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).

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.

Dear Office, I'm…read morehappy to help you fill your day with actual work. For anyone who needs it, their actual phone number is 888-306-9878. The short "security guard" is a complete jerk, clearly enjoying the tiny bit of power his "uniform" gives him. He seems to wake up excited only to talk down to people in a condescending way, likely with nothing more than a high school diploma to his name. He gives out the number 800-772-1213 just to brush people off, even though the actual office number is 888-306-9878. When you call the 800 number, and wait 2-3 hours, they tell you that you can schedule an appointment at the office. What a joke. The real issue isn't that an appointment is required. It's the rude attitude and the misleading or nonexistent information. On top of that, taxpayers fund this facility, which in practice seems to mean employees finding excuses to do nothing, taking two-hour lunches, and avoiding actual work. The place is literally empty, yet they still refuse to help or even giving a proper information. And no, this is not a statewide issue. It's specific to this office. I drove 15 minutes to another location where the staff were polite and allowed people to come in and ask questions even though the office was not empty like this "hangout facility".

We recently held our ceremony at Laguna Hills Civic Center, and overall, it was a really positive…read moreexperience--especially for couples looking for something simple, affordable, and still beautiful. One of the biggest advantages was how easy the appointment process was. Having a scheduled time made everything feel smooth and efficient. The clerk who assisted us was friendly, helpful, and made the experience feel welcoming rather than transactional. The setting itself was a pleasant surprise--the scenery created an atmosphere that felt much more elevated than expected and made the moment feel like a much larger wedding. It also provided a great backdrop for photos, which was important to us. All of the necessary information was clearly outlined on the website ahead of time, which made planning straightforward and stress-free. And from a value standpoint, it's hard to beat--it truly felt like a $20,000 wedding experience for just $89. Everything was organized well, which helped the day run seamlessly. There were a couple of minor drawbacks. It can get crowded, especially with multiple parties scheduled around similar times. While the website notes a maximum of 20 guests, it's possible to have more if you're outside--but that can make the space feel tight and limit photo opportunities. Overall, it's a beautiful, efficient, and cost-effective option that still delivers a memorable experience. A great choice for couples looking for something intimate without sacrificing the feeling of a special occasion.

This government building has a really calm, serene feel to it. As you walk up, the Clerk-Recorder…read moresuite is on the right side of the fountain, which makes it easy to find. Right before the entrance there's a QR code for the waiting area, and it's honestly a great system. Once you scan it, you can see your place in line, and when it's your turn they'll text you the window number so a friendly staff member can help you. If you need copies, filing, or to register something, it's definitely worth checking their website first and completing what you can online to save time. But if you don't have access, there are three computers available after you walk through the waiting area that you can use. I went in the afternoon during the week and it was incredibly quick; hardly anyone waiting. They accept cash or credit card, and you can always ask ahead if they take personal checks, money orders, or cashier's checks. If you call with questions beforehand, the staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. They record everything right there in the office, and the whole process was smooth and efficient.

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.

I don't have a comparison of other offices, just the phone services. But I wish I had not hesitated…read moreto come in. I needed to handle something that could not be done online. One phone agent told me they would mail it to me in 7 to 10 business days. Two weeks later I received the wrong document in the mail. I got to the Fountain Valley office and waited for it to open. Five minutes later I had what I needed!

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.

I made an appointment here a few weeks ago for a name change. I had just gotten married and I was…read morehonestly dreading going into SSA. However, the process was actually not that bad - I was in and out in about 20 mins. The office itself was very clean - one of the cleanest, well kept SSA offices I've been to. My least favorite about this trip was the waiting to be called part, but once called, it was all smooth sailing. And honestly, I think you're all with me on that one: nobody likes the waiting part. Anyways, a nice office to go to if you have any SSA needs. Just don't forget to book your appointment beforehand!

I had a wonderful experience in this place every one did their job, in a very profesional and fast…read moretime process, I show up without appt and I wait less then an hour and the office was full so I was blessed that they gave me the opportunity and help me giving me my EBT. the social worker was very polite and helpful. I think they changed my Social worker and I hope I continue with the same experience. I really recommend this place even I read very bad experiences I prayed and God helped me. Thank you for everyone that was part of the process to get my EBT and Medical.

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.

all the workers i talked to were friendly. i got relatively fast service, all things considered…read more faster service than other government agencies from my personal experience.

My mother went in and was assumed to be homeless and was racially profiled when all she need was…read morehelp with some paper work