Pima County Traffic Ticket Records

Pima County is the second largest county in Arizona by population. The county operates a Consolidated Justice Court that handles all traffic tickets from unincorporated areas and state highways. Tucson Police Department citations go to Tucson City Court instead. If you got a ticket from a county deputy or state trooper in Pima County, your case is at the Consolidated Justice Court in downtown Tucson. This guide shows you how to search for your case, pay fines, and understand your options for resolving traffic tickets in Pima County.

Pima County Consolidated Justice Court

The Pima County Consolidated Justice Court handles all justice court matters for the county. This includes civil traffic tickets, criminal traffic cases, small claims, and other matters under justice court jurisdiction. The court is located at 240 N. Stone Avenue in Tucson. You can reach them by phone at 520-724-3171.

Civil traffic citations from any law enforcement agency in the county may be filed at this court. Your first court date is called an arraignment. At this appearance, you meet with a window clerk who explains your options. You do not see the judge at arraignment unless you have a criminal charge. The clerk can tell you about paying the fine, setting up a payment plan, or requesting a hearing to contest the ticket.

If you are under 18, special rules apply. Juveniles must appear before a hearing officer with a parent or legal guardian. This appearance is required before any plea is entered. Both the juvenile and the adult must bring photo ID to the hearing.

Search Pima County Traffic Records

Pima County has its own online case search system. You can look up traffic tickets at the Pima County Justice Court case search portal. This system is separate from the statewide Public Access database. Enter a name or case number to find records.

The search results show your case status, charges, and upcoming court dates. You can see if you have any fines due and the total amount owed. The system updates regularly, but new tickets may take a few days to appear after the officer files them with the court. If you cannot find your case online, call the court directly at 520-724-3171.

Note: Tucson City Court handles tickets from Tucson Police. Those cases will not appear in the Pima County Justice Court search.

Paying Pima County Traffic Tickets

You can pay traffic fines online through the Pima County Justice Court WebPay portal. The system accepts credit and debit cards. A convenience fee applies to online payments. You need your case number or citation number to find your balance.

Paying your ticket online means you accept responsibility for the violation. You waive your right to a hearing. Points will be added to your driving record. If you want to contest the ticket or attend defensive driving school, do not pay online. Contact the court first to discuss your options. Once you pay, you cannot undo that choice.

Payment plans are available for people who cannot pay the full fine at once. To set up a plan, you can visit the court in person or call to make arrangements. The court will review your financial situation and set up a monthly payment schedule. If you miss payments, the court may suspend your license and add fees to your balance.

You can also pay in person at the court. The Consolidated Justice Court is at 240 N. Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701. They accept cash, checks, money orders, and credit cards at the counter. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

License Suspension in Pima County

If you ignore a traffic ticket, the court will report you to MVD. This leads to license suspension. Your license stays suspended until you pay the fines and fees in full or start a payment plan with the court.

To lift a suspension, you have two options. First, you can pay everything you owe in full. Second, you can set up a payment plan and make your first payment. Either option tells the court to notify MVD to release your license. You must also follow up with MVD directly to make sure your license is reinstated. The court clears its records, but MVD handles the actual reinstatement on their end.

Note: There may be additional fees at MVD to reinstate your license after a suspension.

Pima County Traffic Court Forms

The Pima County Justice Court offers several online forms for traffic cases. These make it easier to handle your case without going to the courthouse.

You can request court records through the online records request form. This lets you get copies of case documents mailed to you or available for pickup. There is a fee for copies based on the number of pages.

If you need to request a hearing date, use the traffic hearing request form. This form lets you ask for a date to appear before a judge to contest your ticket. You can also use the civil traffic motion form to file other requests with the court.

These online tools save time compared to mailing paper forms or visiting in person. The court processes online requests during regular business hours.

Pima County Sheriff Traffic Records

The Pima County Sheriff's Office keeps records of traffic stops and accidents handled by deputies. If you need a copy of an accident report or other sheriff records, contact the Records Division.

The Records Division is at 1650 E. Benson Hwy, Suite C, Tucson, AZ 85714-1758. You can reach them by phone at 520-351-4650. Accident reports cost $5 each. You can request them in person or by mail. Include the date and location of the accident, plus names of people involved if you have that info.

Note: Court records and sheriff records are separate. The court has your ticket and case info. The sheriff has the underlying report from the traffic stop.

Cities in Pima County

Tucson is the largest city in Pima County. Tickets from Tucson Police go to Tucson City Court, not the County Justice Court.

Nearby Arizona Counties

If your traffic stop was near a county line, your ticket may have been filed in a neighboring county. Check the court name on your citation.