Sheriff in San Diego, California

The county sheriff office serves residents of San Diego and the surrounding unincorporated areas with law enforcement, civil process, and jail services. There are 3 Sheriff locations in San Diego, California.

If you need to post bail, check on an inmate, request a police report, or have legal documents served within the county, the sheriff office listed here is your primary resource. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for all in-person transactions.

Residents of San Diego can use the sheriff office's online inmate locator, warrant check portal, or sex offender registry before making an in-person trip — many common inquiries can be resolved without visiting the office in person.

You may also find Sheriff locations in nearby cities including Imperial Beach, Lemon Grove, Santee.