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Trace a Pima County Arrest From Jail Intake to the Final Court Result
Start with the Sheriff’s live inmate lookup, save the booking identifiers, identify the arresting agency and then check the correct Justice Court, Tucson City Court or Superior Court case.
This page also covers old jail records, arrest reports, warrants, bond, video visits, mail, phone calls, commissary, public defenders, victim advocates, Arizona DPS record review and criminal-record sealing.
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Arrest is not conviction. Jail charges describe allegations associated with custody. Prosecutors can decline, amend or dismiss charges, and a court can acquit a defendant. Always check the court disposition.
Current custody
Use the Sheriff Inmate Lookup.
Old jail records
Request through PCADC Jail Records.
Misdemeanor cases
Justice Court search is free.
Felony cases
Use Superior Court / Arizona Public Access.
Jail phone
520-351-8111.
One Pima County arrest can create four separate records
SHERIFF JAIL
Is the person held now?
Current custody, booking number, housing or pod information and jail identifiers.
Best starting point after a recent Tucson-area arrest.
ARRESTING AGENCY
What did officers report?
The arrest or incident report belongs to the Sheriff, Tucson Police, DPS or other agency that created it.
Jail custody does not transfer ownership of the police report.
JUSTICE / CITY COURT
Is it a misdemeanor?
Justice Court handles qualifying limited-jurisdiction criminal cases. Tucson City Court handles many Tucson municipal matters.
Justice Court felony information is not displayed in its public case search.
SUPERIOR COURT
Is it a felony?
Superior Court handles felony criminal cases and provides the controlling court disposition.
Use the case number whenever possible.Search someone currently held in Pima County Jail
Pima County Sheriff provides detention services for law-enforcement agencies throughout metropolitan Tucson and Pima County. A person booked into the county detention system may therefore have been arrested by PCSD, Tucson Police, another municipal agency or another law-enforcement office.
Open the Sheriff Inmate Lookup
Use the county jail system rather than a paid people-search site.
Run the official inmate search
Search the legal name
Try the last name first when spelling, middle names or suffixes are uncertain.
Open every plausible match
Same-name records can belong to different people.
Save the name number
Pima County uses this identifier for services including inmate telephone accounts.
Save the booking number
Jail Records, mail and other detention services can require it.
Record the pod or housing location
Personal mail and visitation depend on current housing information.
Check every charge and bond line
Do not assume one bond amount clears another case or hold.
Identify the arresting agency
That office normally controls the original incident or arrest report.
Continue to court records
Search the Justice Court, Tucson City Court or Superior Court record for the formal disposition.
Need an old Pima County booking instead of a current inmate?
The live jail lookup is best for current custody. For a prior incarceration, request the jail record directly from the Adult Detention Complex.
Collect the inmate’s full legal name
Add former names when applicable.
Add the date of birth
This helps Jail Records distinguish same-name people.
Add the name number or booking number
Either identifier substantially narrows the search.
Add the approximate incarceration dates
A narrow date range reduces unnecessary retrieval work.
Name the exact record needed
Examples: booking record, jail report, release information or specifically identified detention record.
Submit through Jail Records
Request an official jail record
What Pima County arrest and jail fields mean
| Field | Meaning | Does not prove | Next action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name number | Sheriff identifier used for the inmate. | Final case disposition. | Save for phone and jail-service questions. |
| Booking number | Specific detention intake event. | Every booking charge was prosecuted. | Match it with the court case. |
| Housing / pod | Current detention assignment. | The location will remain unchanged. | Recheck before mailing or visiting. |
| Arresting agency | Agency responsible for the arrest. | PCSD owns the incident report. | Request the police report from that agency. |
| Charge | Allegation associated with custody. | The prosecutor filed the same offense. | Read the court complaint or indictment. |
| Bond | Current release amount or condition shown. | Payment clears other holds. | Confirm every charge before paying. |
| Release | The jail custody event ended. | The criminal case ended. | Continue with the court docket. |
| Mugshot | Booking image associated with an intake. | Guilt or identity by itself. | Match DOB and official numbers. |
Verify the person before relying on an arrest record
Full legal name matches
Middle name or alias is consistent
Date of birth matches
Booking date fits the known event
Name number matches
Booking number matches
Arresting agency is consistent
Court case follows the same incident
Minimum rule: Use at least two independent identifiers before sending money, publishing an allegation or treating a result as belonging to a specific person.
No Pima County inmate or arrest result found?
Booking is still underway
Intake, medical screening, fingerprinting and computer entry can delay a new result.
The person was released
A live custody search may no longer show the person. Check court records and request historical jail records.
The surname is different
Try an alias, maiden name, compound surname or different spelling.
The person was cited instead of jailed
A criminal case can exist without a normal jail booking.
A city court has the case
A Tucson municipal misdemeanor may be in Tucson City Court rather than Justice Court.
The case is a felony
Justice Court’s public search specifically excludes felony case information.
The arrest occurred elsewhere
Search the county or agency that actually processed the arrest.
The record is sealed or restricted
Protected, juvenile, sealed and other non-public records may not appear.
Custody call script
I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], date of birth [date], was booked into the Pima County Adult Detention Complex after an arrest on [date]. Can you confirm whether the person is still being processed, currently held, released, transferred or listed under another name or booking number?
What happens after a Pima County arrest?
Law-enforcement incident
PCSD, Tucson Police, DPS or another agency creates the arrest and investigative records.
Jail intake
PCADC creates the detention record, booking identifiers, housing information and current custody record.
Initial appearance
The court addresses the charge, release conditions, counsel and future proceedings.
Prosecutor review
The charging authority can change or decline allegations appearing in the original booking.
Justice / City Court
Qualifying misdemeanor and limited-jurisdiction cases proceed in the appropriate lower court.
Superior Court
Felony prosecutions proceed through Arizona Superior Court.
Disposition
Charges can end through dismissal, acquittal, plea, conviction, sentence or another court order.
Correction or record relief
Wrong information may be challenged, while qualifying accurate records may be set aside, sealed or expunged under the applicable Arizona process.
Request the arrest report from the agency that created it
| Record needed | Starting office | Use these identifiers |
|---|---|---|
| Pima Sheriff incident report | PCSD Records Maintenance | Case number or date and location. |
| Tucson Police report | Tucson Police Department | TPD report number, date and location. |
| Arizona DPS incident | Arizona DPS | DPS incident/report number and date. |
| Jail booking record | PCADC Jail Records | Name, DOB, name number and booking number. |
| Justice Court case | Pima Consolidated Justice Court | CR case number or accurate party name. |
| Felony court record | Pima County Superior Court Clerk | Superior Court CR case number. |
Request a Pima County Sheriff arrest or incident report
PCSD Records Maintenance
1650 E. Benson Highway, Suite C
Tucson, AZ 85714-1758
Phone: 520-351-4650
Email: PublicRecordsRequest@sheriff.pima.gov
Published service-desk hours: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
1650 E. Benson Highway, Suite C
Tucson, AZ 85714-1758
Phone: 520-351-4650
Email: PublicRecordsRequest@sheriff.pima.gov
Published service-desk hours: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Confirm PCSD originated the record
The Sheriff states that records from other jurisdictions are not maintained or released by PCSD.
Obtain the case number
When unavailable, provide the exact incident date and location.
Name the specific document
Request the incident or arrest report rather than “all records.”
Add people and DOBs
This helps Records identify the correct event.
Select non-commercial or commercial use accurately
Arizona law requires disclosure when records are requested for commercial purposes.
Choose mail, pickup or email
Electronic delivery is still subject to applicable record charges.
Submit the official request
Open the PCSD report request
Current PCSD record charges
| Record | Current charge | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| Report up to 20 pages | $5 minimum | Additional pages cost $0.25 each. |
| Clearance letter | $5 | Confirm that a local clearance satisfies your purpose. |
| Involvement list | $5 | Separate from a full incident report. |
| Photo / 911 / audio CD | $10 | A future fee change is scheduled for October 4, 2026. |
| Body-camera / video | $46 per video hour reviewed / copy | Processing and release review can apply. |
| Large-request labor | $15/hour after first hour | Keep requests narrow. |
| Commercial use | Additional $50 | Applies in addition to listed record fees. |
Scheduled October 4, 2026 change: PCSD has announced that 911 or other audio will increase to $25, and photographs will be $25 per 100 photos for requests submitted on or after that date.
Copy-ready report request
I request an electronic copy of the releasable incident and arrest report concerning [full legal name], DOB [date], for the event on [date] at [location]. Known identifiers are PCSD case number [number], booking number [number] and court case number [number]. Please contact me before processing if the total cost will exceed $[amount].
Request jail records separately from the police report
Jail Records manages information about people housed at PCADC on charges originating from multiple law-enforcement agencies.
| Record | Published charge |
|---|---|
| Reports / transcripts / printed materials | $5 each; additional $0.25/page over 20 pages |
| Photo, video or audio on DVD | $5 per DVD |
| 4×6 printed photo | $0.25 each |
| 8×10 or 8×12 photo | $3 each |
| Clearance letter | $5 |
| Large production | $15/hour after first hour may apply |
Security video, visitation video and telephone recordings require a subpoena or other court order under the Jail Records instructions. Specify inmate, location, date and time as narrowly as possible.
Search Pima County Consolidated Justice Court
The Justice Court public search does not display felony cases, juvenile criminal or traffic cases, Orders of Protection or Injunction Against Harassment information.
Open Case Search
Search Pima County Justice Court
Search by case number when known
Criminal case numbers use the CR prefix.
Otherwise search by name
Use first and last name and verify DOB information where displayed.
Check the filed counts
The public display can show violation descriptions and charge class.
Review events chronologically
Entries may show arraignments, motions, warrant orders, warrant quashes and other events.
Find the disposition for every count
Do not assume every count in a multi-charge case ended the same way.
Check the next court date
Dates can change; verify immediately before attending.
Pima County Consolidated Justice Court
240 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: 520-724-3171
Published customer-service hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
240 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: 520-724-3171
Published customer-service hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Justice Court states that its online display is not the official court record and may change. Request a court copy when formal proof is needed.
Search Pima County Superior Court criminal cases
Arizona Public Access
- Free case-information search.
- Search participating Arizona courts.
- Information is not the official record.
- Statewide system updates weekly.
- Current update cycle is Friday for information through Wednesday.
Arizona eAccess
- Provides Superior Court criminal document access.
- Pima County criminal cases available from July 1, 2015 forward.
- Restricted and sealed documents are unavailable.
- Documents can be purchased online.
- Electronic certification can be purchased when available.
Find the Superior Court case number
A case number gives a safer match than a common name.
Compare the arrest date and charge
Confirm that the felony case follows the same incident as the jail booking.
Read the formal charges
The filed indictment or charging document can differ from the arrest allegation.
Review minute entries and orders
Look for release rulings, pleas, dismissals and sentencing.
Find the final disposition
Check each count independently.
Order the official document when necessary
Use the Clerk of Superior Court rather than an ordinary screenshot.
Arizona Superior Court in Pima County
110 W. Congress Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
Clerk: 520-724-3200
Case information: 520-724-4200
110 W. Congress Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
Clerk: 520-724-3200
Case information: 520-724-4200
Get a court copy instead of relying on a search-screen screenshot
Justice Court records
Justice Court states that ordinary online case searching is free. Its online Records Request service can be used to purchase actual case records.
Citation
Summons / complaint
Motion
Judgment
Sentencing minute entry
Plea agreement
The current Justice Court request form lists a $33 charge when certified copies are requested. The court states that a complete records request is processed within five business days.
Justice Court hearing audio
Justice Court currently charges $33 for an audio recording sent by email or $33 per CD. The court states that requests are generally fulfilled within five business days after payment.
Superior Court certified records
ECR Online for Parties allows parties to view filed documents, but copies printed from that party portal are not certified. Certified copies come from the Clerk’s Legal Records Unit or available eAccess certification service.
Check a possible Pima County warrant through the issuing court
Pima County Sheriff directs people who suspect an arrest warrant to contact the court of jurisdiction. Do not assume a third-party warrant website is current.
Identify the likely court
Determine whether the matter is in Justice Court, Superior Court, Tucson City Court or another jurisdiction.
Search the current case
Use the docket number whenever known.
Look for warrant-related events
Justice Court records can show entries such as Warrant Ordered, Warrant Remains or Warrant Quashed.
Read the newest entry
An older warrant order may have been quashed or resolved later.
Call the court before acting
Justice Court: 520-724-3171. Superior Court case information: 520-724-4200.
Use defense counsel when the warrant concerns you
An attorney can explain appearance, surrender and release options.
Scam warning: Pima County Superior Court warns that legitimate court staff do not demand immediate money by phone, gift card, Zelle, Venmo or similar unsolicited payment methods to resolve a warrant or missed jury service.
Post a Pima County Jail bond without paying the wrong amount
Verify all charges and holds first. One bond amount does not guarantee release if another case, warrant, detainer or release condition remains.
Confirm the inmate’s identity
Have the full name, name number, booking number and court case number.
Confirm every bond
Call the jail at 520-351-8111 before paying.
Choose the payment method
Pima County accepts several different methods depending on how the bond is posted.
Use the Inmate Accounts window for exact-payment instruments
Cash, cashier’s checks and money orders are accepted for the exact bond amount. Jail staff does not provide change.
Use the lobby kiosk for cash or card
Lobby kiosks are available 24 hours a day.
Use the approved electronic service when paying remotely
Credit and debit transactions can be made through TouchPay or by calling 866-232-1899.
Bring identification
ID validation is required for bonds.
Allow processing time
Most bond transactions are processed within about an hour, but actual inmate release can take up to five hours.
Know the overnight release restriction
Pima County states that inmates are not released between approximately 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Inmate Accounts Office
Main Jail lobby
1270 W. Silverlake Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
Counter hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., seven days a week
Main Jail lobby
1270 W. Silverlake Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
Counter hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., seven days a week
Bond-verification script
I am calling about [full legal name], booking number [number]. Please confirm every current charge, each bond amount and type, any outside hold or detainer, the accepted payment method, and whether any condition could prevent release after the bond is posted.
How to get a Public Defender in Pima County
Pima County Public Defender representation is obtained by court appointment. The criminal court determines whether the defendant is indigent and whether any part of the defense costs must be paid by the defendant.
Request appointed counsel at the first available court stage
Tell the court that the defendant cannot afford private counsel.
Complete the indigency screening
Provide accurate financial information requested by the court.
Confirm which office receives the appointment
A case may be assigned to the Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate or contract counsel.
Do not assume a phone call creates representation
The county defense offices represent defendants after appointment by the court.
For Tucson city misdemeanors, use the correct office
Pima County states that misdemeanors occurring inside the City of Tucson are generally handled by the City of Tucson Public Defender unless charged alongside a felony.
Protect confidential case information
Do not discuss detailed defense strategy on ordinary personal jail calls or electronic messages.
Get Pima County crime-victim assistance
Pima County Attorney’s Office Victim Services
32 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Advocate assistance: 520-724-5525
Main Victim Services: 520-724-5600
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
On-call crisis services operate 24/7.
32 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Advocate assistance: 520-724-5525
Main Victim Services: 520-724-5600
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
On-call crisis services operate 24/7.
Crime-scene crisis support
Court-hearing support
Victim-rights information
Domestic-violence advocacy
Community-resource referrals
Victim compensation guidance
Court-system orientation
Restitution-related assistance
Schedule a Pima County Jail visit correctly
Personal visits are conducted by video. An inmate becomes eligible for visitation after the first court appearance and assignment to a permanent housing unit.
| Visit | Current charge | Duration / rule |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly onsite visit | Free | One 30-minute visit per inmate each week. |
| Additional onsite visit | $9 | Additional 30 minutes per inmate per day. |
| Remote visit | $0.25/minute | Up to 15 minutes at a time. |
Confirm current housing first
Search the inmate record immediately before scheduling.
Create the visitation account
Pima County uses ViaPath / GTL visitation services.
Schedule onsite visits one to seven days ahead
Same-day walk-in visits are not accepted.
Select an available time
Appointments are first come, first served.
Bring current photo ID onsite
Accepted ID must include a photo, DOB and current address.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Late arrival can result in cancellation because visits start and end at the scheduled time.
Published visitation windows
Onsite video
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Remote video
Sunday–Saturday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Visitation is not available on federal holidays. Jail lockdowns, disciplinary restrictions or operational issues can postpone or cancel visits.
Avoid a 30-day visitation suspension
Identity
- Adult account holders must be at least 18.
- Minors must remain with the adult account holder.
- Do not create duplicate visitor accounts.
- Both parties must remain identifiable onscreen.
Dress
- No see-through or excessively revealing clothing.
- No swimwear.
- No clothing above mid-thigh.
- No exposed underwear.
- No tank or halter tops.
- No gang-related clothing.
Conduct
- No sexual activity.
- No drug or alcohol activity onscreen.
- No moving-vehicle visits.
- No recording or livestreaming.
- No three-way visits.
- No relaying messages for another party.
Many visitation violations carry a published 30-day visitor restriction and can lead to longer or permanent suspension.
Address Pima County inmate mail with the booking number and pod
Personal mail / inmate trust address
“Inmate Trust Account” — only when money order or government check is enclosed
Inmate Name
Pod Location
Booking Number
P.O. Box 951
Tucson, AZ 85702
“Inmate Trust Account” — only when money order or government check is enclosed
Inmate Name
Pod Location
Booking Number
P.O. Box 951
Tucson, AZ 85702
Important personal-mail rules
Postcards cannot exceed 4.25 × 6 inches
No glitter
No nudity or sexual content
No weapon or gang material
Personal postcards are copied; originals are not delivered
Original postcards are destroyed after 14 calendar days
Books must come from publisher or accepted distributor
Packages require prior approval
Package authorization normally must be obtained five days before mailing
Gel-pen letters are not accepted
When a money order or government check is mailed for the trust account, do not include a personal letter in the same envelope. The Sheriff states that other mail contents in that envelope will be returned.
Legal mail
Legal mail must use pre-printed/pre-stamped or metered-postage envelopes. Contents must be loose paper—no staples, binding or fasteners.
Electronic messages
E-message
Up to 2,000 characters. Current published price: $0.25 per message.
Attachments
Approved pictures and short video attachments may be available for an additional provider charge.
Set up Pima County Jail phone service
A GTL AdvancePay prepaid account must contain sufficient funds for calls or voicemail service.
Find the inmate name number
Use the jail lookup.
Convert it to the nine-digit PIN
Pima County instructs users to add leading zeros to the inmate’s name number until it is nine digits.
Create or fund AdvancePay
Use ConnectNetwork or call 800-483-8314.
Keep enough funds for calls
A call will not connect when the account lacks sufficient funds.
Use the dedicated voicemail number
Call 520-448-3426 and enter the inmate’s name number.
| Item | Published rule |
|---|---|
| Voicemail number | 520-448-3426 |
| Message length | Up to two minutes |
| Current charge | $2 per message |
| Refund | Published as non-refundable |
Deposit inmate money without using an unapproved service
Personal checks are not accepted
U.S. bank checks and money orders can be accepted at the account window
U.S. paper currency is accepted for deposit value only
No change is given
Coins are not accepted for account deposits
Depositor must show valid government photo ID
Check-cashing cards are not accepted as ID
Released funds require inmate authorization
Inmate Accounts counter
Main Jail Complex
1270 W. Silverlake Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
Published counter hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., seven days a week
Main Jail Complex
1270 W. Silverlake Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
Published counter hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., seven days a week
Confirm current custody first
Do not deposit to a person who has already been released or transferred.
Verify the inmate identifiers
Match the legal name and name number.
Choose inmate trust versus telephone account
They are different accounts.
Use the Sheriff’s current transfer instructions
Open inmate money instructions
Use the county-linked commissary provider for packages
Order only approved items for the correct inmate.
Save every transaction confirmation
Keep the inmate ID, amount and confirmation number.
Pick up property only after the inmate authorizes the release
The inmate initiates the release
The inmate submits an Inmate Property Transaction form.
Only the named person can pick it up
Property is not released to an unlisted family member or friend.
Bring government photo ID
Valid identification is required for all property transactions.
Use the Main Jail property area
Property Release/Exchange is at 1270 W. Silverlake Road.
Call before traveling
Contact 520-351-8281 or 520-351-8112.
Published property pickup: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays.
Property not collected within 45 days after an inmate transfer may be disposed of.
Closed weekends and holidays.
Property not collected within 45 days after an inmate transfer may be disposed of.
Switch to ADCRR after transfer to state prison
Use Pima County Jail for
- Recent arrest intake.
- Pretrial custody.
- Local booking number.
- Local jail services.
Use ADCRR for
- Arizona state-prison custody.
- State inmate number.
- Current state facility.
- State correctional status.
ADCRR warns that release dates shown in its inmate data search have not necessarily been verified or audited and can change. Use the court judgment for formal offense and sentence proof.
DPS does not provide a public statewide name search for anyone you choose
Arizona DPS criminal-history records are restricted. Private citizens cannot simply order another person’s complete Arizona DPS criminal history for general background-check purposes.
You may review and challenge your own Arizona criminal history through the DPS Record Review Packet process.
Request or download the Record Review Packet
DPS Criminal History Records Unit: 602-223-2222.
Complete the contact information sheet
Follow the current packet checklist.
Complete the fingerprint card
Use the FBI blue standard applicant fingerprint card or another card meeting the DPS instructions.
Have fingerprints taken properly
The agency or official taking the fingerprints must complete the required identifying information.
Mail the complete packet
Use the DPS packet instructions and pre-addressed process.
Review the mailed response
DPS states that a response including any existing criminal record information will be mailed within 15 days after receiving a completed packet.
Challenge inaccurate information
Use the review materials to dispute an incorrect arrest or disposition.
Arizona DPS Criminal History Records Unit
Phone: 602-223-2222
Phone: 602-223-2222
Correct the agency that owns the inaccurate field
| Error | Start here | Proof to obtain |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong Sheriff incident data | PCSD Records Maintenance | Correct incident or identity documentation. |
| Wrong jail booking data | PCADC Jail Records | Booking identifiers and correction evidence. |
| Wrong Justice Court disposition | Pima Justice Court | Minute entry, judgment or court order. |
| Wrong Superior Court disposition | Clerk of Superior Court | Certified disposition or amended order. |
| Wrong Arizona criminal history | DPS Record Review / Challenge | Fingerprints plus controlling court or agency documentation. |
Correction is not sealing. Correct a record when a fact is wrong. Use a sealing or set-aside process when the record is accurate but qualifies for legal relief.
Set aside, seal or expunge: choose the correct Arizona process
Set aside
Changes the status of an eligible conviction after sentence requirements are completed. It does not seal or erase the public record.
Seal case records
ARS §13-911 can restrict qualifying arrest, charging, conviction and sentence records held by criminal-justice agencies.
Marijuana expungement
A separate Arizona procedure exists for qualifying marijuana-related offenses.
Pima Justice Court set-aside
Pima County Consolidated Justice Court allows a person convicted in that court to submit an online set-aside request after completing the sentence, required classes and financial obligations. The court states that there is no charge for its online set-aside service.
A set-aside does not seal or expunge the case. The public record remains accessible but shows that the judgment was set aside.
Arizona criminal case sealing under ARS §13-911
Arizona permits eligible people arrested, charged, convicted or sentenced before, on or after December 31, 2022 to petition to seal qualifying criminal case records.
Convicted person after qualifying requirements and waiting period
Charge dismissed
Not guilty at trial
Arrested but charges were never filed
Waiting periods after completing non-monetary sentence requirements
| Conviction level | Waiting period |
|---|---|
| Class 2 or 3 felony | 10 years |
| Class 4, 5 or 6 felony | 5 years |
| Class 1 misdemeanor | 3 years |
| Class 2 or 3 misdemeanor | 2 years |
A prior historical felony conviction can add five years to the waiting period. Monetary obligations and victim restitution must also be completed under the applicable rules.
Where to file the sealing petition
Conviction
File in the court where the conviction occurred.
Dismissed or not guilty
File where the indictment, information, citation or complaint was filed.
Justice Court case transferred to Superior Court
File the petition in Superior Court.
Arrest with no charges but an initial appearance occurred
File in the court where the initial appearance occurred.
No charges and no initial appearance
File in Superior Court in the county where the arrest occurred.
Information to gather before filing
Arrest date
Arresting agency
Booking location
Booking number
Citation number
Police department report number
Incident number
Court case number
Some serious, violent, dangerous, weapon-related, serious-injury and specified sexual offenses are excluded from ARS §13-911 sealing. Eligibility must be checked against the current statute before filing.
If a sealing petition is denied on the merits, Arizona’s current guidance generally requires a three-year wait before another petition under ARS §13-911. A dismissal for filing in the wrong court or insufficient information is treated differently.
Pima County jail, court and record contact board
Pima County Sheriff
1750 E. Benson Highway
Tucson, AZ 85714
Tucson, AZ 85714
Sheriff Non-Emergency
Adult Detention Complex
1270 W. Silverlake Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
Tucson, AZ 85713
Jail Records
PCSD Records Maintenance
1650 E. Benson Hwy., Suite C
Tucson, AZ 85714
Tucson, AZ 85714
Jail Visits
Justice Court
240 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
Tucson, AZ 85701
Superior Court Clerk
110 W. Congress Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
Tucson, AZ 85701
Superior Court Case Info
Public Defender
33 N. Stone Ave., Suite 2100
Tucson, AZ 85701
Tucson, AZ 85701
Victim Services
Arizona DPS Criminal History
Pima County Adult Detention Complex map
Pima County Superior Court map
Pima County Justice Court map
Before traveling: Verify current custody, office hours, required ID, current court location and any appointment requirement.
What this guide saves you from researching separately
Jail workflow
Current inmate search, old bookings, jail-record requests, bond, visitation, mail, phone, money and property.
Court routing
Justice Court versus Superior Court, felony limitations, statewide case lookup and court-copy options.
Police reports
Correct custodian, PCSD request steps, current fees and the October 4, 2026 scheduled fee change.
Legal help
Public Defender appointment, Legal Defender routing and Tucson misdemeanor distinction.
Arizona history
DPS personal Record Review Packet, fingerprint requirement and 15-day response target.
Record relief
Set-aside versus sealing, ARS §13-911 waiting periods and correct filing court.
Pima County jail and court questions answered
How do I search Pima County arrest records?
Start with the official Sheriff Inmate Lookup for current custody. Then identify the arresting agency and search the appropriate Justice, municipal or Superior Court case.
How do I find someone currently in Pima County Jail?
Use the Sheriff Inmate Lookup and save the name number, booking number and housing information shown for the matching person.
How do I find an older Pima County booking?
Submit a request to PCADC Jail Records with the full name, DOB, approximate dates and any known name or booking number.
How do I find the court outcome?
Use Justice Court for qualifying misdemeanor cases and Arizona Public Access or Superior Court resources for felony cases. Read the final disposition for every charge.
How do I check a Pima County warrant?
The Sheriff directs warrant questions to the court of jurisdiction. Search the relevant court case, read the newest warrant entry and confirm status directly with the court.
How much does a Pima County Sheriff report cost?
As of August 14, 2026, reports up to 20 pages have a $5 minimum and additional pages cost $0.25 each. Other media and production charges vary.
How do Pima County Jail visits work?
All personal visitation is by video. One 30-minute onsite visit per inmate per week is free, an additional onsite 30 minutes costs $9, and remote video currently costs $0.25 per minute for sessions up to 15 minutes.
How do I post bond?
Verify all charges first. Bond can be handled at the Main Jail Inmate Accounts Office, 24-hour lobby kiosks or approved electronic services depending on the payment method.
Can I obtain my Arizona DPS criminal history?
You can review your own Arizona record through the DPS fingerprint-based Record Review Packet process. DPS does not provide a general public statewide name search for any person a private citizen chooses.
Can a Pima County arrest record be sealed?
Some records qualify for sealing under ARS §13-911. A set-aside is different and does not seal the case. Qualifying marijuana matters use a separate expungement process.