Lost and Found in Old Stine, CA
Report a lost item to local services and ReportLost, or search community groups and the Kern County Sheriff's Office. Free public listing, or choose automatic or team-assisted search options.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
California : found property must be held by law enforcement for at least 90 days before it can pass to the finder, be auctioned or disposed of. (California Civil Code §2080.2)
No report has been filed in Old Stine yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
What to Do If You've Lost Something
Create a free public report
Post your lost item details on ReportLost at no cost. Your report will be searchable and visible to other users. This works alongside direct contact with local services.
Contact Kern County Sheriff or local police
Call the Kern County Sheriff's Office at (661) 861-3110 to report your lost item. For items lost at local businesses or public spaces, also reach out to those locations directly.
Consider a paid search option
Upgrade to Automatic Search ($12) for 6 months of web monitoring and QR stickers, or Team-Assisted Search ($25) for manual outreach to local services and community groups over 12 months. Matches are reviewed before you're notified.
Where to Report and Search
Contact the right local service and consider online options
Kern County Sheriff's Office
Report your lost item to the Sheriff's Office dispatch line. Provide a detailed description of what you lost, including color, size, and any identifying marks. They can advise on where your item may have been taken.
Bakersfield community groups
Old Stine residents often connect through Bakersfield-area lost and found groups on Facebook, where locals post and share information about lost items and pets. Nextdoor is also widely used in the region for neighborhood alerts.
Lost pets
If you've lost a pet, contact Kern County Animal Services or check local shelters. Post on PawBoost and Bakersfield-area pet groups on Facebook. For more information on filing a lost pet report, file a lost pet report.
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Start Your Search
A free ReportLost listing takes a few minutes and reaches other users looking for lost items. If you want the ReportLost team to conduct an active search and contact local services on your behalf, the paid options include web monitoring, manual outreach, and QR stickers.
Create a report →Old Stine is an unincorporated community in Kern County. The Kern County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement and lost property reports. You can file a report directly with them, and you may also check with businesses or public spaces where you lost your item.
ReportLost offers a free public listing plus optional paid search services to extend your reach beyond direct contact. Combining local outreach with a ReportLost listing can increase visibility.
Common Lost Item Locations
Check these areas and businesses first
Stine Road corridor
Main commercial and residential area where many items are lost or turned in to local shops and gas stations.
Local businesses and gas stations
Call ahead to check if your item has been turned in to any place where you may have lost it.
Community Resources
Connect with locals and check shared lost-and-found networks
Active group for lost and found items and pets in the broader Bakersfield area
Lost pet database covering Bakersfield and surrounding communities
Neighborhood network for lost item alerts in your area
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I report a lost item to the Sheriff's Office?
Call the Kern County Sheriff's Office dispatch line at (661) 861-3110 and provide a detailed description of your lost item, including when and where you lost it. They can log the report and advise you on next steps.
How long do local businesses keep lost items?
Retention periods vary by business. Check with the location where you lost your item as soon as possible. Most retailers hold lost items for a few weeks to a few months before disposing of them.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that offers free public listings and optional paid search options to complement your own outreach to local law enforcement, businesses, and community groups. It does not replace direct contact with police or the Sheriff's Office.
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Ready to Report?
Start with a free public listing on ReportLost, then contact the Kern County Sheriff's Office directly. If you want professional outreach over months, explore the paid search options.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Kern County Sheriff's Office, local businesses, or any government agency. Creating a report on ReportLost does not file an official police report; you must contact the Sheriff's Office directly for that.