Burbank Arrest Logs
Burbank police blotter records are published online by the Burbank Police Department. This Los Angeles County city has about 105,000 residents. The department posts daily arrest logs on its website covering the past 30 days. These logs are provided in standard PDF format and anyone can view them for free. Each log shows arrests made by Burbank officers on a specific date. Information includes names, ages, charges, and booking times. This makes Burbank one of the more transparent cities in California for public access to police blotter data.
Burbank Quick Facts
Access Daily Arrest Logs
Burbank publishes its arrest logs online each day. The Burbank Police Department daily arrest logs page has PDF files for the past 30 days. Each file lists all arrests made on that date. You can download and view these logs without creating an account or paying a fee.
The logs show each person's name, age, and address. The arrest time and location are included. Charges are listed along with any bail amount set. These are basic booking details captured at the time of arrest. Final charges may differ after court proceedings begin.
To find someone in the arrest logs, check the date you think they were arrested. Open that day's PDF and search for the name. If you do not know the exact date, you may need to check several days. The PDFs are searchable, so you can use the find function in your PDF reader to look for a specific name quickly.
Note: Arrest logs show only people booked by Burbank police and do not include arrests by other agencies.
Request Burbank Police Records
For records beyond the daily arrest logs, you can submit a public records request to the Burbank Police Department. This includes older arrest reports, crime reports, traffic collision reports, and other documents. The department handles requests through its records unit.
To make a request, contact the Burbank Police Department in writing. Include your name and contact information. Describe the records you want as specifically as possible. Provide names, dates, case numbers, and locations if you have them. The more details you give, the easier it is for staff to find what you need.
California law requires agencies to respond within 10 days. They must tell you if they have the records and when you can expect them. Complex requests may take longer to process. The department will inform you of any fees before releasing the records.
Types of records you can request include:
- Arrest reports older than 30 days
- Crime reports for victims
- Traffic accident reports
- Police activity logs
- Call for service records
Fees depend on the type of record and how you want to receive it. Digital copies cost less than printed ones in most cases. You must pay before the department releases your records.
Los Angeles County Custody Records
People arrested in Burbank may be held in Los Angeles County jail facilities. The county operates the largest jail system in the nation. To find current custody information, use the Los Angeles County Sheriff Inmate Information Center. This online database shows who is in county custody.
The system requires you to solve a reCAPTCHA before accessing inmate data. You can search by name or booking number. Results show the facility where the person is held, their booking date, and bail information. The database updates regularly but may have delays during high-volume periods.
Los Angeles County also publishes a booking log that shows recent arrests. This log covers bookings across the entire county jail system. For questions about someone in LA County custody, call the jail information line. Contact information is available on the LASD website.
Burbank Police Department Contact
The Burbank Police Department headquarters is located on Third Street in downtown Burbank. You can visit during business hours for some services. For arrest logs, use the online system. For other records, submit a written request.
| Department | Burbank Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 North Third Street Burbank, CA 91502 |
| Non-Emergency | (818) 238-3000 |
| Arrest Logs | burbankca.gov/web/police-department/daily-arrest-logs |
Downtown Burbank is served by Burbank Bus and Metro lines. The police station is near the downtown Burbank Metrolink station. Street parking is available but may be limited. There are parking structures nearby if you plan to visit in person.
Legal Help in Burbank
The Los Angeles County Public Defender serves people charged with crimes who qualify based on income. Their office represents clients throughout LA County including Burbank. The main office is in downtown Los Angeles. Call (213) 974-3000 for information about public defender services.
Public Counsel is the largest pro bono law firm in the nation and serves Los Angeles County. They offer free legal help to low-income individuals and families. While they focus on civil matters, they can provide guidance on related issues. Their office is at 610 South Ardmore Avenue in Los Angeles. Call (213) 385-2977 or visit publiccounsel.org for more information.
The Los Angeles County Bar Association operates a lawyer referral service. Call (213) 243-1525 to get connected with a private attorney who handles criminal law cases. There is a small referral fee, and the first meeting with the lawyer may be at a reduced rate.
Los Angeles County Police Blotter
Burbank is in Los Angeles County. The county sheriff maintains arrest and booking records for unincorporated areas and contract cities. For county jail rosters, sheriff booking logs, and arrest records from other LA County locations, visit the Los Angeles County police blotter page.