Search Tucson Recent Arrests

Tucson recent arrest records come from the Tucson Police Department and the Pima County Sheriff's Office. The city is the second largest in Arizona and handles a high volume of arrests. TPD maintains records of all arrests made by city officers. When someone gets booked into jail, those records go to Pima County. You can search for current inmates through the county system. For police reports and arrest documents, you need to contact Tucson Police directly. This guide walks you through the process of finding Tucson arrest information.

Tucson Police Department Records

The Tucson Police Department serves the city of Tucson and makes thousands of arrests each year. TPD keeps records of all incidents and arrests within city limits. The department has a public records unit that handles requests from the public.

You can reach the records unit at 270 S Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701. Call (520) 791-4462 for questions about police records. The non-emergency police line is (520) 791-4444. You can also email requests to tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov. Staff respond to emails during business hours.

Tucson Police processes many records requests each week. Response times vary based on what you need. Simple incident reports come faster than complex requests with video footage. Be specific in your request to help staff find what you need quickly.

Request Tucson Arrest Records

Getting arrest records from Tucson Police requires a formal request. You can ask in person, by mail, or by email. Each method has pros and cons.

For in-person requests, go to the police station at 270 S Stone Ave. Bring ID if you want your own record. Tell the clerk what you need. Give as much detail as you can about the arrest or incident. Include dates, names, and case numbers if you have them. Pay the fee and wait for your documents.

Email requests go to tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov. Write a clear description of what records you want. Include the date of the incident, location, and names of people involved. The department will contact you about fees and delivery. This method works well if you cannot visit in person.

Mail requests take the longest. Write a letter with your request details. Include payment by check or money order. Send it to the police station address. Allow extra time for mail delivery both ways. This method still works for those who prefer paper correspondence.

Note: Tucson Police handles city arrests only. If the arrest was made by Pima County Sheriff, contact their office instead.

Tucson Police Records Fees

Tucson Police charges fees for copies of arrest records. The fee schedule follows state guidelines and department policy.

Paper copies of police reports cost $5.00 each. This covers the first 15 pages. Each page after that adds $0.25. Most incident reports fit within the base fee. Longer reports with multiple supplements will cost more. The clerk can tell you the total before you pay.

Video copies have a different rate. Body camera footage and other video costs $44.00 per video hour reviewed. This covers staff time to find and prepare the footage. Videos must be reviewed for redactions before release. The high fee reflects this labor-intensive process.

Under A.R.S. § 39-127, crime victims get special treatment. If you are the victim of a Part I Crime, you can get one free copy of your case report. Part I Crimes include murder, rape, robbery, assault, burglary, theft, and arson. You must show you are the victim to qualify.

Tucson Arrest Records Online

Tucson Police offers some online tools for records access. These save you a trip to the station for certain requests.

Collision reports are available through CrashDocs. This third-party service hosts traffic accident reports from Tucson Police. You can search by date, location, or name. Reports are available for a fee. This site does not have arrest records, just traffic crashes.

CrashDocs lets you find and purchase Tucson traffic collision reports online without visiting the police station.

For general police records, email is the main online option. Send your request to the records email address. Staff will process it and get back to you with costs and delivery options. Not all records can be delivered electronically. Some must be picked up or mailed.

Current inmate information requires a different search. Tucson Police do not keep people in custody long term. Arrestees go to Pima County Jail. Use the county inmate search to find someone currently in jail after a Tucson arrest.

Pima County Jail for Tucson Arrests

Tucson is in Pima County. All Tucson arrests that result in jail time go to Pima County facilities. The Tucson Police make the arrest, but the Pima County Sheriff handles detention.

The main Pima County Jail sits at 1750 E. Benson Highway, Tucson, AZ 85714. This is where most Tucson arrestees get booked. Staff take fingerprints, photos, and personal information. The booking data goes into the county system. The jail phone is (520) 351-8111.

You can search for current inmates through the Pima County Inmate Lookup. Enter a name to see if someone is in custody. Results show booking information and charges. Once someone is released, they drop from the search. For historical records, contact the sheriff's office.

The Pima County Sheriff main number is (520) 351-4600. Call this for general questions about jail operations or records. Visitors must schedule visits at least one day in advance. Check the sheriff website for current visitation rules.

Tucson Arrest Records Legal Framework

Arizona public records law applies to Tucson Police records. Under A.R.S. § 39-121, government records must be open to the public during office hours. This includes arrest records and incident reports. You do not need to give a reason when asking for records.

Some information gets removed before release. Under A.R.S. § 41-4172, certain personal details must be redacted. Dates of birth, social security numbers, and home addresses come out. The basic arrest information stays in. You get the facts of the case without the most sensitive personal data.

Records can be sealed over time. Under A.R.S. § 13-911, people can seal certain arrests and convictions after waiting periods pass. Sealed records do not show up in most searches. They still exist but are hidden from public view. The sealing process requires a court order.

Tucson Police cannot run background checks for employers. State law limits who can access the full criminal history database. You can get your own record. For background checks on others, use a licensed service or go through proper legal channels.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Tucson is in southern Arizona. It is not as close to other major cities as the Phoenix metro area. However, several other Arizona cities have populations over 50,000.

• Phoenix - state capital, about 110 miles north
• Mesa - Phoenix metro area
• Chandler - Phoenix metro area
• Scottsdale - Phoenix metro area
• Casa Grande - between Tucson and Phoenix

Pima County handles jail records for the Tucson area. If an arrest happened outside city limits but in Pima County, contact the sheriff's office.

Contact Tucson Police Records

Tucson Police Department
270 S Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

Records Phone: (520) 791-4462
Non-Emergency: (520) 791-4444
Email: tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov

Pima County Jail: (520) 351-8111
Pima County Sheriff: (520) 351-4600

The records unit operates during regular business hours. Email requests can be sent any time. Staff process them when the office is open.