Queen Creek Police Records

Queen Creek police records are maintained by the Queen Creek Police Department, one of Arizona's newest police departments. The department launched on January 11, 2022 and serves approximately 84,000 residents. You can request incident reports and other documents through their GovQA portal. Prior to 2022, law enforcement was provided by Maricopa County Sheriff, so older records may require a request to MCSO.

How to Request Queen Creek Police Records

Submit requests through the GovQA portal. Queen Creek Police moved to this platform from NextRequest. Create an account to submit requests, track progress, and pay fees online. The portal keeps a history of all your submissions so you can check status anytime. You receive email notifications when records are ready.

Call (480) 358-3535 option 2 for records questions. The non-emergency line is (480) 358-3500. Email QCPDconnect@queencreekaz.gov with inquiries. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7am to 6pm. Queen Creek uses a four-day work week, so the office is closed Fridays. Plan visits around this schedule.

For traffic accident reports, use BuyCrash. This online portal handles collision reports for Queen Creek PD. Reports are available within two weeks of the crash. You can search by date, location, or party name. BuyCrash adds a service fee to the base report cost but provides convenient access any time of day.

Video requests may require cost estimates from Records staff due to processing costs. Body camera footage and dash cam video takes time to review and redact. Staff must black out faces of minors, victim information, and other protected content. The department will provide estimates before proceeding with complex Queen Creek police records requests.

Important historical note: For incidents before January 11, 2022, contact Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. MCSO provided law enforcement services to Queen Creek before the police department launched. All records from before that date are with the sheriff, not Queen Creek PD. This includes incident reports, collision records, and any investigations from those years.

Queen Creek Police Records Fees

Fees for Queen Creek police records follow Arizona statutory guidelines. The GovQA system provides cost information when you submit your request. Paper copies are charged by the page. Digital files have separate fees based on format and size. Video file requests may require separate estimates due to processing complexity.

Video recordings cost up to $46 per hour of footage reviewed under ARS 39-129. This state cap applies to body camera footage, dash cam video, and other recordings. The fee covers staff time to watch footage and redact protected content. Long videos or requests covering multiple incidents can get expensive. Consider narrowing your request to specific time frames if cost is a concern.

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 in the case file and waive all fees. This applies to victims of Part I crimes, domestic violence, and sexual offenses.

Traffic collision reports through BuyCrash have separate fees. The base report cost varies, and LexisNexis adds a convenience fee for online access. Check the BuyCrash website for current pricing. Involved parties in an accident may have reduced fees for their own collision reports.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 gives the public access to police records during office hours. Queen Creek 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. Arizona residency is not required.

Some records have restrictions under state and federal law. Active investigations may delay release until the case closes. Records involving juveniles have names and identifying details removed before release. Victim information is protected in sensitive cases. Medical records, social security numbers, and home addresses are typically redacted.

The department must respond within a reasonable time. Arizona does not set a specific deadline, but agencies cannot ignore requests indefinitely. If your request is denied, you should receive a written explanation. You can appeal denials or seek legal advice about your options. Most routine requests for incident reports are approved without issue.

Because Queen Creek PD is a newer department, their records only go back to January 2022. For older records, you will need to contact Maricopa County Sheriff. This split in records history is unusual but reflects when the town transitioned from county to municipal law enforcement.

Queen Creek Police Contact Information

Contact the department for Queen Creek police records requests.

Police Department:

• Phone: (480) 358-3535 option 2
• Non-Emergency: (480) 358-3500
• Email: QCPDconnect@queencreekaz.gov
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-6pm

Online Portal: queencreekazpd.govqa.us

Queen Creek and Maricopa County

Queen Creek sits primarily in Maricopa County with portions in Pinal County. The town straddles the county line. For incidents outside city limits, contact the appropriate county sheriff based on location. Maricopa County Sheriff handles unincorporated areas in Maricopa County. Pinal County Sheriff handles unincorporated areas in Pinal County.

Queen Creek is one of the fastest growing towns in Arizona. The population has more than doubled over the past decade. The town decided to form its own police department in 2022 rather than continue contracting with MCSO. This means records are split between agencies depending on when an incident occurred.

Arizona Department of Public Safety handles incidents on state highways. If your incident happened on a state route through Queen Creek, DPS may have the records. Check your paperwork for the responding agency. The case number prefix indicates which department handled your call. When in doubt, call Queen Creek PD at (480) 358-3535 and staff can help direct you to the right agency.

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