Hayward Background Check Services

Background check records for Hayward residents are available through the Hayward Police Department and Alameda County courts. This East Bay city has its own police force serving over 160,000 residents.

Alameda County Handles Hayward Records

Hayward is part of Alameda County. All criminal court cases for Hayward residents go through the Alameda County Superior Court. The Hayward Hall of Justice handles many local cases. Court records for Hayward cases are in the county system.

Alameda County has the Odyssey Portal for online case searches at publicportal.alameda.courts.ca.gov. You can search by defendant name or case number. Basic info is free. For copies, contact the clerk. Certified copies cost $40.

The Alameda County Sheriff Records Section is open Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Contact them at portal@alameda.courts.ca.gov for help.

Live Scan Fingerprinting in Hayward

The Hayward Police Department may offer Live Scan to the public. Contact them directly to confirm availability, hours, and fees. Services vary and hours can change. It is best to call ahead.

The Alameda County Sheriff also provides services. Private Live Scan operators are all over the Hayward area. Use the DOJ locator at oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations to find certified sites.

Rolling fees at East Bay sites typically range from $20 to $40. Add the state DOJ fee of $32 and FBI fee of $17 for a full check.

Getting Your Background Check Records

California residents can get their own criminal record through a DOJ Record Review. The state fee is $25 plus the rolling fee. Fill out form BCIA 8016RR and take it to any certified operator. Results come back in a few days.

For court records from Alameda County, use the online portal first. The Hayward Hall of Justice handles many local cases. Contact the clerk for copies. Standard fees apply.

Police reports from Hayward PD come from their records division. Contact Hayward Police records to learn what is available.

Background Check Processing Times

Live Scan checks go to the state DOJ for processing. When there is no record match, processing takes 48 to 72 hours. The system handles clear checks automatically.

When prints match existing records, a DOJ technician must review the file. Most checks complete within two weeks. Track your status at applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov.

Hayward Background Check Fees

State fees are fixed across California. The DOJ charges $32 for a state check. The FBI charges $17 for a federal check. Rolling fees vary by operator.

Alameda County court fees follow the standard schedule. Copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $40 per document.

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