Find Glendale Warrant Records

Glendale warrant records can be searched through the city court and Maricopa County systems. This West Valley city has over 258,000 residents. The Municipal Court handles misdemeanors and city violations. Glendale Police has a records unit for police reports and clearance letters. This guide covers how to find warrant records in Glendale.

Glendale Police Records

The Glendale Police Department handles requests for police records. You can request reports by mail or in person.

According to the Glendale Police records page, you can mail requests to: Glendale Police Department, Attn: Records, 6835 N. 57th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301. A Letter of Clearance costs $5.

Phone: (623) 930-3000 for non-emergencies. Records Status: (623) 930-3100. Email: Records@glendaleaz.com. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.

Glendale Municipal Court

The Glendale Municipal Court handles city-level cases and issues warrants for missed court dates.

Contact the court to find out if you have a warrant and what the bond amount is. You can use the statewide Arizona Courts system at apps.azcourts.gov to search for cases by name. If a warrant exists, it may show in the case details.

The court can explain your options for paying or appearing before a judge to resolve a warrant.

Types of Warrants in Glendale

Glendale courts issue several types of warrants. Each type has different resolution steps.

Bench warrants are the most common. These come from missed court dates or unpaid fines. To clear one, you pay the bond amount and get a new date. The court can tell you what you owe.

Traffic warrants happen when you miss traffic court or do not pay a citation. Glendale has major roads running through it, so traffic cases are common. Your license may get flagged with the MVD.

Arrest warrants are more serious. These come from criminal charges. If you have an arrest warrant, you should get legal help before dealing with the court.

Clearing a Warrant in Glendale

If you have a warrant from Glendale, contact the Municipal Court to resolve it. Acting fast prevents more trouble.

Find out the bond amount. If you can pay, that clears the warrant and sets a new court date. Payment options vary. Ask the court what they accept. Some cities take credit cards. Others need cash or money order. Some people can set up payment plans.

You can also ask to appear before a judge. Go to the court during business hours and ask to be scheduled. Explain why you missed your original date. Bring any documents that support your reason. The judge decides whether to quash the warrant.

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

For felony warrants, those go through Maricopa County Superior Court. See our Maricopa County page for those resources.

Note: Glendale Police clearance letters cost $5.

Legal Help in Glendale

Legal resources serve Glendale residents who need help with warrant matters.

The Arizona State Bar runs a lawyer referral service. They connect you with attorneys who handle warrant cases in the West Valley. Community Legal Services provides free assistance to those who qualify based on income. They serve the Phoenix metro area including Glendale.

For criminal charges, the court can appoint a public defender if you qualify financially. Having a lawyer often improves your outcome in court.

Glendale Warrant Contacts

Here are the key contacts for warrant matters in Glendale.

Glendale Police: 6835 N. 57th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301. Non-Emergency: (623) 930-3000. Records Status: (623) 930-3100. Email: Records@glendaleaz.com. Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM weekdays.

Maricopa County Resources

Glendale is in Maricopa County.

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