Glendale Released Inmate Records

Released inmate and arrest records in Glendale come from the Glendale Police Department and the Maricopa County jail system. The city is part of the Phoenix metro area and sits in Maricopa County. When Glendale police make an arrest, the person usually goes to an MCSO jail for processing. This means you may need to check both Glendale police records and county jail records to get the full picture. The Glendale Police Records Unit can help you find local arrest data and clearance letters. For jail booking and release info, the county sheriff handles that. Knowing where to look saves time when you search for released inmates in Glendale.

Glendale Police Records for Released Inmates

The Glendale Police Department keeps arrest records for anyone booked by city officers. These records are separate from the county jail system. If someone was arrested in Glendale, the police have a file on that case. You can request copies of these records through the Public Records Unit at the Glendale Police Department.

The Glendale Police Records office is at 6835 N. 57th Drive in Glendale, Arizona 85301. Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The phone number is 623-930-3000. You can also email your questions to Records@glendaleaz.com. Staff can tell you what records exist and how to get copies for released inmates who were arrested in Glendale.

You can visit the Glendale Police Public Records Request page to learn about the process. The page explains how to submit requests and what fees apply. You will need to download and fill out a form to start your request for released inmate records in Glendale.

The Glendale Police Department follows Arizona public records law under A.R.S. Section 39-121. This means records are open for inspection during office hours. You have the right to ask for copies of arrest reports and related documents.

Glendale Letter of Clearance for Released Inmates

A letter of clearance shows your arrest history or lack of one. Many employers ask for this document. The Glendale Police Department issues clearance letters for people who want to show their record in the city. This only covers arrests made by Glendale police. It does not cover arrests in other cities or counties.

The fee for a letter of clearance in Glendale is $5.00. You pay this when you submit your request. The letter shows whether you have any arrests on file with Glendale Police. If you do have arrests, the letter notes them. If you have no record in Glendale, the letter states that. Either way, you get a document you can give to an employer or landlord.

To get a Glendale clearance letter, contact the Records Unit at 623-930-3000 or visit the office at 6835 N. 57th Drive. You can also email Records@glendaleaz.com to ask about the process. Bring valid ID when you go in person. The staff will pull your file and prepare the letter. Processing time varies based on workload at the Glendale police records office.

Note: A clearance letter from Glendale only shows local arrests and does not include state prison or county jail records.

Maricopa County Jail Records for Glendale Inmates

Glendale does not run its own jail. When police arrest someone in Glendale, that person is booked at a Maricopa County Sheriff's Office facility. MCSO handles all jail records for the county. This includes booking data, custody status, and release dates. If you need jail information on a released inmate from Glendale, you must contact the county.

The MCSO Inmate Info portal lets you search for current and recently released inmates online. Enter a name or booking number to find someone. The search is free. It shows basic details about the booking and current status. Unlike some Arizona counties that took their searches offline, Maricopa County still offers this tool to the public for released inmate lookups.

For more detail on Maricopa County jail records and how to request them, see our Maricopa County released inmate page. That page covers the five jail facilities, the SIMS phone line at 602-876-0322, and the public records request process. Glendale residents can use all of these county resources.

The MCSO records office is at 550 W. Jackson St. in Phoenix. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 3 PM. You can submit requests in person or by mail. Be specific about what records you want. MCSO cannot process general requests for "all records" on a topic.

Find Released Inmate Records in Glendale

Start your search with the type of record you need. For arrest details, go to Glendale Police. For jail booking and release data, go to Maricopa County Sheriff. For state prison records, check the ADCRR database. Each source holds different pieces of the puzzle.

Here is where to look for Glendale released inmate records:

• Glendale Police Records at 623-930-3000 for local arrest reports
• MCSO Inmate Search online for jail booking and release data
• MCSO SIMS line at 602-876-0322 for jail status questions
• ADCRR Inmate Data Search for state prison releases
• Arizona Courts Case Lookup for criminal case details

The ADCRR Inmate Data Search covers Arizona state prisons from 1985 to today. If the person you seek served time in state prison rather than county jail, this is where you look. Search by name or ADC number. Filter by status to find released inmates. The database shows mugshots, admission dates, and estimated release dates for Glendale area residents who went to state prison.

Court records add context that arrest and jail records miss. The Arizona Courts Case Lookup shows charges, pleas, verdicts, and sentences. This tells you what happened in the criminal case. For Glendale cases, check Maricopa County Superior Court records.

Glendale Police Records Fees and Contact

The Glendale Police Department charges fees for record copies. These fees help cover the cost of staff time and materials. You pay when you pick up your records or when you submit a mail request. Cash, checks, and some other payment methods may be accepted at the Glendale records office.

The letter of clearance costs $5.00 in Glendale. Other record fees depend on the type and length of the document you request. The police department can give you a quote when you call or email. For large requests, expect higher fees based on page count and staff time. Arizona law allows agencies to charge for copies and processing.

Contact the Glendale Police Records Unit for questions about released inmates or to start a public records request. The address is 6835 N. 57th Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301. Phone is 623-930-3000. Email is Records@glendaleaz.com. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The office is closed on weekends and city holidays.

Released Inmate Notification for Glendale Victims

Crime victims in Glendale can sign up for alerts when an inmate is released. Arizona VINE is the statewide system that sends these notifications. It covers county jails and state prisons. You can get calls, texts, or emails when custody status changes for someone in Glendale or elsewhere in Arizona.

The Arizona VINE system is free to use. Go to VINELink.com to search for an inmate and register for alerts. A toll-free phone line runs 24 hours a day. Live operators can help in over 190 languages. This service helps Glendale residents stay informed about released inmates who may concern them.

MCSO also has a Victims Assistance Notification Unit for crime victims in Maricopa County. Call 602-876-8276 to learn about your notification options. This unit can explain your rights under Arizona law and connect you with local resources. If you were a victim of a crime in Glendale, both the city police and county sheriff can point you to help.

Glendale Released Inmate Records and Arizona Law

Arizona public records law gives you the right to inspect government records. This includes arrest records held by Glendale Police and jail records held by MCSO. A.R.S. Section 39-121 states that public records shall be open to inspection by any person during office hours.

A.R.S. Section 39-121.01 adds that any person may request copies of public records. If a custodian fails to respond promptly, access is deemed denied. This gives you a legal basis to push back if an agency ignores your request. Both Glendale Police and MCSO must follow these rules when you ask for released inmate records.

Some records have limits. Under A.R.S. Section 31-221, inmate records that reveal confidential informants, endanger someone's safety, or harm an ongoing investigation may be withheld. This applies more to state prison records than local police files. Still, know that not every document is public. Agencies can redact or deny access to certain details about released inmates in Glendale.

Released Inmate Records in Nearby Cities

Glendale sits in the west valley of the Phoenix metro area. Several other cities are close by. If you cannot find the released inmate you seek in Glendale records, try these neighboring cities. Each has its own police department with its own arrest files.

Phoenix is the largest city in Arizona and shares a border with Glendale. Phoenix Police keeps extensive arrest records at their Public Record and Services Unit. The phone number is 602-534-1127. Peoria is north of Glendale and has its own police records at 623-773-7098. Surprise is further west and can be reached at 623-222-4000.

Here are nearby cities with released inmate and arrest record resources:

• Phoenix - Phoenix Police Records at 602-534-1127
• Peoria - Peoria Police Records at 623-773-7098
• Surprise - Surprise Police at 623-222-4000
• Avondale - Avondale Police Records at 623-333-7002
• Goodyear - Goodyear Police at 623-882-7670

All of these cities are in Maricopa County. That means MCSO handles jail records for all of them. The county inmate search and SIMS line cover Glendale and every other city in the county. For jail data, you only need one source regardless of which city made the arrest.