Glendale Inmate Records
Glendale inmate records cover people held at the city jail and those transferred to Maricopa County facilities. The Glendale Police Department makes arrests and books people into a 28-bed city jail for initial holding. Most detainees move to MCSO jails if they cannot post bond after their first court hearing. Searching for Glendale jail inmates requires checking both the city system and the county sheriff database. This page explains how to find inmates, get booking records, and understand where Glendale detainees end up after arrest. We cover the city jail, transfer process, and how to request public records from Glendale police.
Glendale Jail Quick Facts
Glendale City Jail Information
The Glendale City Jail holds people who have been arrested and are waiting for their first court hearing. This is called the Initial Appearance. The jail sits at 6835 N. 57th Drive in Glendale. It has 28 beds. Call 623-930-3020 for questions about someone in custody at this location.
The city jail does not keep people for long stays. It is a holding facility only. After the Initial Appearance court date, the judge sets a bond. If the person posts bond, they get released. If they cannot pay, they transfer to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office 4th Avenue Jail in Phoenix. This means most Glendale arrestees end up in MCSO custody within a day or two of their arrest. The Glendale City Jail page provides basic details about the holding process.
The jail does not have visitation. Family members cannot visit inmates at the Glendale City Jail. It also does not accept money or property for detainees. These services are only available once a person moves to MCSO facilities. If you need to visit someone or add funds to their account, wait until they transfer to the county jail in Phoenix.
Find Glendale Inmates Online
There is no public online search for the Glendale City Jail. The facility is too small and turnover is too fast for a live roster. To find someone arrested in Glendale, call the jail at 623-930-3020. Staff can tell you if that person is still in the city jail or if they have already transferred.
Most Glendale inmates transfer to Maricopa County jails quickly. Once there, you can search for them online. Go to the MCSO inmate search page and enter the person's name. The results show current inmates at all MCSO facilities. This includes Fourth Avenue Jail, where most Glendale transfers go first.
You can search by name or booking number. The MCSO system displays the inmate's photo, charges, bond amount, and which facility holds them. It updates regularly but may lag a few hours behind real bookings. Check back later if someone was just arrested and does not appear yet.
Note: The MCSO search only shows current inmates, not people who were released or transferred elsewhere.
Glendale Police Records Requests
You can request arrest reports and booking records from Glendale Police. These are public records under A.R.S. 39-121. The law says public records must be open for inspection during office hours. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
To get Glendale police records, contact the Records Division. You can submit requests online, by mail, or in person. Include as much detail as you can about what records you want. Provide the person's name, date of birth, and incident date if you know it. Vague requests take longer to process. Specific requests get faster results.
Arizona law requires agencies to respond promptly to records requests. If they do not respond in a reasonable time, access is considered denied. You can appeal denied requests through legal channels. Most routine requests for arrest reports get filled without issue. Complex requests or those involving investigations may take longer or face redactions.
Transfer to Maricopa County Jail
When Glendale inmates cannot post bond, they go to MCSO 4th Avenue Jail. This is the main intake facility for Maricopa County. The address is 201 S. 4th Avenue in Phoenix. Call 602-876-0322 for information about inmates there.
After transfer, inmates have more options. They can receive video visits through the ViaPath platform. Remote visits cost $0.25 per minute. Family can add money to commissary accounts through TouchPay at 1-866-355-9593 or touchpaydirect.com. Enter the letter P before the six-digit inmate ID when making deposits for Maricopa County inmates.
The county jail system is much larger than Glendale's. MCSO operates five facilities with over 6,000 beds total. Inmates may move between facilities based on their classification level, charges, and bed availability. Use the online search to track which location holds someone after a Glendale arrest.
Glendale Court Case Information
Criminal cases from Glendale go to Maricopa County courts. You can search court records online to see case details. This helps you understand charges and upcoming court dates for someone in jail.
The Superior Court case search covers felony cases. Enter the defendant's name to find their case. Results show the charges, case number, next hearing date, and assigned judge. Misdemeanor cases may go through the Glendale City Court instead. Those records require a separate search or request.
Court records and jail records are different things. The jail shows who is in custody. The court shows what cases they face. Check both if you need the full picture. The Clerk of Superior Court charges fees for copies. Basic search results are free to view online.
Note: Court records update as cases progress, so check back for new information about hearings and outcomes.
Inmate Release Alerts for Glendale
VINELink offers free alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. You can sign up to get notified if someone is released, transferred, or escapes. This works for inmates at MCSO facilities, which includes Glendale transfers.
Visit vinelink.com to register. You can also call 1-866-277-7477 any time of day. The system is free and available around the clock. Choose how you want alerts sent. Options include phone calls, text messages, and emails. Once registered, you will get automatic updates without needing to check the jail roster yourself.
Arizona Criminal History Records
For deeper background checks, Arizona DPS maintains the Central State Repository. This is the state database of all criminal records from Arizona agencies. Under A.R.S. 41-1750, the repository collects arrest and court data statewide.
You can review your own criminal record by submitting a Record Review Packet to DPS. They respond within 15 days with any existing records. Contact DPS Criminal History at 602-223-2222. The state does not process public background checks for employers through this system. Private background checks require different methods. The DPS portal at psp.azdps.gov handles fingerprint clearance and related services.
Nearby Maricopa County Cities
Glendale borders several other cities in Maricopa County. Each city has its own police department but uses MCSO for most jail services. If you cannot find someone arrested in Glendale, they may have been booked in a nearby jurisdiction.
Maricopa County Inmate Records
Glendale is part of Maricopa County. Most detention services run through the county sheriff. For full details on MCSO jail facilities, inmate search tools, and record request procedures, see our main county page.