Arizona Criminal Records Search: Real-Time Statewide Background Check
Our Arizona criminal records search checks felony and misdemeanor court cases across the state. Usually, results arrive within 24 hours.
Each report lists every charge, the Arizona statute, and its final disposition. As a result, employers and landlords can decide with confidence.
- Court data from 184 Arizona courts
- FCRA-compliant, with charge-level dispositions
- No setup or monthly fees for card customers
What an Arizona Statewide Criminal Background Check Includes
An Arizona statewide criminal background check shows criminal cases filed in Arizona courts. That includes felony and misdemeanor cases from superior, justice, and municipal courts.
In addition, each record lists every charge with its Arizona Revised Statutes code and class. It also shows the disposition charge, the disposition date, case events, and court documents.
Because of that detail, you can see exactly how each count ended. For example, a report separates dismissed counts from counts that led to a guilty plea.
Where Arizona Criminal Records Come From
Arizona keeps criminal records in two main places. First, the Department of Public Safety runs the Central State Repository under A.R.S. § 41-1750.
However, DPS does not run criminal history checks for private employers or employment purposes. Instead, it limits fingerprint checks to qualifying agencies and clearance card programs.
Second, the Arizona Supreme Court’s Administrative Office of the Courts shares court case data. Its Public Access to Court Information service covers 177 of 184 Arizona courts. Therefore, court records give employers the most practical statewide view.
Arizona Criminal Record Sources Compared
| Source | What it provides | Access and cost | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
| DPS Central State Repository | Arrests and dispositions reported statewide | Not available to private employers | Criminal justice and authorized agencies |
| DPS fingerprint clearance card | State and FBI fingerprint check for listed jobs | Applicant applies through DPS | Schools, child care, and health care jobs |
| Public Access case lookup | Case index from 177 of 184 courts | Free, one name at a time, updated weekly | Looking up a known case |
| BCS Arizona criminal records search | Statewide felony and misdemeanor court cases | $20 plus $7 state fee, updated daily, all 184 courts covered | FCRA-compliant hiring and tenant screening |
How Our Arizona Criminal Records Search Works
The process takes four simple steps. In most cases, you receive results the same or next business day.
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Collect consent
Get the applicant’s FCRA disclosure and authorization. Our mobile e-signature platform helps.
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Place one order
Enter the applicant’s full name and date of birth in your secure account.
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Real-time search
We search Arizona statewide court data and match records by name and date of birth.
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Review the report
Results show every count and disposition, usually within 24 hours.
What Each Arizona Criminal Record Shows
Fortunately, Arizona court records carry rich detail. Consequently, your report gives you what you need for a fair, informed decision.
Court and docket number
The court, docket number, filing date, and case type.
Defendant identifiers
The defendant’s name, date of birth, sex, and race code.
Charges and statutes
Each count with its A.R.S. code, offense date, felony or misdemeanor type, and class.
Dispositions
The disposition charge, outcome, and date, such as a plea to a reduced charge.
Case events
Hearings, from initial appearance through sentencing and trial settings.
Case documents
Filings such as indictments, plea agreements, probation terms, and discharge orders.
Sample Arizona Criminal Records Search Report
This sample shows how an Arizona case appears on your report. Every name, identifier, case number, and date below is fictitious.
AOC – Arizona-Maricopa Superior · CR2023-104826-001
Pled Guilty · 2 Counts
- 03/15/2023Initial Appearance
- 03/21/2023Status Conference
- 03/25/2023Preliminary Hearing
- 03/29/2023Original Arraignment Hearing
- 05/16/2023Initial Pretrial Conference
- 05/24/2023Initial Appearance
- 06/03/2023Status Conference – Post Warrant
- 06/17/2023Comprehensive Pretrial Conference
- 07/09/2023Comprehensive Pretrial Conference
- 07/18/2023Comprehensive Pretrial Conference
- 08/21/2023Sentencing
- 09/10/2023Pre-Trial Conference
- 09/17/2023Trial
| Date | Code | Document | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2023 | CID | Court Information Sheet | — |
| 03/19/2023 | DCO | Direct Complaint | — |
| 03/19/2023 | IAD | Initial Appearance Document | IA Packet |
| 03/19/2023 | ROC | Release Order/Order Regarding Counsel | IA Release Order |
| 03/22/2023 | 606 | ME: GJ Not/Supervening Indictment | — |
| 03/22/2023 | CID | Court Information Sheet | — |
| 03/22/2023 | IND | Indictment | — |
| 03/22/2023 | NSI | Notice of Supervening Indictment | — |
| 03/29/2023 | FIN | Financial Information | Financial |
| 03/29/2023 | ROO | Release Order Own Recognizance | Release Order |
| 04/04/2023 | 152 | ME: Not Guilty Plea Arraign | — |
| 04/09/2023 | MOT | Motion | Motion to Preserve and Disclose Tape Recordings of 911 Tapes and Police Radio Broadcasts |
| 04/09/2023 | NAR | Notice of Appearance | Notice of Appearance |
| 04/09/2023 | NOT | Notice | Defendant’s Rule 15.2 Notice of Defenses and Disclosure |
| 04/09/2023 | NOT | Notice | Motion- Invocation of 5th and 6th Amendment Rights |
| 04/09/2023 | REQ | Request | Request for Disclosure Pursuant to Rule 15.1 (A),(B),(D),(E) |
| 04/17/2023 | GJT | Grand Jury Transcript | — |
| 04/24/2023 | MTR | Motion for Temporary Removal of Court File/Transcripts/Exhibit | — |
| 04/24/2023 | OFT | Order for Temporary Removal of Court File/Transcripts/Exhibits | — |
| 04/24/2023 | RRF | Release Receipt for Official Court Files/Transcripts/Exhibits | Temporary |
| 04/25/2023 | RTR | Return Receipt for Official Court Files/Transcripts/Exhibits | — |
| 05/16/2023 | IWA | Issuance of Warrant | Issued 2023-05-16 |
| 05/23/2023 | 133 | ME: BW Issued HRG/TRL Vacate | — |
| 05/25/2023 | IAD | Initial Appearance Document | IA Packet |
| 05/25/2023 | ROC | Release Order/Order Regarding Counsel | IA Release Order |
| 06/05/2023 | WRS | Warrant Served | 05/24/23 |
| 06/10/2023 | 194 | ME: Initial Pretrial Conference | — |
| 06/11/2023 | WRS | Warrant Served | Yavapai County Sheriff Office |
| 07/08/2023 | EMF | Email Filed | — |
| 07/08/2023 | MCO | Motion to Continue | Motion to Continue Comprehensive Pretrial Conference and Travel Out of State |
| 07/08/2023 | ORD | Order | Allowing Out of State Travel to North Carolina |
| 07/08/2023 | REP | Report | Pretrial |
| 07/11/2023 | 172 | ME: Pretrial Conference Reset | — |
| 07/18/2023 | PAG | Plea Agreement | — |
| 07/22/2023 | 105 | ME: Plea Agreement/Change of Plea | — |
| 08/21/2023 | NRR | Notice of Rights | Notice of Right of Review |
| 08/21/2023 | PSD | PSR Supporting Documents | PSR Supporting Documents |
| 08/21/2023 | PSR | Presentence Report | Presentence Report |
| 08/21/2023 | REP | Report | Pretrial |
| 08/21/2023 | TCP | Terms & Conditions of Probation/Money Ordered | Terms & Conditions of Probation/Money Ordered |
| 08/21/2023 | TOP | Terms and Conditions of Probation | Terms and Conditions of Probation |
| 08/22/2023 | SOP | Sentencing Order – Probation | SOP – Sentencing Order – Probation |
| 08/26/2023 | RSD | Request to Establish Start Date of Restitution, Probation Service Fees, Fines | Request to Establish Start Date |
| 08/30/2023 | DRE | Disposition Report | — |
| 08/30/2023 | RSD | Request to Establish Start Date of Restitution, Probation Service Fees, Fines | Request to Establish Start Date |
| 06/17/2025 | ODP | Order of Discharge of Probation | APD Forms Count 6 |
| 06/17/2025 | ODP | Order of Discharge of Probation | Count 1 |
Sample for illustration only. Your actual reports show the case details the Arizona court record provides.
Arizona Background Check Compliance
Arizona has no state lookback limit for background reports. Therefore, the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act sets the reporting rules.
Under the FCRA, non-conviction records older than seven years cannot appear on most reports. However, convictions have no time limit.
Also, Arizona now lets courts seal records. Under A.R.S. § 13-911, applicants may deny sealed arrests and convictions on most job applications.
Meanwhile, a set-aside conviction under A.R.S. § 13-905 stays on the record with a note. For every statute and agency, read our Arizona background check laws guide.
Complete Your Arizona Background Check
A statewide search covers Arizona state court cases. For a fuller picture, pair it with these searches.
Federal Criminal Search
Covers federal cases filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona.
Nationwide Background Check
Adds an SSN trace, national criminal database, sex offender registry, and watchlists.
County Criminal Court Search
Search counties where your applicant lived outside Arizona.
Motor Vehicle Records
Driving histories for delivery, rideshare, trucking, and CDL positions.
Arizona Statewide Criminal Background Check: FAQs
Quick answers about searching Arizona criminal records for employment and tenant screening.
Does Arizona have a statewide criminal records search?
Yes. The Arizona Supreme Court’s Administrative Office of the Courts shares case data from 177 of 184 Arizona courts. So, one Arizona criminal records search covers courts statewide.
Can private employers get criminal history from Arizona DPS?
No. Under A.R.S. § 41-1750, DPS does not run criminal history checks for private employers. Instead, employers use court record searches through a consumer reporting agency.
However, some school, child care, and health care jobs require a DPS fingerprint clearance card.
What does an Arizona statewide criminal background check include?
It includes felony and misdemeanor cases from Arizona courts. Each record lists the charges, A.R.S. codes, and class.
In addition, it shows dispositions, case events, and court documents when available.
How long does an Arizona criminal records search take?
Most Arizona searches finish within 24 hours or less. Afterward, you view the results in your secure online account.
How much does an Arizona criminal background check cost?
Our Arizona criminal records search costs $20.00 plus a $7.00 repository fee. That makes $27.00 per search, with no setup or monthly fees for card customers.
How far back does an Arizona criminal background check go?
Arizona sets no state time limit. However, the federal FCRA bars most non-conviction records older than seven years.
By contrast, convictions can appear regardless of age.
Do sealed Arizona records appear on a background check?
Usually not. Since December 31, 2022, A.R.S. § 13-911 lets courts seal eligible arrests and convictions.
Also, the court’s public case search excludes sealed cases. Applicants may deny sealed records on most job applications.
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Fees and turnaround reflect September 2026 and may change. This page offers general information, not legal advice.