Search Mohave County Recent Arrests

Mohave County recent arrests are processed through the Mohave County Sheriff's Office detention facility. The county sits in northwestern Arizona along the Colorado River. Kingman serves as the county seat. Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City are the other major population centers. The sheriff turned off their online inmate search tool in 2024. This change came after a federal court ruling about posting arrest information online. Now the sheriff posts inmate lists through press releases instead. You can still find out who is in jail, but the process changed. This page shows you how to check Mohave County arrests and where to get copies of booking records.

Mohave County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Mohave County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement across this large western Arizona county. Deputies patrol rural areas and unincorporated communities. The jail in Kingman holds inmates from across the county. All bookings go through this central facility.

The Mohave County Inmate Search page explains the current situation. The search tool has been turned off to ensure compliance with newly established legal requirements and recent court rulings. This change happened because of the Houston v. Maricopa County decision in the Ninth Circuit.

Instead of an online database, the sheriff now posts inmate lists through press releases. You can find the current list as a PDF document. This approach meets legal requirements while still making information available. The list gets updated regularly with current inmates.

Why the Search Tool Changed

The Houston v. Maricopa County ruling changed how many Arizona counties handle arrest records online. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found that posting mugshots and personal information could violate due process rights. People who were arrested but not convicted had their information spread across the internet.

Mohave County decided to turn off their interactive search tool. Several other Arizona counties made the same choice. This does not mean records are secret. Arizona public records law still applies. You can still get arrest information. The method just changed from an online database to PDF lists and formal requests.

The Mohave County Inmate List PDF shows current inmates. This document updates regularly. Check back for the latest version if you are tracking someone's custody status.

Note: The online inmate search was disabled due to the Houston v. Maricopa County court ruling affecting multiple Arizona counties.

Request Mohave County Arrest Records

Arizona's public records law gives you the right to access arrest records. Under A.R.S. § 39-121, public records must be open for inspection during office hours. This includes booking records, arrest reports, and related documents from the Mohave County Sheriff.

To request copies, contact the sheriff's office in Kingman. The address is 600 W. Beale St., Kingman, Arizona 86402. You can submit a written request for specific records. Include as much detail as possible about what you need. Names, dates, and case numbers help staff find the right documents.

The Arizona DPS portal can help with statewide criminal history searches when you need records beyond a single county.

The state system tracks criminal records from all Arizona counties including Mohave.

Some information gets removed from public copies. Under A.R.S. § 41-4172, certain personal details are redacted. Dates of birth, social security numbers, and home addresses often get blacked out. You will still see the arrest charges and basic facts about the case.

Contact Mohave County Jail

The jail phone number is 928-753-0759. Call this number for questions about current inmates. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody and provide basic booking information. This is now the main way to check on someone since the online search is gone.

The main sheriff's office is at 600 W. Beale St. in Kingman. For general questions, that is the place to start. Jail staff handle inmate questions. The records division handles requests for copies of reports and documents.

Office hours follow regular business schedules. The jail operates 24 hours a day for booking and release. But administrative functions like records requests only happen during regular hours. Plan your calls and visits accordingly.

Arizona State Arrest Records

The Arizona Department of Public Safety runs the Central State Repository under A.R.S. § 41-1750. All Arizona law enforcement agencies report arrests to this database. It is the most complete source for criminal history information in the state.

You can review your own record through the DPS Criminal History Records program. The Record Review process is free for your own record. You submit fingerprints and a request form. DPS sends back any criminal history they have on file for you.

For state prisoners, use the Arizona inmate data search portal. This covers people in state prison, not county jail. If someone was convicted and sentenced to more than one year, they go to state prison. The Mohave County Jail only holds people for shorter terms.

The VINELink system at vinelink.com lets you track offender status. Register for free alerts when someone gets released or transferred. This works for Mohave County Jail and state prisons across Arizona.

Mohave County Arrest Record Sealing

Arizona allows sealing of some arrest records under A.R.S. § 13-911. This law lets people seal convictions, dismissed charges, or arrests that never led to prosecution. The rules depend on the offense type and how much time has passed.

Waiting periods vary by offense. Class 2 and 3 felonies require 10 years. Class 4 through 6 felonies need 5 years. Class 1 misdemeanors take 3 years. Class 2 and 3 misdemeanors only need 2 years. The wait starts after completing your full sentence including any probation.

Once sealed, the arrest does not show on most background checks. You can deny it happened on job applications and housing forms. The Mohave County Superior Court handles sealing petitions. Contact the clerk of court in Kingman for forms and instructions on how to file.

Mohave County Jail Services

The jail uses NCIC Correctional for phone and tablet services for inmates. This lets people in jail communicate with family and friends. The costs vary based on the service used. Contact the jail for current rates and how to set up an account.

TouchPay handles inmate funds for Mohave County. You can add money to an inmate's account through this system. This money pays for phone calls, commissary items, and other jail services. Go to the TouchPay website or visit the jail lobby to make a deposit.

Video visitation may be available for some inmates. Check with jail staff about options. Rules for visits can change, so call ahead before making plans. The jail phone number is 928-753-0759 for all questions about visiting or services.

Cities in Mohave County

Lake Havasu City is the largest city in Mohave County. It sits along the Colorado River and has its own police department. For arrests within Lake Havasu City limits, contact their police for reports. The Lake Havasu City Police Records page has information on requesting reports.

Bullhead City is another major community in the county. It also has its own police department. Kingman, the county seat, is smaller but serves as the government center. Each city police department handles its own arrest reports. But all inmates end up at the Mohave County Jail for booking.

If you need the actual arrest report, contact whichever agency made the arrest. The sheriff has booking records for everyone who comes through the jail. The incident report might be with a city police department. Check with both to get the full picture.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Mohave County borders several other counties in Arizona and Nevada. If you need arrest records from outside Mohave, here are links to neighboring Arizona counties:

• Coconino County - east of Mohave County
• Yavapai County - southeast of Mohave County
• La Paz County - south of Mohave County

Each county has different systems for arrest records. Some have online search while others rely on phone calls or PDF lists. Records do not transfer between counties automatically. You need to contact each one for their arrest information.