Avondale Jail Mugshots
Avondale jail mugshots are held by Maricopa County for most arrests. Avondale also operates a small city jail for short-term holds. The city sits in the southwest Valley with about 90,000 residents. When Avondale Police make arrests, most people are booked at county facilities. This guide explains where to find mugshots and how booking works in Avondale.
Avondale Jail Records Quick Facts
Where to Find Avondale Arrest Mugshots
Avondale is one of few Arizona cities with its own jail. The city jail is at 11485 W Civic Center Drive. Phone: (623) 333-7009. Visitation hours are Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to 10:00 AM and 1:00 to 3:00 PM. The city jail handles short-term holds for misdemeanor offenses.
For longer holds and felony charges, arrestees go to Maricopa County jails. The Maricopa County inmate search covers those bookings. Search by name and date of birth to find current inmates with their mugshots, charges, and bail information. Check both the city jail and county system when looking for Avondale arrest mugshots.
See the Maricopa County jail mugshots page for county details. Maricopa County operates the largest jail system in Arizona with a capacity of about 9,000 inmates across multiple facilities.
Avondale Police Department Records
The Avondale Police Department handles incident reports and arrest documentation. The main office is at 11485 W Civic Center Drive. Phone: (623) 333-7002. The department keeps records for all calls, incidents, and arrests made within city limits.
Use the Avondale Police records portal to request reports online. The portal lets you submit requests and track their status. You can also request records in person or by mail. Contact the department for incident reports, crash reports, and other city records.
For county jail mugshots, use the MCSO inmate search. The city police department handles arrest reports, but booking photos are taken at the jail facility. City jail mugshots may be available by contacting the Avondale jail directly.
How to Request Records
Avondale Police accepts records requests through their online portal, in person, or by mail. When making a request, provide as much detail as possible. Include the case number if known, the date of the incident, and names of people involved.
Crime victims get one free copy of the police report under Arizona law. Bring identification and proof that you were the victim when claiming your free copy. Insurance companies and attorneys often need police reports for claims and legal cases.
Maricopa County Jail Information
Most Avondale arrests are processed at Maricopa County jails. The county sheriff handles mugshots and booking records from county facilities. Contact MCSO at (602) 876-1000 for jail information. The public records office is at 550 W. Jackson St. in Phoenix.
The county jail system handles about 100,000 bookings per year from all agencies. Video visitation is available through ViaPath at $0.25 per minute. Inmate accounts can be funded online, by phone, or at lobby kiosks.
Victim Notification
Crime victims can track offender status through VINELink. Register at vinelink.com or call 1-866-277-7477. This free service sends alerts when custody status changes. You can get notifications by phone, email, or text.
The system covers all Arizona county jails including Maricopa County. Updates happen every 15 minutes. Victims receive automatic alerts about releases, transfers, and escapes. Registration is free and confidential.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Avondale and use Maricopa County jails.