Fresno County Sheriff’s Office
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office is a law enforcement agency that serves Fresno County, California. The Sheriff's Office is responsible for providing law enforcement services to the unincorporated areas of the county, as well as to the cities of Clovis, Huron, Kerman, Mendota, Orange Cove, Reedley, San Joaquin, Sanger, and Selma. The Sheriff's Office also provides court security and bailiff services for the Fresno County Superior Court.
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Responsibilities
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office is responsible for providing the following law enforcement services:
- Patrolling unincorporated areas of the county
- Responding to calls for service
- Investigating crimes
- Arresting suspects
- Booking suspects into jail
- Providing court security
- Serving warrants
- Conducting search and rescue operations
Fresno County Arrest Warrants Search
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office maintains a database of active arrest warrants for Fresno County. This database is available to the public and can be searched online.
How to Find a Warrant in Fresno County
To search for a warrant in Fresno County, follow these steps:
- Go to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office website.
- Click on the "Warrants" tab.
- Click on the "Search Warrants" link.
- Enter the first and last name of the person you are searching for.
- Click on the "Search" button.
The search results will display a list of all active arrest warrants for the person you are searching for. The results will include the warrant number, the issuing agency, the offense, the bail amount, and the date the warrant was issued.
What to Do If You Have a Warrant
If you have a warrant for your arrest, you should turn yourself in to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office. You can do this by going to the Sheriff's Office in person or by calling the Sheriff's Office at (559) 488-3111.
If you fail to turn yourself in, the Sheriff's Office may arrest you at any time. You may also be subject to additional penalties, such as fines and jail time.
How to Get a Warrant Recalled
If you have a warrant for your arrest, you can file a motion to have the warrant recalled. This motion must be filed with the court that issued the warrant.
The court will consider the following factors when deciding whether to recall the warrant:
- The seriousness of the offense
- Your criminal history
- Your flight risk
- Your ability to pay bail
If the court grants your motion, the warrant will be recalled and you will no longer be subject to arrest.
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Fresno County Mugshots
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office releases mugshots of individuals who have been arrested and booked into the Fresno County Jail. Mugshots are typically released within 24 hours of the arrest.
How to Obtain Mugshots
Mugshots can be obtained from the Fresno County Sheriff's Office in the following ways:
- In person: Mugshots can be obtained in person at the Fresno County Sheriff's Office Records Division. The Records Division is located at 2200 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721. The Records Division is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- By mail: Mugshots can be obtained by mail by sending a written request to the Fresno County Sheriff's Office Records Division. The request should include the full name and date of birth of the individual whose mugshot is being requested. The request should also include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
- Online: Mugshots can be obtained online through the Fresno County Sheriff's Office website. To obtain a mugshot online, go to the Sheriff's Office website and click on the "Inmate Search" link. Enter the first and last name of the individual whose mugshot you are searching for. The search results will display a link to the individual's mugshot.
Availability of Mugshots
Mugshots are public records and are available to anyone who requests them. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, mugshots may not be released if the individual is a juvenile or if the release of the mugshot would jeopardize an ongoing investigation.
Bond Information
What is a Bail Bond?
A bail bond is a type of surety bond that is used to secure the release of a person who has been arrested and charged with a crime. When a person is arrested, they are typically taken to jail and held until their trial date. However, a person can be released from jail before their trial date if they post bail.
Bail is a sum of money that is set by the court. The amount of bail depends on the severity of the crime and the defendant's criminal history.
How to Post a Bond in Fresno County
There are two ways to post a bond in Fresno County:
- Cash bond: A cash bond is a bond that is paid in cash. The full amount of the bail must be paid in cash to the court.
- Surety bond: A surety bond is a bond that is issued by a bail bondsman. The bail bondsman will charge a fee for the bond, which is typically 10% of the bail amount.
If you cannot afford to pay the full amount of the bail, you can hire a bail bondsman to post a surety bond for you.
Fresno County Most Wanted
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office maintains a list of the county's most wanted fugitives. This list includes individuals who are wanted for serious crimes such as murder, rape, and robbery.
How to View the Fresno County Most Wanted List
The Fresno County Most Wanted list can be viewed online at the Fresno County Sheriff's Office website. To view the list, go to the Sheriff's Office website and click on the "Most Wanted" tab.
The Most Wanted list includes the following information for each fugitive:
- Name
- Age
- Race
- Gender
- Height
- Weight
- Hair color
- Eye color
- Identifying marks or tattoos
- Crime(s) for which the fugitive is wanted
- Reward amount (if any)
How to Report Information About a Fugitive
If you have information about the whereabouts of a fugitive on the Fresno County Most Wanted list, you can report it to the Sheriff's Office in the following ways:
- Call the Sheriff's Office at (559) 600-3111.
- Submit a tip online through the Sheriff's Office website.
- Visit the Sheriff's Office in person at 2200 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721.
You can remain anonymous when you report information about a fugitive.
Sex Offender Registry
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office provides a Sex Offender Registry that allows the public to search for registered sex offenders in the county. The registry includes information such as the offender's name, address, date of birth, physical description, and the crime(s) for which the offender was convicted.
How to Search the Fresno County Sex Offender Registry
To search the Fresno County Sex Offender Registry, go to the Sheriff's Office website and click on the "Sex Offender Registry" tab. You can search for offenders by name, address, or zip code.
Why is the Sex Offender Registry Important?
The Sex Offender Registry is an important tool for public safety. It allows members of the public to learn about the whereabouts of registered sex offenders in their community. This information can help people to protect themselves and their families from potential harm.
Fresno County Sex Offender Registry
Location and Contact Details
Fresno County Sheriff's Office 2200 Fresno Street Fresno, CA 93721
Phone: (559) 488-3111
Fax: (559) 441-8624
Email: [email protected]
Website: fresnosheriff.org