1.  Where is the Sheriff's Office located?
The Sheriff's Office is located at 141 S. 3rd Avenue--on the northwest corner of 3rd Avenue and 1st Street. Parking is available in the parking garage at the corner of 3rd Avenue and 2nd Street.

2.  What are the lobby hours of the Sheriff's Office?
Our lobby is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. except on holidays.

3.  How do I apply for a job at the Sheriff's Office?
Submit an application to County Human Resources at 198 S. Main Street, fax 928-373-1153. Once your application is submitted, a representative from the Sheriff's Office will contact you regarding testing and/or for an interview.

4.  How do I get a copy of a Sheriff's Office report and how much does it cost?
You must complete and submit a "Report Request Form". Requests may be submitted in person or may be mailed to: 141 S. 3rd Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364.  Picture identification is required at the time of request and pick up. Requested report(s) will be ready for pick-up after 5 days.  Contact our Records Department at (928) 783-4427, Ext. 1014 for a copy of the Report Request Form or for more information. The request form is also available on our website at YCSO Forms.  The cost is $3.00 for accident reports; $3.00 for full copy reports; $1.00 for basic report (single face sheet). 
Add 50 cents for postage if report is to be mailed

5.  I need to be fingerprinted for a job. Does the Yuma County Sheriff's Office do public fingerprinting and what does it cost?
The Sheriff's Office does fingerprinting on:

Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The cost is $3.00 per card.  You must bring a fingerprint card. Card must be filled out in black ink.  Picture identification is required.

6.  Where can I get an Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment ?
Any Court in Arizona can issue an Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment.  Go to the courthouse (you may want to call the courthouse first to see if you need an appointment or to get instructions):

7.  What if I can't afford to pay for the fees?
There is no fee for filing a petition for an Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment.  NOTE:  There is also no fee for service of an Order of Protection arising from a dating relationship.

8.  What happens after the order is served?
An Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment is effective for one year after the defendant receives it from a Process Server or Law Enforcement Officer.  A defendant is entitled to a hearing on any Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment issued by the Court.  If a hearing is requested, you will be notified of the court date.  Your failure to appear at the court date may result in a dismissal of the Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment.  If the defendant violates any part of the Order of Protection or an Injunction Against Harassment after it has been served, you should call the local Police Department or County Sheriff's Office immediately.  Violation of a protective order is a criminal act, and the defendant may be arrested.

NOTE: A copy of the Order of Protection will be sent to the local Sheriff's Office by the court clerk.  KEEP A COPY OF THE ORDER WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES.

9.  I have been ordered to stay away from my house.  How do I collect my belongings?
If you need to get personal belongings or clothing, a Judicial Officer may allow you to return to the residence one time.  If authorized by the Judicial Officer, you must have a law enforcement officer accompany you to the residence.  You should contact the local Police Department or County Sheriff's Office to make an appointment.  The law enforcement officer cannot resolve disputes regarding what property belongs to which person.  However, if you don't get all of your belongings in the one trip, you may file a civil action to recover property in the residence that you believe is wrongfully denied to you.

10.  What can I do if I believe this order stops me from seeing my children?
If you believe that your rights of parenting time or custody have been taken away by the issuance of an Order of Protection, you may:

1. Arrange for parenting time or custody through someone who is not the person who obtained the order against you.

2. Ask for a hearing in the Court that issued the order against you.

3. Ask the Superior Court, as part of a domestic relations case, to clarify your rights of parenting time or custody if you believe that the order ignores or violates those rights.

DETENTION

1.  How can I find out if someone is in jail?
Call the Detention Center at 928-782-9871.  Select the option for Admitting and you will be connected to the Admitting Clerk.  You will need to provide the Admitting clerk with the person’s full name and date of birth, if known.

2.  My spouse/friend/family member was arrested. What happens now? How can I get them out of jail?
Generally most misdemeanors that are not domestic related have set bonds.  If they are charged with a felony, they will have to appear in court within 24 hours and a Judge may set a bond.  You can contact the Detention Center at 928-782-9871.  Select the option for Admitting and you will be connected to the Admitting Clerk. The Admitting Clerk will be able to tell you if the prisoner is eligible for a bond. If they are not, a court appearance (initial appearance) will be set. The location and time will be explained to you.

3.  How can I find out the charges for a prisoner?
The Detention Center cannot give out information regarding charges for prisoners.  You can contact the court of record for charge information.  If you do not know the court of record, Detention Staff can provide you with that information.

4.  How can I post a bond for a prisoner?
You can post a bond for a prisoner at the court of record.  After business hours, the Detention Center can accept cash in the exact amount ONLY. Detention staff cannot make change.  If you are going to use a bondsman, they are listed in the phone book.  The Detention Center cannot make recommendations for a bondsman.

5.  How can I find out a prisoner's next court date?
If you know what court a prisoner’s case is out of, contact that court.  If you do not know which court their case is out of, contact the Detention Center at 928-782-9871.  Select the option for Admitting and you will be connected to the Admitting Clerk. The Admitting Clerk will be able to advise you which court needs to be contacted.

6.  The court released my spouse/friend/family member this morning during court, when will they be released?
The release time depends upon when the Detention Center receives the release paper work from the court.  This may take a little time depending on the court and how many prisoners are being seen.  Click here for the Scheduled Release Times.

7.  Where do I go to pick up my spouse/family member/friend when they are released?
All prisoner releases are processed through the release gazebo located off of 1st Street at the Detention Center.

8.  When is a sentenced prisoner going to be released?
Sentenced prisoners are usually released after their work detail.  You can contact the Detention Center at 982-782-9871.  Select the option for Admitting and you will be connected to the Admitting Clerk.  The Admitting Clerk will be able to check on the release time.

9.  My spouse/friend/family member was arrested by Border Patrol. What is going to happen to him/her?
You can contact the U.S. Marshal’s Office at 928-783-6337 or the Federal Court at 928-329-4766 for information.

10.  When and/or how can I visit someone in jail?
Usually after the first 72 hours unless the prisoner is in disciplinary segregation. All visitations are by appointment only and must be made one day in advance.  You can contact the Visitation Office at 928-539-7841 from 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. to find out what unit the prisoner is in, visitation schedule for that unit and to schedule a non contact visit.  All visitors must have a valid government picture identification with date of birth.

11.  How can I send a letter to someone in jail?
All prisoner correspondence will need to be addressed as follows:

12.  How do I get items from someone who was arrested (car keys, check book, etc.)?
The prisoner needs to authorize a property release to you. All items the prisoner was arrested with are placed in a bag and sealed. The entire bag will have to be authorized for release. Call the Detention Center at 928-782-9871.  Select the option for Admitting Supervisor.  The Admitting Supervisor will be able to process your request.

13.  How can I drop off money or other items for a prisoner?
Money may be dropped off daily at the Yuma County Detention Center, 200 W. Court Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ONLY.

Deposits on prisoner accounts may be made in forms of:

Prisoners can no longer have clothing or other items dropped off to them. Prisoners can purchase T-shirts, underwear and socks through the Detention Center Commissary. Prisoners can also purchase items such as writing paper, stamps, envelopes, snacks and hygiene items through the Detention Center Commissary.

Clothing for trial appearances can be dropped off only after the prisoner has submitted a request and the request has been approved.

14.  Can a prisoner receive incoming calls and/or can I get a message to a prisoner?
Prisoners cannot receive incoming calls and we do not pass messages to prisoners. Prisoners have access to collect call phones. If collect calls are not accepted at your home, prisoners may purchase calling cards in the amounts of $10, $20 or $30.  Outside calling cards are not accepted by the YCDC telephone systems. The collect call phones are available during non-secure mode times. You can contact the Visitation Office at 928-539-7841 for more information about the calling card program.

15.  How do I contact a prisoner for emergencies (child issues, death in family, etc.)?
Contact the Detention Center at 928-782-9871 with your emergency and select the option for the Admitting Supervisor.  Once your emergency is validated, arrangements will be made to inform the prisoner of the situation.

16.  Can I send a prisoner food items?
No.  Regular meals are served to all prisoners.  The prisoners may also purchase commissary items at a cost to them.

17.  Do prisoners have access to reading materials?
Yes.  All prisoner housing units have book carts that are changed out regularly by the Detention Center Programs Department staff and volunteers.  The Detention Center has a variety of books available due to the generosity of Yuma County citizens who donate books and magazines on a regular basis.

18.  If my spouse/friend/family member is on medications for their health, how do I get the medications to the jail?
You can drop off medications at the release gazebo located off of 1^st Street here at the Detention Center. The medications have to be in the original bottle and must be a current prescription ordered by a U.S. physician. The prescription has to be filled in the U.S. No medications will be accepted  from Mexico. No over the counter medications will be accepted. Acceptance of all medications is subject to review by medical staff as some medications are restricted (sleeping pills, narcotics, etc.).

19.  If my spouse/friend/family member is mentally unstable, how do you take care of them?
The Detention Center staff includes a range of qualified medical personnel and care providers that specialize in managing those that have a mental impairment.

20.  What services do you provide to try and help my alcohol/drug addicted spouse/friend/family member?
Programs are available to prisoners in all custody levels. Such programs include Narcotics Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous, the "Get It Right" program, faith based programs, and other community outreach assistance. Several cognitive life skills programs are also provided.

21.  Do you have medical staff to take care of my spouse/friend/family member?
The Detention Center staff includes a range of qualified medical personnel and care providers available 24 hours a day to address medical needs. Such staff includes registered nurses and physicians.

22.  If I have a complaint about how my spouse/friend/family member is treated, who do I call?
Contact the Detention Center at 928-782-9871. Select the option for the Admitting Supervisor. The Admitting Supervisor will be able to process your complaint. Please ensure your complaint is specific to include dates and times if possible.

 

PATROL

1.  How do I know if I should dial 911 or the regular police non-emergency number?
If the situation is life threatening or there is a crime in progress call 911. If you want to report a crime that has already occurred, report suspicious activity, have a non-emergency situation, or have a question, call (928) 783-4427.

2.  How many deputies does the Yuma County Sheriff's Office have?
The Yuma County Sheriff's office currently has 72 sworn officers.

3.  Why did it take two hours for an officer to come to my house when my house was burglarized?
A patrol officer will respond to your home; however, calls are prioritized according to the seriousness of the situation. Top priority calls include any life threatening call with great possibility of death or serious injury, or any confrontation between people which could threaten the life or safety of any person.  Priority calls include calls involving any crime in progress which might result in a threat to injury of a person, or major loss of property, or immediate apprehension of a suspect. It also includes accidents with injury or other traffic incidents that create a traffic hazard. 

Lower priority calls includes minor in-progress/just occurred calls where there is no threat of personal injury or major loss of property as well as nuisance calls, civil standbys, and any incident which could be categorized as a delayed report where the reporting person is at a public location and calls dispatched involved events where a delay will not prevent a crime from occurring, aid in an immediate apprehension of a suspect or cause a delay in an injured person receiving aid. 

4.  What can we do about speeding on our street?
Contact Wayne Zimmerman at (928) 783-4427 and request a traffic enforcement detail be conducted in your neighborhood. We can also set up a speed trailer in the neighborhood with adequate lead time. This trailer will display vehicle speeds as well as the speed limit for your street. The trailer is a visual warning device.

5.  If I suspect drug activity, a drug house or meth lab in my neighborhood, who do I call?
To report suspected drug activity or meth lab, call the Yuma County Narcotics Task Force at (928) 317-4808 or (888) 317-4808.  You can also submit a tip on the YCSO website with as much information as possible and the information will be forwarded to the Narcotics Task Force. You can remain anonymous.

6.  How can I get information or sign up for the Watch Your Car program?
To sign up for Watch Your Car Program, call the Regional Auto Theft Team Law Enforcement Response (RATTLER) at (928) 726-2588.  You can also register for the program online by clicking on the following link: Watch Your Car Program

7.  How can I get VIN etching on my vehicle?
To get VIN etching, call the Regional Auto Theft Team Law Enforcement Response (RATTLER) at (928) 726-2588.

8.  Where can I get information on concealed weapons permits?
Contact the Arizona Department of Public Safety at (602) 223-2000.

9.  Where do I find out about motor vehicle registration?
Contact the Motor Vehicle Department at (928) 317-2000 or visit their web site at www.dot.state.az.us/MVD/index.asp

10.  I want to start a Neighborhood Watch in my area. Who do I contact for information?
For information about starting a Neighborhood Watch, contact Sgt. Ryland Croutch at (928) 342-1477.

11.  I'd like to engrave my property. Where do I get an engraver?
You can purchase engravers from any of the hardware stores.
 
12.  How do I send a compliment/complaint about an officer?
Immediately bring your complaint to the attention of the department by either requesting a supervisor at the scene of the incident or by calling the Sheriff’s Office non-emergency telephone number at 928-783-4427. A supervisor will be notified of the complaint and you will be contacted as soon as possible to complete a formal written complaint.

During normal business hours, you can come into the Yuma County Sheriff's Office or call 928-783-4427 to file your claim with the on-duty supervisor.  You can also submit a compliment or complaint online about an officer by clicking the following link: Commendation/Complaint Form. Include all details you remember, such as the Deputy's name, the date, time and circumstances of the incident. 

13.  How do I find out about sex offenders living in my neighborhood?
Visit the Arizona Department of Public Safety's Sex Offender Info Center at http://az.gov/webapp/offender/main.do.  There you will able to search by zip code and/or name.

14.  Who do I call to report graffiti?
You can call the Graffiti Hotline at (928) 329-2828. They will make arrangements to paint over the graffiti.

15.  My neighbor's dog is always barking. What can I do? Who can I call?
For animal control related issues, i.e. barking, bites or dogs running loose, contact the Yuma County Humane Society at (928) 782-1621.

16.  Can my dog(s) or cat(s) run loose?
Contact the Yuma County Humane Society at (928) 782-1621 for all animal control related issues.