Peoria Police Records

Peoria police records are maintained by the Peoria Police Department in the northwest Phoenix metro area. The department serves approximately 200,000 residents. You can request incident reports and other law enforcement documents through their GovQA public records request system. Peoria PD processes requests online, making it convenient to submit and track your request from home.

How to Request Peoria Police Records

Visit the Peoria Police records page to access the GovQA public records request system. Create an account to submit requests, track progress, and receive notifications when your records are ready. The portal accepts electronic payment for any applicable fees.

You can also visit the police station at 8351 W. Cinnabar Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345. Call (623) 773-7098 for questions. Email records@peoriaaz.gov with inquiries about Peoria police records. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7am to 6pm. Staff can help you determine what records exist and estimate costs.

Peoria uses a four-day work week, so plan visits accordingly. The office is closed on Fridays. If you need help on a Friday, try calling or using the online portal instead of visiting in person. The GovQA system accepts requests around the clock even when the office is closed.

Processing times vary based on the type of request. Simple incident reports are usually ready within a week or two. Requests involving video footage take longer because staff must review and redact protected content. Complex requests involving multiple incidents need more time. The department will contact you if they need additional information to locate your records.

Peoria Police Records Fees

Fees for Peoria police records are charged according to Arizona statute. Contact the department for specific fee information when you submit your request. The GovQA system will provide cost estimates before you finalize your request. Most standard incident reports have a base fee plus per-page charges for longer documents.

Video recordings are charged at up to $46 per hour reviewed under ARS 39-129. This state law caps what agencies can charge for reviewing and redacting video recordings. The fee covers actual staff time to watch footage and blur or mute protected content. Body camera footage, interview recordings, and surveillance video fall under this cap.

Crime victims receive free copies under ARS 39-127. This covers police reports, audio recordings, and video from their case. Identify yourself as a victim when you submit your request. Staff will verify your status and waive fees. This benefit applies to Part I crimes, domestic violence, and sexual offenses.

Payment methods accepted include credit cards, debit cards, and checks. The GovQA portal processes electronic payments securely. If you visit in person, ask about accepted payment methods at the records window. Some agencies have restrictions on personal checks or cash for certain amounts.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 requires public records be available during office hours. Peoria police records fall under this law. You do not need to state a reason for your request. Anyone can request records regardless of their purpose or where they live.

Some records have restrictions under state and federal law. Active investigations may delay release until the case is closed. Records involving juveniles have names and identifying information removed before release. Victim information is protected in many situations. Medical records, social security numbers, and other sensitive data are blacked out. Staff apply these redactions before providing copies to the public.

If your request is denied, you have the right to appeal. ARS 39-121.02 allows you to file a special action in superior court. The court can order release of wrongly withheld records and may award attorney fees if you prevail. Most routine requests are approved without issue.

Peoria Police Contact Information

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

Records Office:

• Address: 8351 W. Cinnabar Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
• Phone: (623) 773-7098
• Email: records@peoriaaz.gov
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-6pm (Closed Friday)

Peoria and Maricopa County

Peoria sits in Maricopa County. For incidents outside city limits, contact the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff handles unincorporated desert areas and communities without their own police force. MCSO has a separate records request process through their Phoenix headquarters.

Peoria stretches from the urban northwest valley into the desert foothills. The city covers a large geographic area with both dense residential neighborhoods and open desert. The police department serves the incorporated city limits. Arizona Department of Public Safety handles incidents on state highways through the area. If you are unsure which agency responded to an incident, check the case number prefix or call dispatch.

Nearby Arizona Cities

These cities border Peoria and have their own police departments.