Tehama County Warrants

Tehama County warrant records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Red Bluff and the Superior Court across this rural northern California county. With around 65,000 residents, Tehama County issues warrants for criminal charges and missed court appearances just like larger counties. The Sheriff's Office at 22840 Antelope Blvd handles all warrant service and maintains an online portal through CitizenRIMS for public access to some criminal records. You can find bench warrants from traffic violations and criminal cases along with arrest warrants for felony and misdemeanor charges. The Warrant Division can be reached at (530) 529-7940 during business hours for questions about active warrants in the county.

How to Check for Warrants

The Tehama County Sheriff's Office runs the Warrant Division at their main office on Antelope Blvd in Red Bluff. Call (530) 529-7940 to reach the warrant division. They can check if you have an active warrant. You may need to visit in person with a photo ID to get detailed info. The Sheriff's general line is (530) 529-7900 if you have other questions.

Tehama County uses the CitizenRIMS system for some public records. You can access it at tehamaso.citizenRIMS.com. This portal shows booking logs and some criminal info but may not list all warrants. For the most current warrant status, contact the Sheriff or the court directly.

The Superior Court in Red Bluff issues all warrants for the county. If you miss a court date, the judge can issue a bench warrant. If charges are filed and you are not in custody, the judge may issue an arrest warrant. Both types stay active until you are arrested or the court recalls them. Warrants do not expire.

Sheriff Warrant Services

The Tehama County Sheriff's Office at 22840 Antelope Blvd in Red Bluff handles all warrant service. Deputies serve warrants throughout the county. If you have an active warrant, you can turn yourself in at the Sheriff's Office. Bring a photo ID and tell them you want to clear a warrant. Depending on the charge and bail amount, you may be booked into county jail or given a court date.

The Warrant Division works with local police and other agencies to serve active warrants. If you are stopped by police in Tehama County, the officer will check for warrants. If you have one, you will be arrested unless it is for a very minor issue. Do not ignore a warrant. It stays in the system and can lead to arrest during any law enforcement contact.

You can check the CitizenRIMS portal for public records. The system may show recent bookings and arrests. Not all warrant info is posted online. Sensitive cases may not appear. For the most accurate info, call the Warrant Division at (530) 529-7940 or visit the office in person.

Note: The Sheriff's Office is closed on weekends except for emergency services.

Superior Court Warrants

Tehama County Superior Court is in Red Bluff. The court handles all criminal cases for the county. When you do not show up for court, the judge issues a bench warrant. California Penal Code Section 978.5 allows this when defendants fail to appear. You can read the law at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The warrant stays active until you go back to court.

Traffic warrants are common in Tehama County. If you got a ticket and did not show up for your court date, a bench warrant was likely issued. California Vehicle Code Section 40508 makes it a misdemeanor to willfully fail to appear on a traffic charge. You can read that statute at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. Even if the original ticket was minor, the failure to appear makes it worse.

Arrest warrants come from new criminal charges. If the District Attorney files a case and you are not in custody, the court issues an arrest warrant. These warrants can be for any crime. Bail is set based on the charge and your criminal history. High bail may require a bail bond agent. Most agents charge 10 percent of the bail as a fee.

The court clerk can tell you if you have an active warrant. Call the court or visit in person. Bring your ID. The clerk can look up your case and tell you what steps to take. You may be able to appear on a walk-in calendar and see a judge the same day. This works best for traffic and minor misdemeanor warrants.

Clearing Your Warrant

If you have a warrant in Tehama County, you need to deal with it. Here are your options.

Turn yourself in at the Sheriff's Office or the courthouse. Go early in the morning if you want to see a judge the same day. Bring your photo ID and any paperwork about your case. If the warrant is for a minor issue, you may get a court date without being arrested. If it is serious, you may be booked into jail. Turning yourself in shows you are being responsible.

Post bail if your warrant has a bail amount. You can pay cash at the courthouse or use a bail bond company. Once bail is posted, the warrant is lifted and you get a new court date. You must show up for that date or the bail is forfeited and a new warrant is issued. Bail bond agents in Red Bluff and nearby cities can help post bail.

Hire a lawyer if you have a serious warrant or need legal advice. A lawyer can file a motion to recall the warrant or reduce bail. They can appear in court for you on some types of cases. Lawyers who practice in Tehama County know the local judges and can advise you on the best approach.

Some traffic warrants can be cleared by paying the fine. Call the courthouse and ask if that is an option. If your license is suspended because of a warrant, you need to clear the warrant first. The court sends a notice to DMV once the warrant is recalled. It may take a few weeks for DMV to update their records.

Legal Help in Tehama County

If you cannot afford a lawyer, you may qualify for a public defender. The public defender's office represents people who are charged with crimes and cannot pay for a private attorney. You apply for a public defender when you first go to court. The judge decides if you qualify based on your income and assets.

Legal aid organizations in northern California may be able to help with some criminal matters. They usually focus on civil cases but can refer you to resources for criminal issues. Look for local legal aid in Red Bluff or nearby Shasta County.

The California Courts Self-Help website has guides on criminal cases and warrants. You can find info at selfhelp.courts.ca.gov. The site explains court procedures and what to expect if you have a warrant. It does not replace legal advice from a lawyer but can give you a basic understanding of the process.

Note: Legal aid has limited resources, so not everyone will qualify for free help.

Nearby Counties

Tehama County is in northern California. It borders Shasta County to the north, Plumas County to the east, Glenn County to the south, and Trinity County and Mendocino County to the west. If you are not sure where a warrant is from, you may need to check nearby counties.

Shasta County Sheriff is in Redding at 300 Park Marina Circle. Call (530) 245-6025. The Superior Court is at 1500 Court Street in Redding. Call (530) 245-6789.

Glenn County is to the south. Their Sheriff is in Orland. The court handles criminal cases for that county.

Trinity County is to the west. The Sheriff is at 101 Memorial Drive in Weaverville. Call 530-623-2611. The jail phone is (530) 623-8124.

Butte County is southeast of Tehama. Their Sheriff is at 5 Gillick Way in Oroville. Call (530) 538-7321. They have an online court portal through Tyler Technologies.