to set up a prepaid account with the phone company. The Sheriff's website has details about accepting inmate calls.
Legal Help in Costa Mesa
If you face custody or court issues, legal help exists. The Orange County Public Defender's Office helps people who cannot pay for a lawyer. If you qualify, the judge will appoint a public defender at your first court appearance. Call 714-834-3600 or visit www.pubdef.ocgov.com.
The Legal Aid Society of Orange County offers free civil legal services. They help low-income residents with housing, family, and other civil matters. Criminal defense is not their focus, but they can help with related issues. Call 800-834-5001 or visit www.legal-aid.com. For Superior Court matters in Costa Mesa, contact Orange County Superior Court at 657-622-8645.
Orange County Jail Roster
Costa Mesa is part of Orange County. All jail bookings from the city go through Orange County Sheriff. The county system serves all cities and areas. For full details on county facilities, services, and resources, view the Orange County jail roster page.