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Are Arrest Records Public in Loomis, California?

Arrest records are public documents in Loomis, California, pursuant to the California Public Records Act (CPRA), Government Code § 6250-6270. This legislation establishes the public's right to access government records, including those pertaining to arrests, unless specifically exempted by statute. The Town of Loomis, in compliance with state transparency laws, maintains these records as accessible to the general public under most circumstances.

Members of the public should be aware that certain arrest records may be subject to redaction or restriction in accordance with Government Code § 6254, which provides exemptions for records that may:

  • Compromise an active investigation
  • Contain confidential informant information
  • Involve juvenile offenders
  • Potentially violate privacy rights in specific circumstances

The Placer County Sheriff's Office, which provides law enforcement services to Loomis under contract, processes and maintains these records in accordance with California state law. Records that have been sealed by court order, expunged under Penal Code § 1203.4, or otherwise legally restricted may not be publicly accessible.

How to Look Up Loomis Arrest Records in 2025

The Town of Loomis provides multiple channels through which members of the public may access arrest records. Individuals seeking arrest information may utilize any of the following official methods:

Requestors should be prepared to provide specific information to facilitate record retrieval, including the full name of the subject, approximate date of arrest, and case number if available. Pursuant to Government Code § 6253(b), agencies may charge reasonable fees to cover the direct costs of duplication or electronic delivery of records.

Placer County Sheriff's Office - South Placer Station
6140 Horseshoe Bar Road
Loomis, CA 95650
(916) 652-2400
Official Website

Public counter hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding county holidays.

Contents of a Loomis Arrest Record

Standard arrest records maintained by the Placer County Sheriff's Office for arrests occurring in Loomis typically contain the following information as prescribed by Penal Code § 13150:

  • Full legal name of the arrested individual and any documented aliases
  • Date of birth and demographic information
  • Date, time, and specific location of the arrest
  • Booking number and facility information
  • Enumeration of all charges filed, including applicable Penal Code sections
  • Arresting agency and officer identification
  • Booking photographs (commonly referred to as "mugshots")
  • Fingerprint information when collected
  • Bail amount established, if applicable
  • Case disposition information, when available

In accordance with Government Code § 6254(f), certain sensitive information may be redacted from public arrest records, including medical information, confidential informant details, and information that might endanger officer safety or compromise ongoing investigations.

Expungement of Arrest Records in Loomis

California law provides mechanisms through which eligible individuals may petition for the expungement of arrest records in Loomis. Pursuant to Penal Code § 1203.4, persons who have completed probation for a conviction may petition the court to withdraw a plea of guilty or set aside a verdict of guilty. Additionally, Penal Code § 851.8 establishes procedures for the sealing and destruction of arrest records in cases where no conviction occurred.

The eligibility criteria for expungement in Loomis include:

  • Successful completion of probation or sentence for the offense
  • No current charges pending against the petitioner
  • Not currently serving a sentence for any other offense
  • The offense in question must not be among those specifically excluded from expungement eligibility under state law

The expungement process requires filing a petition with the Placer County Superior Court, which has jurisdiction over Loomis. The court may require:

  • Completion of specified forms, including Judicial Council forms CR-180 and CR-181
  • Payment of filing fees (fee waivers may be available for qualifying individuals)
  • Notification to the Placer County District Attorney's Office
  • Attendance at a court hearing, if scheduled by the presiding judge

Individuals should be aware that even after expungement, certain government agencies, including law enforcement and licensing boards, may retain access to the expunged record for specific administrative purposes as permitted by law.

Placer County Superior Court
10820 Justice Center Drive
Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 408-6000
Official Website

Legal Restrictions on Arrest Record Access

The accessibility of arrest records in Loomis is subject to various statutory limitations designed to balance public transparency with individual privacy rights. Under California law, certain categories of arrest records are subject to restricted access, including:

  • Records pertaining to juvenile arrests, which are confidential pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code § 827
  • Arrests that resulted in successful diversion program completion under Penal Code § 1000.4
  • Records sealed by court order following factual innocence determinations under Penal Code § 851.8
  • Arrests related to domestic violence or sexual offenses where disclosure might jeopardize victim safety

Additionally, Senate Bill 393, which amended Penal Code § 851.87 and took effect January 1, 2018, established an automatic process for sealing arrest records in cases where charges were not filed or were dismissed. This legislation significantly expanded protections for individuals arrested but not convicted of crimes.

Government agencies processing requests for arrest records must evaluate each request against these statutory restrictions. Requestors may be required to demonstrate legal standing or legitimate purpose when seeking access to restricted records.

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