Chandler Inmate Records

Chandler inmate records are held by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The city does not have its own jail. When police make an arrest in Chandler, the person goes to MCSO facilities in Phoenix. You can look up booking info through the county sheriff's website. Chandler Police also keeps records of arrests they make. This page shows how to find inmate data, get copies of police reports, and track custody status for people arrested in Chandler. All the links and contact info you need are right here.

Where Chandler Inmates Go

Chandler contracts with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for jail services. The city does not run its own detention center. When Chandler Police arrest someone, they book that person into an MCSO jail. This means all Chandler inmate records end up in the county system.

After an arrest, officers transport detainees to the MCSO Intake Transfer Release facility. From there, inmates move to one of several jails based on factors like gender and security needs. Fourth Avenue Jail handles most male bookings in Maricopa County. Estrella Jail houses female inmates. Lower Buckeye and Towers Jails hold overflow and specific populations. You will find Chandler arrestees at any of these MCSO locations once the booking process finishes. The whole transfer can take several hours from the time of arrest to when records appear online.

Note: Chandler Police may hold someone briefly at their station, but this is not a jail stay and no separate custody record is created there.

Find Chandler Inmates Online

The MCSO inmate search tool shows anyone currently in county custody. This includes people arrested by Chandler Police. Go to the MCSO inmate search page and enter the person's name. The search returns booking photos, charges, bond amounts, and facility location. Results update throughout the day as new bookings come in.

For state prison inmates, use the Arizona Department of Corrections database. The ADCRR inmate data search shows people serving felony sentences at state facilities. This system covers convicted offenders, not people awaiting trial in county jail. If someone was arrested in Chandler and later sent to prison, their record would appear here.

The state database includes photos, sentencing data, and projected release dates. Keep in mind that release dates are estimates and can change. The ADCRR notes that this data has not been audited for accuracy. It serves as a reference tool, not an official court document.

Request Chandler Police Records

Chandler Police Department keeps arrest reports and related documents. You can request copies of these records even if the person is no longer in custody. The department handles requests through their records unit at 250 E. Chicago St. in Chandler. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM.

The Chandler Police records request page explains the process. You can submit requests online, by mail, or in person. Include the subject's name, date of birth, and the date of the incident if you know it. The more details you provide, the faster your request can be processed. Vague requests take longer because staff must search more records to find what you want.

Report copies cost $5 for the first 50 pages. After that, you pay $0.15 per page. Audio and 911 recordings cost $10. CAD logs are $5. Photos run $5 per request. Body worn camera footage costs $25 per video. These fees help cover the cost of staff time and materials to process your request. Digital media requests such as body camera video take 4 to 5 months due to high demand and the review process. Standard paper reports come out in about 10 business days after the case closes.

Chandler Court and Case Records

Criminal cases from Chandler go through Maricopa County courts. The Superior Court criminal case search shows felony matters. You can look up defendants by name or case number. Results include charges, hearing dates, and case status. Misdemeanor cases handled in Chandler Municipal Court may have separate records not shown in the county system.

The Arizona Courts public access portal covers 153 courts statewide. You can search for cases across multiple jurisdictions here. This helps when you are not sure which court handled a particular matter. Chandler falls within Maricopa County's jurisdiction for most criminal proceedings, so start your search there.

Note: Court records show the legal process while jail records show custody status, and these are maintained by different offices.

Chandler Public Records Access

Arizona law gives the public access to most government records. A.R.S. 39-121 states that public records shall be open to inspection by any person during office hours. This applies to Chandler Police records, MCSO jail records, and court documents. You do not need to explain why you want the records or prove any special interest.

Some records have restrictions under state law. Medical information about inmates is confidential. Juvenile records are sealed in most cases. Ongoing investigation files may be withheld until the case closes. The custodian of records must respond promptly to your request or it is considered denied under A.R.S. 39-121.01. If you believe a public record was wrongly withheld, you can seek legal remedies through the courts.

Track Chandler Inmate Status

VINELink offers free alerts about inmate custody changes. If someone arrested in Chandler is in county jail, you can register to know when they get released or transferred. This service runs 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Victims and concerned citizens both use it.

Go to vinelink.com or call 1-866-277-7477 to sign up. Choose how you want to get alerts. Options include phone, text, and email. Once you register for a specific inmate, the system tracks that person automatically. You get notified of custody changes without having to check the jail roster yourself. This is especially useful for crime victims who need to know if the person who harmed them is out of jail.

Arizona has used VINE for victim notification for 27 years. The program recently expanded to cover more stages of the criminal justice process. Registration takes just a few minutes and costs nothing.

Chandler Records Contact Info

Here are the main contacts for Chandler inmate and arrest records:

• Chandler Police Records: 480-782-4001
• Chandler Police Address: 250 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ 85225
• Email: Records.Request@chandleraz.gov
• MCSO Jail Info: 602-876-0322
• MCSO Public Records: PRRstaff@mcso.maricopa.gov

Chandler Police handles local arrest reports and incident records. MCSO manages all jail booking data and custody records. For court matters, contact the Maricopa County Superior Court Clerk at 602-372-5375. Each office maintains its own set of records. You may need to contact multiple agencies depending on what you are looking for.

Maricopa County Jail Information

Chandler sits entirely within Maricopa County. All county jail services flow through MCSO headquarters in Phoenix. The county operates five major detention facilities with over 6,000 beds total. Visit our Maricopa County inmate records page for full details on the county jail system, visitation rules, and how to send money to inmates.

MCSO public records requests go to 550 W. Jackson St. in Phoenix. You can also fax requests to 602-876-8308. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 3 PM for in person visits. Copies cost $0.50 per page from MCSO. Certified documents run $35 each. These fees differ from Chandler Police fees since they are separate agencies with their own policies.

Nearby Cities in Maricopa County

These cities also send their arrestees to MCSO jails. Check them if you cannot find someone in the Chandler area.