Flagstaff Municipal Court Records

Flagstaff Municipal Court handles traffic violations, misdemeanors, and city ordinance cases within Flagstaff city limits. The court serves residents of northern Arizona's largest city in Coconino County. You can search Flagstaff court records through online portals or contact the court office for case information. For felony cases and major civil matters, Flagstaff residents use Coconino County Superior Court. The Municipal Court is limited to handling misdemeanor criminal offenses with maximum jail sentences of six months and violations of city ordinances. More serious felony charges are prosecuted in Superior Court. The online search system is free to use and does not require you to create an account or provide personal information beyond the case details you are searching for.

Flagstaff Municipal Court

Flagstaff Municipal Court handles Class 1 misdemeanors with maximum penalties of six months jail and twenty five hundred dollar fines. The court also hears traffic cases and violations of city ordinances that occur within city limits. Office hours are typically Monday through Friday from eight in the morning to five in the afternoon though exact hours may vary. Call the court for current hours before visiting. The court is closed on weekends and federal holidays. When you have a court date scheduled, arrive at least twenty minutes early to allow time for parking which can be limited in downtown Flagstaff and to go through security screening at the courthouse entrance. Bring your citation or summons, photo identification, and any documents related to your case. Check your paperwork to confirm which courtroom you are assigned to or look for the daily calendar posted at the courthouse. The court does not handle felony cases or large civil cases. Those matters are filed in Coconino County Superior Court which serves as the trial court of general jurisdiction for the county.

For small claims under three thousand five hundred dollars and other limited civil matters, you may need to use Coconino County Justice Court depending on where the incident occurred and the amount in dispute. Flagstaff is in Coconino County so all felony prosecutions, family law matters like divorce and child custody, probate cases, and juvenile delinquency proceedings for Flagstaff residents are handled by Coconino County Superior Court. The county courthouse is located in downtown Flagstaff. If you are unsure which court has jurisdiction over your case, check your citation or court paperwork to see which court issued it or call the court clerk's office for assistance. Court staff can answer procedural questions.

Search Court Records

Flagstaff court records are available through the Arizona statewide Public Access portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess. This free search system covers Municipal Court cases from Flagstaff and many other courts across Arizona. Search by party name or case number to find case information including charges filed, scheduled court dates, case status, and final disposition if the case is closed. The system updates daily with new filings and court actions. You can search from any computer or mobile device without creating an account or paying fees to access basic case information. The online search provides case summaries but not the actual court documents. For copies of specific documents like complaints, plea agreements, sentencing orders, or judgments, you need to request them from the court clerk and pay applicable copy fees. For specific information about Flagstaff Municipal Court cases, contact the court office directly during business hours. Staff can help you locate cases and request copies of documents if you provide the case number or party names and approximate filing date.

Check the city website for the current court address, phone number, and office hours. When requesting records, have your case number ready to help court staff locate your file quickly. If you do not have a case number, provide the full names of all parties involved and the date the case was filed or the date of the incident. Court clerks can search by name but it takes longer than searching by case number. Allow several business days for processing of record requests especially for cases with large files containing many documents. Fees apply for certified copies. These fees are subject to change so always verify current costs with the court before making payments or requesting services.

Fees

Flagstaff Municipal Court follows Arizona standard fee schedules. The minimum clerk fee is seventeen dollars per case. Copies cost fifty cents per page. Certification adds seventeen dollars if you need certified copies with the official court seal. Payment can be made in person by cash, check, money order, or credit card. Some courts accept online payments. Check with Flagstaff Municipal Court for current payment options. If you cannot afford to pay fines or fees in full, ask about payment plans. Courts offer payment plans for people who need more time to pay. You must request a plan before your payment due date. The court may require proof of your income and monthly expenses to determine what you can afford to pay each month. Making payments on time helps you avoid additional penalties and warrant issuance for non-payment. Note: Fees may change, so verify current costs with the court before requesting services or filing documents.

County Court Records

Flagstaff is in Coconino County. For felonies, civil cases over ten thousand dollars, family law, probate, and juvenile matters, use Coconino County Superior Court.