How to search Arizona court records
Arizona's statewide portal reaches most, but not all, courts. A few jurisdictions run their own separate systems — see the additional lookups below. There's no charge and no account required — results are visible to anyone who searches.
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What's actually there
Public Access Case Lookup covers 177 of 184 courts. Maricopa County Superior Court has its own separate portal.
Other official lookups for Arizona
Federal cases filed in Arizona
State portals don't cover federal court. If the case you're looking for might be a federal criminal prosecution, civil suit, or bankruptcy, use CourtRecordsFree's live federal search — it queries CourtListener/RECAP directly and isn't limited to any one state.
Largest counties in Arizona
- Maricopa County — Arizona's most populous county runs its own case-search portal separate from the statewide Public Access Case Lookup, which excludes Maricopa Superior Court.
Search tips
- Try both "Last, First" and "First Last" — courts index names inconsistently.
- Middle initials and suffixes (Jr., III) often matter for common names.
- A date of birth or case number is the only reliable way to confirm you found the right person.
- An arrest or charge shown in a docket is not a conviction — read the disposition.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to search Arizona court records online?
Yes. Arizona's statewide search is free to use, with no account or subscription required.
Does this include criminal records?
Yes. Arizona's portal includes criminal case records alongside civil cases, subject to the sealing and expungement rules described below.
Does one search cover the whole state?
Mostly. Arizona's statewide portal covers most courts, but a few jurisdictions maintain separate systems — worth checking the additional lookups above if your court isn't listed.
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