Santa Cruz County Public Records

Santa Cruz County public records are available online and at county offices in Nogales. The county sits along the Mexican border in southern Arizona, serving Nogales and surrounding communities. Property documents, court filings, and other public records can be searched through county databases. This guide covers how to find and request Santa Cruz County public records from the Recorder, Assessor, and court offices.

How to Request Santa Cruz County Records

Santa Cruz County accepts public records requests through an online form and by email. You can also make requests in person at county offices.

Use the Santa Cruz County Public Records Request Form to submit requests online. You can also email publicrecords@santacruzcountyaz.gov with details about what records you need.

Staff will respond with availability and fee information. Include dates, names, and document types when possible to help staff locate the right records quickly.

Santa Cruz County Recorder Documents

The Recorder maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, and other documents that affect property ownership. These records are public and searchable online.

The Santa Cruz County Recorder Index Search lets you find recorded documents online. Search by name, document type, or recording date. The database includes records going back many years.

The Recorder office is at 2150 N. Congress Dr., Suite 101 in Nogales. Phone: (520) 375-7990. Document copies cost $1 per page. Certification adds $3 per document.

Santa Cruz County Assessor Records

The Assessor tracks property values and ownership for tax purposes. You can search basic property information through their office.

The county offers GIS maps for property research at gis.santacruzcountyaz.gov. These maps show parcel boundaries and help you locate specific properties. Contact the Assessor at (520) 375-8030 for detailed property information.

In-person visits let you access more detailed records. Staff can help you find ownership history, assessed values, and property characteristics. Bring the address or parcel number if you know it.

Santa Cruz County Court Records

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

For Superior Court cases, use the statewide Arizona Courts eAccess system. You can search cases from July 2010 forward. Basic case information is often free to view. Document images cost $10 each.

Contact the Clerk of Superior Court for records not available online. Staff can help locate case files and make copies of documents you need.

Note: Some records involving minors or sealed cases have restricted access. Ask the clerk about availability.

Santa Cruz County Records Fees

Viewing records in person is free. Fees apply when you want copies of documents.

Standard fees for Santa Cruz County records:

• Document copies: $1 per page
• Certification: $3 per document
• Recording new documents: $30

Court records may have different fee structures. Ask the clerk about specific rates before ordering.

Communities in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County includes Nogales, Rio Rico, and other border communities. None exceed 50,000 in population.

For city-specific records like police reports, contact the City of Nogales directly. County offices handle property documents and court records for all areas within the county.

Nearby Arizona Counties

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