Find Peoria Inmate Records
Peoria inmate records require searching the Maricopa County Sheriff database. The city of Peoria contracts with MCSO for all detention services. This means Peoria does not run its own jail. When Peoria Police make an arrest, the person goes directly to a Maricopa County facility for booking. Finding someone arrested in Peoria means using the county inmate search tools. This page explains how Peoria handles arrests, where inmates end up, and how to request police records from the city. We cover the search process, record fees, and links to all the official resources you need.
Peoria Detention Quick Facts
Peoria Jail Services Through MCSO
Peoria does not have a city jail. The city contracts with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for detention services. This is common in the Phoenix metro area. Many cities find it more efficient to use the county system than to build and staff their own jails.
When Peoria Police arrest someone, they transport them to an MCSO facility. Most go to the Intake Transfer Release facility or Fourth Avenue Jail in Phoenix. The booking process happens at the county level. Peoria police handle the arrest and paperwork. MCSO handles the jail time. This split means you deal with two agencies when looking for records. Peoria has the arrest report. MCSO has the jail records.
The arrangement works well for a city of Peoria's size. Running a full jail is expensive. Staff costs, medical care, food, and security add up fast. By contracting with MCSO, Peoria can focus on police work while the county handles detention. This is why you will not find a Peoria jail roster. All inmates go into the county system.
Search Peoria Inmate Records Online
To find someone arrested in Peoria, use the MCSO inmate search. Go to that page and enter the person's name. The search covers all five Maricopa County jail facilities. You can also search by booking number if you have it.
Results show the inmate's photo, charges, bond amount, and current facility. The system updates regularly but may take a few hours to reflect new bookings. If someone was just arrested, check back later if they do not appear right away. Booking and processing take time before the record goes live in the database.
The MCSO search is free to use. It shows current inmates only. Released individuals do not appear. Historical booking data requires a formal records request to MCSO. The online tool works best for finding people currently in custody at Maricopa County jails.
Request Peoria Police Records
Peoria Police keeps arrest reports and incident records. These are public records under A.R.S. 39-121. The law says public records must be open for inspection. You do not need to give a reason for your request.
Contact the Peoria Police Department to request records. Provide the person's name, date of arrest, and any case numbers you have. Specific requests get processed faster than vague ones. Ask for exactly what you want. Processing times vary based on the complexity of your request. Simple arrest reports come faster than video or multi-incident requests.
Arizona law requires prompt response to records requests. If an agency fails to respond in reasonable time, access is considered denied. Most routine requests get filled without issue. Ongoing investigations may be exempt from disclosure until the case closes. You can appeal denied requests through the legal system.
Note: Jail records come from MCSO, not Peoria police, since the county handles all detention.
Maricopa County Jail Facilities
Peoria arrestees can end up at any of the five MCSO jails. The main intake location is Fourth Avenue Jail at 201 S. 4th Avenue in Phoenix. It has 2,064 beds and handles most new bookings. Call 602-876-0322 for inmate information.
Other facilities include Lower Buckeye Jail with 2,440 beds, Towers Jail with 1,080 beds, and Estrella Jail for female inmates. The ITR facility has 512 beds and processes transfers. Inmates may move between facilities during their stay. Classification, security level, and bed space all affect placement. Use the online search to track which location holds someone.
All MCSO facilities are in Phoenix. Total capacity exceeds 6,000 beds. This makes it one of the largest jail systems in the country. Peoria inmates share these facilities with people from across Maricopa County.
Visit Peoria Inmates at MCSO
Once someone from Peoria is booked into MCSO, they can receive video visits. All onsite visits are currently suspended. Remote visits happen through the ViaPath platform. The cost is $0.25 per minute.
Create an account at the ViaPath website to schedule visits. You need ID and must pass a background check. Once approved, you can video call from your home computer or phone. Some restrictions apply based on inmate classification. Contact MCSO for specific rules about the person you want to visit.
Family can also add money to inmate accounts. TouchPay handles commissary deposits. Call 1-866-355-9593 or visit touchpaydirect.com. When adding funds for Maricopa County inmates, enter the letter P before the six-digit inmate ID number.
Peoria Criminal Case Search
Court cases from Peoria arrests go through Maricopa County courts. The Superior Court case search covers felony matters. Enter the defendant's name to find case details. Results show charges, hearing dates, and case status.
Court records differ from jail records. The jail shows who is in custody. The court shows legal proceedings. Someone can be in jail while their case works through the courts. Check both systems for a full picture. The Clerk of Superior Court charges fees for copies. Basic search results are free online.
Misdemeanor cases may go through local courts in Peoria's jurisdiction. Those require separate inquiry. The Superior Court handles the more serious felony cases that result in longer jail stays.
Inmate Release Notifications
VINELink offers free alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. This covers MCSO facilities where Peoria arrestees are held. You get notified if someone is released, transferred, or escapes. The system runs 24 hours a day.
Sign up at vinelink.com or call 1-866-277-7477. Registration is free. Choose to receive alerts by phone, text, or email. Once registered, you do not need to keep checking the jail roster. The system sends updates automatically when status changes occur.
Arizona Criminal History Records
The Arizona Department of Public Safety maintains the Central State Repository. Under A.R.S. 41-1750, all Arizona criminal justice agencies report arrest data to this central database. It holds statewide criminal history records.
You can review your own record through a Record Review Packet. Submit it to DPS and receive any existing records within 15 days. Call 602-223-2222 for details on the process. The DPS Public Services Portal handles fingerprint clearance and related services.
Private employers cannot access the state repository directly. Background checks for employment use different channels. The DPS system focuses on official criminal justice needs and personal record review requests.
Nearby Maricopa County Cities
Peoria borders several other cities in the northwest Phoenix metro. Many also contract with MCSO for jail services. If you cannot find someone arrested in Peoria, they may have been picked up by a neighboring jurisdiction.
Each city has its own police department. Some have short-term holding cells. All eventually funnel into the MCSO jail system for longer stays.
Maricopa County Detention Records
Peoria is part of Maricopa County. All jail services run through MCSO. For complete details on county jail facilities, inmate search tools, and how to request sheriff records, visit our main county page.