Records Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How do I make a request for a copy of a police report?

A. All requests for copies of police reports must be made in writing. This can be done on a form provided by the police department or by letter. These requests can be mailed (with the appropriate fee) or dropped off at the front desk of the police department.

Q. If I need to get a "clearance" for Immigration, what do I need to do?

A. Since Section 11105 of the California Penal Codes provides for the California Department of Justice to furnish "clearance" information, the Pomona Police Department does not provide this information.
Visa/Immigation Clearance can be obtained throught the California Department of Justice by submitting a fingerprint card, along with a $32 fee for each fingerprint card submitted, and a copy of the letter you received advising you that a record clearance was necessary. The Pomona Police Department will provide a copy of the appropriate form(s).

Q. If I want to see what kind of criminal history record I have, what do I need to do?

A. Again, Section 11105 of the California Penal Codes applies. To provide this type of information routinely would mean assigning investigators and other civilian staff to this purpose, taking them away from their efforts to complete more urgent law enforcement tasks. Appropriate California Department of Justice forms are available at the Front Desk of the Police Department.

Q. How do I go about getting fingerprinted?

A. The Pomona Police Department provides fingerprinting services to the public on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. You MUST be at the Police Department by 9:45 a.m. or you will not be figerprinted. There is a fee of $15 (exact cash, no change is available) or check. A California Drivers License/Identification card or passport is required.

Q. How can I get my arrest record sealed?

A. Pursuant to California Penal Code Section 851.8, you can petition to have an arrest record sealed. To do so, you must submit California Department of Justice form BCII 8270