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Central LAPD Station – Arrest & Jail Information
LAPD Central Station serves Downtown Los Angeles, Skid Row, Chinatown, Little Tokyo and surrounding neighborhoods. Find station contact information, arrest and booking resources, and Los Angeles County custody information below.
Station Contact
251 E 6th St
Los Angeles, CA 90014
Bureau
Central Bureau
Communities Served
Downtown Los Angeles, Skid Row, Chinatown, Little Tokyo
Request Inmate Information
Someone arrested by LAPD Central Station may initially be held at an LAPD facility. Depending on the charges and circumstances, they may later be transferred into Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department custody. Submit an inmate inquiry for help locating someone in custody and checking available booking details, facility location, bail, court dates, and release information.
Note: Records for recent bookings may not be immediately available. If you need immediate assistance, contact the station directly at (213) 486-6606.
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Use the contact that best fits your need. Call 9-1-1 only for emergencies.
| Who to call | When to use | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | To report emergencies only | 9-1-1 |
| Non-emergency | To report any non-emergency crime | 877-ASK-LAPD / (877) 275-5273 |
| Central Area Front Desk | General inquiries and information | (213) 486-6606 |
| Central Area TDD | Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf | (213) 485-9819 |
| Central Area Commanding Officer | Business hours only | (213) 486-3707 |
| Central Area Patrol Commanding Officer | Business hours only | (213) 833-3787 |
| Central Area Detective Desk | Investigative-related questions | (213) 833-3750 |
| Central Area Vice | For prostitution, gambling, and alcohol related complaints | (213) 486-8476 |
| Central / CTD Cadet YSO | Cadet and youth related programs | (323) 337-3692 |
Non-emergency
To report any non-emergency crime
877-ASK-LAPD / (877) 275-5273Central Area Front Desk
General inquiries and information
(213) 486-6606Central Area TDD
Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf
(213) 485-9819Central Area Commanding Officer
Business hours only
(213) 486-3707Central Area Patrol Commanding Officer
Business hours only
(213) 833-3787Central Area Detective Desk
Investigative-related questions
(213) 833-3750Central Area Vice
For prostitution, gambling, and alcohol related complaints
(213) 486-8476Central / CTD Cadet YSO
Cadet and youth related programs
(323) 337-3692Source: LAPD Station Information.
Arrest & Booking Information
After an LAPD Arrest
When LAPD arrests someone, the person is typically transported to an LAPD jail facility for booking. The booking process includes recording personal information, taking fingerprints and photographs, and documenting the charges. After booking, the person may be released, held pending arraignment, or transferred to a county facility.
LAPD Custody vs. County Custody
LAPD operates its own jail facilities for short-term custody. Individuals facing more serious charges or longer detention may be transferred to Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department custody at a county jail. The LASD inmate locator covers county custody — contact the LAPD station for information about individuals held in LAPD facilities.
LAPD Custody Resources
About Central LAPD
Central Division covers a dense downtown area that includes civic, residential, commercial, and visitor destinations. If an arrest may have occurred in Downtown Los Angeles, Skid Row, Chinatown, or Little Tokyo, Central is a useful starting point for confirming the arresting division and finding the correct resource.
Someone Arrested by Central LAPD?
If someone was recently arrested by Central LAPD, the station can help with division-level questions. The arresting division is not necessarily the place where a person will remain. Processing, booking, release status, and any later transfer can affect where current custody information is available.
How to find someone arrested by LAPD
- Have the person’s full legal name available.
- If known, keep the date of birth and arrest date available.
- Use Central LAPD for division-level arrest information.
- Submit an inmate inquiry for current county custody records.
- If information is not available yet, allow time for processing and check again.
Areas served by Central LAPD
Central LAPD serves Downtown Los Angeles and nearby communities including Skid Row, Chinatown, and Little Tokyo. Use the Central Division page to confirm whether an address or incident falls within its service area.
Downtown Los AngelesSkid RowChinatownLittle Tokyo
Central LAPD frequently asked questions
Where is Central LAPD Station?
Central Community Police Station is located at 251 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014.
What is the phone number for Central LAPD?
The Central Community Police Station main number is (213) 486-6606.
What areas does Central LAPD serve?
This page identifies Downtown Los Angeles, Skid Row, Chinatown, and Little Tokyo as communities served by Central LAPD.
How do I find someone arrested by Central LAPD?
Start with Central LAPD if you need division-level arrest information, then submit an inmate inquiry for current Los Angeles County custody records. Very recent bookings may not appear immediately.
Looking for Someone in Los Angeles County Custody?
Submit an inmate inquiry for help locating someone in Los Angeles County custody and checking available booking details, facility location, bail, court dates, and release information.