I have been a guest of OC on several short stays at the "Farm", on the west yard as a pretrial…read moreinmate, but all before 2010, since that was my last vacation. I wanted to detail the last time I was a resident there. I was picked up on a bench warrant that the court clerk neglected to recall the month before right as I headed to rehab at the VA Long Beach at Xmas time. A month later, the day after I transition to aftercare in Costa Mesa, I get picked up in Orange as I am checking my mail at Mary's Kitchen, I'm scooped up, and it's 3 days until court, which is my bday. I figured out what was happening when OPD went to pick up the warrant abstract at their HQ b4 taking me to the county jail. The cops also knew it was a screwup, and let me call my probation officer while getting their paperwork and I had her call my house so they wouldn't think I absconded and throw out my stuff. Thanks, Juanita Zambrano, you looked out for me! Monday, go to Central court and court tells me there was a mistake, and I go "Yeah , I know", just like I have for the last 3 days to by bunkie, the west yard guests, and the cops. I get taken back to the farm, the deputy that surfed all the time, name escapes me, had me roll it up, walked me to dress out, cashier, and brought me back to ride into the main with a work crew doing PM Kitchens, all before the sun went down on Jan 25th. The bus driver, a deputy, pulled up on Grand in Santa Ana a block from the bus and train station, let me off, gave me my property, and went on to the Main jail. The normal procedure was you got processed for release late in the evening, and if you could get a ride to come out, they would let you go or you had to wait for the night kitchen crew to head to work at 2-3 am on a bus and you got released at the Main jail. I got back to Costa Mesa in time to get supper at my sober living at 6 pm, which is the mandatory attendance activity for that place, so I didn't have to account for being out overnight. The point is this: 1. It took 3 days to get to court, which was the only way to straighten out this screwup, but the cops either felt I rated special treatment due to a govt mistake, it was my bday or both, I didn't ask and they didn't say. I did what you do in custody, which is do what you are told by the deputies, if you have a question you open your mouth and ask respectfully. I can't speak to the present configuration at the Farm, but as a mental health court program and combat vet program participant, putting those prisoners at the Farm has got to be better than the Main or at Theo Lacey.

*UPDATED JANURARY 2018* I have updated my post with more information regarding this jail/inmates…read more. Of the three main Orange County jails, Musick (aka The Farm) is the one you want to serve your sentence at. It is the jail for most non-violent criminals as it is low security. After experiencing short stints behind bars at all 3 locations, I found The Farm to be the easiest place to rest my head while involuntarily being away from home (I have only had a couple misdemeanor charges). The most relaxed guards works here, fellow inmates are easier to get along with (definitely not as much in the way of inmate "jail politics" compared to the other 2 jails), and best of all the food tends to be a bit better (still far from perfect, but at least they usually give cheese with the infamous bologna sandwiches). The place is obviously more open (hence being dubbed The Farm). Inmates are able to work within the jail/farming area to help reduce their sentence. Good behavior goes a long way here!.. Guards do counts periodically through the day, and they keep a tight schedule for inmates (early wake up, meals, rec time, work, weekend visitation, etc). As mentioned before, this is a low security location. Inmates that end up here are not normally looking to be the tough guy of the jail. Everyone comes to do their time and get out. Visitation and phone calls are big here. There are more phones accessible for inmates BUT they are not normally available to use at any time unlike the other jails. Guards let inmates out to use them (usually in the evening time, but that could change), and its a first come first serve basis for who gets a phone... Visitation happens 8am to 6pm Fridays through Monday. Be sure to check in for your visit before 5:30pm or else you wont get in. The visitation process is also more relaxed here. Instead of being behind glass, you sit across from one another at benches. You are not allowed physical contact with inmates, and will be thrown out if you violate visitation rules. Guards will go through them with you upon arrival. While I dont recommend getting locked up, this is the place to serve time if you do screw up. I tried to be thorough with my review, but always feel free to contact me with other questions and I will try my best to answer what I can (I can at least give an inside point of view of the jail, unlike many of these other reviews).

Mrs Torres was helpful, friendly and kind. Very nice lady. I highly recommend this location because…read morethe service is exceptional.

I was honestly very surprised by how smooth and easy my experience was at the Social Security…read moreoffice. They only allowed people with appointments inside, and if you didn't have one, they simply had you take a photo of their phone number to schedule an appointment. We arrived at 8:50 a.m., received our ticket at 8:54 a.m., were called to the window by 8:58 a.m., and were completely finished by 9:15 a.m. The appointment felt a little rushed only because the representative had another appointment right at 9:15, but everything we needed was still taken care of. I went in expecting to lose my entire day and wait for hours, but it turned out to be a really efficient and positive experience.

I'm so glad this Clerk Recorder Department is close to where I live. Normally going to get…read morepaperwork at government agencies takes a long time with long waits but this location was so easy and efficient. I needed to get birth certificate for my son. I filled out a form online first and when I showed up I checked in via a kiosk and was in and out of the place in 5 min! There is plenty of free parking as well. The building is also pretty, I saw people taking pics outside after they got their marriage certificate.

Very well organized office with great customer service. We came here for a wedding and everything…read morewas very fast and on time. No long lines and outside is beautiful for taking photos. Also, dont forget to get an appointment before walk in to this place. They also accept walk ins but appointments are recommended...

The Fountain Valley office was such a great experience. I had an appointment and completed my…read moreapplication online beforehand for a name change replacement card, and I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. The staff was very kind and helpful throughout the process, especially Mr. B! He made the experience quick, smooth, and stress-free.

Everything runs smooth as lo g as you have ur appointment. staff are excellent and good at their…read morejob.

I went in today apply for health care , Chad was very helpful, anwer all my questions get us…read moremoving pretty quickly and help me to find the right person . I definitely recommend it, it's a very nice facility !! Kindly regards Katy

Well, it's a great place to get lifeline phone as well, I've taken many people here for EBT, and…read moreassistance financially. This location, has been improving greatly, there was not much of a line today at all. This location compared to other locations, this location is very nice. I've been to other spots, taking people there for assistance, replacing Social Security cards, there are so many different benefits one can apply for if need be.

Today I called the SSA in Santa Ana for some information on what to do with Medical, as, I'm…read moreturning 65yo soon. I was lucky to have spoken with an agent that was very informative. Me being a little on the slow comprehension side I really did not even know what I was actually asking for or maybe confused as this is all new to me. Well, the agent I was so lucky to speak with was the one who was able to help me out by not just her knowledge and professionalism but better yet by her kindness and her patience. I was able to understand the first steps to it by her simplifying it to me according to my capacity. Also, without making me feel any less with my cognition. Well Ms. Meka, I appreciate your help. We would be in a pleasant place if most people were as kind and as patient as you were with me. Once again, thank you! F.E.

This is just information for general public - the form given by Social Security to collect a…read moredivorce certificate from the OC Clerk-Recorder at 601 N Ross St. is INCORRECT. The ONLY location to collect a divorce certificate is Divorce Court in Orange, across the street from the block. This coming from someone who works at the County Service Center, where the Clerk-Recorder office is located :) Thank you!!

Don't bother to come to the Irvine location bc they have already moved to Santa Ana. Came today and…read moredespite google still reflecting they are "open" until 5pm at the Irvine location, it's wrong!! Security said it's been a couple of months that they moved out from the Irvine location, so I came here for nothing. I have posted the picture with the new address as a reference.

Just went in this afternoon to add a location for my Seller's Permit. The employees were all…read morefriendly and very helpful. Nice, clean, quiet office and not much of a wait. I have been to this office a few times and have always had the same experience, GREAT!!! I know some people like to complain about government employees but all I have to say is if you greet people with a smile and be reasonable then you will typically get treated with an equal amount of respect, a genuine willingness to help and the outcome will be positive. On the other hand, if you are experiencing "very rude" employees, perhaps you need to look at yourself and ask what you might be doing to illicit such a rude behavior. I have found that some people, inadvertently via their own negative attitude (whether they realize it or not) simply invite rude behavior and could learn a thing or two by staying positive, calm and first seeking to understand before they make their final judgement.

people give the workers here a bad wrap but truth is they deal with a bunch of rude disorderly…read morehomeless ppl who come unprepared and get mad and make a scene if they dont get what they want.. my worker E. Vasquez is on top of my difficult case and answers her phone or calls back quickly. i understand some workers can be difficult but i kind of get why.. the web site is super helpful tho benifitscal.com

Everyone hates their job, which is frustrating because it affects their ability to help and provide…read morethese services to people whom are in need. Their supervisor included. Wish they had more training and therapy offered for workers !!