Vallejo Criminal Record Search

Criminal history records in Vallejo are managed by the Vallejo Police Department and the Solano County Superior Court. The city sits at the southern tip of Solano County along the Carquinez Strait. Criminal cases from Vallejo get filed at the Solano County courthouse in Fairfield, which is the county seat. The police department maintains its own arrest records, incident reports, and booking data. Court records are searchable online through the county portal. Police records need a separate request. This page explains how to find criminal history records in Vallejo, California.

Vallejo Criminal Court Records

All criminal cases from Vallejo go through the Solano County Superior Court. The main courthouse is in Fairfield at 600 Union Avenue. Vallejo does not have its own courthouse, so criminal cases from the city are heard at the Fairfield location. This includes felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses that carry criminal penalties. The court assigns a case number when the district attorney files charges. That number follows the case through every stage from arraignment to sentencing or dismissal.

The Solano County court portal lets you search for criminal cases online. Enter a name or case number. Results show the charges, hearing schedule, and where the case stands. The portal is free and open to anyone. You do not need to register for an account to use the search tool.

If an older case does not appear in the online system, contact the clerk's office in Fairfield. Some records from years past have not been added to the digital database. The clerk can look up a case by name or case number in person. Copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies are $40 per document. Bring a valid ID when you visit.

Vallejo Police Criminal Records

The Vallejo Police Department maintains its own records separate from the court. Arrest reports, incident reports, booking records, and investigation files are all held by the department. When someone gets arrested in Vallejo, the officers create a report that stays with the department. The DA reviews police reports and decides whether to file criminal charges with the court. If you need a copy of a police report from Vallejo, you go through the department's records request system instead of the court.

The Vallejo police records request portal lets you submit requests for police reports and other city documents online.

Through this portal you can request police reports, arrest records, and other public documents from the city of Vallejo. Fill in the form with details about the record you need. A report number, date, or the names of people involved will help the department find what you are looking for. Requests are processed under the California Public Records Act. Most simple requests come back within a few weeks. The city does not charge a fee to file a request, but may charge for large copy jobs or records that take significant staff time to prepare.

Getting Criminal Records in Vallejo

You can get criminal records in Vallejo through a few different channels. Court records, police reports, and full background checks each come from their own source. If you want to check on a criminal case, start with the free Solano County court search. For a police report, use the city's records portal. For a complete state criminal history, go through the California DOJ.

A Live Scan fingerprint check gives you the most complete criminal history available. The California DOJ runs the state criminal record database under Penal Code 11105. You visit a Live Scan site, get fingerprinted, and pay the $25 DOJ fee along with the location's rolling fee. Results come back in a few business days. The check pulls records from every county in California, so it catches things a single county search would miss. Several Live Scan locations operate in Vallejo and nearby Benicia and American Canyon.

The Vallejo Police Department is at 111 Amador Street. You can visit in person during business hours to request records. Call (707) 648-4321 ahead of time to confirm what you need to bring. The CDCR inmate search covers people in state prison. The Megan's Law website lists registered sex offenders in the Vallejo area.

Vallejo Criminal Record Fees

Costs for criminal records in Vallejo depend on where the record comes from. Court fees are set by state law and apply across all of Solano County. Police record fees are set by the city.

Typical fees for criminal records in Vallejo:

• 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
• Online court search: free

Cannot afford court fees? Ask the clerk about a fee waiver. You need to show proof of low income or that you receive public assistance. The judge reviews and decides. Fee waivers cover court costs only. They do not help with DOJ fees or police department charges.

Note: Some Live Scan sites charge a higher rolling fee than others, so it pays to call around and compare before you go.

Clearing Records in Vallejo

California law provides a way to clear certain criminal records. If you have a conviction from Vallejo, you may be eligible for a dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4. You file a petition after completing probation. The court changes the conviction to a dismissal on your record if the judge approves. This can make a real difference for jobs, housing, and other parts of life. AB 1076 also set up automatic relief. The DOJ reviews eligible records and grants dismissals without the person needing to take any action.

Arrest records can be sealed as well. Under Penal Code 851.87, if charges were never filed or your case was dismissed, you can petition the court to seal the arrest. Once sealed, the arrest drops off most background checks. File the petition at the Solano County courthouse in Fairfield. You can do this on your own or work with a lawyer.

Nearby Cities

These cities are near Vallejo. Criminal cases from each city go through their county's Superior Court system.

Solano County Criminal Records

Vallejo is in Solano County. All criminal cases from the city go through the Solano County Superior Court in Fairfield. Visit the county page for more details on court searches, sheriff records, and county-level resources.