Find Gila County Court Docket Information

Gila County court dockets are maintained by the Clerk of Court at two main locations in Globe and Payson. The main Superior Court facility is at 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, AZ 85501, with a satellite office at 714 S. Beeline Hwy #104, Payson, AZ 85541. All felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits over $10,000, family law matters including divorce and custody disputes, and probate cases go through Superior Court where complete docket records are kept. The public can access these court dockets either online through the statewide portal or by contacting the clerk's office directly at 928-402-8672.

Court Docket Search Options

The Clerk of Court handles all public access requests for court dockets and case files. Call 928-402-8672 to reach the clerk. You can also email coglobe@courts.az.gov for questions about records. The staff can search by party name or case number and tell you what documents are in the file. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at both the Globe and Payson locations.

Free online access is available through Arizona's statewide portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess. This system includes all Gila County courts. Search by name or case number. Results show case type, charges or claims, key dates, and status. Viewing docket summaries is free with no registration required.

The court records request page at gilacountyaz.gov provides information about fees and procedures, as shown below.

This page explains how to request records, what information you need to provide, and the fees for copies and certification.

Types of Court Docket Cases

Criminal dockets in Gila County include all felony prosecutions. Drug crimes, theft over $1,000, burglary, assault, fraud, and serious DUI offenses appear on criminal court dockets. The docket shows the defendant's name, charges filed, the prosecutor and defense attorney, all court appearance dates, plea agreements, trial proceedings, and sentencing outcomes. Each docket entry is dated so you can follow the case timeline from arrest through final judgment.

Civil case dockets cover lawsuits between parties over money or property. Personal injury claims, contract disputes, real estate disagreements, business litigation, and foreclosure actions all appear in civil dockets. The docket identifies who sued whom, the amount claimed, when papers were served, the defendant's response, all motions and hearings, and the final judgment or settlement. You can track a civil case through the docket to see what actions have been taken and what stage the case has reached.

Family law dockets include divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, paternity, and protective orders. The docket lists both parties, filing date, temporary order hearings, mediation sessions, trial dates if contested, and final decrees. Some family law details may be sealed to protect children's privacy, but basic docket information showing case status and hearing schedules is generally available to the public.

Probate dockets show estates of deceased persons and guardianship cases. The docket identifies the decedent or protected person, the personal representative or guardian appointed by the court, creditor claims, asset inventories, and distribution orders. Conservatorship cases for managing finances of incapacitated adults also appear in probate dockets. These cases can last many months, and the docket provides a record of all court actions and oversight throughout the process.

Sealed cases do not appear in public searches. Juvenile delinquency matters are confidential. Mental health proceedings are sealed. Adoption records are restricted. Even if you know a sealed case exists, it will not show up in any public docket search.

Courts Main Page

The courts main page at gilacountyaz.gov provides an overview of the court system in Gila County.

This page explains the structure of Superior Court and Justice Courts and provides links to additional resources and contact information.

Self-Service Center

Gila County offers a self-service center to help people who represent themselves in court. Visit the self-service center page at gilacountyaz.gov for information about forms and assistance.

The self-service center provides forms, instructions, and guidance for people handling cases without a lawyer, including help understanding court dockets and procedures.

Obtaining Document Copies

In-person requests can be made at either the Globe or Payson office. Walk in during business hours. Provide the case number or party names. Tell the clerk which documents you need copied. Standard copies cost 50 cents per page. Certified copies are $35 per document plus the per-page fee. Audio recordings of court proceedings cost $35. Pay at the counter with cash, check, or credit card.

For mail requests, write to Clerk of Court, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, AZ 85501. Include the case number, names of all parties, a list of documents needed, and your return address. Send payment by check or money order for the copy fees. Add $8 for postage and handling. The clerk will process your request and mail the documents to you. Allow two to four weeks for processing depending on workload.

You can make payments online at gilasuperiorcourtpay.com for certain fees and services. This payment portal allows you to pay fines, fees, and other court costs electronically.

The eAccess system at eaccess.azcourts.gov allows you to purchase court documents online for $10 per document. Create an account. Search for your case. Select documents to download. Pay and receive PDF copies immediately. This option costs more than getting copies from the clerk but provides instant access.

Nearby Counties

Gila County shares borders with several other Arizona counties. If your case was filed in a neighboring jurisdiction, check these court systems:

• Maricopa County to the west
• Pinal County to the south
• Yavapai County to the northwest
• Coconino County to the north
• Navajo County to the northeast
• Graham County to the east
• Greenlee County to the east

Each county operates its own court system with separate dockets. Cases filed in another county will not appear in Gila County searches. You need to contact the appropriate county clerk's office for those records.