How do I find charges in Los Angeles County?
To obtain a summary of information on personal arrests in Los Angeles County, you can approach local law enforcement by visiting the Police Administration Building at 100 West 1st St, Room PI-137, Los Angeles during business hours Monday to Friday.
Are criminal records public in California?
In California, criminal histories (rap sheets) compiled by law enforcement agencies are not public record. Only certain employers such as public utilities, law enforcement, security guard firms and child care facilities have access to this information.
How do I look up criminal records in California?
The best place to find California arrest records is the state’s Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of the Attorney General. However, access to these records is restricted only to official law enforcement agencies. You can only ask for information on your personal criminal history and not on another person’s history.
What are superior court cases?
A superior court is superior relative to a court with limited jurisdiction (see lower court), which is restricted to civil cases involving monetary amounts with a specific limit, or criminal cases involving offenses of a less serious nature. A superior court may hear appeals from lower courts (see court of appeal).
What is a county clerk of court?
A county clerk is an elected or appointed official who handles a wide range of duties, from overseeing all elections to serving as chief clerk of the county court system. He or she maintains birth, marriage, and death records, and is responsible for legal publications.
What is a court case?
Court cases, in the scope of the law, refer to an official legal review of a dispute between opposing parties. Court cases, thus, evaluate legal issues that arise between opposing parties (individuals, entities, government agencies etc.).