Search Elk Grove Criminal History

Criminal history records for Elk Grove are maintained by the Sacramento County Superior Court and the Elk Grove Police Department. Elk Grove is in Sacramento County, south of the state capital. The county court system handles all criminal case filings from the city. The Elk Grove Police Department keeps its own records for arrests and incidents that happen within city limits. You can look up court records online at no cost. Police reports require a separate request. This guide covers the main ways to search and get criminal records in Elk Grove.

Elk Grove Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases filed in Elk Grove go through the Sacramento County Superior Court. The county runs several courthouse locations. Cases from Elk Grove are typically assigned to the Carol Miller Justice Center on Florin Road, which is the closest facility to the city. Some cases may go to the downtown Sacramento courthouse depending on the type of charges and court scheduling. Each case gets a unique number when it is filed, and that number is the best way to track it.

The Sacramento County Superior Court public case search is free to use. Enter a name to search for criminal cases filed anywhere in the county. The results show case numbers, charges, hearing dates, and the current status of each case. You can also search by case number if you have one. The system covers both active and closed cases.

Some older records may not be in the online system. The court digitized records at different times for different locations. If you cannot find a case online, contact the clerk's office at the courthouse where it was filed. Staff can pull up records from their internal system. Copies are 50 cents per page and certified copies cost $40.

Elk Grove Police Criminal Records

The Elk Grove Police Department maintains records for all arrests and incidents that occur in the city. These include police reports, arrest logs, and case files. The department does not post individual reports online for public browsing. You need to make a specific request for the report you want.

You can file a records request through the Elk Grove Police records portal online.

The online portal walks you through the request process step by step. You describe what records you need and provide any details you have, like a report number, date, or location. Having the report number speeds things up a lot. The department processes requests under the California Public Records Act and tries to respond within 10 days. Larger requests or those that involve sensitive material may take longer. There is usually no charge to submit a request, but the city can charge for copies if the response is large.

Note: The Elk Grove PD records unit is separate from the Sacramento County Sheriff, which covers unincorporated areas.

Getting Criminal Records in Elk Grove

How you get criminal records from Elk Grove depends on what kind of record you need. Court records, police reports, and statewide background checks each come from different sources. Start with the free court search if you are looking for case filings and charges. Use the police portal for arrest reports and incident details. For a full criminal history that pulls records from every county in California, go through the state DOJ.

The California DOJ runs the statewide criminal record database under Penal Code 11105. You visit a Live Scan location, get fingerprinted, and pay the $25 DOJ fee plus the site's own rolling fee. Results typically come back within a few business days. Several Live Scan sites operate in and around Elk Grove at shipping stores, police facilities, and private vendors. This check is the most thorough option because it covers the whole state.

The Elk Grove Police Department is at 8400 Laguna Palms Way. You can visit in person to request records. Bring a valid ID. Call ahead at (916) 478-8000 to confirm walk-in hours and what you need to bring.

Elk Grove Criminal Record Fees

Fees vary depending on where you get records. The court follows statewide fee schedules. The police department sets its own rates. Here is what to expect for the most common requests.

Typical fees for criminal records in Elk Grove:

• Court name search (over 10 minutes): $15
• Court copies per page: $0.50
• Certified court copy: $40 per document
• DOJ background check: $25 plus Live Scan rolling fee
• Police report copies: varies

Fee waivers are available for court costs if you can show low income or that you receive public benefits. File the waiver request with the court clerk. The judge reviews it and makes the decision. Fee waivers do not cover DOJ or police department charges.

Clearing Records in Elk Grove

If you have a criminal conviction from an Elk Grove case, California law may let you get it dismissed. Under Penal Code 1203.4, you can petition the court after you finish probation. The court withdraws the guilty plea and enters a dismissal. The conviction still shows on your record, but it appears as dismissed. This helps with jobs and housing. AB 1076 has made some of this automatic. The DOJ now reviews eligible records and grants relief on its own without the person having to do anything.

Arrest records can be sealed under Penal Code 851.87. If you were arrested in Elk Grove but never charged, or the case was dismissed, you may petition the court to seal the arrest record. Once it is sealed, most background checks will not show it. File the petition at the courthouse where the case was handled. Legal aid groups in Sacramento County can help if you need assistance with the process.

Nearby Cities

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Sacramento County Criminal Records

Elk Grove is in Sacramento County. All criminal cases from the city are handled by the Sacramento County Superior Court. Visit the county page for details on court searches, sheriff records, and other county resources.