The Investigations Division is responsible for investigating crimes that go beyond the scope of patrol. Complex cases can take hundreds of hours of follow-up work to bring the case to a successful conclusion. Many cases take years to bring a suspect to justice. Experienced and well trained investigators must meticulously and thoroughly gather evidence, interview witnesses, prepare search warrants and use all of the legal resources at their disposal to identify a suspect.  All of this is done while maintaining between twenty and fifty other active cases. It is hard work that requires a thorough understanding of criminal prosecution and procedures.  Once the suspect is identified he or she must be located. A warrant may be obtained or the individual may be contacted to give their side of the story.

Property / Evidence

Included in the Investigations Division, the Property and Evidence Unit plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of evidence and property items that are collected.  The property department is primarily responsible for the intake, storage, and release of all property received in any manner by the Laguna Beach Police Department.

Other Programs and Services

In addition to these duties, the Investigations Division has administrative responsibility for the DARE program and the Community Services Unit.

To contact the Investigations Division, call (949) 497-0377 Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Customer Service Survey

The Laguna Beach Police Department is committed to providing the highest quality of service to its community members.  As part of our ongoing commitment toward maintaining a partnership with our community, we need to know whether we’re providing the level of service you deserve.  The information you provide will help us to determine how we might better serve you.  You may fill in the form on line and save it to your computer to email to us, or you may fax the completed form, or you may print and mail it to us.

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Mail: Laguna Beach Police Department Investigative Services 505 Forest Avenue Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Fax: (949) 497-0775             E-mail: nfarnes@LagunaBeachCity.net