Coconino County Court Records

Coconino County court records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and Justice Courts throughout the county. The Superior Court in Flagstaff handles felony cases, large civil cases over ten thousand dollars, family law matters, probate, and juvenile cases. Justice Courts handle misdemeanors, small claims under thirty five hundred dollars, and civil cases up to ten thousand dollars. You can search Coconino County court records online through state portals or contact the clerk office for specific case information. Most court records in Arizona are public unless sealed by court order. 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.

Coconino County Superior Court

Coconino County Superior Court is the trial court of general jurisdiction located in Flagstaff. The Clerk of Superior Court maintains all case files for felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding ten thousand dollars, family law matters, probate cases, and juvenile proceedings. Contact the Clerk at 928-679-7500 during business hours Monday through Friday for information about cases and to request copies of documents. The office is closed weekends and federal holidays. Superior Court handles serious criminal charges including all felony prosecutions in the county. Civil cases involving more than ten thousand dollars must be filed here. Family law matters like divorce, legal separation, paternity actions, and child custody disputes are heard in Superior Court. Probate cases for estates, conservatorships, guardianships, and mental health matters go through Superior Court. Juvenile delinquency cases for minors accused of crimes are prosecuted in Superior Court with special procedures to protect the privacy of young offenders. The Superior Court serves all Coconino County residents regardless of city. If charged with a felony anywhere in the county, your case goes to Superior Court in Flagstaff. The court has judges assigned to different case types. Criminal judges handle felony prosecutions.

Civil judges hear lawsuits and business disputes. Family court judges deal with divorces and custody matters. Probate judges oversee estates and guardianships. When you file a case, it gets assigned to a judge based on case type and court rules. Check your case paperwork or call the clerk to find out which judge is handling your case. Each judge has their own courtroom and staff. Court calendars show which cases are scheduled each day in each courtroom. Arrive early for hearings to find the right courtroom and check in with court staff before your case is called. Each case is assigned a unique case number when filed which you should use when requesting information or documents from the court.

Justice Courts

Coconino County has Justice Courts in various precincts. These courts handle misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, small claims up to thirty five hundred dollars, civil cases up to ten thousand dollars, evictions, and protective orders. Justice Courts serve specific areas within the county. Contact the Justice Court in your precinct for case information. Each has its own clerk maintaining files for that area. Check your citation to see which court issued it if you are unsure which precinct covers your address. Justice Courts use the same online search as Superior Court so you can find cases through the public access portal. Small claims cases provide a simpler process for disputes under thirty five hundred dollars without needing a lawyer. Filing fees are lower than Superior Court and procedures are less formal to help people represent themselves. Justice Courts serve local areas.

Search Court Records

Coconino County court records are available through the Arizona Public Access portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess. This free statewide search covers Superior Court and Justice Court cases from Coconino County. Search by party name or case number to find case details. The system shows charges, court dates, and status. Results update daily with new filings. You can search from any device without an account. The online search provides case summaries but not document images. For copies of specific documents like complaints, orders, or judgments, request them from the clerk and pay applicable fees. Some courts let you review files in person before ordering copies. For questions about Coconino County cases, contact the Clerk of Superior Court at 928-679-7500. Staff can help locate cases and explain copy procedures. Have your case number ready when calling. Without a case number, provide all party names and the approximate filing date to help staff search. The clerk can search by name but it takes longer. Provide as much information as possible. Court staff answer procedural questions but cannot give legal advice. They explain filing requirements and how to get public records. For legal advice, consult a lawyer or legal aid if you qualify based on income. Allow time for copy requests.

Court Fees

Coconino County Superior Court fees follow Arizona standard schedules. Initial civil filings cost one hundred eighty eight dollars. Family law filings cost one hundred forty nine dollars. Criminal prosecutions have no filing fees as the state files charges. Copy fees are fifty cents per page. Certified copies add thirty to thirty five dollars. These fees fund court operations including staff, facilities, and technology. Fee schedules are set by state law with some county variation allowed. Justice Court fees are lower. Small claims filing ranges from forty to one hundred fourteen dollars based on claim amount. Civil cases under ten thousand dollars cost less than Superior Court. Traffic and misdemeanor fees vary by offense. Contact Justice Court for current fees. Payment by cash, check, money order, or credit card at most courts. Some accept online payments. If you cannot afford fees, request a deferral or waiver with proper forms showing income and expenses. Verify fees before filing.