Search Long Beach Bench Warrants

Long Beach bench warrants are court orders that allow police to arrest you for missing court or violating release conditions. As the second largest city in Los Angeles County, Long Beach has its own police department that handles warrant arrests. All criminal cases for Long Beach residents go through the LA County Superior Court system. The Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse in Long Beach handles most local cases. You can check your warrant status through the court or contact the Long Beach Police Warrant Detail for questions about arrests.

Long Beach Bench Warrant Process

A bench warrant gets issued when you fail to appear in court. The judge signs the order from the bench. Once signed, your name goes into the system. Any police officer in California can arrest you on that warrant. Long Beach Police will find out about your warrant during any contact with you. This includes traffic stops, calls for service, or routine checks.

Long Beach has its own courthouse, which makes things a bit easier for residents. The Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse is located at 275 Magnolia Avenue. Most Long Beach cases get heard there. When you need to deal with a warrant, you will likely go to this courthouse. The court phone number is (562) 256-2314. Staff can give you information about your case and explain your options for clearing a warrant.

Warrants do not go away on their own. They stay active until you deal with them.

LA County Court Handles Long Beach Cases

Long Beach is part of Los Angeles County for court purposes. The LA County Superior Court runs all criminal courts in the county, including the Long Beach courthouse. This means your warrant is technically an LA County warrant even though your case is based in Long Beach.

You can look up your case on the LA Superior Court case search website. Each search costs $4.75. You need a name or case number. The results will show your case status and any upcoming dates. If there is a warrant on your case, it should appear in the case notes. Call the court if you are not sure how to read the results. The LA County Sheriff handles warrant records for the whole county. Their records division can be reached at (562) 345-4441.

Note: The $4.75 fee applies each time you run a search on the court website.

Long Beach Police Warrant Detail

Long Beach Police Department has a dedicated Warrant Detail unit. They handle warrant related matters for the city. You can reach them at (562) 570-5717. The unit is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. They can answer questions about active warrants and explain surrender procedures.

The main police station is at 400 West Broadway in downtown Long Beach. If you want to turn yourself in, you can go there during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID with you. The booking process takes time, so plan for several hours. If your warrant has bail, you may be able to post it at the jail and get released. No bail warrants mean you stay in custody until your court date. The jail information line is the same as the main number.

LBPD police records can be reached at (562) 570-6711 for general questions about reports and other documents. For warrant specific questions, call the Warrant Detail directly during their operating hours. They prefer you call ahead if you plan to surrender so they can be ready.

Clear a Long Beach Bench Warrant

You have several ways to clear a bench warrant in Long Beach. The method you choose depends on the type of case and the bail amount. Traffic warrants are often easier to clear than criminal warrants. Felony warrants require court appearances.

Posting bail clears the warrant and gives you a new court date. You can post bail at the courthouse using cash, money order, or cashier's check. Bail bondsmen can also help if you do not have the full amount. Some infractions allow post and forfeit where you pay the fine without going to court. Ask the clerk if this applies to your case. For traffic matters, call the traffic division at the Long Beach courthouse.

Surrendering at the police station is another option. Go to the main station at 400 West Broadway and tell them you have a warrant. They will arrest you and start the booking process. For misdemeanors, you may get cited out with a new court date. Felonies require a court appearance first. Having a lawyer meet you at court can help get better terms for your release. Many attorneys offer consultations before you surrender so you know what to expect.

Nearby Cities

Long Beach sits in the southern part of LA County. Several other major cities are nearby. All of them use the LA County court system for criminal cases.

Los Angeles is directly north and west of Long Beach. Torrance is to the west in the South Bay area. Downey is north of Long Beach. Norwalk sits northeast. Inglewood is northwest near LAX. Each city has its own police department or sheriff coverage, but warrants all go through the same county court system.