Gila County DUI Case Records

Gila County DUI records are kept by the Superior Court and Sheriff's Office in Globe. The county covers a large stretch of central Arizona, from the Tonto National Forest to parts of the San Carlos Apache Reservation. Most DUI cases here go through the Gila County Superior Court for felony charges or the justice courts for misdemeanors. You can request DUI records from the Clerk of the Superior Court in Globe. The Sheriff's Office also keeps arrest reports and booking records for DUI arrests made by deputies. Globe and Payson are the largest towns in the county, though neither has a population over fifty thousand.

Gila County Clerk of Court DUI Records

The Clerk of the Superior Court in Gila County handles all court records for felony DUI cases. This office keeps files for aggravated DUI charges, third offense cases, and any DUI that gets bumped up to a felony under Arizona law. You can ask for copies in person or by mail. The clerk is in Globe at the main courthouse.

The Gila County Court Records Request page explains how to get copies of DUI case files. You need to fill out a form and pay the copy fees. Standard copies cost fifty cents per page. If you need a certified copy, that runs thirty-five dollars per document. The clerk can search for cases if you give them the defendant name and rough date range. Research fees may apply for complex searches.

The court records request form is on the county website. Fill it out and bring it to the clerk in Globe.

Gila County does not have an online court records search like some of the bigger Arizona counties. You cannot look up DUI cases from home on a county database. Instead, you have to contact the clerk directly. Call ahead to make sure the records you need are there before driving to Globe. The staff can tell you what is on file for a specific case or defendant name. For statewide searches, you can try the Arizona Courts Public Access portal, which pulls from courts across the state including Gila County.

Gila County Sheriff DUI Arrest Records

The Gila County Sheriff's Office makes DUI arrests on county roads and in unincorporated areas. They patrol the highways that run through the Tonto Basin and along the Mogollon Rim. When a deputy arrests someone for DUI, the booking and arrest report go into the sheriff's records system. You can request these records from the Records Division.

The Gila County Sheriff Records Division handles public records requests. This includes DUI arrest reports, booking records, and incident reports. You submit a written request and pay any fees that apply. The sheriff may charge for copies and for staff time to find the records. Response times vary based on how busy they are and how far back the records go.

The Records Division is in the sheriff's main office in Globe. You can call or visit in person to start a request for DUI arrest records.

DUI Laws That Apply in Gila County

Arizona DUI statutes apply the same way in Gila County as in every other county in the state. A standard DUI under A.R.S. 28-1381 is a class one misdemeanor. This covers driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08 or higher. It also covers driving while impaired to the slightest degree by alcohol or drugs. First and second offense DUI cases are misdemeanors that go to justice court in Gila County.

Extreme DUI under A.R.S. 28-1382 kicks in at a BAC of 0.15 or higher. Super extreme DUI applies at 0.20 or more. These are still misdemeanors but carry tougher penalties. Aggravated DUI under A.R.S. 28-1383 is a felony. It applies when someone gets a third DUI within eighty-four months, drives on a suspended license, has a child in the car, or goes the wrong way on a highway. Felony DUI cases go to Gila County Superior Court in Globe.

Note: Arizona does not expunge DUI convictions, but you may be able to seal records under A.R.S. 13-911.

How to Search Gila County DUI Records

Start with the statewide court portal. The Arizona Courts Public Access system lets you search for cases filed in courts across the state. Type in the name and look for results from Gila County. This may show Superior Court cases but not always justice court cases from smaller courts.

If the statewide search does not show what you need, contact the Gila County Clerk of Court directly. Give them the defendant name and any dates you have. They can search their local system for DUI filings. The clerk can tell you what records exist and what it will cost to get copies. Call (928) 425-3231 to reach the clerk's office in Globe. They can walk you through the process over the phone.

For arrest records instead of court records, go to the Sheriff's Office. The Records Division has DUI arrest reports and booking info. These are separate from court files. If you need both the arrest side and the court side, you will need to make requests to both offices. Gila County does not have a single portal that shows everything in one place.

Note: DUI records stay on file for a long time in Arizona, often for more than five years after case closure.

Gila County DUI Record Request Fees

Fees for DUI records in Gila County follow the standard Arizona court fee schedule. Copies of court documents cost fifty cents per page. Certified copies cost thirty-five dollars per document. You pay these fees to the Clerk of the Superior Court when you pick up your records.

Sheriff records may have different fees. The Records Division sets its own charges for arrest reports and incident records. Expect to pay a few dollars for standard copies. There may be a search fee or staff time charge for complex requests. Ask about fees when you submit your request so there are no surprises. Payment methods vary by office, so check if they take cash, check, or card.

Gila County Justice Courts and DUI Cases

Misdemeanor DUI cases in Gila County go through justice courts. The county has justice court precincts that handle traffic offenses and minor crimes. First offense DUI and second offense DUI are typically justice court matters unless aggravating factors make them felonies. The justice courts are spread across the county to serve different areas.

Globe Justice Court handles cases from the Globe area. Payson Justice Court covers the Payson area in the northern part of the county. Each justice court keeps its own records for the cases it handles. To find a specific DUI case, you may need to figure out which precinct handled it based on where the arrest happened. The clerk's office in Globe can help you figure out which court to contact if you are not sure.

Justice court records include the charging document, case status, plea, and outcome. You can ask the justice court clerk for copies of DUI case files. Fees are similar to Superior Court fees. Response times depend on how busy each court is at the time of your request.

Arizona MVD Records for Gila County DUI

A DUI conviction affects your driving record. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division tracks license suspensions, revocations, and points on your record. This is separate from court records. If you need your own driving history, you can get it from the MVD online at azmvdnow.gov.

When someone gets a DUI in Gila County, the MVD handles the administrative side. That includes the Admin Per Se suspension for failing or refusing a breath test. The MVD suspends the license for ninety days on a first offense with a BAC of 0.08 or higher. Refusing the test means a one year suspension on a first refusal. These suspensions happen through the MVD, not through the court. You can request your own driving record to see what suspensions or points you have.

Sealing DUI Records in Gila County

Arizona now allows sealing of some criminal records. This law took effect in December 2022. Under A.R.S. 13-911, you can petition to seal a DUI conviction after meeting certain conditions. The waiting period depends on the offense type. Misdemeanor DUI has a shorter wait than felony DUI.

To seal a Gila County DUI record, you file a petition with the court that handled your case. For Superior Court felonies, file in Globe. For justice court misdemeanors, file with that specific justice court. You must have completed your sentence, paid fines, and finished probation. The court reviews your petition and decides whether to grant it. Sealing is not automatic and not guaranteed.

Sealed records are hidden from most public searches. Law enforcement can still see them. Employers cannot see sealed records on a standard background check. If you have questions about eligibility, talk to a lawyer or use the Arizona Courts Self-Service Center resources.

Towns in Gila County

Gila County includes several towns but none with populations over fifty thousand. Globe is the county seat with about seven thousand residents. Payson is larger at around fifteen thousand people. Neither town has its own municipal court handling DUI cases separately from the county courts.

DUI arrests in Globe go to Gila County justice court or Superior Court depending on the charges. Same for Payson and other towns like Miami, Hayden, and Star Valley. All DUI records funnel through the county court system and sheriff's office. There are no separate city court records to search in Gila County for DUI cases.

Nearby Arizona Counties

DUI cases near county borders may be filed in a neighboring county. If you cannot find records in Gila County, check these nearby areas.