Avondale Booking and Release Records

Avondale booking and release records involve two agencies. The Avondale Police Department handles arrests within city limits and maintains police reports. Jail booking records are kept by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office which runs the county detention system. When Avondale police arrest someone, that person is transported to a Maricopa County jail for processing. The city police have arrest details and incident information. The county sheriff has jail records showing formal charges, bond amounts, and custody status. You may need records from both agencies for complete information.

Avondale Police Records

Avondale Police Department handles requests for police reports and incident records from city arrests. Contact the department for their records process.

Visit the Avondale records portal for information about requesting documents. The page explains the process and fees. Include incident dates, locations, and names when making your request.

Avondale PD maintains arrest reports, incident documentation, and other records from city arrests. Staff can help you understand what records are available. Fees may apply for copies.

Note: Avondale police have arrest reports. Maricopa County has jail booking records.

Avondale Jail Booking Records

Jail booking records for Avondale arrests are at the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Avondale does not have its own jail.

Search current inmates at mcso.org/InmateInfo. Enter the person's name and date of birth. The search shows charges, bond amounts, and facility location. Only current inmates appear.

For copies of jail records, contact MCSO at 602-876-1078 or email PublicRecords@mcso.maricopa.gov. Cash and money orders only. The sheriff's headquarters is at 550 W. Jackson St. in Phoenix.

Arizona Public Records Law

Arizona law gives you access to booking records. Under ARS § 39-121, public records are open during office hours.

Both Avondale PD and Maricopa County must comply. You do not need to explain why you want records. Agencies charge fees for copies.

Avondale Area VINE Alerts

Arizona VINE covers Maricopa County jails where Avondale arrestees are held. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. This free service alerts crime victims when an offender's custody status changes.

Visit VINELink.com or call 1-800-247-9763 to sign up. Choose notification by phone, email, or text message. The service is free and confidential. You get alerts if the person is released, transferred, or escapes. Registration is confidential and the offender will not know you signed up. Crime victims in Avondale find this service useful for tracking offenders.

Maricopa County Jail Services for Avondale Arrests

The Maricopa County jail system offers various services for inmates and their families. Since Avondale uses county jail, these services apply to Avondale arrests. This includes visitation, money deposits, and communication options.

Visitation at Maricopa County jails follows specific rules and schedules. Each facility has its own visiting hours. You must be on an approved visitor list in most cases. Bring valid photo ID to every visit. Check the MCSO website or call ahead to confirm current hours and requirements. Rules about what you can wear and bring apply strictly.

To add money to an inmate's account, use the Maricopa County approved methods. Electronic deposits go through third party services. These charge processing fees on top of your deposit amount. You can also deposit cash at jail kiosks during certain hours. Inmates use these funds for commissary purchases including snacks, hygiene items, phone time, and other approved products.

Phone calls from jail are handled through a contracted provider. Inmates can make collect calls or use prepaid accounts. Set up an account through the provider to receive calls from someone in county custody. Rates and fees vary based on call type and duration.

Note: Jail rules change periodically. Always call ahead or check the MCSO website to confirm current policies before visiting or sending money to an inmate.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Avondale is in the southwest Phoenix metro area. All nearby cities use Maricopa County jail.

Nearby cities include Goodyear, Glendale, Phoenix, Buckeye, and Peoria. Each has its own police. All jail bookings go through the county.