PURCHASING COPIES OF THE ADC INMATE DATABASE
For a nominal fee, the Arizona Department of
Corrections makes available on request copies of the inmate
information contained on the ADC Website Inmate Datasearch.
The data is a public information extract of the entire ADC inmate
database. Please review the appropriate
Arizona Revised Statute § 39-121.03. relating to the use of Public
Records, particularly when they are being purchased for commercial purposes.
The file sent to you will be a
self-extracting WinZip file. We do not provide floppy disk or
printed hardcopy reports.
The extract files are in generic ASCII TEXT format, readable in
any browser or word processor. When unzipped the files are in
excess of 100 megabytes of data. The data files are
accompanied by a README file to
enable proper usage.
The file purchase DOES NOT include further updates; the data is
current at time of shipment only.
A request for the database extract must be in writing on your
agency or corporate letterhead stationery. The letter must specify the following:
Method of receipt:
File Transfer Protocol (FTP).
Specify the IP address and any firewall information necessary to transmit the information
to you. ADC Information Technology will initiate the transfer.
Outside access to ADC computer systems is not allowed.
OR
Computer CD.
If this method of receiving the extract is
requested, enclose a pre-paid, pre-addressed
freight slip (FEDEX, UPS etc.) where you want the CD sent.
Include the phone number and name of an
individual we can contact. The individual will be called when the
extract is ready for shipment or transmission.
The letter must be signed.
Enclose a check for $190.00 written to
The State of Arizona. (Mandated by Department policy). The
fee will be waived if you are a Law Enforcement Agency, Court or
Legislature. Private corporations, partnerships, legal firms and
other government agencies are not exempt.
Address the letter to:
The Arizona Department of Corrections
Attn: Media Relations Office – Public Information Liaison
1601 W. Jefferson St.,
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Example of letter of request:
Doe, Doe, Smith and James Ltd.
1 First Place, Suite 400
Anytown, US 00000-0000
Telephone (000) 555-0000
The Arizona Department of Corrections
Attn: Media Relations Office – Public Information Liaison
1601 W. Jefferson St.,
Phoenix, AZ 85007
To Whom It May Concern:
Find enclosed a check for $190.00 to cover the
cost of obtaining a public information extract of the Inmates
incarcerated in the Arizona state prison system. I have reviewed and
understand
Arizona Revised Statute § 39-121.03. relating to the use of Public
Records.
Please FTP the information to me at
111.22.333.444. The firewall password is inmate download.
Please contact Mrs. Doe at (000) 555-0000 ext.
111 when the extract is ready or questions arise.
Thank You,
John T. Doe, Managing Partner
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