Santa Cruz County Jail Mugshots

Santa Cruz County jail mugshots are taken at the detention center in Nogales. This southern Arizona county sits on the Mexican border and processes bookings from the local area. The jail holds up to 372 inmates. You can find inmate information by calling the detention center since the county does not offer an online search tool. This guide explains how to check custody status, visit inmates, and request records in Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office

The sheriff's office handles law enforcement and runs the county jail. Call (520) 761-7869 for general questions. The detention center can be reached at (520) 761-7875.

Visit the sheriff's office website for contact information and department services. The jail is at 2170 N. Congress Drive in Nogales.

Santa Cruz County covers the border region south of Tucson. Nogales is the county seat and main city.

Find Inmates in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County does not have an online inmate search. To check if someone is in jail, call the detention center at (520) 761-7875. Staff can tell you if the person is in custody and provide basic booking information.

VINELink at vinelink.com offers custody alerts for Santa Cruz County. Register to get notified when an inmate's status changes. The service is free for crime victims and the public.

Santa Cruz County Jail Visitation

Video visitation is available for Santa Cruz County inmates. Public visiting days are Saturdays and Sundays only. You must schedule your visit at least one day in advance by calling (520) 761-7875.

Contact the jail for current visiting hours and rules. Video visits allow you to see and talk with inmates without in-person contact.

Santa Cruz County Jail Records

Under A.R.S. § 39-121, booking records are public documents. Contact the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office to request records. Include the person's name and approximate booking date. Provide as much information as possible to help staff locate your records.

Fingerprinting is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for $7.00 per card. Money orders only are accepted for this service. The sheriff's office provides fingerprinting for background checks and licensing requirements.

Write to: Santa Cruz County Sheriff, 2170 N. Congress Dr, Nogales, AZ 85621. Call (520) 761-7869 for information about record requests and fees. Staff can explain the process and help you submit a complete request.

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 Santa Cruz County. Updates happen regularly throughout the day. Victims receive automatic alerts about releases, transfers, and escapes. Registration is free and confidential.

Cities in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County has no cities over 50,000 population. Nogales is the county seat with about 20,000 residents. Other communities include Rio Rico, Patagonia, and Tubac. All arrests are booked at the Santa Cruz County jail. Mugshots are held by the sheriff's office.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Santa Cruz County. Each has its own sheriff and jail with separate booking records.