Yavapai County Inmate Lookup

Yavapai County inmate records are held by the Sheriff's Office at two main detention sites. The county seat is Prescott, a small city in the mountains north of Phoenix. Camp Verde Detention Center handles most long term jail stays while the Prescott facility processes bookings and holds inmates for court. You can search for people in Yavapai County jail through the sheriff's website at no cost. This page shows you how to find inmates, request jail records, set up visitation, and post bond. We also cover the rules for sending mail and money to inmates in Yavapai County detention.

Yavapai County Inmate Search Tool

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office runs a free inmate search on their website. You can look up anyone held in county jail right now. The tool is simple to use. Just enter a last name and click search. Results show current inmates at both the Camp Verde and Prescott facilities.

Visit the Yavapai County inmate search portal to start. The page asks for a last name at minimum. You can add a first name to narrow results. Each listing shows the inmate's name, booking date, charges, and bond amount. The system updates as new bookings come in and people get released. There is one key rule to know. Persons booked as John or Jane Doe cannot post bail until properly identified through the detention fingerprint process.

The search only shows current inmates. Once a person leaves custody, they drop off the list. If you need records on someone who was released, you must contact the sheriff's office directly. Historical booking data requires a formal records request.

Yavapai County Jail Facilities

Yavapai County runs two detention facilities. Camp Verde Detention Center is the main jail. The Prescott facility handles intake and court holds. Both are run by the Sheriff's Office Detention Services Division.

Camp Verde Detention Center sits at 2830 N Commonwealth Dr, Suite 105, Camp Verde, AZ 86322. This is the larger site with 644 beds. Most inmates serve their time here. The facility holds people awaiting trial and those serving sentences under one year. It also houses inmates waiting for transfer to state prison. Camp Verde is about 50 miles south of the Prescott courthouse, so transport runs daily for court dates.

The Prescott facility is at 255 East Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ 86301. This site handles bookings for the north part of the county. It holds inmates who need to appear in Prescott courts. After court, many inmates transfer to Camp Verde for longer stays. Call the detention info line at (928) 567-7734 for questions about either location. You can also reach the sheriff's main office at 928-771-3260 or email web.sheriff@yavapaiaz.gov.

Visiting Yavapai County Inmates

The sheriff allows visits at both jail sites. You must schedule ahead. Walk in visits are not allowed. All visits have a 20 minute time limit. The rules apply to everyone, including family members and friends.

Visitation hours run Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Schedule at least one day in advance. You can book as far out as 14 days. The Yavapai County Sheriff detention page has more details on the rules. Securus Technologies handles video visitation for Yavapai County. You can set up remote visits through their platform if you cannot travel to the jail.

The county has strict mail rules. Polaroid photos are not allowed. Neither are photocopies or prints from the internet. No staples, stamps, or postcards. Magazine and newspaper clippings are banned. Greeting cards are only allowed from December 1 through December 31, with a limit of three per inmate.

Note: Check the Securus website at securustech.net to register for video visits with Yavapai County inmates.

Yavapai County Jail Bonds

You can post bond in person at either Yavapai County jail. Both facilities accept bonds 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Cash and bail bond company bonds are accepted. Immigration bonds are not accepted at these facilities.

Online bond payment is also available. Go to GovPayNow.com and use pay location code A001YN. You can also call 1-877-EZBAIL5 to pay by phone. Fees apply for these services. The amount varies based on the bond total and payment method.

The jail sets bond amounts based on the charges and court orders. Some charges have standard bond schedules. Others require a judge to set bail at an initial appearance hearing. If you cannot afford the full bond, a bail bond company can post it for a fee, usually 10% of the total bond amount.

Sending Money to Yavapai Inmates

Inmates need money for commissary items. These include snacks, hygiene products, and phone time. Family and friends can add funds to an inmate's account through JPay.

Visit JPay.com to deposit money. You will need the inmate's name and ID number. JPay charges a fee for each deposit. The fee depends on the amount and payment method. Deposits show up in the inmate's account within a day or two. You can also send money through the kiosks at the jail lobby.

Note: Keep deposit receipts in case there are any issues with the transfer to the inmate account.

Yavapai County Jail Records Requests

You can request copies of booking records and other jail documents. The sheriff's office handles these requests. Arizona law under A.R.S. 39-121 says public records must be open for inspection during office hours. This includes most jail records.

Contact the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office to start a records request. You can call 928-771-3260 or send an email to web.sheriff@yavapaiaz.gov. Include the person's name, date of birth, and booking date if you know it. The more details you give, the faster they can find the records. Fees may apply for copies. Processing times vary based on request complexity and staff workload.

Court records are separate from jail records. The Yavapai County Superior Court handles case files, minutes, and other court documents. Criminal history checks go through the Arizona Department of Public Safety, not the county sheriff. The state charges $22 for a criminal history search through their Public Services Portal.

Arizona Inmate Records Resources

Yavapai County jail holds people before trial or for short sentences. Anyone sentenced to more than one year goes to state prison. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry runs the state prison system.

Use the ADCRR inmate data search to find state prison inmates. This is separate from the county jail search. The state database covers all Arizona prisons. It shows release dates, but the department warns these dates are not verified and can change. Sending inmate search data to inmates is a Class 5 felony under A.R.S. 13-2505.

VINELink offers free custody alerts for Yavapai County inmates. Register at vinelink.com to get notified when someone is released or transferred. This service runs 24 hours a day. You can get alerts by phone, text, or email. Arizona VINE has provided victim notification for 27 years statewide.

Cities in Yavapai County

Yavapai County has no cities over 50,000 people. The largest city is Prescott with around 46,000 residents. Prescott Valley has about 50,000 but sits just under the threshold. Other towns include Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Chino Valley, and Sedona. All of these areas rely on the Yavapai County Sheriff for detention services.

Local police departments make arrests and book people at the county jail. Prescott Police, Prescott Valley Police, Cottonwood Police, and Camp Verde Marshal's Office all use the sheriff's detention facilities. There are no city jails in Yavapai County. If someone gets arrested anywhere in the county, they end up at either the Camp Verde or Prescott jail run by the sheriff.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Yavapai County borders several other Arizona counties. Each has its own jail and inmate records system. If you cannot find someone in Yavapai County, try these neighboring counties.