Access Yuma County Inmate Records
Yuma County inmate population records are available through an online search tool. The county jail sits near the Mexican border in southwestern Arizona. A maximum security facility holds inmates awaiting trial and those serving short sentences. You can search for current inmates by name or booking number. This page shows you how to find Yuma County inmate information and contact the detention center.
Yuma County Jail Quick Facts
Yuma County Inmate Search Portal
Yuma County uses Tyler Technologies software for its inmate search. Go to inmatesearch.yumacountysheriff.org to look up inmates. You can search by name, subject number, or booking number. The database shows current inmates only.
The Yuma County inmate search portal lets you find booking records and custody status for people held at the detention center.
Search results show the inmate name, booking date, charges, and bond amount. The system updates as bookings and releases happen. Recent arrests may take time to appear in the system. Check back later if you do not find someone who was just arrested.
Yuma County Detention Bureau
The Yuma County Detention Center is a maximum security facility. It has a rated capacity of 756 inmates. The average daily population in 2024 was around 412 people. The jail holds inmates awaiting trial, serving sentences, and those being transferred to other facilities.
The Yuma County detention bureau page has details about the jail facility, programs, and services available to inmates and families.
Call (928) 782-9871 for information about the jail. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody and answer questions about visiting or sending money. The jail handles bookings from multiple law enforcement agencies in the county.
Yuma County Inmate Accounts
Inmates need money in their accounts to buy items from commissary, make phone calls, and pay for other services. The Yuma County inmate accounts page explains how to send money to someone in jail.
Yuma County uses several third party services for inmate accounts:
- Combined Public Communications (CPC) for phone services
- Access Corrections for money deposits
- CashPay Today for additional deposit options
Each service has its own fees. Compare options to find the cheapest way to send money. Some methods are faster than others. Cash deposits may take longer to post than electronic transfers.
Yuma County Jail Records
Jail records are public in Arizona under A.R.S. 39-121. You can request copies of booking reports, incident records, and other documents. Contact the Sheriff's Office to ask about what records are available and the cost for copies.
Some records have restrictions. Medical files need a signed release from the inmate. Court sealed records may not be available. Staff can explain what you can and cannot get when you make a request.
Note: The online search only shows current inmates, so contact the jail directly for historical booking records.
Yuma County Cities
Yuma County includes the city of Yuma and surrounding communities. When local police make an arrest, the person goes to the county jail. City police departments keep their own arrest records. The jail roster is countywide.
The main city in Yuma County with its own page is:
Other communities include San Luis, Somerton, and Wellton. The county borders Mexico to the south and California to the west. Its location makes it busy with border related cases.
Yuma County vs Arizona State Prison
The county jail is different from state prison. Yuma County holds pretrial inmates and people with sentences under one year. State prison holds felons with longer sentences. Arizona has a state prison complex in Yuma, but it is run by ADCRR, not the county Sheriff.
To find state prison inmates, search the ADCRR database at inmatedatasearch.azcorrections.gov. The county jail search will not show people who transferred to state custody.
Yuma 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 Yuma County Attorney for victim services assistance.
Yuma County Inmate Communication
Families can stay in touch with inmates through phone calls and mail. The jail contracts with third party services for inmate communications. Contact the detention center for current provider information and account setup instructions.
Written letters should include the inmate's full name and booking number. Mail goes through inspection before delivery. Some items are restricted. Check with jail staff about mail rules before sending anything to an inmate.
Nearby Arizona Counties
Yuma County borders other Arizona counties and California. Check these nearby jails if needed: