Search Yuma County Inmate Records

Yuma County inmate records are available online through the sheriff's inmate search portal. You can look up current jail inmates by name, booking number, or subject number. The system shows who is in custody at the Yuma County Detention Center right now. This page explains how to use the inmate search tool, request copies of booking records, and contact the jail directly. Yuma County is one of the Arizona counties that still provides full public access to its online inmate database.

Yuma County Online Inmate Search

The Yuma County Sheriff provides an online inmate search tool. Go to the Yuma County inmate search portal to look up current inmates. The system is powered by Tyler Technologies and works well on computers and phones.

You can search several ways. Enter a last name and first name to find someone. You can also search by subject number or booking number if you have those. Filter results to show only people currently in custody or search by booking date range. This helps narrow down results when searching for common names in Yuma County.

Search results show basic booking information. You will see the inmate's name, charges, bond amount, and booking date. The system updates regularly as new bookings come in and inmates are released. Keep in mind that jail populations change fast. Someone showing as in custody may have bonded out since the last update.

Note: This search shows Yuma County jail inmates only, not state prison inmates or people held by other agencies.

Yuma County Detention Center

The Yuma County Detention Center holds up to 756 inmates. It is the only county jail facility in Yuma County. All arrests in the county funnel through this single location. The jail is located at the main sheriff's office complex.

Contact information for the detention center:

• Main Office: 141 S. 3rd Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364
• Phone: (928) 783-4427
• Visitation Office: (928) 539-7841
• Email: SO.Visit@ycso.yumacountyaz.gov

The jail operates 24 hours a day for booking and release. Administrative services have regular business hours. Bond can be posted at any time if the inmate has a set bail amount. Cash and surety bonds are accepted. Some charges require a court hearing before bail is set.

Yuma County Jail Visitation

Yuma County made a big change in 2020. The jail switched from in person visits to video visits only. This applies to all inmates. There are no face to face visits at the detention center anymore. The policy shift led to a huge increase in total visits. In 2024 alone, there were 97,915 successful video visitations.

The visitation information page explains how the system works. You need to register with Combined Public Communications, the video visitation provider. Create an account at their website or call 1-702-829-3001 for help. Once set up, you can schedule visits from home.

Video visits have benefits for families. You do not need to travel to Yuma. Visits work from anywhere with internet access. Many people find it easier to stay connected with loved ones when visits do not require a trip to the jail. The 6,550% surge in visits after the policy change shows that more families are using the service than before.

Note: Schedule visits through inmatesales.com or contact the visitation office at 928-539-7841 for questions.

Request Yuma County Inmate Records

You can request copies of jail booking records, arrest reports, and other documents from the sheriff's office. Arizona public records law under A.R.S. 39-121 gives everyone the right to inspect and copy public records during office hours. Most jail records are public unless they contain protected information.

To request records, contact the Yuma County Sheriff's Office. Provide the person's full name and date of birth. Include the booking date or approximate arrest date if known. A booking number speeds things up if you have it. Be specific about what records you need. Vague requests take longer to process.

Fees apply for copies. Standard rates allow agencies to recover reproduction costs. Expect to pay per page for paper copies. Digital copies may have different fees. Contact the records division for current pricing in Yuma County. Victims of crimes may qualify for free copies under Arizona law.

Yuma County Criminal History Checks

Booking records show current or recent arrests only. For a full criminal history, you need different resources. The Arizona Department of Public Safety maintains the Central State Repository. This collects arrest and disposition data from all Arizona law enforcement agencies including Yuma County.

Under A.R.S. 41-1750, DPS operates the central records system for criminal history in Arizona. Individuals can request their own records through a Record Review Packet. Employers and other requesters face restrictions on what information they can obtain. DPS responds within 15 days to record review requests.

Court records provide another source of information. The Arizona Courts public access system lets you search case information online. This shows charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes for most Arizona courts including Yuma County courts.

Inmate Status Alerts for Yuma County

VINELink provides free custody alerts for Yuma County inmates. Register at vinelink.com or call 1-866-277-7477. The service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Once registered, you get alerts when an inmate's status changes. This includes releases, transfers, and escapes. Choose phone calls, text messages, or emails for your alerts. You can register for multiple inmates if needed. The service helps crime victims stay informed about offender custody without checking the jail roster constantly.

Arizona State Inmates from Yuma

People sentenced to state prison leave county jail custody. They will not appear in the Yuma County inmate search after transfer. For state prison inmates, use the ADCRR inmate data search. This covers all Arizona Department of Corrections facilities.

The state database shows current location, release date estimates, and other details. Per A.R.S. 31-221, prisoners can view their own records once per year. Sending inmate information to an inmate is considered contraband and can result in felony charges, so avoid mailing search results to people in custody.

Cities in Yuma County

Yuma County sits in the southwest corner of Arizona along the California and Mexico borders. The county seat is the City of Yuma. This is also the largest city in the county. Most arrests in Yuma County happen within city limits or nearby unincorporated areas.

Yuma has its own police department that handles law enforcement in the city. The Yuma Police Department processes arrests and maintains its own records division. After booking, inmates go to the county detention center. Yuma PD records are separate from sheriff's office records, though both are public information.

Other communities in Yuma County include San Luis, Somerton, and Wellton. These smaller towns rely on the sheriff's office or have limited police services. All inmates from anywhere in the county end up at the same detention center in Yuma.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Yuma County borders La Paz County to the north and Maricopa and Pima Counties to the east. California is to the west and Mexico to the south. Each Arizona county runs its own jail with separate inmate records.