Huntington Beach Jail Roster Database
Huntington Beach jail records are handled by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. The city operates no jail. When police arrest someone in Huntington Beach, they book them into Orange County jails. The Sheriff is responsible for all detention and custody. Huntington Beach is a coastal city of about 189,000 residents in Orange County. Inmates arrested in Huntington Beach may be held at any of the four county facilities. You can search for inmates online for free.
Huntington Beach Quick Facts
Orange County Sheriff Custody
Huntington Beach has no jail. The Orange County Sheriff provides all custody services. All arrests in Huntington Beach go to county facilities. The Sheriff maintains all booking and detention records.
The four Orange County jails are spread across the county. Theo Lacy Facility in Orange serves male inmates. Central Men's Jail and Central Women's Jail are in Santa Ana. James A. Musick Facility is in Tustin. Huntington Beach inmates can be at any facility. Placement depends on security needs and available space.
All custody records are managed by the Orange County Sheriff. These records are public. You can search free. Call 855-886-5400 for help finding an inmate. The line is staffed during business hours and some weekends.
Search Huntington Beach Inmate Records
Searching for Huntington Beach inmates is straightforward. Visit apps.ocsheriff.gov to begin. You must create a free account first. This takes a few minutes with an email address.
Once logged in, search by name, booking number, or other information. Results include full name, date of birth, booking date, charges, bail amount, and current facility location. The database updates regularly. Newly arrested people usually appear in the system within hours.
The search covers all four Orange County jails. Huntington Beach inmates may be in any of them. You can search 24/7. If someone was recently arrested, they may not appear right away. Wait a few hours and search again if needed.
Note: Creating a free account is required to search Huntington Beach jail roster records online.
VINE Tracking Service
VINE is a free service for tracking inmates. Get alerts when someone is released or moved to a different facility. Register for notifications by phone, email, or text. Service works for Huntington Beach inmates in county custody.
Register at vinelink.dhs.gov. Select California. Choose Orange County. Search for the person's name. Complete the registration for alerts. You can also call 877-411-5588 to register by phone. Notifications arrive within hours of any custody change.
VINE only tracks county jail custody. If an inmate transfers to state prison, you'll need to use ciris.mt.cdcr.ca.gov instead. VINE is best for tracking local court cases in Orange County.
Huntington Beach Police Department
Huntington Beach Police makes arrests in the city. They do not run a jail. All arrested people are taken to county facilities. Contact police for arrest records. Contact the Sheriff for jail records.
| Department | Huntington Beach Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 |
| Phone | 714-375-5058 (Non-Emergency) |
| Records | 714-375-5154 |
| Website | www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/police |
The police department is on Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach. The department has many officers serving the 189,000 residents. Police reports are public records and may have a fee. The records unit handles report requests. Call non-emergency for questions about arrests.
After booking into county jail, custody matters go to the Sheriff. Police do not track inmates. Search the Sheriff's system at apps.ocsheriff.gov or call 855-886-5400 to find a Huntington Beach inmate.
Other Orange County Cities
Huntington Beach is one city in Orange County. Many other cities share the same jail system. Anyone arrested in any Orange County city can be found with the same search tool.
Other Orange County cities include:
Search for Huntington Beach or any county city using apps.ocsheriff.gov. The system works the same for all Orange County arrests.
Visiting Huntington Beach Inmates
Visiting inmates in Orange County requires scheduling visits in advance. Most visits are done by video. In-person visits are limited and need approval. Each facility has unique rules and hours.
Video visits can be scheduled from home or at a jail kiosk. There is a cost per visit. Book through the approved vendor. In-person visits are restricted and require permission first. Check the Sheriff's website for rules at each facility.
Add money to an inmate's account through the official system. You need the inmate's name and booking number. Funds go for commissary, phone calls, and services. Always use the official vendor. Never send cash directly.
Inmates can make calls if they have funds in their account. Calls are monitored and recorded. You may need to set up an account to accept inmate calls. See the Sheriff's website for details on this.
Legal Resources Available
Legal help is available for custody and court matters. The Orange County Public Defender's Office helps people who cannot afford lawyers. A judge will appoint a public defender at your first court date if you qualify. Call 714-834-3600 or visit www.pubdef.ocgov.com.
Legal Aid Society of Orange County provides free civil legal help to low-income people. They handle housing, family, and other civil matters. Criminal defense is not their focus but related issues may be covered. Call 800-834-5001 or visit www.legal-aid.com. For court information, contact Orange County Superior Court at 657-622-8645.
Orange County Jail Roster
Huntington Beach is part of Orange County. All jail bookings from the city go through the Orange County Sheriff. The county system serves all cities and unincorporated areas. For complete information on facilities, services, and additional resources, view the Orange County jail roster page.