Santa Cruz County Criminal Records

Santa Cruz County Clerk of the Superior Court serves as the gatekeeper of the court and provides the public with the highest quality, efficient, and effective service for accessing criminal court records. You can search for criminal case information online through eAccess for document downloads and Public Access for free case lookups, submit public records requests by mail or email, or visit the courthouse in person in Nogales during regular business hours to inspect records and request copies.

Clerk of Superior Court Office

The Clerk's office is at 2160 North Congress Drive in Nogales AZ 85621. Mail requests to PO Box 1265 Nogales AZ 85628. Call 520-375-7700 for the Clerk or 520-375-7730 for Superior Court. Fax is 520-375-8067. Email public records requests to publicrecords@santacruzcountyaz.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday during standard business hours in Santa Cruz County. The office closes for lunch from noon to one on most days so plan your visit accordingly. Staff takes breaks but the office remains open with at least one person at the counter during business hours to help visitors.

Disability parking is available to the east of the courthouse building. The courthouse is accessible for visitors with disabilities. Staff can help you locate case files and explain record access procedures during your visit in Santa Cruz County. Ramps and elevators provide access to all floors. Restrooms are accessible on each floor of the courthouse building.

Online Court Record Portals

The eAccess portal provides online access to court documents for a fee. Registration is required before ordering documents. Search for your case and download specific documents as PDF files. This portal works for both criminal and civil court records in Santa Cruz County. You pay per document downloaded with prices based on page count. Most documents cost between two and ten dollars depending on length. Payment is by credit card through the secure portal. Documents download immediately after payment in most cases.

Free case searches are available through Public Access to Court Case Information. Search by party name or case number to view basic case information. The portal shows docket entries, case status, and hearing schedules but does not include actual document images. For documents, use eAccess or contact the Clerk's office in Santa Cruz County. The free portal updates daily with new filings and docket entries. You can see when hearings are scheduled and what motions have been filed. Some case details may be restricted from public view per court order or statute in criminal cases involving certain charges or victims.

TurboCourt forms are available for family law cases at a cost of 15 dollars. This online system helps you prepare court forms electronically. Contact the Clerk's office for information about which case types can use TurboCourt in Santa Cruz County.

Requesting Court Records

In-person requests can be made at 2160 North Congress Drive during office hours. Park in the disability parking to the east of the courthouse if needed. Fill out a records request form at the counter. Staff will help you locate files and process your request. Payment can be made at the counter when you pick up copies in Santa Cruz County. Bring photo ID when you visit. Cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards are accepted for payment. Most requests process within a few hours if files are readily available at the courthouse. Complex requests with multiple case files may take longer to fulfill.

Mail requests should be sent using the Public Records Request Form to 2150 North Congress Drive Room 119 Nogales AZ 85621. Include all case information and contact details. Enclose payment or wait for fee confirmation before paying. Processing time varies based on request complexity in Santa Cruz County. Staff will mail copies once payment is received or they may contact you first to confirm fees before processing your request. Include a phone number and email if possible so staff can reach you quickly with questions.

Phone inquiries can be made to Superior Court at 520-375-7730 or the Clerk at 520-375-7700. Staff can answer questions about fees and record availability. Formal record requests require written submission by mail, email, or in-person visit in Santa Cruz County. Email requests should be sent to publicrecords@santacruzcountyaz.gov. Include the same information required for mail requests. Staff will respond with fee estimates and payment instructions. Email is often the fastest way to get fee confirmation in Santa Cruz County.

Fee Information

Contact the specific department for current fee schedules. Fees vary by service type and change periodically. TurboCourt forms cost 15 dollars for family law cases. Other fees apply to copies, certifications, and research services. Always verify exact fees with staff before submitting payment in Santa Cruz County. Copy fees typically match standard Arizona Superior Court rates which are 50 cents per page for regular copies. Certified copies cost more with a flat certification fee plus per-page charges.

Justice Courts

Santa Cruz County has one main Justice Court precinct. Precinct 1 handles traffic at 520-375-7760, criminal at 520-375-7761, and civil at 520-375-7762. Justice Courts handle misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and small claims. Superior Court handles felony cases, not Justice Courts, in Santa Cruz County. Each department has its own staff and phone line for faster service. Call the specific department that handles your case type for the quickest response.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Cases filed in neighboring counties require separate requests to those county clerks.