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Where is the Santa Ana Police Department? |
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The main police headquarters is located at:
60 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
For a map, click here.
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What are the Police Department's business hours? |
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Generally, the department is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, and closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. However, the hours vary for each division or section. Click here for more info.
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Does the Santa Ana Police Department have any sub-stations? |
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Yes, there are two sub-stations:
- Downtown Sub-Station - 305 E. 4th Street, #200
- Westend Sub-Station - 3750 W. McFadden Avenue, #I
For more information, click here.
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Where is the Santa Ana Jail? |
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The Santa Ana Jail is located on the south side of the police department, at:
62 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
For a map or directions, click here.
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What are the Jail's business hours? |
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The Jail's front lobby is open to the public from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Inmate visitation hours differ from these hours. For more information, click here.
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How do I report an emergency? |
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Dial 9-1-1 and be prepared to provide the location and a description of the emergency. An emergency is when:
- Life and/or property are in immediate danger
- There is fire or smoke
- A crime is being committed
- Emergency medical or rescue assistance is needed
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How do I report non-emergency problems to the Santa Ana Police? |
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You may report non-emergency problems at (714) 245-8665. For other non-emergency phone numbers, click here. |
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How do I report graffiti? |
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Graffiti may be reported to the Santa Ana Police Department Telephone Reporting Unit at (714) 245-8665. You may either request that CSI take photographs of the property or you may take the photographs yourself and mail them to:
Santa Ana Police Department
Attentin: Mona Ruiz
Santa Ana, CA 92701
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How do I get a copy of a police report? |
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To get a copy of a police report you need:
- To be the person who filed the police report or be directly involved
- A valid picture ID
- Pay the applicable fee
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How do I get a Santa Ana Police patch for my collection? |
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Send in your written request, along with a check for $12 to:
Santa Ana Police Department
Attention: Loretta Tafoya
60 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
For more information, call (714) 245-8004.
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How do I reserve the Police Department’s Community Room? |
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To reserve the Police Department’s Community Room, you must complete the Application form and return it at least 10 working days prior to scheduled event. Forms should be returned to the address or fax number at the top of the application. For more information, call (714) 245-8719. |
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If I have a burglar alarm in my home or business, do I need to get a permit? |
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Yes. The Santa Ana Municipal Code requires that anyone with a burglar alarm system in any location within the city must apply for an alarm user permit with the Santa Ana Police Department. |
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How do I get apply for an alarm permit? |
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The Alarm Permit Application can be obtained on our website, at City Hall, or by contacting the Alarm Coordinator at (714) 245-8716. |
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How many false alarms am I allowed? |
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Refer to the Alarm Information page for more information. |
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How do I report barking dogs, dead, injured, or stray animals? |
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Call Animal Services at (714) 245-8792. |
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Where are stray animals placed when found in Santa Ana? |
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Stray animals are placed at the Orange County Animal Care Services.
Orange County Animal Care Services
561 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92688
(714) 935-6848
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How do I get a dog license? |
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Dog licenses are issued through the Santa Ana License Section of the Finance and Management Services Department located at City Hall. For more information regarding the requirements for a dog license, contact them at (714) 647-5257. |
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How do I schedule a Career Day & Safety Presentation? |
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Call Animal Services at (714) 245-8792. |
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Who do I call for information on lost or stolen bikes? |
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Call Evidence at (714) 245-8080. |
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How do I get my gun back from Evidence? |
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Contact the Department of Justice at www.caaj.state.ca.us/firearms/forms/index. Wait for the Santa Ana Police Department, Evidence Section to be notified. For more information or questions, call Evidence at (714) 245-8080. |
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Does the police department have public auctions? |
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The police department does not have public auctions. For public auctions please visit www.propertybureau.com. |
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How do I get my property back from Evidence? |
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Complete the form and return to the Evidence Counter, located in the lobby of the SAPD. Or mail the completed form to:
Santa Ana Police Department
Attention: Evidence
60 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Please allow several weeks for processing. You will be notified either by telephone or by mail with a response. For further questions, call (714) 245-8080.
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How do I get a citation (ticket) signed off? |
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The Traffic Division signs off citations on THURSDAYS ONLY between 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. You must bring your citation and vehicle to the police department. For address and directions to the police department click here. |
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How do I get information regarding my traffic citation? |
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Go to the Orange County Courts website, at
www.occourts.org/traffic. |
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How do I contest a parking citation? |
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Parking Citation Service Center processes our parking citations. You may find this information on the back of your parking citation or click here for more information. |
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How do I get a copy of my lost parking citation? |
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Contact Parking Citation Service Center at (888) 300-9934 |
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How do I pay for my parking citation? |
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Citations must be paid within 21 days of the date of violation. You may find this information on the back of your parking citation or click here for more information. |
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How do I report abandoned vehicle(s)? |
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The following information is needed to report an abandoned vehicle(s):
- Location of the vehicle: address and/or cross streets
- Type of vehicle: make, model, and color
- The license plate number: clearly state the numbers
To report an abandoned vehicle(s) on:
- Private Street, private property, yard, etc., call Code Enforcement (714) 667-2780.
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How do I get parking permit(s) for my vehicle(s)? |
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Parking permits are issued through Public Works, Traffic Engineering; you may contact them at (714) 647-5623. |
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How do I apply for a parking permit district for my neighborhood? |
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You may apply for a parking permit districts through Public Work, Traffic Engineering; you may contact them at (714) 647-5623. |
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How do I request a post-storage hearing? |
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You may request a post-storage hearing in writing, in person, or by telephone at:
Santa Ana Police Department
Attention: POST-STORAGE HEARING OFFICER
60 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
(714) 245-8200 |
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How do I take my car out of impound? |
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A release must be obtained at the Santa Ana Police Department. For more information click here. |
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How do I review the red light camera video? |
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To review the red light camera video you have a choice:
- You can view the video on teh Internet for 60 days from the date of violation at www.photonotice.com. Enter City Code: SNA and follow the directions. If you have any problems viewing the video, call (877) 847-2338 for technical support.
- You can also view the video at the Santa Ana Police Department. Please bring your ticket along with your photo identification.
Traffic Divsion
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. –11:00 a.m.
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
(714) 245-8496
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY |
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How do I get a bike license? |
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Bicycle licenses are issued through the Santa Ana Police Department, Traffic Division, on Thursdays only from 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. For more information regarding other bike related question or concerns, call (714) 245-8222 or click here. |
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