Richmond Arrest Records
Richmond police blotter records come from the Richmond Police Department. The city has its own police force. When police make an arrest in Richmond, the person is booked at Contra Costa County Jail. The police department handles requests for police reports and arrest records. You can request a report online or by phone. The blotter shows booking data for people arrested in Richmond.
Richmond Quick Facts
Richmond Police Records
The Richmond Police Department keeps arrest records and police reports for the city. The department has a records division that handles public records requests. If you need a copy of a police report from Richmond, you must submit a request. The department follows California law when deciding what to release.
Police records in Richmond include crime reports, accident reports, and arrest reports. Some reports are public, others are not. The department reviews each request under the California Public Records Act. If your request is denied, they will tell you why. Processing time varies depending on the case and how busy the records division is.
| Agency | Richmond Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 27th Street Richmond, CA 94804 |
| Phone | (510) 233-1214 |
| Records | Contact main number |
You can request police records by calling the main number and asking for the records division. They will tell you what info you need to provide. Most requests need the date of the incident, location, and names of people involved. The case number helps if you have it. Once your request is approved, they make copies and send them to you.
Contra Costa County Booking Records
People arrested in Richmond are booked at Contra Costa County Jail. The jail serves all of Contra Costa County. You can search for inmates online using the county sheriff website. The inmate reports system shows current inmates and recent bookings. It has the name, booking date, charges, and where the person is held.
The Contra Costa County Sheriff runs an inmate information system. The system is at inmateinfo.so.cccounty.us. You can search by name or booking number. The system shows all people currently in custody. It updates regularly so you can see new bookings and releases.
The Contra Costa County Custody Services Bureau operates 24/7. Call (925) 646-4496 for questions about inmates or bookings. The Martinez Detention Facility is at (925) 335-4600. Staff can help you find booking info if you cannot locate it online.
California Public Records Act
The California Public Records Act governs access to police records in Richmond. Under Government Code section 7923.600, law enforcement must release certain details about arrests. These include the name, age, time of arrest, location, and charge. This is the basic info in the police blotter.
Full arrest reports and incident reports are often exempt under Penal Code sections 11105 and 11075. The Richmond Police Department may refuse to release these reports if they are part of an ongoing investigation. Once a case is closed or goes to court, more records may become public. The booking log is usually public right away because it is just a summary.
If the department denies your request, they must tell you why. They cite the section of law that allows them to keep the record private. You can appeal the decision or file a complaint if you disagree. Legal help may be needed to challenge a denial. More on the law is at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov.
Background Checks in Richmond
If you need a background check in Richmond, you can get your criminal record from the California Department of Justice. The DOJ uses Live Scan fingerprinting. You go to a Live Scan site and pay the fee. The DOJ sends you a report of your criminal history. The fee is $25 for a personal check.
Live Scan sites are located across California. Find one near Richmond at oag.ca.gov. The process takes a few weeks. The DOJ mails you the report or sends it electronically. Employers and licensing agencies also use Live Scan checks. The process is the same but the fee may be higher.
Background checks show arrests, convictions, and pending cases. They do not show expunged records. If you have an old arrest, you may be able to get it removed from your record. California law allows some people to petition for expungement. Check with a lawyer or legal aid group if you need help.
Note: Contra Costa County Custody Services Bureau operates 24/7 at (925) 646-4496 for booking inquiries.
Richmond Crime Data
Crime statistics for Richmond come from the police department and the California DOJ. The data shows arrest trends, crime rates, and public safety info. Richmond is one of the larger cities in Contra Costa County. You can see how many arrests happen each year and what charges are most common.
The California DOJ tracks arrest data by city. The OpenJustice portal has stats for Richmond. You can filter by year, charge, and age. The data is updated regularly. Go to openjustice.doj.ca.gov to view the portal. The crime statistics dashboard shows charts and graphs for trends.
The Richmond Police Department may also publish its own crime reports. Some departments post annual stats online. Check the city website or call the department to ask if they have data. Crime stats help you understand public safety trends in Richmond.
Contra Costa County Police Blotter
Richmond is in Contra Costa County. All arrests in the city are processed through the Contra Costa County jail system. The county sheriff handles custody and booking records for the entire county. For more on Contra Costa County arrest records, inmate search tools, and booking logs, visit the Contra Costa County police blotter page.