Gila County Public Records

Gila County public records are searchable online and at county offices in Globe. The county covers mountainous terrain in central Arizona, including the communities of Payson, Globe, and Miami. Property documents, court filings, and other public records can be accessed through county databases. This guide explains how to find and request Gila County public records from the Recorder, Assessor, and other offices.

How to Request Gila County Records

Gila County accepts public records requests through an online form and in person. The county provides a dedicated email address for records requests.

Download forms from the Gila County Public Records Request Forms page. You can also email requests to publicrecordsrequest@gilacountyaz.gov. Describe what records you need with as much detail as possible.

Staff will respond with availability and cost information. In-person requests work well when you want to view records before deciding what to copy.

Gila County Recorder Documents

The Recorder maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents. Records from 1985 to present are searchable online. Earlier records require an in-person visit.

The Gila County Recorder Search lets you find documents by name, document type, or recording date. The database covers records from 1985 forward. You can view basic index information and order copies online.

Gila County has two Recorder offices. The Globe office is at 1400 E. Ash St., phone (928) 402-8740. The Payson office is at 707 S. Colcord Rd., phone (928) 474-7139. In-person copies cost $0.25 per page. Online copies from the recorder search are $1 per page unofficial.

Gila County Assessor Property Records

The Assessor tracks property values and ownership for tax purposes. You can search these records online for free.

The Gila County Assessor Search lets you look up properties by address, owner name, or parcel number. Results show assessed values, property details, and ownership information.

The Treasurer Tax Search shows property tax amounts and payment status. This helps when you need to verify taxes are current on a property.

For mapping, the Gila County GIS Mapping tool shows property boundaries on aerial photos. You can explore parcels across the county and see their details.

Gila County Court Records

Court records come from Superior Court in Globe and justice courts in the county. Civil lawsuits, criminal matters, and family cases all create public records.

For Superior Court cases, use the statewide Arizona Courts eAccess system. Search cases from July 2010 forward. Basic searches show case information. Document images cost $10 each.

The Clerk of Superior Court can help with older records or records not available online. Contact the court for specific procedures and fees.

Gila County Records Fees

Viewing records is free. Fees apply when you want copies. Gila County has some of the lowest copy fees in Arizona.

Standard fees include:

• In-person copies: $0.25 per page
• Online recorder copies: $1 per page (unofficial)
• Certification: $3 per document
• Recording new documents: $30

Communities in Gila County

Gila County includes Globe, Payson, Miami, and other mountain communities. None exceed 50,000 in population.

For city-specific records, contact the city directly. County offices handle property documents and court records for all areas in the county.

Nearby Arizona Counties

These counties border Gila County. Check them for records from neighboring areas.