Palmdale Background Check Records
Background check services in Palmdale are handled through the LA County Sheriff and court system. Palmdale contracts with the sheriff for police services. This Antelope Valley city has over 170,000 residents.
Palmdale Quick Facts
Los Angeles County Handles Palmdale Records
Palmdale is part of Los Angeles County. The city contracts with the LA County Sheriff. All criminal court cases go through the LA County Superior Court.
The LA Superior Court has an online criminal index at lacourt.ca.gov. For copies, contact the court clerk. Certified copies cost $40.
Live Scan Services in Palmdale
The LA County Sheriff provides Live Scan services. The rolling fee is $25 at the Norwalk headquarters. There may also be services at the Palmdale sheriff station. Call ahead to check.

Private operators serve the Antelope Valley. Use the DOJ locator to find certified sites near Palmdale.
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.