Pinal County Recent Arrests

Pinal County recent arrests are processed through the Pinal County Sheriff's Office jail facility. The county sits between Phoenix and Tucson, making it one of the fastest growing areas in Arizona. As the population has grown, so have arrests and bookings at the county jail. The sheriff's office runs an online inmate search that updates every 60 minutes. This tool helps you find out if someone is currently in custody. You can search by name to see recent bookings and current charges. For older arrest records or copies of reports, the records unit handles those requests. This guide shows you all the ways to find Pinal County arrest information and what to expect when you search.

Pinal County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Pinal County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for unincorporated areas and runs the county jail. Deputies patrol vast stretches of desert and growing communities. Every arrest in the county ends up at the Pinal County Jail in Florence for booking. The sheriff keeps records of all bookings whether the arrest was made by a deputy or another local agency.

The Pinal County Inmate Search tool shows who is currently in custody. The search engine lists people incarcerated in the jail right now. Data updates every 60 minutes. This means you get fairly current information when you search. Enter a name and see if that person shows up in the system.

The inmate search page gives you access to current booking records for the Pinal County Jail.

Search results show the person's name, booking date, and charges. You can see if bail has been set and how much it is.

Recent Legal Changes in Pinal County

A major court ruling affected how Pinal County handles arrest records online. In Houston v. Maricopa County (No. 23-15542), the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on posting mugshots and personal information. The court found that posting this information without conviction could violate due process rights.

Pinal County took this ruling seriously. The sheriff's office reviewed what they post online. Some counties turned off inmate search entirely. Pinal County kept the search active but made changes to comply with the ruling. You can still look up current inmates, but mugshot access may be limited compared to before.

This ruling only affects what gets posted online without a request. Arizona public records law still applies. You can still get arrest records through the formal request process under A.R.S. § 39-121. The online tools just work differently now than they used to.

Pinal County Records Unit

The Pinal County Records Unit handles requests for copies of arrest reports and other documents. They process both in-person and mail requests. The unit sits at the main sheriff's office in Florence.

The records unit page has the forms and steps you need to request Pinal County arrest documentation.

Fill out the request form with details about what you need. Staff will process your request and let you know the cost.

You can call the records unit at 520-866-5193 for questions about requests. They can tell you what documents are available and how long it takes to get them. Most basic requests get done in a few days. More complex requests take longer.

Note: The Pinal County Records Unit phone number is 520-866-5193 for all records request questions.

Pinal County Records Fees

The sheriff charges fees for copies of arrest records. Current fees are set by the county. Here is what you can expect to pay:

• Reports up to 25 pages: $7.50
• Additional pages: $0.25 per page after the first 25
• CD with 911 audio, video, or other recordings: $15.00
• Fingerprints: $5.00

Payment must be made before you get your copies. Ask about accepted payment methods when you submit your request. Fees can change over time, so check current rates when you make your request.

Under Arizona law, victims of certain crimes can get one free copy. Part I crime victims qualify for this under A.R.S. § 39-127. Ask the records staff if this applies to you.

Contact Pinal County Sheriff

The main county phone number is 520-509-3555. This connects you to the general information line. For records questions specifically, call the records unit at 520-866-5193. They handle all requests for copies of arrest reports and booking documents.

The sheriff's office is in Florence, the county seat. Florence is a small town that serves as the government center for the whole county. Most people in Pinal County live closer to Phoenix or Tucson, but county services are based in Florence.

For jail information about a specific inmate, the online search is fastest. If you cannot find someone online, call and ask. They may have been released or transferred. Staff can check records that are not in the public search.

Arizona State Arrest Records

Some Pinal County arrests lead to state prison time. When that happens, records transfer to the Arizona Department of Corrections. You can search state inmates through the Arizona inmate data search portal. This covers state prisoners only, not county jail inmates.

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

For victim notification, Arizona uses the VINELink system. You can register at VINELink to get alerts when an offender's status changes. This works for Pinal County Jail and all Arizona jails. It is free and available 24 hours a day.

Pinal County Arrest Record Sealing

Arizona lets people seal some arrest records under certain conditions. The law at A.R.S. § 13-911 sets out who qualifies and how long they must wait. Not all records can be sealed, but many can after enough time passes.

Waiting periods depend on the offense. Serious felonies require a 10 year wait. Less serious felonies need 5 years. Misdemeanors range from 2 to 3 years. The wait starts when you finish your full sentence, including probation. You cannot seal a record while still under supervision.

Once sealed, the arrest does not show up in most background checks. You can deny it happened on job applications and housing forms. The Pinal County Superior Court handles sealing petitions. Contact the clerk of court for the forms and filing process.

Cities in Pinal County

Pinal County has several growing cities. Casa Grande is one of the larger ones. San Tan Valley is a fast growing community near the Maricopa County line. Apache Junction sits in the northeast part of the county. Each area has seen population growth in recent years.

Some cities have their own police departments. Casa Grande Police handles arrests within city limits there. Other areas rely on the Pinal County Sheriff for law enforcement. Either way, people arrested in the county usually go to the Pinal County Jail for booking.

If you need an arrest report from a city police department, you may need to contact them directly. The sheriff has booking records for everyone who comes through the jail. But the actual incident report might be held by whichever agency made the arrest. Check with both if you need the full picture.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Pinal County borders several other counties. If your search takes you outside Pinal, here are links to neighboring county arrest records:

• Maricopa County - west of Pinal County
• Pima County - south of Pinal County
• Gila County - northeast of Pinal County
• Graham County - east of Pinal County
• Cochise County - southeast of Pinal County

Each county has its own jail and records system. Records do not automatically share between counties. You need to contact each one for their arrest information.