Search Yavapai County Court Docket Records

Yavapai County court dockets are maintained at the main courthouse in Prescott by Clerk of Court Donna McQuality and her staff. The Superior Court handles all felony cases, civil matters over $10,000, family law disputes, and probate proceedings for the county. Court dockets provide a complete history of each case from the initial filing through final judgment, showing all hearings, motions filed, court orders, and outcomes. Public access to these dockets is available both online and in person at the clerk's office located at 120 South Cortez Street in Prescott.

Accessing Court Records

The Clerk of Court office provides access to all Superior Court dockets and case files. You can reach them at 928-771-3312. The main office is at 120 South Cortez Street, Prescott, AZ 86303. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The staff can search for cases by party name or case number and tell you what documents are available in the file. If you need copies, they can process those requests on the spot or by mail.

Free online access is through the statewide portal at apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess. This system lets you look up court dockets from 177 Arizona courts including all Yavapai County courts. Search by name or case number. The results show case type, charges or claims, key dates, and current status. You can view the docket summary without paying fees or creating an account.

The following screenshot shows the Superior Court Records page at courts.yavapaiaz.gov with instructions for requesting records from the clerk.

This page explains how to submit a records request, what information you need to provide, and the fees charged for copies and certification of court documents.

Types of Court Docket Entries

Criminal court dockets in Yavapai County list all felony cases. These include drug offenses, theft, fraud, assault, burglary, domestic violence felonies, and DUI with multiple priors. The docket shows the defendant, charges filed by the prosecutor, the defense attorney, all court appearances, plea negotiations, trial dates, and sentencing if convicted. Each docket entry is dated so you can track what happened and when. The final disposition shows whether the case ended with a guilty plea, trial verdict, or dismissal.

Civil dockets cover lawsuits between parties. Personal injury claims from accidents, contract disputes, property boundary disagreements, business litigation, and foreclosure actions all appear in civil court dockets. The docket identifies the plaintiff who sued, the defendant being sued, the amount claimed, when the complaint was served, the defendant's response, all motions and hearings, and the final judgment. Some cases settle before trial and the docket will show the settlement agreement or dismissal.

Family law dockets include divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, paternity, and protective orders. The docket lists both spouses or parties, the date filed, temporary order hearings, mediation sessions, trial dates if contested, and the final decree. Parts of family cases may be confidential to protect children, but most docket information showing hearing dates and case status is public. You can check a family law docket to see when hearings are scheduled or whether a divorce has been finalized.

Probate court dockets show estates of deceased persons, guardianships for minors or incapacitated adults, and conservatorships for managing someone's finances. The docket lists the person who died or needs protection, the personal representative or guardian appointed, creditor claims, asset inventories, and distribution orders. These cases can take months or years to complete, and the docket provides a record of all actions taken by the court.

Contact and Payment Information

For general questions about court dockets or records, use the contact directory at courts.yavapaiaz.gov/Departments/Clerk/Contact-Us shown below.

This directory has phone numbers and email addresses for different sections of the clerk's office based on case type and what you need.

Fees for copies are 50 cents per page. Certified copies cost $35 per document plus the copy fee. Certification means the clerk adds an official seal and signature to verify the copy is authentic. Some agencies and courts require certified copies rather than regular ones. Postage is $8 if you want the clerk to mail documents to you. Payment can be made in person with cash, check, or credit card, or you can pay online through the payment portal at payments.yavapaiaz.gov for certain fees and services.

Clerk Main Services

Visit the Clerk main page at courts.yavapaiaz.gov/Departments/Clerk to learn about all services provided.

The clerk handles filing new cases, collecting fees, issuing summons, recording judgments, maintaining the official court file, providing public access to dockets, and certifying copies of court documents.

Justice Courts in Yavapai County

Yavapai County operates five Justice Courts spread across different regions. These courts handle misdemeanors, traffic violations, small civil claims up to $10,000, evictions, and small claims up to $3,500. The five precincts are Bagdad-Yarnell, Mayer, Prescott, Seligman, and Verde Valley. Each maintains its own case files and dockets.

Justice Court dockets show the parties, case number, charges or claims, hearing dates, and outcomes. Many cases are resolved with a plea agreement or payment of fines. More serious misdemeanors may go to trial. You can view Justice Court dockets through the statewide search portal or by contacting the specific precinct where the case was filed.

The Verde Valley Justice Court serves Cottonwood, Sedona, Camp Verde, and surrounding areas. The Prescott Justice Court covers the county seat and nearby communities. Mayer Justice Court handles cases in the central region. Bagdad-Yarnell serves the western mining areas. Seligman Justice Court covers the northern part of the county. If you are not sure which precinct has jurisdiction, call the clerk's office for guidance.

Getting Document Copies

You can get copies in person at the clerk's office in Prescott. Walk in during business hours. Provide the case number or party names. Tell the clerk which documents you need. They will pull the file and make copies while you wait or schedule a pickup time if the file is large. Pay before you leave. Bring cash or a card.

Mail requests go to Clerk of Court, 120 South Cortez Street, Prescott, AZ 86303. Include the case number, names of all parties, a description of what documents you want, and your return address. Send a check or money order for the fees. Add $8 for postage. The clerk will process the request and mail copies to you. Allow two to four weeks depending on workload.

Email inquiries can be sent to YavapaiRecordsManagement@courts.az.gov for questions about records. The clerk's staff can tell you what documents are available and how to request them, but they cannot send court records by email due to security and privacy rules. You still need to submit a formal request and pay the fees.

For faster service, use the eAccess system at eaccess.azcourts.gov. Register with an email and credit card. Search for your case. Select the documents you want. Pay $10 per document. Download PDFs immediately. This costs more than in-person copies but saves time if you need records quickly.

Nearby Counties

Yavapai County shares borders with several other counties. If your case was filed elsewhere, search these neighboring court systems:

• Maricopa County to the south and east
• Coconino County to the north
• Gila County to the southeast
• Mohave County to the west
• La Paz County to the southwest

Each county operates its own courts and maintains separate dockets. Cases filed in another county will not show up in Yavapai County searches. You must check with the county where the legal action took place.