Mesa Jail Roster Search

Mesa jail roster information comes from two sources. The city has its own jail for short-term holds. But most inmates transfer to Maricopa County jail. Mesa is the third largest city in Arizona. To find someone arrested in Mesa, check both the city jail and the Maricopa County jail roster. This page explains how Mesa's jail system works and where to search for inmates.

Search Mesa Jail Roster

For the Mesa City Jail, call (480) 644-2323 to ask if someone is in custody. The city jail is for short-term holds only. Most people transfer to Maricopa County jail within 24 to 72 hours.

For Maricopa County jail roster searches, use the MCSO Inmate Information page. Search by name and date of birth or booking number. This free search works any time. Results show all inmates at county facilities.

The Mesa Police Criminal Justice Information Division handles records requests.

Mesa Police Department

Mesa Police is at 130 North Robson, Mesa, AZ 85201. Non-emergency line is 480-644-2211. Records division is (480) 644-2310. City jail information is 480-644-2323.

Mesa Police records fees:

• MAARS (background) search: $10.00
• Arrest records: $5.00 for first 20 pages, $0.25 each after

Note: Check both city jail and county jail for Mesa arrests.

Maricopa County Jail Search

The MCSO inmate search is where most Mesa arrests end up. After the city jail hold, inmates transfer to county custody. The online search is free and works any time. Enter the person's name and date of birth.

Call the MCSO inmate hotline at (602) 876-0322. This automated line runs around the clock. It uses voice commands to search for inmates. Have the person's full name ready when you call.

Inmate Services

Once at Maricopa County jail, inmates can receive money and calls through third-party systems. ViaPath (GettingOut) handles video visitation. TouchPay handles money deposits. GTL runs the phone system.

Video visits cost $0.25 per minute for remote visits. Each inmate gets one free video visit per week. On-site visits at the jail cost $7.95 for 20 minutes. Schedule visits through the ViaPath website or app.

Victim Notification

Arizona VINE alerts crime victims when an inmate's status changes. This includes release, transfer, or escape. The service is free and confidential. Register at VINELink or call 1-800-247-9763.

You pick how to get alerts: phone, text, or email. The VINE help line is 1-866-277-7477 for questions. The system runs around the clock.

Mesa Public Records

Arizona law gives the public access to many police records. ARS 39-121 requires agencies to open records during office hours. Contact Mesa Police records at (480) 644-2310 for city records or Maricopa County Sheriff for county jail records.

Some records are restricted. These include juvenile cases and ongoing investigations. MAARS background searches cost $10. Arrest records cost $5 for the first 20 pages.

Nearby Arizona Cities

These nearby cities also use Maricopa County jail for detention.