Chandler Arrest Records

Chandler arrest records are kept by the Chandler Police Department and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. With a population over 275,000, Chandler is one of the largest cities in the Phoenix metro area. The police department maintains incident reports and arrest documentation, while booking records go to the county jail system. You can request police reports from Chandler PD or check the Maricopa County inmate database for current custody information.

Where Chandler Arrest Records Are Kept

Chandler arrest records are split between city and county agencies. The Chandler Police Department creates police reports when officers make arrests. These reports contain details about the incident, people involved, and charges filed. Police reports stay with the Chandler PD records section.

Booking happens at Maricopa County jail facilities. When Chandler police arrest someone, that person is transported to county jail for processing. The sheriff's office creates booking records with mugshots, fingerprints, and custody information. For a complete picture of any Chandler arrest, you may need records from both agencies.

The county provides free online inmate search. Check current custody status through the Maricopa County Sheriff website without paying any fees.

Chandler Police Department Records

The Chandler Police Department is at 250 E. Chicago St. in Chandler. The records phone line at 480-782-4001 operates 24 hours a day. You can call anytime to ask questions about records or check on a pending request.

Email records requests to Records.Request@chandleraz.gov. Include the date of the incident, location, and names of people involved. Case numbers help staff find records faster if you have them. Staff respond to requests in the order they are received.

Walk-in requests can be made at police headquarters during regular business hours. Bring identification and any information you have about the arrest. Staff will help you complete the request form and search for available records in Chandler.

How to Search Chandler Arrest Records Online

Start with the Maricopa County Sheriff inmate search. This free tool shows everyone currently in county custody, including people arrested by Chandler police. Search by name to find booking information and current charges.

For police reports, email Records.Request@chandleraz.gov with your request details. You can also check the Arizona Courts public access system for case records. Court filings often include arrest information and case outcomes that may supplement police records.

Some incident types allow online reporting through the Chandler Police website. Check their site for options on filing reports or accessing certain record types electronically.

Chandler Arrest Record Fees

Chandler Police charges $5 for the first 50 pages of a report. This covers most standard arrest reports. Larger files with many pages or additional materials may cost more. Contact the records section at 480-782-4001 for a quote on complex requests before you submit them.

The Maricopa County inmate search is free. You only pay when requesting copies of actual documents. Payment can typically be made by cash, check, or money order at the police department. Ask about accepted payment methods when you submit your request in Chandler.

How to Request Records in Chandler

Email is the most common method for Chandler Police records requests. Send your request to Records.Request@chandleraz.gov with complete details about the incident you are researching. The more information you provide, the faster staff can locate the right records.

Phone the 24-hour line at 480-782-4001 for immediate questions. Staff can tell you if records exist and what the process looks like for your specific request.

Visit 250 E. Chicago St. in person for face-to-face help. Bring your ID and any paperwork related to the arrest. This works well when you have questions that are easier to explain in person or when you want to pay fees and pick up records at the same time.

Written requests by mail are also accepted. Send requests to the Chandler Police Department Records Section at the Chicago Street address. Include a phone number or email where staff can reach you with questions.

Arizona Arrest Records Laws

Chandler operates under Arizona public records law. A.R.S. § 39-121 gives the public access to government records including arrest reports. You do not need to explain why you want records. The law requires agencies to respond within a reasonable time frame.

Some records are restricted from public access. Juvenile records are not released to the public. Records sealed under A.R.S. § 13-911 cannot be provided. Active investigations may have protected information until cases close. For statewide criminal history, contact the Arizona DPS Central State Repository.

Other Arizona Cities

Chandler is in the southeast valley of the Phoenix metro. Each neighboring city has its own police department, but all use Maricopa County jail facilities for booking.