Access Scottsdale Police Records

Scottsdale police records are maintained by the Scottsdale Police Department in the eastern Phoenix metro area. The department serves approximately 246,000 residents. You can request incident reports, accident reports, and other documents through their eServices portal. Processing times are longer than many agencies due to high demand, so plan ahead if you need Scottsdale police records for legal matters or insurance claims.

Scottsdale Police Records eServices Portal

Submit requests through the Scottsdale eServices portal. The system lets you create an account, submit requests, and track progress online. You can pay fees and receive some records electronically. The portal sends notifications when your records are ready for pickup or download.

The Scottsdale PD records page screenshot shows the department online request system.

For collision reports, use CrashDocs. This separate system handles traffic accident reports specifically. Reports are available 5 to 14 days after the crash and cost $5 plus a service fee. CrashDocs is much faster than the general records process.

The Scottsdale eServices portal screenshot shows the online interface for submitting and tracking requests.

Call (480) 312-1999 for questions about Scottsdale police records. Phone hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. In-person visits are accepted Monday through Thursday from 8am to 4pm at 8401 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Staff can help you determine what records exist and explain the request process.

Scottsdale Police Records Processing Times

Scottsdale PD has significant backlogs for records requests. General documents take 8 to 10 months to process. Body camera footage takes even longer at 12 to 14 months. These delays reflect high demand and the time needed to review and redact content before release.

Plan ahead if you need Scottsdale police records for legal matters, insurance claims, or other deadlines. Submit requests as early as possible. The department processes requests in the order received. There is no expedited service for most request types. If you have a court deadline, explain this in your request but understand it may not speed things up significantly.

Collision reports through CrashDocs are available much faster than general records requests. Traffic accident reports are typically ready within two weeks of the crash. If you were involved in a traffic accident in Scottsdale, use CrashDocs rather than the general records system.

Scottsdale Police Records Fees

Scottsdale offers free copies for requests under 25 pages. This makes short reports very affordable. Longer documents cost $0.20 per page after the first 25 pages. Most incident reports fall under 25 pages, so many basic requests have no document charge.

Fee schedule:

• Copies under 25 pages: Free
• Copies over 25 pages: $0.20 per page
• Accident Report: $5.00
• Record of Search: $10.00 per search/person
• CD/DVD: $5.00

Crime victims receive free copies under ARS 39-127. This covers police reports, audio recordings, and video from their case. Identify yourself as the 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.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 gives the public access to police records during office hours. Scottsdale police records fall under this law. You do not need to explain why you want the records. Anyone can request access regardless of their reason or where they live.

Some records have access 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. Victim details are protected in many situations. Medical records, social security numbers, and other sensitive data are blacked out before release.

Video fees are capped at $46 per hour under ARS 39-129. This limit applies to body camera footage and other recordings. Crime victims are exempt from video fees for recordings related to their own case.

Scottsdale Police Contact Information

Contact the records section for questions about Scottsdale police records. Staff can answer questions about fees, processing times, and what records are available.

Records Office:

• Address: 8401 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
• Phone: (480) 312-1999
• Phone Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
• In-Person Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm

Online Resources:

• Records Portal: eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov
• Collision Reports: crashdocs.org

Scottsdale and Maricopa County

Scottsdale sits in Maricopa County. For incidents outside city limits, contact the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff handles unincorporated desert areas north and east of the city. MCSO has a separate records request process through their Phoenix headquarters.

Nearby Arizona Cities

These cities border Scottsdale and have their own police departments.