US Marshals Service in California

U.S. Marshals Service district offices in California operate within the state's federal judicial districts and are responsible for fugitive apprehension, prisoner transport, and courthouse security for all federal courts in the state. Each district is overseen by a U.S. Marshal appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.

US Marshals Service locations are available in 10 cities across California. They are spread across 10 counties.

Cities with the highest concentration of federal law enforcement activity include San Diego, Eureka, Fresno, which are home to major federal courthouses and district offices.

Residents of California who need to report a federal fugitive, respond to a federal court summons, or access information about USMS-managed property auctions should contact their district office directly. The USMS does not handle state or local criminal matters.

If you are a California resident with a tip about a federal fugitive, you can submit information anonymously through the national USMS tip line at 1-877-WANTED2 or through the state's district office directly. Tips related to state-level fugitives should be directed to local law enforcement agencies rather than the USMS.

Browse US Marshals Service by county across California to find the nearest federal courthouse district location and confirm its jurisdictional coverage.