Tucson City Court Records

Tucson City Court handles misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, and city ordinance violations within Tucson city limits. The court serves residents of Arizona's second largest city in Pima County. You can search Tucson court records online or visit the court office in person to request copies of case documents. For felony cases and major civil matters, Tucson residents file in Pima County Superior Court. City Court jurisdiction is limited to less serious offenses that carry maximum penalties of six months in jail. More serious crimes go to Superior Court for prosecution. 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.

Tucson City Court

The court is at 103 E. Alameda Street, Tucson, AZ 85701. You can call 520-791-4216 for information about your case or court procedures. Email is TCCWeb@courts.az.gov if you have questions that do not require an immediate response. Office hours are Monday through Friday from eight in the morning to five in the afternoon. The court is closed on weekends and federal holidays. Tucson City Court handles cases that occur within city limits including traffic citations, misdemeanors with maximum six month jail sentences, and violations of city ordinances like noise complaints or zoning violations. Arrive early for court hearings to allow time for parking and security screening. Bring your citation or notice to appear with you. The court enforces a dress code so wear appropriate clothing. No shorts, tank tops, or hats are allowed in the courtroom. The court does not hear felony cases or large civil cases. Those matters are handled by Pima County Superior Court at the main courthouse in downtown Tucson.

For small claims, evictions, and other civil cases under ten thousand dollars, you may need to use Pima County Justice Court depending on where the case arose and the amount in dispute. Tucson operates under different procedures than some other Arizona cities so check the court website for specific rules and filing requirements for Tucson City Court cases. The court has its own local rules that supplement the statewide rules of procedure. You can find the local rules on the court website or ask the clerk's office for a copy. Following the correct procedures helps your case move through the system more quickly and avoids delays or dismissals for technical errors.

Search Court Records

Tucson offers defendant search at tucsonaz.gov. You can look up cases by name to find case status and information about charges, court dates, and outstanding fines. The main court page is at tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court where you can find court hours, contact information, forms, and general information about court procedures. The search system updates regularly but may not show very recent filings or payments. Allow one to two business days for new information to appear in the online system. If you cannot find your case online, call the court office to verify the case number and status. 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.

For record requests, visit record-request.tucsonaz.gov. This portal handles requests for various city records including court documents. You can submit requests online and track their status through the system as court staff process your request. Processing time varies depending on the complexity of your request and how many documents you need. Simple requests for a single document may be filled within a few days while larger requests can take several weeks. You will receive an email when your request is ready for pickup or has been mailed to you. Court records not available online can be requested in person at the court office during business hours. Staff can help you locate cases and obtain copies of documents for the applicable copy fees. Bring photo ID when requesting records in person. Check with court staff for copy costs.

Fees

The minimum clerk fee is seventeen dollars per case in Tucson City Court. Copies cost fifty cents per page plus the seventeen dollar minimum fee if you request certified copies. These fees follow Arizona standard rates for limited jurisdiction courts. Payments can be made in person by cash, check, money order, or credit card at the court office. Some payments may be available online through the court website depending on your case type. Check with the court office for current payment options and whether online payment is available for your specific case. If you cannot pay your fine in full, ask about payment plans. The court offers payment plans for people who need more time to pay. You must request a plan before your payment deadline. Bring proof of income and expenses when requesting a payment plan so the court can set an amount you can afford. Note: Additional fees may apply for specific services or case types beyond the standard fee schedule.

County Court Records

Tucson is in Pima County. For felonies, major civil cases, family law, probate, and juvenile matters, use Pima County Superior Court.