Scottsdale Felony Records Search

Scottsdale felony records come from two main sources in the Arizona justice system. The Scottsdale Police Department keeps arrest records and incident reports at their records unit on Indian School Road. When someone faces felony charges, the case moves to Maricopa County Superior Court in Phoenix. You can search for criminal case files through the county court system. The police department handles local arrest data, while the county manages all felony court proceedings. Residents often need these records for background checks, legal matters, or to track a case through the system. This page shows you where to look and how to get the records you need in Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Police Felony Records Unit

The Scottsdale Police Department maintains arrest records and incident reports at their main records office. This is where you go for local arrest data. The Records Unit is at 8401 E. Indian School Road in Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Call 480-312-1999 for questions. The office handles requests for police reports, arrest records, and other law enforcement documents from cases in the city.

The Scottsdale Police Records page gives you info on how to request documents from the department. You can find details about fees, forms, and what types of records are available to the public.

This page shows the main records services from Scottsdale Police. Use it to start your request for arrest or incident reports from cases in Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Police records requests have a big backlog right now. Expect 8 to 10 months for most records to come through. Body camera footage takes even longer. The wait is 12 to 14 months for video files. Plan ahead if you need these records for court or other time-sensitive matters. The department processes requests in the order they come in. Paying the fee does not speed up your request.

Scottsdale Online Records Portal

You can submit records requests to Scottsdale Police through their online system. The Scottsdale Police Records Request Portal lets you file a request from your computer. This is easier than going in person. Fill out the form with your details and what records you need. The system sends you updates as your request moves through the queue.

The online portal is the best way to start a request if you cannot visit in person. You still face the same wait times. But tracking your request is easier through the portal system.

Not all records are available online. Some require you to show up at the office. Sealed records, juvenile cases, and certain victim information stay protected. The portal tells you if your request needs special handling. Staff will contact you if they need more info to process your request in Scottsdale.

Scottsdale Police Records Fees

Fees for Scottsdale Police records depend on what you need. Basic requests cost $5 for up to 30 pages. This covers most standard record requests. If you just need proof that a search was done, the Record of Search fee is $10 when you request it in person. Additional pages beyond 30 cost extra per the city fee schedule.

Body camera footage has its own pricing. Video files take more work to prepare. The department may charge for staff time to review and redact protected content. Get a quote before you commit to a video request. Fees can add up fast for long recordings or multiple camera angles from an incident in Scottsdale.

Note: Fees are due when you pick up records or before they mail them out.

Felony Court Records in Maricopa County

Scottsdale is part of Maricopa County. All felony cases go to the Maricopa County Superior Court in Phoenix. This is true even when the arrest happens in Scottsdale. The city police make the arrest and file the report. Then the county takes over for prosecution and court proceedings. Understanding this split helps you find the right records.

Arrest records stay with Scottsdale Police. Court records go to the Maricopa County Clerk of Court. If you want to know if someone was arrested, check with Scottsdale PD. If you want to know the outcome of a felony case, look at the county court system. Case files show charges, plea deals, trial results, and sentencing data. The county keeps all of that in their system.

The Maricopa County Superior Court has a free online search tool. You can look up felony cases by defendant name or case number. The system shows case status, charges filed, hearing dates, and which judge handles the case. For copies of actual court documents, contact the Clerk of Court office. Copy fees are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $35 plus the page fee.

Many Scottsdale residents start their search at the county level. The online case search is free and gives quick results. If you find a case, you can then request specific documents from the court file. This approach saves time compared to requesting everything blind from police records.

What Scottsdale Felony Records Contain

Police records and court records show different things. Know what you need before you request anything. Scottsdale Police arrest records include the date and time of arrest, charges at booking, officer notes, and basic incident details. They may also include witness statements and evidence lists from the investigation phase.

Court records from Maricopa County contain the formal charging document, motions filed by both sides, court orders, plea agreements if any, trial transcripts, and the final judgment. Sentencing records show what punishment the judge ordered. These files tell you the legal outcome of a felony case that started with a Scottsdale arrest. The two sets of records together give you the full picture from arrest through conviction or dismissal.

Arizona Laws on Felony Record Access

Arizona public records law covers police documents under Title 39 of the state code. Most arrest records are public once the case is closed. Open investigations may be withheld. The Arizona Public Records Law lets anyone request government records without giving a reason. You do not need to explain why you want the files.

Court records follow Arizona Supreme Court Rule 123. This rule says court files are presumed open to the public. You can view them during business hours at the clerk's office. Some information gets redacted for privacy. Social security numbers, financial accounts, and victim details in certain cases stay hidden. But the core facts of a felony case are public record in Arizona.

If you have a felony on your record from Scottsdale, you may be able to seal it. A.R.S. Section 13-911 lets people seal criminal records after they finish their sentence and wait the required time. Class 2 and 3 felonies require a 10-year wait. Class 4, 5, and 6 felonies need a 5-year wait. Some serious crimes cannot be sealed at all. Talk to a lawyer if you want to seal a Scottsdale felony case from your past.

Scottsdale Legal Resources

Several organizations help Scottsdale residents with criminal record issues. Community Legal Services offers free help to low-income people who need to seal records or navigate the court system. The Maricopa County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service if you need paid legal help. The Scottsdale City Court handles misdemeanor cases but can point you to the right office for felony matters.

Self-help resources exist at the Maricopa County Superior Court. The Self Service Center has forms and instructions for common tasks. You can find paperwork for record sealing, expungement requests, and other post-conviction matters. Staff cannot give legal advice, but they can help you find the right forms and explain the basic process.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Scottsdale borders several other large cities in the Phoenix metro area. If you need felony records from a nearby city, visit these pages for specific contact info and procedures.

All these cities are in Maricopa County. Felony cases from any of them go through the same Superior Court in Phoenix. The county system handles prosecution for serious crimes across the entire metro area.