Oxnard Arrest Records

Arrest records in Oxnard, Ventura, California, refer to documents that contain details of local law enforcement detentions. They usually include information such as the arrestee's name, date of birth, physical description, time, and date of the arrest, as well as information about the arresting officer, charges, and location.

Generally, most arrests are executed where probable cause is established through law enforcement investigation or witness testimony. However, arrest records do not always directly imply the accused's guilt or liability for the alleged crime. Arrest records are public records maintained primarily by the sheriff's office. They may also be obtained through Ventura County Arrest Records containing criminal case documents.

Are Arrest Records Public in Oxnard?

Yes. Oxnard arrest records are publicly accessible as provided in the California Public Records Act (PRA). The CPRA ensures the public may access and make copies of public agencies' records, including arrest records. The Act also provides for records that must be exempted from public access for the protection of the privacy or security of an individual. When these records are part of public records, the law requires that they be redacted or classified. Such exemptions include:

• Medical records
• Details that pose a danger to a witness or others' safety
• Details that may jeopardize an ongoing investigation or deprive a person of a fair hearing
• Juvenile information.

The public may access more information or arrest records through the Oxnard Police Department at:

Oxnard Police Department
251 South C Street
Oxnard, California 93030
(805) 385-7740 - Non-emergency Dispatch
(805) 385-7600 - Phone Number (General Inquiries)
(805) 385-7746 - Watch Commander

Oxnard Arrest Statistics

Oxnard arrest statistics are available at the city police department or the FBI UCR website. Within the past two years, records show 2,260 arrests for all other offenses, 869 arrests for simple assaults, and 741 arrests for aggravated assaults. There were 453 arrests for larceny, 144 arrests for burglary, 111 motor vehicle theft arrests, 108 arrests for robbery, and 26 arrests for arson. The department also recorded seven arrests for murder, two arrests for manslaughter, and 13 arrests for rape.

Individuals detained from these arrests are generally held at:

Ventura County Main Jail
The Pre-Trial Detention Facility
800 S Victoria Avenue, P.O. Box 6929
Ventura, California 93009
(805) 654-3335 - Inmate Information and Questions

Ventura County Juvenile Facilities
4333 Vineyard Avenue
Oxnard, California 93036
(805) 981-5521 - Supervising Probation Officer

Find Oxnard Arrest Records

Oxnard County arrest records are public documents maintained primarily by the Ventura County Sheriff's Office and the police department. Anyone may access these records through mail-in or in-person requests. Records requests must contain information about the arrested individual or the circumstances of the arrest.

Individuals who cannot submit requests in person or by mail may use the County Sheriff's Office's Inmate Search website to look up updated jail records. The city police department also has a Records Request, which has a Records available online link for searches. The state also maintains a California Incarcerated Records and Information Search (CIRIS) website, which provides access to a statewide prison and jail records database.

Oxnard Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Oxnard arrest and criminal records are synonymous for describing an individual's criminal history, but they do not contain the same information. Criminal records refer to documents and details of a person's criminal history. Criminal records may include arrest, criminal court, and inmate records. In comparison, an arrest record relates to documents and files showing law enforcement arrests and detention details.

Arrest records provide information about an individual's detention for an alleged crime and are maintained by law enforcement agencies. Criminal records may be divided based on the agency maintaining them. Law enforcement agencies keep records of arrests, charges, and custody information, while criminal court records show details of criminal trials and convictions.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record in Oxnard?

In Oxnard, arrests may remain on your public record indefinitely, unless legal actions are taken. The city maintains arrest records in line with county regulations, which require a legal process to remove or seal arrest records. This law applies whether the charges were dismissed or not filed. However, the city allows individuals to remove arrests from their records without waiting for automatic sealing. This is done through expungement, which is available to individuals who meet these conditions:

• The arrest did not lead to a conviction
• There are no pending criminal charges or prosecution
• The statutes of limitation for the crime have taken effect
• For factual innocence, the petitioner must bring the petition within two years of the arrest
• Successful completion of the sentence

Oxnard Arrest Warrants

Arrest warrants are legal orders issued and signed by a magistrate or judge authorizing the detention of an individual named in the document by law enforcement agents for an alleged crime indicated in the document. Oxnard arrest warrants are issued by a judge or magistrate who signs the warrant to give it authority. These warrants remain active till the arrest is executed or the court discards the warrant. They are issued on the condition that the petitioner or law enforcement agencies prove probable cause has been established.

Two types of warrants may be issued: Arrest warrants and bench warrants. An arrest warrant is issued to apprehend an individual, while a bench warrant is issued to apprehend an individual who does not appear in court. Arrest warrants are public documents that may be looked up or obtained through the office of the Sheriff or local police stations. This document will generally contain information like the full name and physical description of the arrestee, the arresting agency, the time, date, and location of the arrest, and the arresting officer's full name.

Do Oxnard Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Oxnard arrest warrants generally do not expire. After they are issued, they remain active until the arresting officer executes them or the court clears them. The arresting officer may execute the warrant within legal measures after it is issued.

Expunge Oxnard Arrest Records

Generally, some offenders may be able to have their arrests expunged from their records if they satisfy certain conditions. California law allows individuals to expunge their arrest from their public records. The process is available in two ways: Sealing of Arrest records and Dismissal of Convictions. Applicants may take advantage of this process if there was no conviction, there are no pending charges or trial, the waiting period has passed, the sentence has been completed, and if factual innocence is proven, the petition is filed within two years from the arrest date.

Expungement of arrests in Oxnard typically begins with the offender confirming that they are eligible. After confirmation, obtain the petition form from the Ventura County Superior Court's Self-Help Legal Access Center or the Judicial Council Forms on the California Courts website. Fill out Form CR-409 (Petition to Seal Arrest and Related Records) or Form CR-180 (Petition for Dismissal) and attach any relevant and helpful documents before filing at the Ventura County Superior Court where the original case was handled or in the arrest jurisdiction. Serve the arresting agency and the Ventura County District Attorney's Office, and ensure you obtain proof of service. If the court schedules a hearing for the petition, attend the hearing and be ready to provide any explanation required to help your case. If granted, obtain the court order (Order to Seal Arrest and Related Records, Form CR-410). Send certified copies of the order to the California Department of Justice to ensure your public records are updated.