Greenlee County Criminal Records

Greenlee County criminal records are available through the Sheriff's Office and Superior Court in Clifton. This is Arizona's smallest county by population with about 9,500 residents. The county seat is Clifton. Criminal cases are processed through the county court system with records available in person at county offices. Online services are limited due to the small size of this rural county.

Greenlee County Sheriff Records

The Greenlee County Sheriff's Office is at 824 S. Coronado Boulevard in Clifton. Phone inquiries go to (928) 865-4149. Email aadams@greenlee.az.gov. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 5 PM. The office is closed on Fridays.

As Arizona's smallest county, Greenlee has limited online services. Most criminal record requests are handled in person or by mail. The small staff is helpful but response times may be longer than in larger counties. Call ahead to check on availability and fees for your specific request.

The Greenlee County Sheriff page has contact information for the department.

The sheriff's page provides basic contact information for the small department.

Superior Court Criminal Records

The Clerk of the Superior Court is at 223 5th Street, P.O. Box 1027 in Clifton. Phone inquiries go to (928) 865-4242 or (928) 865-3872. Email greenleeSC@courts.az.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

The Greenlee County Clerk of Court page has contact information and links to resources.

The clerk's page explains services and provides contact details for the court.

Online case searching is available through the Arizona Courts Public Access portal. Search Greenlee County criminal cases by name or case number for free. This statewide tool is useful since the county has limited local online options.

Working with a Small County

Greenlee County is rural and has a small population. This means fewer crimes and fewer records than larger counties. The staff knows the community and can often help locate records quickly if you provide good information about what you need.

For the best results, visit in person if possible. Phone calls work well too. Written requests by mail are accepted but may take longer to process. The four day work week for the sheriff means Friday visits are not an option at that office.

Mining is the main industry in Greenlee County. The Morenci copper mine is one of the largest in North America. Some criminal matters may involve mine property or workers. These cases go through the county court system like any other.

Types of Criminal Records Available

Greenlee County keeps several types of criminal records despite its small size. The sheriff maintains arrest reports, incident reports, and booking records. The court clerk has case files, dockets, judgments, and sentencing documents. Each office handles requests for its own records.

Arrest records from the sheriff show what charges were filed when someone was taken into custody. Court records show how the case was resolved after that. Cases can be dismissed, go to trial, or end in plea agreements. You may need records from both offices to get the full picture of a case.

The small case volume means records are often easier to find. Staff can sometimes locate documents quickly when you provide names and approximate dates. Be patient though because the small staff handles many duties.

State Level Resources

The Arizona Courts Public Access portal is especially useful for Greenlee County. Since local online options are limited, this statewide database gives you free access to case information. Search by name or case number to find charges, hearing dates, and outcomes.

Arizona DPS maintains the state criminal history repository. Employers use this for background checks. Individuals cannot run background checks on others through DPS. The sheriff can provide local clearance letters for employment purposes.

If someone was incarcerated by the state, the Arizona Department of Corrections has records. The ADCRR inmate search covers current and former state prison inmates. County jail records stay with the Greenlee County Sheriff. Most jail stays in this small county are short term holds before transfer or release.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Greenlee County is in eastern Arizona on the New Mexico border. These neighboring counties may have relevant criminal records if your search extends beyond Greenlee.