Public Records

Arizona Department of Corrections
1601 West Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

What is a Public Record?

Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute, A.R.S. 39-121, 39-121.01, and 39-121.03 specific and identifiable public records are to be made available to the public for inspection and copying.
What is a Public Record Request?

A valid public record request is for a specific and identifiable public document. The document is identified so a staff person of the agency is able to locate responsive documents. Identification includes any combination of the following information: name of document, subject matter, date, location, persons involved, specific incident, etc.

Note: Requests for information that does not currently exist or which may require the production of creating new reports may not be accommodated.
What is the Department policy related to Public Records Requests?

See Department Order 201.04.
What is the cost?

Charges for Public Records be viewed at: Standard Charge List.
How do I make a Public Records Request?
Email request media@azcorrections.gov

Fax request to (602) 542-2859

Mail request to:

Arizona Department of Corrections

     Media Relations - Public Records Requests

                        1601 West Jefferson Street

                   Phoenix, AZ 85007

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the public disclosure process, please contact the Department Public Records Unit at:

Phone: (602) 542-3133

Mail: Arizona Department of Corrections

Media Relations - Public Records Requests

1601 West Jefferson Street

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Note:

* If you are seeking Public Records information regarding offenders:

* If you are seeking information and are a family member/friend of an offender:

* If you are seeking legal information regarding offenders or the Department:

* All others Public Records Requests continue as indicated above.