Access Mohave County 72 Hour Booking Records

Mohave County 72 hour booking records are no longer available through online search. The sheriff's office disabled their inmate search tool following a 2024 court ruling about online mugshot posting. Now the county shares booking info through press releases and phone calls. Mohave County covers northwestern Arizona including Kingman and Lake Havasu City. This page explains how to access Mohave County 72 hour booking information through the current available methods.

Mohave County Inmate Search Status

The Mohave County inmate search page now displays a notice that the tool has been turned off. The sheriff's office disabled it to ensure compliance with newly established legal requirements. This refers to the 9th Circuit Court ruling in Houston v. Maricopa County about online mugshot posting.

Instead of an online search, the county now shares inmate information through press releases. Media and the public can access these releases for booking updates. This is a more limited form of access than the previous online search provided. For specific inquiries about individuals, you need to call the jail.

Mohave County Jail Contact Information

The Mohave County jail detention page has contact details for the facility. The jail operates around the clock. Call (928) 753-0759 to check on someone's custody status. Staff can confirm if a person was booked, when it happened, and current charges.

The jail address is 501 S. Highway 66 in Kingman, AZ 86401. The county main line is (928) 753-9141 for general questions. For 72 hour booking inquiries, the jail line is the best option since it operates 24/7 and staff have direct access to booking records.

TouchPay handles inmate account deposits for Mohave County. The facility code is 286401. NCIC Correctional Services also works with the jail. These third-party services require separate registration.

Mohave County Booking Record Copies

The Mohave County Sheriff forms and records page explains how to request copies of documents. Reports cost $5.00 each. You also need to include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your request. This applies to Mohave County 72 hour booking records and other sheriff documents.

Mail requests to the sheriff's office in Kingman. Include the person's full name, date of birth if known, and approximate date of the booking. Payment must accompany the request. Cash is not recommended by mail. Use a money order or check instead.

Cities in Mohave County

Lake Havasu City is the largest city in Mohave County with a population over 50,000. All Lake Havasu City arrests go to the Mohave County jail for 72 hour booking. Kingman is the county seat but has a smaller population. Bullhead City is another major community in the county.

City police make arrests, but the county sheriff runs the jail. When looking for someone arrested by Lake Havasu City Police or any other local agency in Mohave County, call the county jail at (928) 753-0759. The booking record will show which agency made the arrest.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Mohave County is in northwestern Arizona. It borders Nevada and California as well as other Arizona counties. If the arrest occurred outside Mohave County, check the appropriate jurisdiction.

Neighboring counties include Coconino County to the east, Yavapai County to the southeast, and La Paz County to the south. Each has its own 72 hour booking system and access methods.

Note: The tri-state area near Bullhead City can cause jurisdiction confusion. Confirm where the arrest happened before searching.