Apache County Inmate Records Search

Apache County inmate population records are searchable through the CitizenRIMS online database. The jail in St. Johns serves this rural northeastern Arizona county. You can look up current inmates by name to check custody status. The search is free and works around the clock. This page explains how to find Apache County inmate information and visit someone in jail.

Apache County Inmate Database

Apache County uses CitizenRIMS for its online inmate database. Go to apachecounty.citizenrims.com to search for current inmates. The system shows people held at the Apache County Jail in St. Johns.

Search by name to find booking information. Results show the inmate name, charges, and bond amount. The database updates as bookings and releases happen. Recent arrests may take time to appear in the system.

Note: CitizenRIMS only shows current inmates, not historical booking records.

Apache County Sheriff's Office

The Apache County Sheriff's Office runs the jail and handles law enforcement across this large rural county. The main office is at 370 South Washington in St. Johns, AZ 85936.

Call (928) 337-4321 for local calls or 1 (800) 352-1850 toll free. Staff can answer questions about inmates, bonds, and jail procedures. The toll free number helps since Apache County covers a large area with limited local phone service.

Visiting Apache County Inmates

Visits at the Apache County Jail happen on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays starting at 9:30 a.m. The jail has a full lockdown from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily for count and meals. No visits during lockdown times.

The jail uses Securus Technologies for phone and video services. You need to set up an account with Securus before you can schedule visits or accept calls. Contact Securus to create your account and add money for services.

Visitors must have valid ID and follow dress code rules. Children need to come with a parent or guardian. The jail can turn away visitors who break rules or arrive during lockdown.

Apache County Jail Contact

Use these contacts for inmate information:

• Local: (928) 337-4321
• Toll Free: 1 (800) 352-1850
• Address: 370 South Washington, St. Johns, AZ 85936

Apache County is rural with small towns spread across a large area. The jail in St. Johns serves the entire county. Travel times can be long for visitors coming from distant parts of the county.

Apache County vs State Prison

County jail holds pretrial inmates and short sentence offenders. State prison holds people with felony sentences over one year. Apache County Jail is run by the Sheriff. State prisons are run by ADCRR.

For state prison inmates, use the ADCRR search at inmatedatasearch.azcorrections.gov. The CitizenRIMS database will not show people who transferred to state custody.

Apache County Victim Notification

Crime victims can track offender status through VINE. This free service sends automatic alerts when custody status changes. Register at vinelink.com and choose Arizona. You get phone, email, or text notifications for releases, transfers, and escapes.

Arizona law protects victim rights under A.R.S. 13-4412. Victims receive notice about court dates and plea offers. You can attend hearings and speak at sentencing. Contact the Apache County Attorney for victim services assistance.

Apache County Booking Process

When someone is arrested in Apache County, law enforcement transports them to the detention facility in St. Johns. The booking process involves fingerprints, photographs, and health screening. Staff enter information into the jail database and assign an inmate number.

Initial appearance happens within 24 hours. A judge reviews the charges and sets bail conditions. Some defendants get released without posting money. Others must pay cash bail or use a bail bond company. The amount depends on charge severity and criminal history.

Apache County covers remote areas including parts of the Navajo Nation. Travel distances can affect booking times. Staff at the jail can answer questions about specific cases. Call the detention center to check on someone's status.

Apache County Inmate Communication

Families can stay in touch with inmates through phone calls and mail. The jail contracts with third party services for inmate phone and commissary. Contact the detention center for current provider information and setup procedures.

Written letters should include the inmate's full name and booking number. Mail goes through inspection before delivery. Some items are not allowed. Check with jail staff about mail rules and restrictions before sending packages.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Apache County borders other Arizona counties and New Mexico. Check these jails if needed: