El Cajon Arrest Records
El Cajon police blotter records are maintained by the El Cajon Police Department in San Diego County. The city has about 106,000 residents and is located east of San Diego in East County. Arrest records and booking logs are public information under California law. You can request these records through the department's public records process. El Cajon operates its own police department with NextRequest or similar portals for records requests. People arrested in El Cajon are booked into San Diego County jail facilities for custody pending court proceedings.
El Cajon Quick Facts
Request El Cajon Police Records
El Cajon Police Department handles public records requests through NextRequest or similar online systems. The department processes requests for arrest reports, crime reports, and other police documents. You can submit requests online for fastest service.
To request arrest records, provide the name of the person arrested and the date if known. Include any case numbers, report numbers, or location details you have. The more information you provide, the quicker staff can locate your records.
California law requires agencies to respond within 10 days. They must tell you if they have the records and when they will be available. Simple requests are often filled quickly. Complex requests that need review of many files may take longer.
Records available from El Cajon PD include:
- Arrest reports and booking logs
- Traffic collision reports
- Crime reports for victims
- Police incident reports
- Activity logs and statistics
Fees depend on the type of record and how you want to receive it. Digital copies usually cost less than printed ones. The department will inform you of fees before completing your request. Payment is required before records are released.
Public Arrest Information
Under Government Code Section 7923.600, El Cajon police must make certain arrest information public. This includes the name of every person arrested, their age and physical description, the time and date of arrest, the location of the arrest, and the charges filed. Bail amounts are also public records.
Some details may be withheld if releasing them would interfere with an ongoing investigation. Basic booking facts are always public. Arrest information shows charges at the time of booking. Final charges may be different after prosecutors review the case. Court records show what happens after arrest.
Anyone can request public records. You do not need a reason to ask for arrest information. Some personal details may be redacted for privacy, but core arrest facts are available to the public in California.
Note: Arrest records show allegations only and do not prove guilt.
San Diego County Custody Records
People arrested in El Cajon are booked into San Diego County jail facilities. The county sheriff operates jails in downtown San Diego, Vista, and other locations. To find current custody information, check the San Diego County Sheriff Who's In Jail database. This system shows who is in county custody.
You can search by name or booking number. Results show which facility holds the person, their booking date, and expected release date if available. The system undergoes maintenance each Wednesday at noon and is temporarily offline during that time. The data should not be relied on for legal action without verification.
For questions about inmates in San Diego County custody, call the Sheriff's Records and ID Division at (858) 974-2110. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They can provide current custody status and additional information about county jail inmates.
El Cajon Police Contact
The El Cajon Police Department headquarters is located on Civic Center Way near downtown El Cajon. You can visit during business hours or call for non-emergency matters. For public records requests, use the online portal for fastest service.
| Department | El Cajon Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 |
| Non-Emergency | (619) 579-3311 |
| Website | elcajonpd.org |
The police station is near downtown El Cajon. MTS bus routes serve the area. Parking is available at the civic center. Bring a photo ID if you visit the station in person.
Legal Help for El Cajon Residents
The San Diego County Public Defender represents people charged with crimes who cannot afford a private attorney. Their office serves all of San Diego County including El Cajon. The main office is in downtown San Diego. Call (619) 338-4700 for information about public defender services.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego provides free civil legal help to low-income residents. While they do not handle criminal defense cases, they can assist with related civil matters. Their East County office may serve El Cajon. Call (877) 534-2524 or visit lassd.org for more information.
The San Diego County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service at (619) 231-8585. They can connect you with a private attorney who handles criminal law cases in East County. The first meeting may be at a reduced rate.
San Diego County Police Blotter
El Cajon is in San Diego County. The county sheriff maintains arrest and booking records for unincorporated areas and the county jail system. For county jail rosters, booking logs, and arrest records from other San Diego County cities, visit the San Diego County police blotter page.