Q: How do
I report an abandoned vehicle?
A: For an abandoned vehicles located along the roadways,
contact California Highway Patrol Dispatch at 559-441-5400.
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Q: How do
I report parking violations?
A: To report vehicles illegally parked along the roadways,
contact California Highway Patrol Dispatch at 559-441-5400.
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Q: My car was
towed. Who do I call to find out where it is?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do I
complain about barking dogs?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: I was
away and when I came home, I found my house had been broken into. Who do
I call?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111 to report the crime.
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Q: How do
I get a copy of a crime report?
A: There are some restrictions that may apply, but if the report
is available, you should contact the Records Unit at 559-488-3068 or visit our Administration Office at 2200 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA. Office hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
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Q:
How do I find out if a Detective is working my case?
A: Contact the Detective Unit at 559-488-3904. If it is
regarding a reported property crime, you should contact the Sheriff Area
Substation for information related to your case. Contact the Sheriff
Area Substation for your specific area information.
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Area 1 - San Joaquin, 559-693-2437
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Area 2 - Fresno metro, 559-292-1105
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Area 3 - Selma 896-2003
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Area 4 – Auberry, 559-855-4904 or Squaw Valley, 559-332-2226
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Q. How do I
get information about someone that was arrested?
A: To see if someone is in custody, check the Department web
site Inmate Information or you may call 559-488-3031.
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Q:
How do I get a restraining order?
A: Contact the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office at
559-488-3141.
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Q: How
do I sue someone in small claims court?
A: Contact the Small Claims legal advisor at 559-262-4291.
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Q: How do I
report transients harassing my customers?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do I
report my car stolen?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: Someone
tried to burn my car last night. Who do I call?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: My car
was broken into. Who do I call?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do
I report housing code violations?
A: Call Environmental Health at 445-3357.
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Q: My
car is missing. It might have been repossessed. Who can I call?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111. Companies that handle repossessions are supposed
to contact us with the information.
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Q: What are
the crime stats in my area?
A: Contact the Sheriff Area Substation for your specific area
information.
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Area 1 - San Joaquin, 559-693-2437
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Area 2 - Fresno metro, 559-292-1132
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Area 3 - Selma 896-2003
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Area 4 – Auberry, 559-855-4904 or Squaw Valley, 559-332-2226
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Q: How do
I report cars speeding through my neighborhood?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q:
Can I order packaged goods online for an inmate?
A: Yes, you can order select goods through Canteen Correctional Services website for Fresno County Jail Inmates.
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Q:
How do I report an Internet/e-mail scam or fraud?
A: Crimes committed over the internet should be reported as any other crime by contacting the Sheriff's Department dispatch center at 559-488-3111, but it is also recommended that a complaint be filed with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
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Q:
How do I get legal papers served?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Civil Unit
Monday – Friday at 559-488-3131 between the hours of 9 am to 4
pm.
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Q: Who do
I contact for child custody issues?
A: Contact the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office at
559-488-3141.
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Q:
Why should I file a crime report?
A: We need this information to apprehend the suspect, and your
insurance company will need it if you plan to file a claim.
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Q: Where can
I get live scan fingerprints taken?
A: Call one of the following locations for office hours and
additional information regarding live scan fingerprints:
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488-3403, Fresno County Main Jail
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498-1575, Fresno City Hall
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292-1104, Area 2 Headquarters
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Q:
I live in the City of Fresno and I need to file a crime report.
A: Contact Fresno Police Department at 621-7000.
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Q: How do
I report someone illegally dumping garbage or hazardous materials?
A: Contact Fresno County Human Services, Environmental Health at
559-444-3271.
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Q: My
neighbor and I are not getting along, what can we do?
A: If a crime has been committed, contact the Fresno County
Sheriff's Department Dispatch center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How
do I call for a deputy?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do
I request extra patrols in my neighborhood?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How
do I report my child being assaulted on the way home from school?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do
I report people dealing drugs?
A: To make a report, call the NARCOTIC HOTLINE 453‑4815 or
800‑660‑1086.
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Q: I think
someone is using my name and passing forged checks.
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Dispatch
center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do I
report a lost or stolen cellular phone?
A: If you have lost your phone contact your cellular phone
provider. If your phone has been stolen, contact the Fresno County
Sheriff's Department Dispatch center at 559-488-3111.
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Q: How do I
get assistance with evictions?
A: Contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
Civil Unit
Monday – Friday at 559-488-3131 between the hours of 9 am to 4 p.m.
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Q:
How do I report a stolen vehicle license plate?
A: To report stolen California vehicle license plates, contact
California Highway Patrol Dispatch at 559-441-5400.
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Q: I know
who stole my property…why doesn’t the Sheriff’s department arrest the
person?
A: If you have made a report on the theft, contact the Area
Commander at the substation near you. You will then be connected to the
Property Detective assigned to your case.
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Area 1 - San Joaquin, 559-693-2437
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Area 2 - Fresno metro, 559-292-1132
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Area 3 - Selma 896-2003
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Area 4 - Auberry, 559-855-4904 or Squaw Valley, 559-332-2226
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Q: I want to go hunting, where are the No
Shooting Area's in Fresno County?
A: No Shooting Area maps can be downloaded below or under
Community in the Navigation menu to the left of this screen. For
regulations, open season dates, etc. please refer to the
Department of Fish and Game's
website.
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Q: How do I obtain
a Concealed Weapon Permit in Fresno County?
A: For information about obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit please contact
Eric Thompson or
Jimmy Aquirre of the Fresno County Sheriff's Office
at (559)
488-3083, Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
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