Frequently Asked Questions
Sheriff General FAQs
Yes. They vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction as to what sources of noise are illegal, along with days and hours. If in doubt, call the Sheriff's Office and a deputy will evaluate the situation and take the proper action.
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You can request a copy of a report at the Sheriff's Office Headquarters, 55 W. Younger Avenue, San Jose, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Accident reports are also available at the West Valley Substation, 1601 S. De Anza Boulevard Cupertino, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. No fee will be collected for a copy of a report with fewer than 50 pages. A fee of 10 cents a page will be charged for reports 50 pages or more.
Telephone companies have set up call annoyance bureaus for their customers and "call trace" features are available in most service areas. Unless the call is of a serious nature (death threats, bomb threats, etc.), call your local telephone company's business office and ask about their call annoyance services. Once those procedures are in effect and the phone company traces the source of the calls, you will be directed to contact the Sheriff's Office. IF THE CALL IS OF A SERIOUS NATURE AND INVOLVES A THREAT TO LIFE OR PROPERTY, CALL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY.
This depends on where you live in the County. If you live in unincorpated areas or in the contract cities of Cupertino, Los Altos Hills or Saratoga, you can call 408-299-2311 or 408-299-3233 to report the abandoned vehicle. Residents of Cupertino and Saratoga residents may also call the Code Enforcement/Community Services Office at City Hall to report abandoned vehicles during regular business hours.
This depends on where you live. If you live in Cupertino, Los Altos Hills or Saratoga, call the Sheriff's Office. If you live in an unincorporated portion of the County, you must call the California Highway Patrol.