Cochise County Booking Records

Cochise County removed its online mugshot and inmate list after the 2024 Houston ruling. The sheriff's office in Bisbee still provides booking information through other means. You can request records through NextRequest or contact the records division directly. This page explains how to access 24 hour booking data and other jail information in Cochise County.

Cochise County Inmate Search Status

After legal review of the Houston v. Maricopa County decision, Cochise County stopped posting mugshots and inmate lists on the sheriff's website. This change took effect in September 2024. The county made this choice to comply with the Ninth Circuit ruling about due process concerns.

You can still access booking records through other channels. Call the sheriff's office at 520-432-9500 for inmate information. The non-emergency line is 520-803-3550 or toll-free at 800-362-0812. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody and provide basic booking details.

Note: The records remain public under Arizona law. Only the online display method changed.

Cochise County NextRequest Portal

Cochise County uses NextRequest for formal public records requests. Visit cochise-az.nextrequest.com to submit requests online. This portal tracks your request and sends updates as it processes. You can request booking reports, arrest records, and other documents through this system.

The portal lets you specify what records you need and provides status updates. It is a convenient way to get formal documentation rather than just verbal confirmation of custody status.

Cochise County Records Fees

Cochise County charges $3 per report for the first ten pages. Each additional page costs 50 cents. Fingerprinting services are $5, cash only. These fees apply when you request copies of booking records and other documents.

The records division is at 205 N. Judd Drive in Bisbee, AZ 85603. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can request records in person, by mail, or through the NextRequest portal. Payment methods vary by request type.

Arizona public records law requires agencies to make records available promptly. Any person may request copies during regular office hours under ARS 39-121.01.

Cochise County Jail Services

Cochise County uses Securus Technologies for inmate phone and visitation services. Families can set up accounts to receive calls or schedule video visits. These third-party services require registration before use. Visit the Securus website to create an account and add funds.

For questions about current inmates, call the main number at 520-432-9500. Staff can provide custody status and basic booking information. For detailed records, use the NextRequest portal or submit a written request to the records division. The non-emergency line at 520-803-3550 is also available.

VINE Custody Notification

The Arizona VINE system provides custody notifications statewide. VINE tracks inmates in Cochise County jail along with facilities across Arizona. Crime victims can register to receive automatic alerts when custody status changes including releases and transfers.

Register at vinelink.com or call 1-800-247-9763. Choose to receive alerts by phone, email, text, or through the VINE mobile app. The service operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Registration is free. This is especially useful since Cochise County no longer posts inmate lists online.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Cochise County is in southeast Arizona along the Mexican border. Neighboring counties may have booking records for arrests near the boundary.