Conduct a Free Fresno County Mugshot Search (California)

Complete a free Fresno County mugshot search today and view recent custody photos and detention records.

Mugshots are part of public records and are readily available because of both the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the California Public Records Act (CPRA).

So if you’re curious about someone – or just want to stay updated on local law enforcement affairs – this resource will make sure that you can get the information you need, and stay up to date about your community.

Where Can Free Mugshots Be Discovered?

Finding cost-free detention photos and arrest information for people in Fresno County is relatively effortless.

To get recent arrest reports, just contact local sheriff’s offices or county and city agencies; you can call, email or drop by in person depending on how they operate. For county-specific custody records and police photographs, begin checking with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office as they maintain most of these records.

If you’re after the most up-to-date records, it’s also a good idea to connect with city police departments within the county. For federal detainees, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a useful resource.

Perform a Fresno County Mugshot Search on Anyone for Free

Fresno County residents can use the Sheriff’s Office Incarcerated Person Search to find defendant data and charges.¹ Although, it doesn’t show inmate photos, it’s still the most dependable resource for getting offender details in the county.

Just enter the booking number or the inmate’s name and hit ‘Search,’ to get started. You’ll see basic details like the booking name and number, age, gender, race, date of birth and person ID.

Clicking the linked booking number will give you more details such as general information, arrest history, charges and any holds.

Another option provided by the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) is their jail roster.² This blotter gives you information on who’s been booked – including their names, booking numbers, charges and dates; it’s updated frequently so you can always get the most current data on detainees.

If you’re looking for more details on mugshots, feel free to reach out via their contact form, phone or in-person visit, using the contact information below:³

Fresno County Sheriff’s Office
Records Department
2200 Fresno Street
Fresno, California 93721

Phone: 559-600-8400

You can also use the Fresno County Superior Court’s Smart Search Online Portal to do a free criminal record check.⁴ There are two search options: a smart search for specific names and a hearings search for general criminal case data, if you don’t have a specific name in mind.

To look up criminal cases, use the smart search option and select ‘Advanced Filtering Options.’ Choose ‘Criminal Cases’ under ‘Filter by Location’, then refine your search with details like identifying numbers, case status, date range, judicial officer or judgment type.

Once you enter your criteria, you’ll see a list of results — click on the case number to find more data.

If you need more assistance with requesting the full record, you can contact the Superior Court to submit a request by either calling them at (904)-630-2209 or visit their office in person at the address below:

Fresno County Superior Court
Archives Facility
1963 E Street
Fresno, California 93706

Phone: 559-457-4903

Beyond these official resources, you might want to check third-party sites like VINELink for detention records and possible custody photos in Fresno County, California.

To gain more insight into accessing custody records with images, consider reviewing the various methods for obtaining arrest records in Fresno County.

Inmates Support Services Offered in Fresno County California

You can support someone you care about in the Fresno County Jail by posting bail, keeping in touch by phone calls or letters, providing commissary funds or paying them a visit.

Post Bail: The Fresno County Courts offer guidance on posting bail – including the different types of bail and how hearings work.⁵
Telephone Services: Inmates can make phone calls through a third-party provider’s system with all calls being monitored and subject to facility rules.
Incarcerated Person Mail: You can send mail to inmates by following some guidelines: make sure to include the inmate’s full name, booking number and the jail’s address — and packages or books must come from approved vendors.⁶
Send Money & Commissary: At the Fresno County Jail, you can add money to an inmate’s commissary account online, by mail or at the lobby kiosk for them to buy essentials; you can also drop off or pick up personal items during set hours, following facility rules.
Visitation: You can visit the Fresno County Jail based on this visiting schedule by booking an appointment online, bringing a valid ID and following the dress code and visitation rules.⁷

Discover Mugshots Through the Cities Within Fresno County

Since city police departments are typically in charge of handling arrests, they may have the information you need — including offender pictures if the county’s records aren’t up to date.

You can also request arrest records from other local law enforcement agencies within Fresno County for more detailed reports. Since the majority of the county’s population is in the city of Fresno, many arrests are handled by the City Police Department.⁸ You can contact their records department at 559-621-2534; they’re available Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 2 PM.

For general inquiries, the main office location is at:

Fresno Police Department’s Headquarters
2323 Mariposa Mall
Fresno, California 93721

Phone: 559-621-7000

You can also check out Fresno City’s 5 police districts.⁹ If the arrest was made by a different agency, you can check out the list of other police departments in the major cities of Fresno County below, including their addresses and phone numbers.

Clovis City Police Department
1233 5th Street
Clovis, CA 93612

Phone: (559)-324-2400

Sanger City Police Department
1700 7th Street
Sanger, CA 93657

Phone: 559-875-8522

Reedley City Police Department
843 G Street
Reedley, CA 93654

Phone: (559)-643-8565
Email: [email protected]

Aside from the city and county resources, you can widen your search by accessing prison mugshots through state and federal databases as outlined in the next section.

You might also consider following the instructions for locating free public records in Fresno County, where you can also find details on arrests, warrants, crimes, background checks and more.

Browse State & Federal Prison Mugshots (California)

If someone’s in a state prison, you might find their inmate photos online – but it varies by state and local resources typically don’t provide state-level insights.

The California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR) offers an Incarcerated Records & Information Search that lets you search for a prisoner’s details including their location, offense history and status; but not arrest images.¹⁰ You must at least enter the individual’s last name or CDCR number to complete a search.

For sex offender mugshots, check out the Megan’s Law website from the California Department of Justice.¹¹

For federal inmates, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) has an inmate locator tool for checking their status and location but it doesn’t show photos; to get detention photos, you may need to contact the BOP directly.¹² However, you can still view helpful BOP records via their database by simply entering the inmate’s name or assigned BOP register number.

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the California Public Records Act (CPRA) allow public access to these records, but they shouldn’t be used for illegal purposes like stalking, harassment or intimidation. Additionally, they’re not intended for professional use under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines.

Streamline your Fresno County mugshot search with this brief resource that highlights key government tools and services to assist you in your inquiry.