Search Navajo County Criminal Records

Navajo County criminal records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and Superior Court in Holbrook. This northeastern Arizona county has about 107,000 residents spread across a large rural area. The county seat is Holbrook. Criminal cases are processed through the county court system with records available through online portals and in person at county offices.

Navajo County Sheriff Records

The Navajo County Sheriff's Office is at 137 W. Arizona Street in Holbrook. Phone inquiries go to (928) 524-4000 or (928) 524-4050. Booking and bond questions are at (928) 524-4450. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 3:30 PM.

Police reports cost $10 in Navajo County. This fee covers the search and copying of requested documents. Processing time varies based on the complexity of the request and staff workload.

The county has a public records request page that explains the process for obtaining documents.

This page has information about submitting requests and what to expect during the process.

Superior Court Criminal Records

The Clerk of the Superior Court is at 100 East Code Talkers Drive in Holbrook. Phone inquiries go to (928) 524-4188. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. You can visit in person to search records or submit requests by mail.

Copy fees are $0.50 per page at the Navajo County Superior Court. Certified copies have additional fees. These standard rates apply to criminal case documents and other court records.

The Navajo County Clerk of Court page has contact information and links to services.

The clerk's page explains court services and provides links to forms and resources.

Online case searching is available through the Arizona Courts Public Access portal. Search Navajo County criminal cases by name or case number at no cost.

Tribal Land Jurisdiction

Parts of Navajo County are on Navajo Nation and Hopi reservation land. Crimes on tribal land may fall under federal or tribal jurisdiction rather than county courts. The county sheriff and courts only have authority over crimes in the non-tribal portions of the county.

If you are looking for records related to incidents on the reservations, contact tribal courts or federal agencies. The Navajo County courts will not have those records. This is an important distinction because a large portion of the county is reservation land. When an incident occurs on tribal land, the case goes to tribal or federal courts depending on the crime.

Crimes involving only tribal members on reservation land typically go to tribal court. Major crimes on reservations may be prosecuted in federal court. Check with the Navajo Nation courts or the U.S. District Court for Arizona if you need records from reservation incidents.

Types of Criminal Records Available

Navajo County maintains several types of criminal records. The sheriff keeps arrest reports, incident reports, booking records, and jail logs. The court clerk has case files, dockets, judgments, sentencing documents, and probation records. Each agency has its own process for releasing these documents.

Arrest records from the sheriff show what charges were filed at the time of arrest. Court records show what happened with the case after charges were filed. A case might be dismissed, result in a plea deal, go to trial, or be resolved some other way. The arrest record and court record tell different parts of the story.

Booking photos are sometimes available from the detention facility. The sheriff's office can tell you if mugshots are released and what they cost. Not all booking photos are public records in Arizona. Some may be withheld depending on the case status.

How to Request Records

You can request Navajo County criminal records in person, by mail, or by phone. In person requests go to the sheriff's office on Arizona Street or the court clerk on Code Talkers Drive. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit. Staff will help you find what you need.

Mail requests should include your name, address, phone number, and a clear description of what records you want. Include as much detail as possible. Case numbers, names of parties, approximate dates, and incident locations all help staff find the right records faster. Send a check or money order for the expected fees.

Phone requests are good for finding out if records exist and what they cost. Staff can look up basic information over the phone. You still need to submit a written request and pay fees to get actual copies. Call ahead to confirm what you need before visiting or mailing a request.

State Level Resources

The Arizona Courts Public Access portal covers Navajo County. This free database lets you search case information without visiting the courthouse. Search by name or case number. The portal shows case status, hearing dates, charges, and outcomes. It does not show the actual documents but gives you the basic case information.

For background checks, the Arizona Department of Public Safety maintains the state criminal history repository. Employers and agencies can request official background checks through DPS. Regular citizens cannot get background checks on other people 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 inmate records. The ADCRR inmate search shows current and former state prison inmates. County jail records stay with the county sheriff.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Navajo County is in northeastern Arizona. These neighboring counties may have relevant criminal records if your search extends beyond Navajo.