Maricopa County, Arizona Public Records Directory

Finding public records in Maricopa County involves navigating several specialized county and court databases, each responsible for different information. Residents use these systems to confirm custody status, review court activity, understand property details, and track tax responsibilities, supporting transparency, due diligence, and local public safety.

Online tools often provide the fastest way to look up basic record details using a booking number, case number, parcel ID, or tax account reference. For certified copies, historical files, or questions about what you find online, users typically need to follow up directly with the appropriate Maricopa County office listed below. This independent directory is not a government agency and does not provide legal advice; it simply helps you locate the official portals that manage these records.

Inmate Search

Having a booking or subject number makes locating someone in Maricopa County custody much faster, but you can also search by full name and date of birth. Use the inmate search tools to check custody status, review basic booking details, and confirm which jail facility currently holds a person.

View Maricopa County Inmate Search Guide

Court Records

Case numbers are the most efficient way to look up court records in Maricopa County, but many users can also search by party name or filing date. Court record tools help you review dockets, scheduled hearings, and minute entries so you can monitor case progress and confirm official outcomes.

View Maricopa County Court Records Guide

Property Search

Begin with a parcel ID or assessor's parcel number when searching Maricopa County property records. The assessor's resources let you review ownership information, property characteristics, and assessed values, while supporting research on deeds and land titles so buyers, sellers, and professionals can verify details before signing contracts or closing transactions.

View Maricopa County Property Search Guide

Property Tax

Start with your property tax bill, receipt, or account number when reviewing Maricopa County tax obligations. Using these identifiers, you can check current balances, payment history, and installment due dates, then compare them with assessed values so you understand how local levies, districts, and exemptions affect what you owe.

View Maricopa County Property Tax Guide
Service Details Official Resources
Inmate Search
  • Use the booking or subject number first, if available, for the most direct inmate search match in Maricopa County facilities.
  • If you do not know the booking number, search by full last name, first name, and date of birth to narrow results.
  • Review custody status, booking details, and facility location, understanding that online listings may not reflect real-time changes.
  • Common tip: confirm spellings and dates before assuming a person is not in custody, then contact the jail information line if results still seem unclear.

Maricopa County Sheriff's Office: 550 West Jackson, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States (View on Google Maps)
Phone: (602) 876-1000

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Official Inmate Search Portal

Court Records
  • Enter the complete case number to retrieve docket information, minute entries, and scheduled hearings for Superior Court matters.
  • When a case number is unavailable, search by party name and an approximate filing or hearing date to refine results.
  • Use online records for general reference; obtain certified copies and file-stamped documents directly from the Clerk of the Superior Court.
  • Common tip: keep your case number exactly as it appears on court paperwork to avoid confusing similar or related cases.

Clerk of the Superior Court: 601 W. Jackson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (View on Google Maps)
Phone: (602)37-CLERK

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Official Court Case Search Portal

Property Search
  • Start with the parcel number or assessor's parcel number to locate the correct Maricopa County property record.
  • Use county property search and parcel mapping tools to review ownership, site characteristics, and assessed valuation for each parcel.
  • Compare map information and assessed data with recorded deeds and title reports when researching boundaries or land history.
  • Common tip: if you cannot find a parcel, double-check the parcel number format and consider searching by owner name or situs address.

Maricopa County Assessor's Office: 301 W Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (View on Google Maps)
Phone: 602-506-3406

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Official Property Search Portal

Property Tax
  • Enter the parcel or account number from your property tax bill to view current charges and breakdowns by taxing authority.
  • Review installment due dates, prior-year balances, and any delinquent amounts before making a payment decision.
  • Use the online payment system to submit e-check, card, or digital wallet payments while noting any service fees that may apply.
  • Common tip: keep confirmations that show your parcel number, receipt, and payment date in case you need to resolve future billing questions.

Maricopa County Treasurer's Office: 301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85003 (View on Google Maps)
Phone: (602) 506-8511

Read Our Property Tax Guide

Official Property Tax Portal