Tucson Police Records Search

Tucson police records are maintained by the Tucson Police Department, the second largest municipal police force in Arizona. The department serves over 540,000 residents in southern Arizona. You can request incident reports, collision reports, body camera footage, and other records by email, mail, or in person. Tucson PD also uses CrashDocs for online access to traffic collision reports, making accident records available faster.

How to Request Tucson Police Records

Visit the Tucson Police public records page for request forms and instructions. You can submit requests by email to tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov or by mail to 270 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701-1917. In-person requests are also accepted at this location during business hours.

The Tucson PD records page screenshot shows the department contact information and request instructions.

Call (520) 791-4462 for records questions. The non-emergency line is (520) 791-4444. Include as much detail as possible in your request. Dates, names, case numbers, and the type of record you need help staff locate your Tucson police records faster. Vague requests take longer to process.

Processing times vary based on the type of request. Simple incident reports are often ready within a few weeks. Requests involving video footage take longer because staff must review and redact protected content. Complex requests involving multiple incidents or large document sets need more time. The department will contact you if they need additional information.

Tucson Police Records Fees

Paper copies of Tucson police records cost $5.00 per report plus $0.25 per page after 15 pages. Email copies have a flat $5.00 fee regardless of length. This makes email delivery a good option for longer reports since you avoid the per-page charges.

Complete fee schedule:

• Paper copies: $5.00 per report + $0.25/page after 15 pages
• Email copies: $5.00 flat fee
• Digital copies (911 calls, radio traffic, photos): $25.00 for CD/DVD
• Video copies: $44.00 per video hour reviewed

Crime victims can get 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 in the case file and waive fees for one copy. This benefit applies to Part I crimes, domestic violence, and sexual offenses.

Tucson Collision Reports Online

For traffic accident reports, use the CrashDocs portal. You can search by date, location, or name to find collision reports. Reports are typically available 5 to 14 days after the crash. The online system is faster than requesting by mail or email.

CrashDocs charges a small service fee on top of the base report cost. This covers the convenience of 24/7 access and instant delivery. Involved parties in the accident may have reduced fees for their own Tucson police records. Check the site for current pricing and availability.

If you cannot find your collision report on CrashDocs, it may not have been uploaded yet. Wait a few more days and check again. Reports involving fatalities or complex investigations may take longer to become available. You can also contact the records office directly if your report does not appear after two weeks.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 gives the public access to police records during office hours. Tucson 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 access restrictions under state and federal law. Active investigations may delay release until the case is closed. Information about minors is redacted before release. Victim details are protected in many situations. Personal details like home addresses are often removed. The department follows state law when deciding what to withhold or redact.

Video fees are below the state maximum. Tucson charges $44 per video hour reviewed, which is less than the $46 cap under ARS 39-129. Video requests take longer due to the review and redaction process required before release.

Tucson Police Contact Information

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

Records Office:

• Address: 270 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701-1917
• Phone: (520) 791-4462
• Non-Emergency: (520) 791-4444
• Email: tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov

Collision Reports: crashdocs.org

Tucson and Pima County

Tucson sits in Pima County, the second most populous county in Arizona. For incidents outside Tucson city limits, contact the Pima County Sheriff's Department. The sheriff handles unincorporated areas surrounding the city. Pima County Sheriff has their own records request process at their Tucson headquarters.

Tucson police handle incidents within city limits. If you are not sure which agency responded, check any paperwork you have or call Tucson PD. They can confirm whether they have records for your case. The case number prefix often indicates which agency handled the incident.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Marana borders Tucson and has its own police department. For incidents in that area, contact Marana PD directly.