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This page lists all 68 city jails in Arizona. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Arizona
Understanding city jails in the Arizona
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Arizona. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Arizona, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Arizona, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Arizona's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Arizona, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Arizona
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Arizona has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Arizona. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Arizona
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Arizona
The full list of city jails in Arizona is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Chandler Jail
250 East Chicago St, Chandler, AZ 85225
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Maricopa | View Details |
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El Mirage Jail
14405 Palm St
PO Box 26, El Mirage, AZ 85335
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Gilbert Jail
75 East Civic Center Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Goodyear Jail
175 North 145th Ave, Goodyear, AZ 85338
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Jail System
550 West Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Paradise Valley Jail
6433 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Peoria Jail
8351 West Cinnabar Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Phoenix Jail
620 West Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Scottsdale Jail - District 1 McKellips
7601 East McKellips Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Scottsdale Jail - District 2 Downtown
3700 North 75th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Scottsdale Jail - District 3 Via Linda
9065 East Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Scottsdale Jail - District 4 Foothills
20363 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Scottsdale Jail - Headquarters
8401 East Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Surprise Jail
14250 West Statler Plaza
Suite #103, Surprise, AZ 85374
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Tempe Jail
120 East 5th St #303, Tempe, AZ 85281
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Tolleson Jail
8350 West Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85383
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Wickenburg Jail
155 North Tegner St
Suite C, Wickenburg, AZ 85390
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Maricopa | View Details |
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Bullhead Jail
1255 Marina Blvd, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
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Mohave | View Details |
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Lake Havasu Jail Facility
2360 McCulloch Blvd North, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
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Mohave | View Details |
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Holbrook Jail
120 East Buffalo St
PO Box 656, Holbrook, AZ 86025
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Navajo | View Details |
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Pinetop-Lakeside Jail
1360 North Niels Hansen Lane, Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ 85929
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Navajo | View Details |
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Show Low Jail
150 N 6th St
PO Box 1497, Show Low, AZ 85901
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Navajo | View Details |
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Snowflake-Taylor Jail
602 South Main St, Snowflake-Taylor, AZ 85937
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Navajo | View Details |
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Winslow Jail
115 East Second St, Winslow, AZ 86047
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Navajo | View Details |
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Marana Jail
11555 West Civic Center Drive, Marana, AZ 85653
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Pima | View Details |
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