Mesa Public Records Search

Mesa public records include police reports, building permits, court records, and city council documents from Arizona's third largest city. The city serves about 520,000 residents in Maricopa County. You can search many Mesa public records online through city databases and request others through their GovQA portal. Property records and Superior Court cases go through Maricopa County. This guide covers how to access Mesa public records from city departments.

How to Request Mesa Public Records

Mesa uses the GovQA system for public records requests. You can submit requests online, track progress, and receive records electronically. The system handles requests for most city departments.

Submit requests through mesaaz.govqa.us. Create an account to manage your submissions. You can also submit requests by mail or fax at (480) 644-2821.

Contact the City Clerk at 20 E. Main St., Suite 150. Phone: (480) 644-2099. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 AM to 6 PM. Staff can help with questions about available records.

Mesa Building Permits

The city maintains building permit records through the Accela system. You can search permits, check inspection status, and view project details online.

Search the Mesa Building Permits database to find permit information. You can search by address, permit number, or contractor name.

The system shows permit status, inspection results, and related documents. This helps when you need to verify work was properly permitted and inspected.

Mesa Municipal Court Records

Mesa has its own municipal court that handles city ordinance violations and misdemeanors. Court records are searchable online through the eCourt system.

Use the Mesa eCourt system to search court cases. You can find case information, hearing dates, and case status. The system is free to use.

For more serious cases, check Maricopa County Superior Court. Municipal court handles only city-level matters.

Mesa Open Data and City Code

Mesa provides open data and city ordinances online. These resources help you understand city operations and regulations.

The Mesa Open Data Portal contains datasets on city operations, public safety, and community information. Data is free to download and use.

The Mesa Contracts Search shows city purchasing contracts. You can see who the city does business with and contract terms.

The Mesa City Code is available through Municode. This includes all city ordinances and regulations.

Mesa Police Records

The Mesa Police Department handles requests for police reports and accident reports. They have a dedicated records unit at their main station.

Contact Police Records at 130 N. Robson St. Phone: (480) 644-2310. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 7 AM to 6 PM. Staff can process requests and explain what records are available.

Mesa Property and Court Records

Property records and Superior Court cases for Mesa go through Maricopa County. The city handles only municipal court matters.

Visit the Maricopa County Public Records page for property deeds, assessor records, and Superior Court cases.

Nearby Arizona Cities

These cities neighbor Mesa in the East Valley.