Request Arrest History or Clearance Letter

Letters documenting an individual's arrest history with the Tucson Police Department are available to that person or an authorized representative. Requests for this service must be made by mail or in person. 

Due to high volume, we are unable to process arrest history and clearance letter requests immediately. Every effort will be made to complete requests within fifteen business days of receiving your request. Thank you for your patience.

Mail

Step 1.Download a request form

Download one of the request forms below.

Step 2.Fill out the form

  • Fill out the top part with your name and contact information.
  • Fill out Section C with the name, any former/maiden names, date of birth, driver's license state and number, and Social Security Number of the person whose records you are requesting.

Step 3.Include your name and date of birth

Include your full name, any former/maiden names, and your date of birth.

Step 4.Need a notarized copy?

State whether you need a notarized copy of the arrest history or clearance letter.

Step 5.Have your signature notarized

The person submitting the request must have their signature notarized.

Step 6.Fill it out and submit it

Submit your completed form via mail to:

Tucson Police Department
Records Section
270 S Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701-1917

Step 7.Pay the fee

An invoice will be mailed to you after your request is received. If paying by credit card, use the convenient online option below.

Checks and money orders should be made payable to "City of Tucson" and mailed with a copy of the invoice to:

Tucson Police Department
Records Section
270 S Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701-1917

In Person

Step 1.Download a request form

Download one of the request forms below.

Step 2.Fill out the form

  • Fill out the top part with your name and contact information.
  • Fill out Section C with the name, any former/maiden names, date of birth, driver's license state and number, and Social Security Number of the person whose records you are requesting.

Step 3.Include your name and date of birth

Include your full name, any former/maiden names, and your date of birth.

Step 4.Need a notarized copy?

State whether you need a notarized copy of the arrest history or clearance letter.

Step 5.Have your signature notarized

The person submitting the request must have their signature notarized.

Step 6.Bring the completed form and a copy of your ID

Bring a copy of your government-issued photo ID or birth certificate.

If you are requesting records for anyone other than yourself, bring a copy of their goverment-issued photo ID or birth certificate.

Step 7.Pay the fee

The charge is $5.00 for three copies of the letter. Checks and money orders should be made payable to "City of Tucson" and brought with you to:

Tucson Police Department
Records Section
270 S Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701-1917

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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