Maricopa Police Records Search

Maricopa police records are maintained by the Maricopa Police Department in central Arizona. The city of Maricopa is the largest community in Pinal County with approximately 77,000 residents. You can request incident reports, crash reports, and other documents through their JustFOIA online portal. Non-criminal incidents and crash reports are typically available within five business days. Criminal reports require additional processing time due to redaction requirements under Arizona Title 39 public records law.

How to Request Maricopa Police Records

Submit requests through the JustFOIA portal. This online system handles all public records requests for Maricopa PD. Create an account to submit new requests, track the status of pending requests, and receive notifications when your records are ready. The portal lets you pay any applicable fees electronically.

You can also visit police headquarters at 39700 West Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138. The lobby is open Monday through Thursday from 7am to 6pm and Friday from 8am to 5pm. Call (520) 568-9098 for records questions. The administrative line is (520) 316-6800. For emergencies, dispatch can be reached at (520) 568-3673.

Non-criminal incidents and traffic crash reports move through the system faster than other record types. Most of these are available within five business days of the incident. Criminal reports take longer because staff must review them for information that needs to be blacked out under state law. Personal details, victim information, and ongoing investigation details are commonly redacted before release.

Maricopa PD joined the JustFOIA platform to give residents a modern way to access records. The old system required paper forms and in-person visits. Now you can handle most requests from home. The portal sends email updates as your request moves through the review process. You will know when records are ready and what the final cost is before you pay.

Maricopa Police Records Fees

Fees for Maricopa police records follow Arizona statute guidelines. The JustFOIA system will show cost estimates when you submit your request. Standard document fees apply to most requests. Video and audio files may cost more due to the time needed to review and redact them. Contact the records unit directly if you need a specific quote before submitting.

Crime victims in Arizona have special rights under ARS 39-127. If you are a victim of a Part I crime, domestic violence, or sexual offense, you can get one free copy of the police report from your case. This also covers any audio recordings and video footage related to the incident. Identify yourself as a victim when you submit your request. Staff will verify your status in the case file and waive the fees.

Most people pay a small fee for standard reports. The exact amount depends on the number of pages and whether you need certified copies. Digital delivery through the portal is often cheaper than printed documents sent by mail. The system accepts credit cards and debit cards for payment. Some government agencies and attorneys may qualify for fee waivers or discounts.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 gives the public access to police records during regular office hours. Maricopa police records fall under this law. You do not need to explain why you want the records or how you plan to use them. The law says records shall be open to inspection by any person.

Some records have access restrictions under state and federal law. Active investigation files may be held back until the case is closed. Records with information about juveniles have names and identifying details removed. Victim information is protected in many cases. Medical records, social security numbers, and other sensitive data are blacked out before release. These protections apply even when the rest of the report is public.

Arizona law caps video review fees at $46 per hour under ARS 39-129. This limit applies to body camera footage, dash cam video, and other police recordings. The fee covers the time staff spend reviewing footage to identify and redact protected information. Crime victims are exempt from this fee for recordings related to their own case.

Maricopa Police Contact Information

Contact the support services division for Maricopa police records requests. Staff can answer questions about fees, processing times, and what records are available.

Police Headquarters:

• Address: 39700 West Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138
• Records Questions: (520) 568-9098
• Administrative Line: (520) 316-6800
• Dispatch: (520) 568-3673
• Lobby Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-6pm, Friday 8am-5pm

Online Portal: maricopaaz.justfoia.com

Maricopa City and Pinal County

The city of Maricopa sits in Pinal County. This is different from Maricopa County, which is the large county containing Phoenix. For incidents outside city limits, contact the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff handles unincorporated areas and smaller communities throughout the county. Pinal County has its own records portal at GovTransfer.

Maricopa is positioned between Phoenix and Tucson along Interstate 10. The city has grown rapidly over the past two decades. The police department serves the incorporated city area. State Highway Patrol handles incidents on the interstate and state routes. If you are unsure which agency responded to an incident, check the case number prefix or call dispatch to find out.

Nearby Arizona Cities

These cities are near Maricopa and have their own police departments.