Greenlee County Court Records

Greenlee County court records are maintained by the Clerk of Superior Court and Justice Courts. The Superior Court in Clifton handles felony cases, civil cases over ten thousand dollars, family law, probate, and juvenile matters. Justice Courts handle misdemeanors, small claims, and civil cases up to ten thousand dollars. You can search Greenlee County court records online through state portals or contact the clerk office. Most court records are public unless sealed. 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.

Greenlee County Superior Court

Greenlee County Superior Court is the trial court of general jurisdiction in Clifton. The Clerk of Superior Court maintains case files for felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding ten thousand dollars, family law matters, probate cases, and juvenile proceedings. Contact the clerk at 928-865-4242 during business hours Monday through Friday for information. The office is closed weekends and holidays. Superior Court handles serious matters including all felony prosecutions in the county. Felonies are crimes with potential prison sentences exceeding one year. Civil cases over ten thousand dollars must be filed in Superior Court. Family law matters like divorce, custody, and paternity are heard here. Probate cases for estates and guardianships go through Superior Court. Juvenile cases for minors accused of delinquent acts are prosecuted in Superior Court with special procedures. The court serves all Greenlee County residents. If charged with a felony anywhere in the county, your case goes to Superior Court in Clifton. The court has judges assigned to case types. Criminal judges handle felony prosecutions. Civil judges hear lawsuits and disputes.

Family judges deal with divorces and custody. When you file a case, it gets assigned based on type. Check your paperwork or call the clerk to find which judge handles your case. Court calendars show scheduled cases. Arrive early for hearings to find the right courtroom. Check in with staff before your case is called. Bring photo identification and any documents related to your case including previous orders, paperwork from the other party, and evidence you plan to present. Each case is assigned a unique case number when filed which you should use when requesting information or documents from the court.

Justice Courts

Greenlee County has Justice Courts in precincts throughout the county. These courts handle misdemeanors, 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 geographic areas. Contact the Justice Court in your precinct for case information. Each court has its own clerk maintaining files for that precinct. Check your citation to see which court issued it. Justice Courts use the same online search system as Superior Court. Small claims provide a simpler process for disputes under thirty five hundred dollars. Filing fees are lower and procedures less formal so people can represent themselves without hiring lawyers for smaller matters. Courts serve local precincts.

Search Court Records

Greenlee County court records are available through the Arizona Public Access portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess. This free search covers Superior Court and Justice Court cases. Search by party name or case number. The system shows charges, dates, and status. Results update daily. You can search from any device without an account. The online search provides summaries but not document images. For copies of documents, request them from the clerk and pay fees. Some courts let you review files in person before ordering copies so you only pay for what you need. This saves money if you just need a few pages from a large file. For questions about Greenlee County cases, contact the Clerk of Superior Court at 928-865-4242. Staff can help locate cases and explain procedures. Have your case number ready. Without it, provide all party names and filing date to help staff search. The clerk can search by name but it takes longer than searching by number. Court staff answer procedural questions but cannot give legal advice. They explain filing requirements and how to get records. For legal advice, consult a lawyer or legal aid if you qualify. Allow time for requests.

Court Fees

Greenlee County Superior Court fees follow Arizona schedules. Initial civil filings cost one hundred eighty eight dollars. Family law filings cost one hundred forty nine dollars. Criminal cases have no filing fees. Copy fees are fifty cents per page. Certified copies add thirty to thirty five dollars depending on document type. These fees fund court operations. Fee schedules are set by state law. Justice Court fees are lower. Small claims filing ranges from forty to one hundred fourteen dollars based on amount. Civil cases under ten thousand dollars cost less than Superior Court. Traffic and misdemeanor fees vary. Contact Justice Court for current fees. Some courts post fee schedules on their websites. Payment by cash, check, money order, or credit card. Some courts accept online payments for fines. If you cannot afford fees, request a deferral or waiver with forms showing income. The court reviews your financial situation to determine if you qualify for reduced or waived fees based on poverty guidelines. Verify current fees.