Peoria Criminal Court Records

Peoria criminal court records are split between two courts. Felony cases go to Maricopa County Superior Court. Misdemeanor charges stay at Peoria Municipal Court. Traffic violations are also handled locally. Peoria Municipal Court accepts records requests via email, fax, and mail. The court does NOT accept telephone requests. This is court policy. You can search for criminal case information through online portals. Visit courthouses in person during regular business hours. Staff can help you with file inspection and copying services.

Felony Criminal Records

All felony cases from Peoria are handled by Maricopa County Superior Court. The main courthouse is at 601 West Jackson Street in Phoenix. Regional offices serve Surprise and other areas. The Surprise office is closer to Peoria for in-person visits. Call 602-372-5375 for general clerk information. Email PublicRecords@jbazmc.maricopa.gov with record requests. Search felony cases online through the Superior Court Docket for free. Enter party names or case numbers. The system shows docket entries, case status, and hearing dates. Most Peoria felony cases appear online within a day of being filed at the courthouse. The online docket updates daily to reflect new court filings and actions.

For document copies, use eAccess at ten dollars per document. Submit requests to the Clerk's office if you prefer traditional methods. Copies cost 50 cents per page for standard photocopies. Certified copies are 35 dollars per document plus page fees. Personal checks are NOT accepted for any county payments. Payment must be by money order, debit card, credit card, or cash in person at the clerk window.

Peoria Municipal Court Records

Peoria Municipal Court is at 10100 North 83rd Avenue. Call 623-773-7400 for general information about court hours and procedures. Email peoriacourt@peoriaaz.gov for records. The court website is peoriaaz.gov/government/departments/city-court. This court handles misdemeanor criminal charges. Traffic violations get processed here. Court hours are Monday through Friday from eight in the morning until five in the evening. The public counter serves walk-in visitors during business hours.

The court processes criminal cases. DUI charges come through here. Domestic violence misdemeanors are heard by this court. Assault and battery cases get filed locally. Shoplifting and theft under one thousand dollars stay at municipal court. Drug possession is a common charge. Disorderly conduct and trespassing are also processed. Traffic cases include speeding violations and driving without insurance. Suspended license charges come through this court. Other moving violations are heard here. The court also hears city ordinance violations that range from noise complaints to zoning issues.

Case files are maintained in both electronic and paper formats. The format depends on the age of the case. Recent cases are available electronically. These can be accessed quickly by court staff. Older cases may be stored in physical archives. These require more time to retrieve from storage facilities. The court maintains comprehensive records of all cases filed since its establishment. This includes cases dating back decades that are preserved for historical and legal purposes.

Records requests can be submitted via email, fax, or mail. NO telephone requests are accepted. This is court policy. The policy is strictly enforced. All requests must be in writing. Email requests to peoriacourt@peoriaaz.gov for fastest response. Fax requests to the court fax number if you prefer that method. Mail requests to the court address at 10100 North 83rd Avenue, Peoria AZ 85345 if you want to send a formal letter. Include all case information. Add defendant names, dates, and case numbers if you have them. Provide your contact details for response. Staff will respond with fee information. They will also tell you about availability of the records you requested.

Processing time varies based on case age. Court workload also affects turnaround time. Recent cases may be available within a few business days of your request. Older archived cases can take longer to locate and copy. Payment methods include cash, checks, and credit or debit cards. The payment method depends on submission method. In-person payments can be made at the courthouse clerk window. Mail requests should wait for fee confirmation before submitting payment so you pay the right amount. Always verify current fees before submitting payment. Schedules change periodically based on city council decisions.

Getting Court Records

For felony records from Peoria, go through Maricopa County Superior Court. Use the free online docket search to look up basic case information first. Visit the Surprise regional office for closer access. The address is 14264 West Tierra Buena Lane. Email PublicRecords@jbazmc.maricopa.gov with your specific document requests and case details. Processing takes several days. The time depends on the volume and complexity of your request and how busy the clerk office is when you submit it.

For misdemeanor records from Peoria, contact Peoria Municipal Court at 10100 North 83rd Avenue. Email peoriacourt@peoriaaz.gov with your request. Submit written requests by mail or fax if you prefer. Do NOT call for record requests. Telephone requests are not accepted by this court. Visit in person during court hours from eight AM to five PM. You can get immediate assistance at the clerk counter. Bring photo ID when visiting the courthouse for security purposes.

Legal resources are available for those facing criminal charges in Peoria. Community Legal Services provides free assistance. You must qualify based on income. The State Bar of Arizona offers a lawyer referral program. This helps you find an attorney in your area. The court has self-help resources. Forms are available on its website and at the courthouse. You can represent yourself if you choose. This is called self-representation or appearing pro se in legal terms.

Nearby Cities

Other cities in Maricopa County have separate Municipal Courts.