Search Tucson Criminal Records

Tucson criminal records are maintained by the Tucson Police Department and Tucson City Court. As Arizona's second largest city with over 540,000 residents, Tucson has comprehensive criminal justice resources. The city handles a significant volume of cases each year. Many Tucson criminal records are accessible through requests to the police records unit or searches through the city court system.

Tucson Police Department Records

The Tucson Police Department handles criminal record requests at 270 S. Stone Ave. in Tucson. Phone inquiries go to (520) 791-4462. Email tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov. The records unit processes requests for incident reports, arrest records, and other police documents.

Fees for Tucson criminal records are straightforward. Paper copies are $5 plus $0.25 per page after 15 pages. Email delivery is a flat $5. Digital CD copies are $25. Video footage costs $44 per hour for processing. Third party accident reports are available through Crashdocs.org.

The Tucson Police public records page explains the request process and lists all fees.

This page walks you through submitting a request for Tucson criminal records from the police department.

Tucson City Court Criminal Records

Tucson City Court handles misdemeanor cases and traffic violations for crimes within city limits. The court is at 103 E. Alameda in Tucson. Email TCCRecords@courts.az.gov for record requests. The court processes a high volume of cases each year.

Fees for Tucson City Court records are standardized. Research and locate fees are $17 per case. Copies are $0.50 per page. Audio CDs cost $17. These fees cover the cost of searching for and copying court documents.

The court records request page explains the process for obtaining Tucson criminal court records.

This page has forms and instructions for requesting court documents.

The court also has a defendant search tool that lets you look up case information online.

The defendant search is useful for finding basic case information before requesting full documents.

Tucson and Pima County

Tucson is in Pima County. The city court handles misdemeanors within city limits. Felony cases go to the Pima County Superior Court. For felony records, contact the county clerk's office, not Tucson City Court.

The Pima County Sheriff handles law enforcement outside Tucson city limits. For incidents in unincorporated areas, contact the sheriff's office instead of Tucson Police.

Note: The Pima County jail books all arrestees regardless of which agency made the arrest. Booking records come from the county even if Tucson Police made the arrest.

Types of Criminal Records Available

Tucson keeps several types of criminal records. The police department maintains arrest reports, incident reports, and booking records. The city court has case files, dockets, judgments, and sentencing documents. Each handles its own records.

Arrest records show what happened at the time of arrest. Court records show how the case was resolved. Cases can be dismissed, go to trial, or end in plea deals. Both types of records may be needed for a complete picture.

Email delivery at $5 flat is the cheapest option for most police records. Video at $44 per hour is the most expensive. Choose the format that fits your needs and budget.

How to Request Records

You can request Tucson criminal records by email, by phone, or in person. Email requests go to tpdpublicrecords@tucsonaz.gov. Include your name, contact information, and a clear description of what you need. Case numbers and dates help speed up the search.

For court records, email TCCRecords@courts.az.gov. The defendant search tool online helps you find case information before making a formal request. This saves time and helps you know exactly what to ask for.

Given Tucson's size, processing times can vary. Provide as much detail as possible to help staff find your records faster.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Tucson is the main city in southern Arizona. If your criminal records search extends beyond Tucson, other nearby cities have their own police departments.

For other areas near Tucson, records would be handled by the Pima County Sheriff's Office.