Look Up Victorville Criminal History

Criminal history records in Victorville are maintained by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department and the San Bernardino County Superior Court. Victorville does not have its own city police force. Law enforcement comes from the Sheriff's Department, which runs a station in the city. All criminal cases from Victorville get filed through the county court system. The Victorville courthouse handles cases from the High Desert area. You can search court records online for free. Police reports need a separate request through the city. This page explains how to find criminal records in Victorville, California.

Victorville Criminal Court Records

Criminal cases from Victorville go through the San Bernardino County Superior Court. The county operates several courthouse locations, and Victorville has its own at 14455 Civic Drive. This courthouse serves the High Desert communities, including Victorville, Adelanto, Apple Valley, and Hesperia. Felony and misdemeanor cases from Victorville are heard here. The court assigns a case number when the DA files charges. That number stays with the case through every stage of the process.

The San Bernardino County court case search is the free online tool for looking up criminal cases. Enter a name or case number. Results display the charges, hearing dates, case status, and which courthouse has the file. You do not need an account. Anyone can search it.

Not all old cases show up in the online system. The court has not digitized every historical record. If you need a case from years back and it does not appear online, go to the Victorville courthouse in person. The clerk can look it up in the physical files. Copies are 50 cents a page. Certified copies cost $40 each. The clerk's office is open on weekdays during regular business hours.

Note: Sealed and expunged records do not appear in the San Bernardino County online case search.

Victorville Police Criminal Records

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department provides law enforcement for Victorville. The city contracts with the Sheriff rather than running its own police department. The Sheriff's Victorville Station handles calls, patrols, and criminal investigations for the city. Police reports, arrest records, and incident reports are all kept by the Sheriff's Department. To get a copy of a police report, you go through the city's public records request system.

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

Through this portal you can request police reports, arrest records, and other public documents from Victorville. Fill out the form with the details of what you need. Include report numbers, dates, or names if you have them. The city processes requests under the California Public Records Act. Simple requests for a single report typically come back in a couple of weeks. More complex requests take longer. There is no charge to file a request, though the city may charge for large copy jobs.

Getting Criminal Records in Victorville

There are a few ways to get criminal records in Victorville. The method depends on the type of record you need. Court records, police reports, and state background checks each come from a different agency. Start with the free court search online for case lookups. Use the city's records portal for police reports. Go through the California DOJ for a full criminal history that covers the entire state.

For the most complete criminal history check, visit a Live Scan site in the Victorville area. The California DOJ runs the state criminal record database under Penal Code 11105. You get fingerprinted at an approved location and pay the $25 DOJ fee plus the site's rolling fee. Results typically come back in a few business days. This check pulls criminal records from every county in California, making it the most thorough option available. Several Live Scan locations operate in Victorville, Hesperia, and Apple Valley.

The CDCR inmate search lets you find people in state prison. The Megan's Law website tracks registered sex offenders in Victorville and across the state. Both are free to use.

Victorville Criminal Record Fees

Fees for criminal records in Victorville vary by the source. Court fees are set by state law and apply across San Bernardino County. The Sheriff's Department and city set their own rates for police records and report copies.

Common fees for criminal records in Victorville include:

• 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 by request size
• Online court search: free

If you cannot afford the court fees, ask the clerk about a fee waiver. You will need to show proof of low income or that you receive public benefits. The judge reviews the request. Fee waivers only cover court costs. They do not apply to DOJ fees or police department charges.

Clearing Records in Victorville

California law gives people a way to clear certain criminal records from their history. If you have a conviction from Victorville, you may qualify for a dismissal under Penal Code 1203.4. After finishing probation, you petition the court. If the judge approves, the conviction gets changed to a dismissal. This can help with job searches and housing applications. AB 1076 also created an automatic process. The DOJ reviews eligible records and grants relief without the person needing to file any paperwork at all.

Arrest records can be sealed too. Under Penal Code 851.87, if you were arrested in Victorville but charges were never filed or the case was dismissed, you can petition to seal the arrest. Once sealed, it does not appear on most background checks. File the petition at the Victorville courthouse. You can handle it on your own or hire a lawyer for help. Legal aid organizations in San Bernardino County may offer free help with the process if you qualify based on income.

Nearby Cities

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

San Bernardino County Criminal Records

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