Goodyear Inmate Records Search
Goodyear inmate population records involve both city police and Maricopa County jail. When Goodyear Police arrest someone, that person goes to a county detention facility. You search for current inmates through the Maricopa County Sheriff. Goodyear Police keep arrest reports and offer fingerprinting services. This page explains how to find Goodyear inmate information and request police records.
Goodyear Records Quick Facts
Goodyear Inmate Search Through Maricopa County
Goodyear does not run its own jail. People arrested by Goodyear Police go to Maricopa County jail facilities. To find someone arrested in Goodyear, search the Maricopa County inmate search.
The county database shows all inmates in custody from any arresting agency. Search by name and date of birth. Results show booking number, charges, bond amount, and which facility holds the person.
For details about the Maricopa County jail system, see our Maricopa County page.
Goodyear Police Records Request
Goodyear Police have a records unit at www.goodyearaz.gov.
Goodyear Police record fees include:
- Reports: $0.50 per page
- Digital Media CD or DVD: $10.00
- Photo: $10.00 per print
- Body Camera Redaction: $46.00 per hour
- Fingerprints: $17.00 (Tuesdays 9 AM to 3 PM)
Goodyear only accepts cash, money order, cashier's check, or business check. They do not take credit or debit cards for records fees. Bring exact payment when you visit.
Contact Goodyear Police records at (623) 882-7670 or email gypdrecords@goodyearaz.gov. The office is at 11 N. 145th Ave., Goodyear, AZ 85338.
Goodyear Arrest Records Access
Arrest records are public in Arizona under A.R.S. 39-121. You can request copies of police reports from Goodyear Police. The city must provide access unless a legal exemption applies.
Crime victims get one free copy of their police report under A.R.S. 39-127. Contact the records unit about victim requests.
Some records have restrictions. Active investigation files may be withheld. Juvenile records are sealed by state law. Medical information gets redacted from public copies. Staff will explain any exemptions when you make a request.
Note: Goodyear Police records show local arrests only. For countywide jail information, use the Maricopa County Sheriff search.
Goodyear vs State Prison Records
Goodyear Police handle local arrests. Maricopa County jail holds pretrial defendants and misdemeanor offenders. State prison holds felons sentenced to more than one year. Each system keeps separate records.
Search for state prison inmates at inmatedatasearch.azcorrections.gov. The county jail search will not show people who transferred to state custody. Both searches are free and work around the clock.
Goodyear Victim Notification
VINE provides automated alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. Register at vinelink.com and select Arizona. You will get phone calls, emails, or texts for releases, transfers, and other custody events. The service is free.
Arizona protects victim rights under A.R.S. 13-4412. Victims receive notice of court proceedings and can attend hearings. You can speak at sentencing. The Maricopa County Attorney Victim Services helps at (602) 506-8522.
Goodyear Booking Process
When Goodyear Police arrest someone, they transport the person to a Maricopa County jail facility. The booking process takes several hours. Staff collect fingerprints, photographs, and personal information. They enter the person into the database.
Bail gets set at the initial hearing, usually within 24 hours of arrest. A judge considers the charges and defendant history. Some people post bail and leave the same day. Others stay in custody until trial or plea. The jail roster shows current status for all inmates.
Goodyear Inmate Services
Inmates arrested in Goodyear go to Maricopa County facilities where they have access to various services. Commissary accounts let families send money for snacks and hygiene items. Phone and video services help maintain family contact during incarceration.
The county contracts with private vendors for inmate services. Check the Maricopa County Sheriff website for current providers. You will need the inmate's name and booking number to set up accounts and send money. Remember that Goodyear only accepts cash for records fees, but county services use different payment methods.
Visitation at county facilities follows Maricopa County rules. Video visits are available through the jail provider. In-person visits may require scheduling. Check the county jail website for current visitation policies and hours. Background checks may be required for some visitors to county facilities.
Nearby Arizona Cities
Goodyear is in Maricopa County with these nearby cities. All use the same county jail: