Fontana Police Blotter
Fontana police blotter records are maintained by the Fontana Police Department in San Bernardino County. The city has about 210,000 residents and is one of the largest cities in the Inland Empire. Arrest records and booking logs are public information under California law. You can request these records through the department's Records Unit by calling (909) 356-7103. The department operates its own police force. People arrested in Fontana are booked into San Bernardino County jail facilities where custody records are maintained by the county sheriff.
Fontana Quick Facts
Fontana Police Records Unit
The Fontana Police Department Records Unit handles all public records requests for the city. Visit the Fontana PD Records Unit page for information on how to request arrest records and police reports. You can call the Records Unit at (909) 356-7103 during business hours.
To request arrest records, contact the Records Unit with the name of the person arrested and the date if known. Include any case numbers or report numbers you have. The more details you provide, the easier it is for staff to locate your records.
California law requires agencies to respond to records requests 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 may take longer if staff need to review many files or redact private information.
Records available from Fontana PD include:
- Arrest reports and booking logs
- Traffic collision reports
- Crime reports for victims
- Police incident reports
- Activity logs and statistics
Fees vary based 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, Fontana 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 to explain why you want 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 and do not prove guilt until a court conviction.
San Bernardino County Custody Records
People arrested in Fontana are booked into San Bernardino County jail facilities. The county sheriff operates jails across the county. To find current custody information, check the San Bernardino County Inmate Booking Search database. This system shows who is in county custody.
The database notes that California Government Code specifies certain items within an adult arrest booking application are releasable as public information. You can search by name or booking number. If a name does not appear on the site, contact West Valley Detention Center at (909) 350-2476 for assistance.
The county operates multiple detention facilities. For questions about inmates in San Bernardino County custody, contact the facility where they are held. The booking search system provides information about which facility holds each inmate.
Fontana Police Contact
The Fontana Police Department headquarters is located on Sierra Avenue in central Fontana. You can visit during business hours or call for non-emergency matters. For public records requests, call the Records Unit directly.
| Department | Fontana Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 17005 Upland Avenue Fontana, CA 92335 |
| Non-Emergency | (909) 350-7700 |
| Records Unit | (909) 356-7103 |
The police station is on Upland Avenue in Fontana. Omnitrans bus routes serve the area. Parking is available at the station. Bring a photo ID if you visit the station in person.
Legal Help for Fontana Residents
The San Bernardino County Public Defender represents people charged with crimes who cannot afford a private attorney. Their office serves all of San Bernardino County including Fontana. The main office is in San Bernardino. Call (909) 387-7690 for information about public defender services.
Inland Counties Legal Services provides free civil legal help to low-income residents in San Bernardino County. While they do not handle criminal defense cases, they can assist with related civil matters. Call (800) 977-4257 or visit inlandlegal.org for more information.
The San Bernardino County Bar Association can provide information about legal resources in the county. They may operate a lawyer referral service that can connect you with a private attorney who handles criminal law cases.
San Bernardino County Police Blotter
Fontana is in San Bernardino 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 Bernardino County cities, visit the San Bernardino County police blotter page.