Riverside Police Logs
Riverside police blotter records come from the Riverside Police Department. The city has its own police force. When police make an arrest in Riverside, the person is booked at Riverside County Jail. The police department handles requests for police reports and arrest records. You can request a report through the NextRequest portal. The blotter shows booking data for people arrested in Riverside.
Riverside Quick Facts
Riverside Police Records
The Riverside Police Department keeps arrest records and police reports for the city. The department has a records bureau that handles public records requests. If you need a copy of a police report from Riverside, you must submit a request online. The department uses NextRequest for all public records requests.
Police records in Riverside include crime reports, accident reports, and arrest reports. Some reports are public, others are not. The department follows California law when deciding what to release. If your request is denied, they will tell you why. Processing time varies depending on the case and how busy the records bureau is.
| Agency | Riverside Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 4102 Orange Street Riverside, CA 92501 |
| Phone | (951) 826-5700 |
| NextRequest Portal | riversidecountyca.nextrequest.com |
You can request police records online through the NextRequest portal at riversidecountyca.nextrequest.com. Create an account and submit your request. The system tracks your request and sends you updates. You can see the status of your request and get notifications when it is ready.
The Riverside Police Department uses the NextRequest system for public records requests. The system is user-friendly and you can track your request online. Once approved, you pay any fees and receive your records. More info on the records bureau is at the city website.
Riverside County Booking Records
People arrested in Riverside are booked at Riverside County Jail. The jail serves all of Riverside County. You can search for inmates online using the sheriff inmate locator. The system is at jimspub.riversidesheriff.org. The database shows current inmates and recent bookings.
The inmate locator lets you search by name or booking number. It shows the charge, bail amount, booking date, and where the person is held. The system updates regularly. If you cannot find someone, try searching by a different name or check back later. Some bookings take time to show up in the system.
The Riverside County jail system uses JailATM for inmate deposits and money transfers. If you need to send money to an inmate, go to the JailATM website. The sheriff website has links to inmate services. For questions about the inmate locator, call the sheriff main number at (951) 955-2400.
California Public Records Act
The California Public Records Act governs access to police records in Riverside. 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 Riverside 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 Riverside
If you need a background check in Riverside, 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 Riverside 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: Riverside Police Department uses the NextRequest portal system for all public records requests.
Riverside Crime Data
Crime statistics for Riverside come from the police department and the California DOJ. The data shows arrest trends, crime rates, and public safety info. Riverside is one of the largest cities in Riverside 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 Riverside. 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 Riverside 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 Riverside.
Riverside County Police Blotter
Riverside is in Riverside County. All arrests in the city are processed through the Riverside County jail system. The county sheriff handles custody and booking records for the entire county. For more on Riverside County arrest records, inmate search tools, and booking logs, visit the Riverside County police blotter page.