Tempe Inmate Records Search

Tempe inmate population records involve both city police and Maricopa County jail. When Tempe Police arrest someone, that person goes to a county detention facility. You search for current inmates through the Maricopa County Sheriff. Tempe Police use the JustFOIA system for records requests. This page explains how to find Tempe inmate information and request police records.

Tempe Inmate Search Through Maricopa County

Tempe does not run its own jail. People arrested by Tempe Police go to Maricopa County jail facilities. To find someone arrested in Tempe, 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.

Tempe Police Records Request

Tempe Police use JustFOIA for public records requests. Submit requests online through the Tempe Police JustFOIA portal.

Report fees are $5 for the first 20 pages. Extra pages cost $0.25 each. Contact Tempe Police records at (480) 350-8588. This line is open 7 days a week from 5am to midnight. Email requests to PD_RecordsRequests@tempe.gov.

The records office is at 120 E. 5th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281. Use the online portal for fastest service. The JustFOIA system tracks your request and notifies you when records are ready.

Tempe Arrest Records Access

Arrest records are public in Arizona under A.R.S. 39-121. You can request copies of police reports from Tempe 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.

Tempe has extended phone hours compared to most cities. The 7 day a week schedule helps people who work during normal business hours. You can call about records from early morning until midnight.

Some records may be restricted. Active investigations stay confidential until closed. Juvenile records are sealed by law. Medical details get redacted. Staff will explain what is available when you request.

Note: Tempe Police records show local arrests only. For countywide jail information, use the Maricopa County Sheriff search.

Tempe vs State Prison Records

Tempe 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 its own 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.

Tempe Victim Notification

VINE sends automatic alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. Register at vinelink.com and choose 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.

Tempe Booking Process

When Tempe 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 search the person and log all property.

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 agreement. The jail roster shows current status for all inmates.

Tempe Inmate Services

Inmates arrested in Tempe 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.

Tempe's extended records office hours make it easier to get police documents. The seven day a week phone access helps people with busy schedules. However, county jail services follow Maricopa County hours and procedures.

Nearby Arizona Cities

Tempe is in Maricopa County with these nearby cities. All use the same county jail: