Just a quick note about the dress code: no strapless or spaghetti strap tops, sheer fabrics, or any…read moreclothing that reveals breasts. Shorts, skirts, and dresses should be at least mid-thigh in length. Please avoid any gang-related attire. Also, remember to wear a shirt underneath your sweater or zip-up jacket. Came back recently and it's busier than it was the last time. So expect to wait in long lines and for the bus/shuttle.

This is not the usual place you see on Yelp, but I want to share my experience at Pitchess…read moreDetention Center for people who may be visiting loved ones. You need to register in advance and show up early. I was there at least an hour early and that helped. There is free parking and I walked up to the line from there. When I arrived I had a hat, wallet, keys, phone, and a Bible I wanted to give away. An officer politely told me that you cannot bring any of that in. No keys, no phone, no Bible, nothing extra. You lock things up, then go through the line, and take a bus to the area where your visit will be. The officers I dealt with were kind and professional. They explained the rules and kept things moving. They say the visits are about 30 minutes, but I was given more time than that, which I appreciated. You do need to understand where you are and follow the rules. Within that reality, my experience with the staff was respectful. I do wish there was a way to bring in a Bible but I understand they have strict policies. so three and a half stars, which rounds up to 4 on here, based on how I was treated.

Workers were all very nice and helpful. They say to be there an hour early but I got there 45 mins…read moreearly and it was fine. Everything went by quickly as far as visitation goes. It was a very straightforward process.

Never did I think I would be visiting a loved one in jail but, here we are so let's make the best…read moreout of the situation. Once I arrived I was appalled by the amount of parking there is, usually one has to pay or park far but here parking is not an issue. The check in process was super straight forward fill out you're form get in line go thru security then check in. You will ride a bus about 5 min to the facility and as soon as you get off go inside the facility and hand over your form to the officer. From there it's just a wait till you hear your loved one's name and they'll tell you you're booth. Staff and officers were very nice and understanding something I would wish I'd see more in L.A. Dress code is not so strict from what I've seen but I still try to keep it toned down casual just in case! Sometimes there will be lockdowns and unfortunately that aren't the facility's fault. They go thru a thorough process and as soon as everything is green light then they will almost always let you in to see your loved one. If you need to use the restroom try using the ones passing security for a cleaner experience. Stay strong everyone God is good!

I've had a few run-ins with these guys in the past, and I own my mistakes. Jail isn't fun, but that…read morewas on me, not the officers who were simply doing their jobs. What I really wanted to say is thank you. I've lived in a lot of places over the years, and I truly believe the Santa Clarita Sheriff's Department does a great job. They have a strong instinct for what they do and seem able to spot trouble a mile away. That kind of awareness makes a real difference in the community. Cleaning up the wash has helped a lot. I walk my dog there often, and while I have a great deal of empathy for the homeless community, the trash and mess had become overwhelming. The deputies are doing good work and helping keep the area safer and more enjoyable for everyone. I appreciate it. Thank you for what you do.

Rights Violations, Discrimination, Negligence, Intimidation, and Pattern Evidence…read more On November 14, 2025, I arrived at the Golden Valley Sheriff's Station at 7:00 PM for a court-ordered custody exchange, as I have consistently done since September 15, 2025. At 7:30 PM, the other parent informed me that she would not be coming to the station due to car trouble and stated I would need to retrieve our child the following day. Because the other parent has previously filed three domestic violence charges against me, I immediately informed the Sheriff's Department that I did not feel safe going to her residence alone and requested assistance to keep the peace. I was instructed by station staff to go to her home and call upon arrival so deputies could assist. I arrived at the other parent's residence at 8:00 PM and called as directed. After more than an hour passed without response, I called again at 9:03 PM and was told deputies were "busy" and I needed to continue waiting. Concerned for my child's welfare having not seen him in over 48 hours and still receiving no assistance, I returned to the station at 10:30 PM to ask whether a welfare check should be conducted. Dispatcher Ortia again told me to "stand by" indefinitely. At approximately 11:30 PM, while still following the instructions I had been given, I called the station yet again. During this call, I overheard Dispatcher Ortia say, in reference to me, "that black guy has been calling all night." This racially-charged and discriminatory remark shows clear bias and directly impacted the handling of my calls for assistance. Deputy Sanchez then came on the line and dismissed my concerns, stating, "I'm not sending another officer there, handle it yourself like an adult," and falsely claiming, "We already sent an officer, we have body-cam footage," despite no deputy ever having responded. When I explained that the other parent had previously filed multiple domestic violence charges against me and that I needed law enforcement present to ensure safety, he told me to "use your cell phone to record it like we do." After completing the custody exchange on my own without any law-enforcement support I returned to the station to file a report. Deputy Sanchez refused to take one, stating no crime occurred. I presented him with the judge's written order containing the exact date, time, and location of the exchange, and he still refused, stating the order was "not enough information" and insisting the other parent "did nothing wrong." He also refused to provide even an incident or tag number, depriving me of documentation and preventing accountability for the department's inaction. The behavior of Dispatcher Ortia and Deputy Sanchez racial remarks, refusal to respond, denial of documentation, dismissive and hostile comments, and refusal to enforce a court order constitutes discrimination, negligence, intimidation, and a clear failure to uphold the law. Their conduct prevented me from safely exercising my court-ordered custodial rights and demonstrated bias rather than equal protection under the law. Relevance of the Valencia deputy assault case This complaint is further supported by the fact that the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station under the same agency and leadership structure has recently been accused in a federal civil rights lawsuit of serious misconduct and abuse of authority. In that case, Valencia resident Parker Seitz alleges he was violently beaten by three off-duty deputies outside a local bar, and that the station's former captain, Justin Diez, attempted to cover up the incident and dissuade the victim from reporting it. The lawsuit alleges systemic issues, including deputies using their authority to intimidate citizens, avoid accountability, and obstruct lawful reporting. This information is relevant to my complaint because it demonstrates a documented pattern of misconduct, intimidation, discriminatory treatment, and attempts to discourage legitimate complaints within the same Sheriff's Department. The actions taken against Mr. Seitz parallel the treatment I experienced: disregard for citizen safety, improper influence or intimidation, refusal to document incidents, abuse of authority, and discriminatory behavior. This pattern shows that my experience is not an isolated event but part of a broader culture of misconduct that allows deputies to withhold assistance, dismiss legitimate concerns, and selectively enforce the law. The conduct of Dispatcher Ortia and Deputy Sanchez aligns with these documented patterns and strengthens the seriousness and credibility of my complaint.

The June 29th HHW/E-WASTE COLLECTION EVENTS at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena was a complete disaster…read more Hundreds of cars lined up , congestion, haphazard trying to dispose of waste. What a f-ing disgrace. For all the taxes and environmental regulations we suffer in the state this was a complete S. show. If there is such a demand for this service this there should be better established opportunities to do so. Many people, including myself, just turned their cars around. I was so pissed I could have dumped all my e waste right there in the Arroyo. So much for trying to be environmentally responsible. I'm doing this the 'old way'. What a joke.

I was at the building permits office to get a final inspection on a garage conversion which was…read moredone by previous owner. Staff was very helpful and nice to talk to. There were hardly a few people ahead of me and service was quick. They do plan reviews only between 8 am - 11 am but office is open till 4:30 pm

I used to vendor for Regional Center and was proud to do so. I have worked with every one of them;…read morehowever, in addition to NLARC, I suspect they all have changed. I have a daughter with Special Needs and have found the staff to be manipulative, dishonest, unkind and disrespectful. You are told to "submit invoices and they will reimburse you for activiites." However, what you find after waiting a year for reimbursement that either 1. The person who told you this is "gone" and their email has been wiped clean; 2. Oh! Who told you THAT? 3. I have no idea what you are talking about? 3. " You sent me something that is a. Blurry and can't read it, b. Something that won't open {although last week you could} c. Maybe you need to talk to someone else...goes on and on..OR, you can talk to MIJI! Who?? So, then you find out through the Operator who this is and, "oh, no, we can't possibly pay those invoices {even though they were approved multiple times}, as "we just can't do that." It goes on and on. Print and save your emails. Maybe I'll start recording my conversations just to make me feel better. If you have a child or adult in Regional Center, become the squeeky wheel and acknowledge the reality of the situation. I believe, eventually, it will end. I do wonder where they find these people

I have fond memories spending time in libraries at a young age…read more We booked an appointment online to renew our passports at this location. The young man, Quellen (I hope I spelled his name correctly) who helped us, was very polite, knowledgeable and professional. Front desk staff were also very pleasant. The atmosphere of this library is calm and is well maintained. Would definitely come back to this location to book passport services or if ever in the area, utilize library services.

This is a perfectly fine library. I like that there are study rooms but be aware that you must be…read moreon a group to reserve them. The lighting is adequate and the staff are friendly.

I had such a wonderful experience with Noli who was helping my husband and I. Not only was he fast…read moreand efficient but I left my personal belongings by accident and he went above n beyond by calling me to let me know. I really hope hard work and humanity rewards because he called me to let me know and I can't thank him enough. Please recognize him and I hope he gets everything he deserves.

I had such a great experience at this post office! We came in for a passport appointment for my…read moredaughter and Noli helped us -- his customer service was excellent. The whole process was fast, easy, and incredibly convenient. Highly recommend this location! We were in and out within 15 minutes. Make sure you make an appointment. It makes it much easier.

Great office, went in for a VIN Verification and Officer Garcia came out promptly, was in a great…read moremood, and helped me out in the inspection and documents needed. These guys and girls deal with the worst of drivers/ humanity, and many crash and fatalities scene, must be a super tough job.

Thank you Officer Jaime Perez for helping us get an injured dog off of the freeway on Sunday…read moremorning. The dog wandered out of its yard when an electric gate failed to fully close. He survived being hit on the freeway, probably Saturday evening or early Sunday morning, and was reunited with its owner Monday, January 20. The owner's name is Angel. The dog's name is Halo. We're getting a lot of credit for doing the rescue but in fact, it was a team effort, which we were able to do safely with the assistance of the CHP.

Working with TSgt Hamilton has been the best experience I've ever had with a recruiter. I have been…read morein the USAF for a little over three years, and when I reached out to several offices in the Central Valley to participate in the Recruiter Assistance Program (RAP) before my PCS, TSgt Hamilton was the only one to return my call. He was incredibly genuine and completely willing to accommodate my schedule. He is hands down the most authentic recruiter I've encountered in my career. Knowing he is taking care of applicants in the Santa Clarita area gives me great peace of mind, especially since I wasn't fortunate enough to have a recruiter of his caliber when I enlisted.

One of the best Air Force recruiting offices out there, Sergeants were very helpful, they know what…read morethey're doing, they have the answers you need. Don't be afraid to check it out.