Peoria Arrest Records

In Peoria, Maricopa, Arizona, arrest records consist of documents and files about a person's arrest and detention by law enforcement agencies for committing a crime. Arrests are necessary when a person is caught committing a crime or there is enough evidence through investigation to find the individual guilty or culpable. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office typically maintains records of such events. However, some documents may also be obtained through Maricopa County Arrest Records. These records usually contain details such as the suspect's basic information, such as name, address, age, and physical description, the name and badge number of the arresting officer, the charges alleged and filed, and more.

Are Arrest Records Public in Peoria?

According to Title 39 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Peoria arrest records are public. This law allows the public to approach the city police departments, county courts, and sheriff's department to inspect or obtain copies of arrest records. There are also exemptions to publicly accessible records that contain restricted or private details. Such details are exempted to maintain public order, personal privacy, and safety. They include:

• Details from ongoing criminal investigations
• Records violating personal privacy, such as financial records, victim contact details, and home addresses of public employees
• Deliberative process details
• Statutorily confidential records, such as criminal history record information and witness details
• Juvenile records

The Peoria Police Department may be contacted for more information at:

Peoria Public Safety Administration Building
8351 W Cinnabar venue
Peoria, Arizona 85345
(624) 773-8311 - Non-emergency Number

Peoria Arrest Statistics

Members of the public may obtain Peoria arrest statistics through the city police department or the FBI UCR database. According to the website, within the last two years, the Peoria Police Department recorded 1,648 arrests for all other offenses, 1,400 arrests for simple assaults, and 284 for aggravated assault. There were 537 arrests for larceny, 95 arrests for motor vehicle theft, 60 arrests for burglary, 45 arrests for robbery, and 22 arrests for rape. The police department recorded seven arrests for arson and manslaughter, respectively, as well as five arrests for murder.

There are several jails managed by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. They are:

4th Avenue Jail
201 S. 4th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
(602) 876-0322 - Phone

Estrella Jail
2939 W. Durango Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85009
(602) 876-0322 - Phone

Lower Buckeye Jail
3250 W Lower Buckeye Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85009
(602) 876-0322 - Phone

Find Peoria Arrest Records

According to Arizona FOIA laws, Peoria arrest records are publicly accessible. As such, almost anyone may access these records by submitting requests that describe the arrest or arrestee. These requests may be sent to the city police department or the Maricopa County Sheriff's Department.

Requesters may also approach these offices to submit their records requests in person. Peoria arrest records are available online through the Sheriff's Office's Inmate Information website. This website provides an inmate search platform that allows searches by Booking Number, First or Last Name, and Date of Birth. The state's Department of Corrections also has an Inmate Data Search website. Peoria Police Department records may be accessed online through the Obtain Police Records website.

Peoria Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Peoria arrest records contain details of arrests alone, while criminal records cover details of arrests, court proceedings, convictions, and sentences. Criminal records refer to documents with details of offenses and convictions, while arrest records provide information about an arrest situation and the individuals involved. These records are similar, except that arrest records form the initial part of criminal records when the arrest takes place, which could lead to a trial. Arrest records are limited to the arrestee's name, address, physical description, and booking details. In contrast, criminal records are broader and more detailed, with all the arrest information, the court trial details, the convictions, and the court's sentences.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record in Peoria?

Peoria arrests generally remain indefinitely until affected persons take legal steps to seal or remove the arrests from their records. This process is called an expungement, and it does not destroy the records but makes them inaccessible to the public. The process is available to persons who meet these requirements:

• No new convictions during the waiting period
• Completion of the waiting period varies as follows: 10 years for Class 2 or 3 felonies, 5 years for Class 4, 5, or 6 felonies, 3 years for Class 1 misdemeanors, and 2 years for Class 2 or 3 misdemeanors.
• Completion of the conviction sentence with payment of all fines, restitution to victims, and fees.
• There must be no conviction from the charges, or the charges were dismissed.

Peoria Arrest Warrants

Peoria arrest warrants refer to legal orders issued by a judge to authorize or direct law enforcement agents to arrest and detain an individual. These warrants must be signed by a magistrate or judge for them to be valid and will remain active until the judge cancels them or the named individual is in law enforcement custody.

Arrest warrants are issued for individuals caught in the act of the crime or individuals who are indicted or found complicit through law enforcement investigations. They are public records primarily maintained by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, while the city police department generally executes arrests. Arrest warrants typically contain the following information: the alleged crimes and the supporting legislation, the arrestee's basic information and physical description, the arresting agent's name and badge number, and the place, time, and date the arrest occured.

Do Peoria Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Peoria arrest warrants remain active after the judge appends their signature until they are executed or recalled. These warrants generally do not expire and have no time limits for execution. This rule applies to arrest warrants and bench warrants.

Expunge Peoria Arrest Records

Expungement of records refers to the legal process by which specific parts of your records may be sealed or removed. Maricopa County allows the expungement of records for individuals who satisfy the eligibility criteria according to Arizona laws. The first step is to determine if you are eligible. You may know your eligibility by confirming if you meet the following conditions:

• The waiting period has been completed.
• No pending charges against the applicant.
• The applicant has completed the terms of the sentence, including probation, restitution, and fines.
• The detainee is a juvenile
• The charges were dismissed, or there was no conviction from the trial.

Following your eligibility confirmation, you may gather all the relevant documents, such as your criminal records. Obtain the expungement petition form from the Arizona Judicial Branch's Self-Service Center through the Maricopa County Superior Court's Law Library Resource Center. Fill in the form with accurate details about your arrest or conviction. File the Maricopa County Superior Court petition for felony or severe misdemeanor cases. For cases where no charges were filed from the arrest or the misdemeanor was handled by a Justice Court, the petition will be filed at the specific court where the initial appearance occured or the jurisdiction where the offense was committed.

Notify the prosecutor's office and other relevant parties. Attend the court hearing in anticipation of the judge's decision. If the court's verdict is favorable, you may obtain the verdict and serve it on the relevant government agency with the records. Proceed to request your records after this to confirm the arrest has been expunged.