Search Hayward Recent Bookings

Hayward recent bookings go through the Alameda County jail system managed by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. When Hayward Police arrest someone, they book the person at Santa Rita Jail in Dublin. Hayward operates a temporary holding facility at their police headquarters but long-term custody happens at the county jail. You can search for anyone arrested in Hayward using the online inmate locator. The system shows names, booking numbers, charges, and facility locations. All Hayward booking records follow the same process as other Alameda County cities. One central database covers all arrests in Hayward and throughout the county.

Alameda County Handles Hayward Bookings

The City of Hayward does not operate a full jail. They have a Type I temporary holding facility with about 30 beds. This facility holds arrestees for short periods only. All arrests by Hayward Police that require booking beyond a few hours go to Alameda County facilities. Santa Rita Jail in Dublin handles all Hayward bookings. This jail sits about 20 miles northeast of Hayward. It serves as the main detention facility for all Alameda County cities.

When Hayward Police arrest someone, they may hold the person briefly at their temporary facility. Then they transport that person to Santa Rita for official booking. County staff complete the full intake process. They take personal information, photos, and fingerprints. They log charges and set bail. The system assigns a PFN. All data enters the county database within hours. Then you can search for the person using the online inmate locator portal.

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office runs Santa Rita Jail. They manage all custody operations for Hayward and the entire county. Hayward Police focus on patrol, investigations, and arrests within city limits. The sheriff handles jail operations, classification, medical care, and court transport. This split of duties has worked in Alameda County for decades. Each agency does what it does best while serving the public.

Note: Hayward's temporary holding facility does not have its own public search database. Only inmates booked at Santa Rita Jail appear in the online locator.

Search Hayward Arrest Records Online

Go to the Alameda County Sheriff inmate locator to search Hayward bookings. Type a first name and last name in the boxes. You can also search by PFN if you know the number. Check the box to see only the last 24 hours if you want recent arrests. The system searches Santa Rita Jail records. Results show everyone currently in custody from Hayward.

The search portal needs JavaScript to work. You must solve a CAPTCHA before seeing results. This stops automated bots. Once you pass the CAPTCHA, results appear fast. Each record shows the person's name, age, booking date, charges, and bail amount. You see the PFN number which you can use for future searches. The database updates throughout the day as new arrests come in from Hayward and inmates get released.

Names of some arrested individuals may not appear on the site. California law provides exemptions under Government Code section 6254(f). These exemptions protect certain people from public disclosure. If you cannot find someone, their case might fall under an exemption. Call the jail to ask about specific cases that do not show up in the online search.

For help finding someone in Hayward custody call Santa Rita Jail at (925) 551-6500. Staff answer questions about custody status. They tell you charges and bail information. They can tell you when someone might be released. The main sheriff's office in Oakland sits at 1401 Lakeside Drive. Call (510) 272-6878 during business hours. Email ACSORecords@acgov.org for general records questions about Hayward arrests.

Where Hayward Arrestees Are Held

Santa Rita Jail sits at 5325 Broder Boulevard in Dublin. All Hayward arrestees who need booking go there. The jail opened in 1989 and expanded several times. It can hold over 4,000 people at once. The facility has multiple housing units based on custody level. Santa Rita operates medical services, mental health programs, and classification systems. Hayward arrestees may be in different parts of the jail based on their charges and security needs.

The jail sits about 20 miles from Hayward. Most people can drive there in 30 minutes depending on traffic. Visiting hours and rules change often so check the sheriff's website before going. Call ahead to confirm someone is still at Santa Rita. Inmates sometimes transfer or get released before you make the trip. The jail information line can verify current custody status for Hayward arrestees.

Some Hayward arrestees might move to other facilities after sentencing. North County Jail in Oakland closed years ago. All Alameda County detention now happens at Santa Rita. But inmates sentenced to state prison leave Santa Rita after a few weeks or months. Check the CDCR inmate locator if someone is no longer at Santa Rita and you think they went to state prison. The state database shows all California prison inmates.

Hayward Police and Arrests

The Hayward Police Department employs around 175 sworn officers. They patrol the city and respond to calls for service. When Hayward Police make an arrest, they book the person at Santa Rita. The booking record lists Hayward Police as the arresting agency. You see this in the search results. Hayward Police cover city limits only. They do not patrol unincorporated areas or other cities in Alameda County.

Other agencies also make arrests in Hayward. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office has jurisdiction throughout the county. California Highway Patrol patrols I-880 and State Route 92 which run through Hayward. BART Police patrol train stations in Hayward. California State University East Bay Police patrol the campus. Federal agencies like FBI and DEA sometimes make arrests in the city. All these agencies book their arrestees at Santa Rita. So you search one database no matter which agency made the arrest in Hayward.

Hayward Police operate the temporary holding facility at their headquarters on West Winton Avenue. This facility can hold arrestees for several hours or up to a day. But it is not a full jail. Anyone staying in custody longer goes to Santa Rita. The temporary facility does not appear in public search databases. Only Santa Rita bookings show up in the online locator.

Request Hayward Arrest Reports

Online search gives you basic booking information for free. But detailed arrest reports require a formal request. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office handles booking records and custody documents. For Hayward Police arrest reports and case files, contact Hayward PD records division. They keep investigative reports separate from booking records. You might need documents from both agencies to get the full story of a Hayward arrest.

Hayward Police charge fees for copies of reports. Exact costs depend on document type and page count. Call ahead to ask about current prices. You need the case number or at least the name and date of the arrest. Bring ID when picking up copies. You can request records by mail or in person. Check the Hayward PD website for instructions on how to submit records requests.

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office uses a public records portal at alamedacountysheriffca.nextrequest.com. Submit requests online through this system. You can track the status of your request. The office has 10 days to respond under California law. They can take a 14-day extension for complex requests involving many pages. Most simple booking record requests get filled within a week or two. All previous requests and documents are viewable online.

Note: Online searches through the inmate locator portal are free and available 24/7 without submitting a formal public records request.

Get Alerts for Hayward Inmates

Use VINE to track custody status for anyone booked in Hayward. Call 1-877-411-5588 or visit vinelink.vineapps.com/state/CA to register. Search for an inmate by name. Sign up for alerts when their custody status changes. You receive notifications when someone is released from Santa Rita Jail.

VINE sends alerts by phone, text, or email. Pick your preferred notification method when you sign up. The service is free and anonymous. You do not have to say why you want alerts. Crime victims use VINE to stay informed about offender custody. Families use it to know when a relative will be released. The system updates every 15 minutes from jail records. So you get near real-time information about Hayward arrestees held at Santa Rita.

Other Alameda County Cities

Many cities in Alameda County use the same jail system. If you cannot find someone under Hayward arrests, they might have been arrested nearby. Check these other cities in the county: