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Welcome to OCParks.com Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions:
What Is The Park Ranger Citation Program?
| Effective January 2, park rangers were authorized to begin issuing civil citations to individuals who violate County ordinances. Violators will be required to pay a fine as established by the ordinance. The main goal of issuing citations is to protect park visitors and resources. The general focus of our park management policy is to obtain voluntary compliance with ordinances by park visitors. The amount of the fine will increase for repeated violations.
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Are Park Rangers Police Officers?
| No. However, rangers are “peace” officers as defined by California Penal Code 830.31. The principal duties of the park ranger will not change. They will continue to be hosts, interpreters, and guides, while also being better equipped to protect park patrons and natural resources.
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When Will This Be Effective?
| Rangers were authorized to begin issuing citations on January 2, 2006.
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Will Rangers Have Guns?
Why Will Park Rangers Be Allowed To Issue Citations?
| To help the rangers more effectively protect park visitors and resources at various Harbors, Beaches and Parks (HBP) facilities.
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What Will Rangers Be Doing?
| Issue civil citations to individuals who violate certain County ordinances.
Attend the Orange County Sheriff’s Academy for Specialized training and CAL POST Standards.
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How Many Facilities Will Be Affected By This New Program?
| Currently there are 26 facilities under HBP and all facilities will be following the new guidelines.
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