Carson Arrest Records
Carson police blotter records are maintained by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Carson is a city of about 95,000 people in Los Angeles County. The city contracts with the LA County Sheriff for all law enforcement services. This means arrest records and booking logs for Carson go through the Sheriff's Department records system. You can request Carson arrest information through the LASD Records Bureau in Norwalk. The bureau handles public records for Carson and many other contract cities in LA County.
Carson Quick Facts
LA County Sheriff Records
Carson uses the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for police services. All arrests in Carson are made by LASD deputies assigned to the Carson station. Arrest records and booking logs go through the Sheriff's central records system. To request Carson police blotter information, contact the LASD Records and Identification Bureau in Norwalk.
The Records Bureau is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. by appointment only. You must call (562) 345-4441 to schedule a visit. The bureau is at 12440 East Imperial Highway, Suite 400 West, in Norwalk. Walk-in service is not available. All visits require advance appointments.
Under California law, you cannot get a copy of your own arrest report. Government Code Section 6254(f) exempts local police agency records of investigation from public release to suspects. You can request arrest reports for other people or for incidents where you were a victim. The bureau can tell you what records are available and how much they cost.
LASD Booking Logs
The Los Angeles County Sheriff publishes a booking log online. This log shows recent arrests and bookings across the entire county jail system. You can view bookings from Carson and all other areas served by LASD. The log updates regularly with new arrest data.
To search for someone in the booking log, you may need to solve a reCAPTCHA. The system requires this security step before showing inmate data. You can search by name, booking number, or other criteria. Results show when the person was booked, what facility they are in, and their charges.
Records you can find through LASD include:
- Recent booking logs
- Current custody information
- Jail facility locations
- Bail and release dates
For older arrest records not shown in the online booking log, you need to make a formal records request to the Records Bureau. They can search archives and provide copies of arrest reports and booking documents for a fee.
Note: The booking log shows arrests only and does not include court outcomes or final dispositions.
Find Inmates from Carson
People arrested in Carson are booked into the Los Angeles County jail system. The county operates multiple jail facilities across the region. To find current custody information, use the LASD Inmate Information Center. This database shows who is in county custody and where they are being held.
The inmate search requires you to complete a reCAPTCHA before accessing data. You can search by name, booking number, or other identifiers. Results show the jail facility, booking date, charges, and bail amount if set. The database updates regularly but may have delays during high-volume periods.
Los Angeles County has the largest jail system in the United States. Inmates may be held at various facilities depending on their charges, classification, and bed space availability. The Inmate Information Center can tell you which facility holds a specific person.
Carson Sheriff Station
The Carson Sheriff Station serves the city of Carson. Deputies assigned to this station respond to calls and make arrests in Carson. For non-emergency matters, you can contact the station directly. For arrest records, you must go through the central Records Bureau in Norwalk.
| Station | Los Angeles County Sheriff - Carson Station |
|---|---|
| Address | 21356 South Avalon Boulevard Carson, CA 90745 |
| Non-Emergency | (310) 830-1123 |
| Records Bureau | (562) 345-4441 (by appointment only) |
The Carson station is on Avalon Boulevard in central Carson. You can reach it by car or public transit. Metro bus routes serve the area. Parking is available at the station. Bring a photo ID if you visit in person.
Legal Help in Carson
The Los Angeles County Public Defender represents people charged with crimes who qualify based on income. Their office serves all of LA County including Carson. The main office is in downtown Los Angeles at 320 West Temple Street. Call (213) 974-3000 for information about public defender services.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles provides free civil legal help to low-income residents. While they do not handle criminal defense, they can assist with related matters. Their South Bay office serves Carson and surrounding cities. Call (800) 399-4529 or visit lafla.org to see if you qualify for services.
The Los Angeles County Bar Association operates a lawyer referral service at (213) 243-1525. They can connect you with a private attorney who handles criminal law cases. There is a small referral fee and the first meeting may be at a reduced rate.
Los Angeles County Police Blotter
Carson is in Los Angeles County and uses LA County Sheriff for law enforcement. The county maintains arrest and booking records for Carson and many other cities. For county jail rosters, booking logs, and arrest records from across LA County, visit the Los Angeles County police blotter page.