Find Mesa Released Inmate Records

Released inmate records in Mesa come from two main sources. The Mesa Police Department keeps arrest data and booking reports through their Criminal Justice Information Division. The Maricopa County Sheriff handles jail custody and release records for the entire county. Mesa is the third largest city in Arizona with close to half a million residents. If you need to search for someone who was arrested or released from custody in Mesa, you can access police reports from the city or jail records from the county. Both agencies respond to public records requests. The CJID office takes calls Monday through Thursday and can help you get copies of reports and booking information.

Mesa Police CJID and Released Inmate Records

The Criminal Justice Information Division is the central hub for all Mesa police reports. CJID stores arrest records, incident reports, and booking data from Mesa police officers. When someone gets arrested in Mesa, the paperwork goes through this division. You can request copies of these records to learn about arrests, charges, and what led to someone being booked into jail.

The Mesa Police CJID page explains how to get records. The office is at 59 S. Hibbert in Mesa. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 5 PM. The phone number is 480-644-2310. Call ahead if you have questions about what records are available or how to submit a request for released inmate information in Mesa.

CJID handles more than just arrest reports. They also manage accident reports, which are available online from February 2009 to the present day. The Mesa Adult Arrest Search tool called MAARS lets you look up local arrest history. This is useful if you want to check for past arrests in Mesa before the person went to county jail.

Mesa Released Inmate Record Fees

Mesa Police charges fees for copies of records. The cost depends on what type of record you need and how much data is involved. Plan ahead and know the fees before you submit your request for Mesa released inmate records.

A basic police report costs $5.00 for the first 50 pages. If the report is longer, you pay $0.20 for each page after that. Most arrest reports fit within 50 pages, so $5 covers most requests. Photo CDs or DVDs cost $10.00 each. If you need photos from an arrest or booking, expect to pay this fee in Mesa.

Audio recordings from interviews or calls cost $10.00 per medium. Police video is more expensive at $46.00 per hour of footage. This covers body camera video, dash cam recordings, and other police video from Mesa. The MAARS adult arrest search runs $10.00 per search if you want a formal criminal history check through Mesa Police. These fees help cover the cost of staff time and storage for released inmate records.

Note: Fees must be paid before you receive copies of Mesa Police records.

Maricopa County Jail Records for Mesa

Mesa is part of Maricopa County. When Mesa Police arrest someone, that person typically goes to a Maricopa County jail facility for booking. The county sheriff runs the jail system. MCSO maintains custody records and release data that covers all of Maricopa County including Mesa.

The MCSO Inmate Info portal lets you search for inmates by name or booking number. This includes people who have been released. The search shows booking dates, charges, and release status. If you cannot find a Mesa arrest in the city police records, check the county jail database. The two systems work together but store different pieces of data on released inmates.

Maricopa County has five jail facilities that hold inmates from Mesa and other cities in the area. The main intake and release point is the ITR facility at 2670 S. 28th Drive in Phoenix. When someone gets released from custody after a Mesa arrest, they leave from this location. Family members often wait there to pick up released inmates. The process can take time even after bond has been paid and cleared.

For more details on county jail records and how to request them, see the Maricopa County released inmate records page.

How to Request Mesa Arrest Records

You have several options to get arrest and released inmate records from Mesa. The method you choose depends on what you need and how fast you need it. Online requests are often the quickest way to start the process.

Mesa Police uses a GovQA portal for public records requests. Visit the Mesa Police Records Portal to submit your request online. You will need to create an account if this is your first time using it. Fill out the form with details about what records you want. Be specific. Include names, dates, and case numbers if you have them. Vague requests take longer to process.

You can also request records in person. Go to the CJID office at 59 S. Hibbert in Mesa. Bring your ID and any information you have about the case or person. Staff can help you figure out what records exist and how to get them. The office is open Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 5 PM. Closed Friday through Sunday.

Phone requests work for simple questions. Call 480-644-2310 during office hours. Staff can tell you if a record exists, what it will cost, and how long it takes to get a copy of released inmate data from Mesa.

Arizona State Records for Mesa Released Inmates

Some Mesa residents end up in state prison after their arrest. If that happened, their release records come from ADCRR, not the city or county. The Arizona Department of Corrections runs a database that covers state prison inmates from 1985 to now.

The ADCRR Inmate Data Search lets you look up anyone who served time in Arizona state prison. You can search by name or ADC number. Filter results by status to find inactive inmates who have been released. The database shows mugshots, physical details, admission dates, and estimated release dates. It does not show date of birth to prevent identity theft.

Mesa arrest records that lead to county jail time stay in the city and county systems. Only cases where someone went to state prison after conviction show up in the ADCRR database. You may need to check both systems when researching a released inmate from Mesa.

Victim Notification for Mesa Released Inmates

If you are a crime victim, you can sign up for automatic alerts when an inmate is released. Arizona runs the VINE system statewide. It covers Maricopa County jails where Mesa inmates are held. The service is free and available 24 hours a day.

The Arizona VINE system sends calls, texts, or emails when custody status changes. Go to VINELink.com and search for the inmate you want to track. Register your contact info. When that person gets released from custody, the system notifies you right away. Live operators can help in over 190 languages if you need assistance.

Arizona law gives crime victims the right to notification before an offender is released. Under A.R.S. Section 31-221, the state must protect certain victim information while still providing notice of releases. If you were a victim of a crime in Mesa, consider registering with VINE so you know when the person who harmed you is back on the streets.

Arizona Public Records Law for Mesa

Arizona law gives you the right to inspect public records. This includes arrest reports, booking data, and released inmate information held by Mesa Police or Maricopa County. The law is clear that records must be open during office hours.

Under A.R.S. Section 39-121, public records in the custody of any officer shall be open to inspection by any person at all times during office hours. This means you can ask to see Mesa arrest records. The agency cannot deny access without a valid reason under the law. Some records have exemptions for ongoing investigations or victim privacy.

If an agency fails to respond promptly to your request, the law under A.R.S. Section 39-121.01 says access is deemed denied. You can then take legal action to enforce your right to the records. Most requests for Mesa released inmate records get processed without problems, but know your rights if you hit a roadblock.

Note: Commercial use requests require you to state the commercial purpose under A.R.S. Section 39-121.03.

Released Inmate Records in Nearby Cities

Mesa borders several other large cities in the Phoenix metro area. Each has its own police department with separate arrest records. If you cannot find the person in Mesa records, try one of these nearby city resources.

Phoenix is west of Mesa and shares the same county jail system. Tempe is just south and west. Gilbert is directly south of Mesa. Scottsdale sits to the northwest. Chandler is to the southwest. All of these cities book arrestees into Maricopa County jails. The county inmate search covers everyone, but city police records stay with each department.

Here are links to nearby city pages for released inmate and arrest records:

• Phoenix - Phoenix Police Records at 602-534-1127
• Tempe - Tempe Police Records at 480-350-8588
• Gilbert - Gilbert Police Records at 480-635-7020
• Scottsdale - Scottsdale Police Records at 480-312-1999
• Chandler - Chandler Police Records at 480-782-4001

Contact Mesa Police Records Division

The CJID office handles all public records requests for Mesa Police. Use this information to reach them about released inmate records, arrest reports, and other police data.

The office address is 59 S. Hibbert, Mesa, AZ 85210. Phone number is 480-644-2310. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office is closed on Fridays and weekends. If you call outside these hours, leave a message and staff will return your call during the next business day.

For Maricopa County jail records, call the SIMS line at 602-876-0322. This number works around the clock for jail information. You can ask if someone is in custody, when they might be released, or confirm that a release has already happened. The county handles jail custody while Mesa Police handles arrest records. Know which agency to call based on what information you need about released inmates.