Gilbert Warrant Records

Gilbert warrant records can be accessed through the town's court system and Maricopa County. This fast-growing East Valley community has over 288,000 residents. The Gilbert Municipal Court handles city-level cases. Their website explains how warrants, bonds, and jail work in Gilbert. This guide covers what you need to know about warrant records in Gilbert.

Gilbert Warrants and Bonds

The Gilbert Municipal Court explains how warrants and bonds work on their website. This info helps you understand what happens if you get a warrant in Gilbert.

A warrant is an order for the defendant's arrest so they can be brought before the court. This is what the court says. If you miss your court date or fail to pay what you owe, a warrant can be issued. Police can then arrest you on that warrant.

If you cannot post the bond amount, you will be taken to a courtroom to appear before a judge. The Town of Gilbert houses its prisoners in the Gilbert Chandler Unified Holding Facility for up to 24 hours. After that, inmates go to the Maricopa County jail.

Gilbert Police Department: 480-503-6500. Address: 75 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296. Contact them for questions about arrests and custody.

Types of Warrants in Gilbert

Gilbert courts issue different types of warrants. Knowing your warrant type helps you plan what to do.

Bench warrants come from missed court dates. When you fail to appear, the judge issues one. To clear it, you post bond or see a judge. These are the most common type.

Traffic warrants happen when you miss traffic court or do not pay a citation. The MVD may suspend your license if you have one. Check with the court to see what you owe.

Arrest warrants are more serious. These come from criminal charges. If you have an arrest warrant, you should talk to a lawyer before going to court.

Clearing a Warrant in Gilbert

If you have a warrant from Gilbert, contact the Municipal Court to resolve it. Acting quickly keeps you out of jail.

Call the court to find out the bond amount. If you can pay, that clears the warrant and sets a new hearing date. If you cannot pay, you may need to appear before a judge. The court can explain your options based on your specific case. Payment plans may be available.

You can also file a motion to quash the warrant. Ask the court how to do this. Explain why you missed your original date. Include any proof you have. The judge decides whether to cancel the warrant.

Use the statewide Arizona Courts system at apps.azcourts.gov to search for your case online. The Arizona DPS warrant search at azdps.gov/warrant-search shows warrants in the state database.

Note: Gilbert uses a unified holding facility with Chandler for short-term custody up to 24 hours.

Legal Resources in Gilbert

Legal help is available for Gilbert residents dealing with warrant cases.

The Arizona State Bar operates a lawyer referral service. They connect you with attorneys who handle warrant cases in the East Valley. Community Legal Services offers free legal assistance to those who qualify based on income.

For criminal charges, the court can appoint a public defender if you cannot afford an attorney. Having legal representation often improves outcomes in court.

Gilbert Warrant Contacts

Here are the key contacts for warrant matters in Gilbert.

Gilbert Police Department: 75 E. Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296. Phone: 480-503-6500. The Municipal Court handles warrant and bond questions. Contact them during business hours.

Maricopa County Resources

Gilbert is in Maricopa County.

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