Yavapai County Court Records Lookup

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Yavapai County, Arizona

Yavapai County was created in 1864 and named after the Yavapai People. With a population of almost a quarter of a million, Yavapai is the fourth-most populous county in Arizona, and its land area of 8,123 square miles makes it the seventh-largest county in the state. Its county seat is Prescott, while Prescott Valley is its largest city. The Yavapai County court system comprises superior, justice, and municipal courts. These courts are integral to maintaining law and order in the county as they manage various legal affairs, including family, probate, and criminal and civil proceedings.

The Yavapai County Superior Court in Prescott and Camp Verde is the highest in the county, and it handles cases beyond the jurisdiction of other courts. It hears felonies, some misdemeanors, and civil cases with claims exceeding $10,000. It also hears probate matters, divorces, annulments, real property disputes, and legal separation cases. It also has a Juvenile Court that deals with juvenile matters; including delinquency, truancy, and dependency. Justice Courts in Yavapai County hear civil cases with claims under $10,000, misdemeanors, landlord-tenant disputes, domestic violence, and preliminary felony hearings. There are Justice Courts in Bagdad, Mayer, Prescott, Verde Valley, Yarnell, and Seligman. Municipal Courts in Yavapai County handle traffic offenses, search warrants, protective orders, and municipal ordinance violations. The following cities/towns have Municipal Courts serving their municipal jurisdiction: Chino Valley, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Prescott, Dewey-Humbolt, Prescott Valley, and Sedona.

The Yavapai County crime rate is about 1,611 crimes per 100,000 residents. The Yavapai County Superior Court handles an average of 7,000 cases, the Justice courts handle around 36,000 cases, and the Juvenile Court hears about 1,000 cases annually. Clerks of respective courts are responsible for public court records in the county. Members of the public can visit any of the county's courts to view or request nonconfidential court records. They can also view Yavapai County public court records from the Yavapai County Portal. The following court records in Yavapai County are sealed to protect sensitive information and preserve privacy and can only be unsealed by court orders:

  • Adoption records
  • Most juvenile records
  • Identifying information about jurors
  • Grand jury proceedings and records
  • Medical and mental health records
  • Personally identifiable information such as license plate number, social security number, and driver's license number

In summary, Yavapai County's court system protects the rights of its residents and ensures justice for all. The different courts in the county and their jurisdictions ensure that all the legal needs of the county's residents are catered for. Anyone in Yavapai County can approach the courts for justice, regardless of status, race, gender, or beliefs. The transparent management of court records in Yavapai County increases the public's confidence in the judicial system. Yavapai County is dedicated to upholding its legal excellence and to remain a model of efficient court administration in Arizona.

Yavapai County, AZ - Courthouses

Prescott Valley Municipal Court

Court Type: Municipal Court
Street Address: 7501 E Skoog Blvd, 1st Floor
Website URL: https://www.pvaz.net/167/Magistrate-Court
Phone: 928-772-8277
Fax: 928-772-0649
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Judge: Hon. Keith Carson
Judge Fax / Email: kcarson@pvaz.net
Parking: There are a sufficient amount of parking spaces in front of Prescott Valley Municipal Court
Restrictions: Anyone who wishes to use a camera or take photos in Magistrate Court must have the permission of the Court in advance. Permission is granted on a case-by-case basis.
Divisions / Services: Defensive Driving Diversion Program
Languages: Documents are supplied in multiple languages. Onsite Spanish translators.
Email: prescottvalleymagistrate@courts.az.gov
About / Additional Info: The Magistrate Court, also known as the Municipal Court, hears the following types of cases:Misdemeanor criminal conduct that occurs within the Prescott Valley Town limits, such as assault, trespass, disturbing the peace, domestic violence, and Town Code violationsCriminal and civil traffic offensesLimited juvenile mattersPetitions for Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment

Camp Verde Municipal Court

Court Type: Municipal Court
Street Address: 435 S Main Street Suite 206-A
Website URL: https://www.campverde.az.gov/departments/municipal-court
Phone: (928) 567-6635
Fax: (928) 567-9049
Hours: Monday - Thusday : 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Judge: Paul A. Schlegel
Parking: Recommended parking is at 473 S. Main St., Camp Verde 86322. Parking is free.
Restrictions: Visitors are required to show photo ID to enter
Forms & Filing: Forms
Jury Service: Jury Duty
Languages: Documents are supplied in multiple languages. Onsite Spanish translators
Email: campverdemuni@courts.az.gov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Camp-Verde-Municipal-Court/170188813024861
Special Access: Sound amplifiers are provided to those who have hearing difficulties

Seligman Justice Court

Court Type: Justice Court
Street Address: 54150 Floyd Street
Website URL: http://courts.yavapai.us/seligmanjc/
Phone: 928-422-3281
Fax: 928-442-5982
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Judge: Hon. Dominick Sarno
Parking: Park in the lot provided to the Court. Parking is free.
Languages: Documents are provided in Spanish. Spanish interpreters are available.
Email: seligmanjusticecourt2@courts.az.gov
Special Access: Sound amplifier for those with hearing difficulties
About / Additional Info: The Seligman Justice Court Precinct includes all of Seligman and Ash Fork.

Yavapai County, AZ - Sheriff's Office

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office

Location Type: Sheriff's Office
Street Address: 255 E. Gurley Street
Phone: (928) 771-3260
Website URL: https://www.ycsoaz.gov/
Jail/Corrections: https://www.ycsoaz.gov/inmate-search-and-jail-information
Inmates: https://apps.yavapaiaz.gov/inmatesearch/
Sex Offenders: https://sheriffalerts.com/cap_main.php?office=54056
Forms & Documents: https://www.ycsoaz.gov/forms
Sheriff: David Rhodes
Sheriff Phone: (928) 771-3260
Sheriff Email: web.sheriff@yavapaiaz.gov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YavapaiCountySheriff
Twitter: https://twitter.com/YavapaiSheriff
About/Additional Info: Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is committed to the prevention of crime; the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace, order and safety; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; and the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees.

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