Tempe Jail Mugshot Records

Tempe jail mugshots are held by Maricopa County, not the city. Tempe is home to Arizona State University and has about 185,000 residents. The city sits between Phoenix and Mesa in the heart of the Valley. When Tempe Police make arrests, people go to county jails for booking. This guide explains where to find mugshots for Tempe arrests and how to request police records from the city.

Where to Find Tempe Arrest Mugshots

Tempe does not run a city jail. Arrests go to Maricopa County facilities for booking. The county takes mugshots and stores them in their system. Every booking includes a photo taken during intake. These photos become part of the county sheriff's records.

The Maricopa County inmate search covers all Tempe bookings. Search by name and date of birth to find current inmates with their mugshots, charges, and bail information. The search is free and shows results right away. See the Maricopa County jail mugshots page for details about the county system.

Maricopa County operates the largest jail system in Arizona. The county has multiple facilities across the Phoenix metro area. Most Tempe arrests go to the main intake facility for processing. The system handles about 100,000 bookings per year from all agencies.

Tempe Police Department Records

The Tempe Police Department handles incident reports and arrest documentation. The records office is at 120 E. 5th Street in Tempe. Phone: (480) 350-8588. Email: PD_RecordsRequests@tempe.gov. The department serves the city including the Arizona State University campus.

The Tempe Police records portal allows you to submit requests online. Visit the Tempe Police records portal to start your request.

The first 20 pages cost $5.00. These are city police records, not jail mugshots. Mugshots are county records and must be requested through Maricopa County. The police department keeps incident reports, arrest reports, and crash reports.

How to Request Records

Tempe Police makes records requests easy through their online portal. Create an account and submit your request with details about the incident. Include the date, location, and names of people involved. The more information you provide, the faster staff can find your records.

You can also request records in person or by email. For email requests, send details to PD_RecordsRequests@tempe.gov. Include your contact information and what records you need. Staff will respond with availability and costs.

Crime victims get one free copy of the police report under Arizona law. Bring identification and proof that you were the victim. Insurance companies and attorneys often need these reports. Allow processing time if you need records by a deadline.

Maricopa County Jail Information

All Tempe arrests are processed at Maricopa County jails. The county sheriff handles mugshots and booking records. 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 has a capacity of about 9,000 inmates. Video visitation is available through ViaPath. Inmate accounts can be funded online, by phone, or at lobby kiosks. The county maintains complete booking records for all processed arrests.

Victim Notification

Crime victims can track offender custody status through VINELink. Register at vinelink.com or call 1-866-277-7477. This free service sends automatic alerts when custody status changes. You can choose phone, email, or text notifications.

The system covers all Arizona county jails including Maricopa County. Updates happen every 15 minutes. Victims receive alerts about releases, transfers, and escapes. Registration is confidential.

Nearby Cities

These cities neighbor Tempe and use the same Maricopa County jail system.