Caddo County Arrest Records

Caddo County arrest records refer to the compilation of booking information collated after an individual is arrested on a criminal charge.

According to Oklahoma state rule OKDHS 2-7-4 regarding search warrants and criminal processes, law enforcement officers may execute arrests based on the nature of the charged offense, unless otherwise specified in a warrant. The circumstances for making arrests include:

• Felony arrests can occur any day and at any time.
• Misdemeanor arrests may occur in public settings at any time or in private locations between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

While most arrests are performed following the issuance of a warrant, a warrantless arrest may sometimes be necessary, such as when an officer believes a subject has committed a felony or witnesses a misdemeanor in progress.

Following an arrest, the individual is taken to the relevant law enforcement agency or correctional facility, where booking procedures are completed, resulting in the creation of an arrest record. Felony arrestees are fingerprinted and photographed during this process. The arresting agency or facility usually retains these records, which eventually become part of Caddo County court records if a conviction occurs.

The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) maintains and provides access to arrest information usually necessary for criminal investigations.

Are Arrest Records Public in Caddo County?

Yes, As outlined in O.S. 51 §24A.8, arrest records are designated as public documents and should be available to the public unless a court rules otherwise in line with state legislation. However, certain details within an arrest record may be exempt from public disclosure for specific reasons specified by law. These exemptions may include, but are not limited to:

• Audio or video recordings that show death or bodily harm to individuals or law enforcement officers.
• Personal information of the arrestee could lead to privacy invasions if revealed
• Audio or video content displaying nudity
• Personal details of individuals who were not arrested, including recordings that identify minors
• Information that discloses the identities of law enforcement officers subject to internal investigations due to events captured in the recordings
• Personal information contained in driver records as outlined by the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act, sections 2721 - 2725

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records in Caddo County typically feature the following information:

• Demographic details about the arrestee, including name, date of birth, address, race, sex, physical characteristics, and occupation
• A summary of the arrest circumstances, such as the reason for the arrest and the identity of the arresting officer
• A brief outline of the arrest process and the incidents that preceded it
• Specifics related to the offense, including the date, time, and location of the event

Caddo County Arrest Statistics

Among the various law enforcement agencies operating in Caddo County, the Sheriff's Office reported a total of 111 arrests in 2023. This included the highest number of drug/narcotics offenses, 47, followed by 28 arrests categorized as other offenses, and 12 for driving under the influence.

In contrast, the year 2022 saw only 91 arrests, 24 of which were classified as other offenses, 18 related to drug/narcotics violations, and 16 for simple assaults.

Additional statistics for other arresting agencies can be found in the UCR report.

Find Caddo County Arrest Records

Caddo's law enforcement is upheld by various police departments in conjunction with the Caddo County Sheriff’s Office, which handles the majority of arrests in the area according to their specific jurisdictions. Additionally, some federal and state law enforcement agencies contribute to maintaining public order within the county.

Local police departments with regional authority execute most arrests in Caddo. However, depending on the charges and nature of the offenses, the records may be forwarded to state or federal authorities for thorough investigations and legal enforcement. Consequently, arrest records can be located at the records unit of the police department that executed the arrest. Each agency may have its own protocols and methods for accessing and retrieving these records. A fundamental understanding of the arrestee's details is often necessary to facilitate the identification of an arrest record. Relevant information may include:

• The full name of the arrestee
• The arrestee’s date of birth
• The requester’s contact details

Arrest records in Caddo can also be accessed through online resources offered by state or federal agencies.

Free Arrest Record Search in Caddo County

As stated in 51 O.S. §24A.8 of the Oklahoma state Open Records Act, Caddo County arrest records may be obtained through any law enforcement agency with access to the relevant records. Typically, this agency executes the arrest and maintains those records. Record requests may be made in person or online, as several law enforcement agencies offer free online tools to search for inmate and criminal records, and may allow requesters view these records at no cost.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Arrests typically remain on an individual's record indefinitely and do not become void unless expunged. Depending on the type of expungement, expunged records may be rendered inaccessible to the public, but they are retained for specific purposes. Therefore, in Caddo, arrests remain part of a person's record for their entire lifetime.

Expunge Caddo County Arrest Records

According to O.S §22-18 regarding the expungement of criminal records, Caddo County allows for sealing arrest records from public access, depending on the nature of the arrest. Expungement may be either partial or complete.

A partial expungement restricts public access but keeps the record available to law enforcement for official use. In contrast, complete expungement completely seals the record, allowing access solely for research and statistical purposes to designated OSBI employees.

Conditions that qualify for expungement include, but are not limited to:

• An acquittal or a full pardon from the governor for the offense
• Reversal of conviction by a competent appellate court, accompanied by the dismissal of charges by the prosecuting agency
• Establishment of factual innocence through DNA evidence post-conviction
• No charges are being filed for the offense or any related offenses after the statute of limitations has expired
• An arrest involving a juvenile case that received a full pardon
• Arrest resulting in a non-felony conviction, with all charges dismissed and no pending actions, provided the statute of limitations has elapsed
• Misdemeanor arrests that were dismissed after completing a deferred judgment or delayed sentence, with at least one year passing since dismissal without pending charges
• An arrest leading to a non-violent felony charge, not specified in § 572-57 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which was dismissed after fulfilling conditions, with no pending charges and five years since dismissal
• Misdemeanor convictions with fines under $501, completed without imprisonment, and no pending charges

Individuals seeking expungement of qualifying arrest records are generally encouraged to seek legal counsel for assistance during the petitioning and representation process, although self-representation is permitted. Those choosing to represent themselves must adhere to the same standards expected of attorneys as stipulated by the court.

It is also essential to recognize that expungement in Caddo County incurs a processing fee of $150 and may require additional payments to local law enforcement agencies for record expungement. Payments via personal checks are not usually accepted.

Caddo County Arrest Warrants

In Caddo County, arrest warrants are judicial documents that empower law enforcement to detain a designated individual. These warrants are issued under state law, OKDHS: 2-7-4, following the submission of a completed affidavit by a law enforcement officer related to an active investigation. A judge issues the warrant only after being satisfied that the identified individual has committed a crime.

According to OKDHS: 2-7-4, a standard arrest warrant must include the following details:

• The name of the individual, if available, or an accurate description if the name is not known
• The offense that has been committed
• The name of the county
• The title, office, and signature of the presiding judge
• The hours during which the warrant may be executed, if they differ from the standard statutory timeframe

Do Caddo County Arrest Warrants Expire?

In Caddo, arrest warrants remain valid indefinitely. Nevertheless, the judge who issued the warrant may choose to recall it. However, any warrants that are not recalled will stay active until law enforcement apprehends the individual in question.