Lancaster Background Check Services
Background check records for Lancaster residents are available through the Los Angeles County Sheriff and court system. Lancaster contracts with the sheriff for police services. This Antelope Valley city has over 170,000 residents.
Lancaster Quick Facts
Los Angeles County Handles Lancaster Records
Lancaster is part of Los Angeles County. The city contracts with the LA County Sheriff for police services. All criminal court cases go through the LA County Superior Court. The Lancaster courthouse handles many Antelope Valley cases.
The LA Superior Court has an online criminal index at lacourt.ca.gov. You can search by defendant name or case number. For copies, contact the court clerk. Certified copies cost $40.
Live Scan Services in Lancaster
The LA County Sheriff provides Live Scan services. The rolling fee is $25 at the Norwalk headquarters. However, there may be Live Scan services at the Lancaster sheriff station as well. Call ahead to check availability.
Private Live Scan operators serve the Antelope Valley. Use the DOJ locator at oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations to find certified sites near Lancaster.
Getting Your Background Check Records
To get your own criminal record, do 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, use the online search first. The Lancaster courthouse handles many local cases. Contact the clerk for copies.
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. When prints match existing records, review takes longer. Most checks complete within two weeks.