Maricopa County Warrant Records

Maricopa County warrant records are handled by the Sheriff's Office and the Superior Court system. This is Arizona's largest county by far, with over 4 million residents. The county processes thousands of warrants each year through its courts in Phoenix and surrounding areas. You can search for active warrants using online tools or contact the MCSO Warrant Division directly. This guide covers all the ways to find and resolve warrant records in Maricopa County.

Maricopa County Warrant Information

The Maricopa County Superior Court provides detailed info about warrants on its website. There are two main types of warrants you will encounter in this county. Bench warrants get issued when someone misses a court date. Arrest warrants come from criminal charges where a judge finds probable cause.

According to the Maricopa County Superior Court warrant page, a bench warrant stays active until the person is arrested. The warrant cannot be quashed or cancelled except by the court that issued it. If you have a warrant from a Maricopa County probation violation, you need to call the Probation Violation court at 602-372-0427. The Criminal Department Information Desk can be reached at 602-506-8575 for general questions about your case status.

The court FAQ explains what to do if you miss a hearing. You should contact your attorney right away. If you do not have a lawyer, use the Criminal Court Case Information search tool to look up your case. The court can tell you what bond amount you need to pay to clear the warrant.

MCSO Warrant Division

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office runs a Warrant Division that handles all warrants in the county. You can reach them at (602) 876-1011. The main MCSO number is (602) 876-1000.

MCSO processes warrants from all courts in Maricopa County. This includes Superior Court, Justice Courts, and Municipal Courts across Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, and other cities. When a judge issues a warrant, it goes into the MCSO system. Deputies can then arrest the person named on the warrant during any contact, such as a traffic stop or call for service. Warrants do not expire in Arizona. One from years ago is still valid today.

Note: The MCSO offers 24-hour warrant payment at 201 S. 4th Ave in Phoenix.

Maricopa County Case Search

You can look up court cases online through the Maricopa County Superior Court docket search. This tool shows case details that may include warrant information.

Visit the Maricopa County docket search to search by name or case number. The system will show you filings, hearing dates, and court actions. If a warrant was issued in a case, it often appears in the docket history. This is a free tool that anyone can use. You do not need to create an account. The search covers Superior Court cases but not Justice Court or Municipal Court cases. For those, you need to check the specific court's website.

The statewide Arizona Courts Public Access system at apps.azcourts.gov also covers Maricopa County courts. You can try both systems if one does not show what you need. Some older cases may only appear in one system or the other.

MCSO Inmate Search

If someone was arrested on a warrant in Maricopa County, you can look them up in the jail system. The MCSO runs an inmate search tool online.

Go to the MCSO Inmate Information page to search by name. The system shows who is in custody, their charges, and their bond amount. This helps you find out if a warrant has already led to an arrest. If the person is in jail, you can see what it takes to bail them out. Bond amounts vary by charge. The inmate search updates regularly but may lag by a few hours after booking.

The Maricopa County jail system is one of the largest in the country. It holds thousands of inmates at any time. Many are there on warrants while they wait for their court dates.

Maricopa County Records Request

You can request copies of warrant records and other court documents from the Clerk of the Superior Court. The office handles all record requests for Superior Court cases in Maricopa County.

The Clerk's office is at 620 West Jackson Street in Phoenix. Phone: (602) 372-5375. Hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Copy fees run $0.50 per page. If you need a certified copy, add $35 per document. You can make requests in person or by mail. The Maricopa County Clerk records page has forms and instructions for mail requests.

For police records or arrest reports, contact the agency that made the arrest. Phoenix Police has its own records unit. So do Mesa, Scottsdale, and other city police departments in the county. MCSO handles records for unincorporated areas and county cases.

Note: Certified copies cost more but are needed for legal proceedings.

Resolving a Warrant in Maricopa County

If you have a warrant in Maricopa County, there are several ways to handle it. Acting before you get arrested gives you more control over the process.

For bench warrants, you can often pay the bond amount to clear the warrant. This does not end your case. It just cancels the warrant and sets a new court date. You can pay online through the court, by mail, by phone, or in person. The MCSO accepts warrant payments 24 hours a day at 201 S. 4th Ave in Phoenix. This is useful if you need to clear a warrant outside of court hours. After you pay, the warrant is removed from the system and you get a new hearing date.

You can also file a motion to quash. This asks the judge to cancel the warrant. You need to explain why you missed court and ask for a new hearing. Some courts accept these motions by email. The Phoenix Municipal Court takes them at court@phoenix.gov. For Superior Court cases, check with the Clerk's office about how to file.

If you have an arrest warrant tied to criminal charges, talk to a lawyer first. These are more serious than bench warrants. Turning yourself in without legal help can make things worse. A lawyer can negotiate with the prosecutor and help you surrender safely.

Maricopa County Warrant Contacts

Here are the main contacts for warrant matters in Maricopa County. Keep these numbers handy if you need to check on a case or clear a warrant.

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Warrant Division is at (602) 876-1011. The main MCSO line is (602) 876-1000. For Superior Court criminal cases, call the Criminal Department Information Desk at 602-506-8575. The Information Center can be reached at 602-506-3204. For probation violation warrants, the number is 602-372-0427. The Clerk of the Superior Court is at (602) 372-5375.

The Superior Court is at 201 W. Jefferson Street in Phoenix. The Clerk's office is at 620 W. Jackson Street. Court hours are 8 AM to 5 PM on weekdays. The MCSO main office is at 550 W. Jackson Street.

Cities in Maricopa County

Maricopa County includes Phoenix and many surrounding cities. Each city has its own municipal court that handles local warrants. For county-level warrants, use the resources above.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Maricopa County. If your warrant was issued elsewhere, check the appropriate county.