Apache County Police Records

Apache County police records are maintained by the Apache County Sheriff's Office in northeastern Arizona. Sheriff Joseph Dedman, Jr. leads the department that serves this rural county bordering New Mexico. The office is located in St. Johns. You can request incident reports and other law enforcement documents by mail or in person. Much of Apache County includes Navajo Nation land, so some incidents fall under tribal jurisdiction.

How to Request Apache County Police Records

Send a written request to the Apache County Sheriff's Office to obtain police records. The mailing address is PO Box 518, St. Johns, AZ 85936. You can also visit the office in person at 370 South Washington, St. Johns, AZ 85936.

Call (928) 337-4321 with questions about your request. A toll-free number is available at 1-800-352-1850. Fax requests to (928) 337-2709. You can also email lchavez@apachecounty.net for information about Apache County police records.

Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm. Note the four-day work week and adjusted hours. Plan your visit or call accordingly.

Apache County Sheriff Records Fees

Fees for Apache County police records are charged per Arizona statute. The specific amount depends on the type of record and number of pages. Contact the office for current fee information before submitting your request.

Crime victims receive their first copy free 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 before waiving fees.

Note: Include payment with your written request to avoid delays in processing.

Tribal Land and Jurisdiction

Much of Apache County falls within the Navajo Nation. For incidents on tribal land, you may need to contact Navajo Nation Police instead of the Apache County Sheriff. The two agencies have different jurisdictions based on where the incident occurred.

If you are unsure which agency handled your incident, call the sheriff's office. They can tell you whether they have records for your case or direct you to the appropriate tribal agency. This is a common question given the overlapping territories in Apache County.

Arizona Public Records Access

ARS 39-121 requires public records be open for inspection during office hours. Apache County police records fall under this law. You do not need to state a reason for your request.

Some records have access restrictions. Active investigations may delay release. Records involving minors have names redacted. Personal information is often removed before release. The sheriff follows state law when deciding what to withhold or redact.

Apache County Sheriff Contact Information

Contact the sheriff's office for questions about Apache County police records.

Main Office:

• Physical Address: 370 South Washington, St. Johns, AZ 85936
• Mailing Address: PO Box 518, St. Johns, AZ 85936
• Phone: (928) 337-4321
• Toll-free: 1-800-352-1850
• Fax: (928) 337-2709
• Email: lchavez@apachecounty.net
• Hours: Monday-Thursday, 6:30am - 5:30pm
• Sheriff: Joseph Dedman, Jr.

Cities in Apache County

Apache County does not have any cities that meet the 50,000 population threshold for dedicated pages. St. Johns, Springerville, and other communities are smaller. The Apache County Sheriff handles law enforcement for non-tribal areas of the county.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Apache County sits in northeastern Arizona along the New Mexico border. These Arizona counties are nearby.