Mohave County Court Records Search
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Mohave County spans the northwestern corner of Arizona and encompasses three major population centers — Kingman (the county seat), Bullhead City, and Lake Havasu City. The county’s trial court system includes the Superior Court, four Justice Courts, and three Municipal Courts, all operating under the supervision of the Arizona Supreme Court. The Superior Court handles felony criminal matters, civil lawsuits exceeding Justice Court thresholds, family law proceedings, probate, and juvenile cases. Justice Courts adjudicate misdemeanors, civil disputes up to $10,000, small claims up to $3,500, traffic infractions, and eviction actions. Municipal Courts handle city ordinance violations and certain traffic offenses within incorporated areas.
Arizona residents and members of the public can search for Mohave County court records through several channels. The statewide Public Access to Court Case Information portal, maintained by the Arizona Judicial Branch at ArizonaCourts.us, allows free lookups by party name, case number, or date of birth. The eAccess portal provides 24/7 online access to Superior Court civil and criminal case documents filed on or after July 1, 2010. Records can also be obtained by visiting any Clerk of Superior Court office, calling or faxing the Clerk’s research department, or submitting a written request by mail or email. The Mohave County Courts website at mohavecourts.com publishes court calendars, active warrant searches, filing fee schedules, and downloadable form kits for self-represented litigants.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Mohave County?
There are four primary methods for locating Mohave County court records, ranging from free online searches to formal copy requests.
1. Online — Public Access Portal
The Arizona Judicial Branch maintains a public case lookup tool covering all Superior Courts statewide. To search Mohave County cases, select the Mohave County Superior Court location from the drop-down menu and enter the party’s last and first name or the case number. Results display docket entries, hearing dates, and case status at no charge.
2. Online — eAccess Portal
The eAccess system hosts civil and criminal case records from July 1, 2010, onward. Searches are free, and viewing the first page of any document costs nothing. Downloading a full document costs $10, and electronically certified copies are $40 per document. Registration is required to purchase documents.
3. In Person
Walk-in visitors may review case files at any of the three Clerk of Superior Court offices during business hours. Public access terminals are available for searching case information.
| Office | Address | Phone | Business Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingman | 415 E. Spring Street, P.O. Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402 | (928) 753-0713 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Bullhead City | 2225 Trane Road, Bullhead City, AZ 86442 | (928) 758-0730 | Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Lake Havasu City | 2001 College Drive, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 | (928) 453-0701 | Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
4. By Mail, Fax, or Email
Complete the Records Request Form and submit it using one of the following methods:
- Mail: Clerk of Superior Court, Attn: Research Clerk, P.O. Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402-7000. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment by check or money order payable to “Clerk of Superior Court”.
- Fax: (928) 718-4930, Attn: Research Clerk. A research clerk will call within three business days to collect credit card payment.
- Email: clerkofcourt@mohavecourts.com with the completed form attached.
- Phone: (928) 753-0713, ext. 4089, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Allow 5–7 business days for mailed or faxed requests to be processed and delivered.
Are Court Records Public in Mohave County?
Court records in Mohave County are presumed open to public inspection under the Arizona Public Records Law (A.R.S. Title 39). This statute grants any person the right to examine or copy public records during regular office hours. Arizona Supreme Court Rule 123 provides the specific framework governing access to judicial records, establishing both the right of access and its limitations.
The following categories of records are restricted or sealed from public view under state law and court rules:
- Juvenile delinquency and dependency proceedings
- Adoption records
- Mental health and civil commitment files
- Grand jury materials
- Records sealed by court order
- Protective orders containing address information
- Documents containing trade secrets or privileged communications
- Ongoing criminal investigation records
- Victim-identifying information in certain criminal cases
When records are provided to the public, the Clerk’s Office redacts confidential information such as Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial account details, and home addresses of protected persons. Exhibits and transcripts are generally available for viewing at the Clerk’s Office, but sealed exhibits, sealed files, and grand jury materials require a court order to access.
Key copy and certification fees set by the Mohave County fee schedule include:
- Copies (digital or paper): $0.50 per page
- Certification per document: $35.00 (Superior Court) / $33.00 (Justice Court)
- Research/locating a document: $35.00
- Postage and handling: $8.00
- Court forms and packets (printed): $0.15 per page (available free online)
Mohave County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Mohave County are divided by severity. The Superior Court has jurisdiction over all felony offenses, while the four Justice Courts handle misdemeanors and criminal traffic violations. Municipal Courts in Bullhead City, Kingman, and Lake Havasu City process city ordinance violations and certain traffic offenses.
Online Criminal Case Searches
Both the Public Access portal and the eAccess portal include criminal case records. The active warrants search on the Mohave County Courts website lists outstanding warrants for public review, though confidential case warrants may not appear. The Arizona Department of Public Safety also maintains a statewide warrant search tool searchable by name and date of birth.
Arrest and Incident Reports
The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office is the custodian of arrest records, incident reports, and booking information for unincorporated areas and contract cities. To obtain a copy of a report, complete the Request for Reports form and submit it to:
Mohave County Sheriff’s Office
Address: 600 West Beale Street, P.O. Box 1191, Kingman, AZ 86402
Each report costs $5.00, payable by check. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope if requesting by mail.
Criminal Filing Fees (Superior Court)
Criminal appeals from limited jurisdiction courts carry no filing fee at the Superior Court level, though a $66.00 record duplication fee applies in the Justice Court. Specific criminal-related fees include:
- Petition to seal court file: $35.00
- Bail bondsman new application: $170.00
- Bail bondsman renewal: $135.00
- Petition for emancipation: $161.00
Criminal forms and form kits for adult and juvenile matters are available on the Mohave County Courts forms page.
Mohave County Civil Court Records
Civil jurisdiction in Mohave County is split between the Superior Court and the Justice Courts. The Superior Court hears civil claims with no dollar-amount cap, including contract disputes, personal injury lawsuits, real estate litigation, and injunctions. Justice Courts handle civil actions up to $10,000, eviction proceedings, and small claims disputes not exceeding $3,500.
Searching Civil Records
Civil case records are searchable through the Public Access portal or the eAccess portal. In-person searches are available at all three Clerk of Superior Court offices. For Justice Court civil records, contact the relevant Justice Court directly.
Civil Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Superior Court | Justice Court |
|---|---|---|
| Complaint or Petition (A.R.S. 12-284A) | $352.00 | $106.00 |
| Defendant Answer / Initial Appearance | $248.00 | $67.00 |
| Eviction Action | $352.00 | $51.00 |
| Small Claims Complaint | — | $40.00 |
| Small Claims Defendant Answer | — | $28.00 |
| Civil Appeal (from limited jurisdiction court) | $337.00 | $66.00 |
| Change of Venue (to this county) | $352.00 | — |
| Transcript of Judgment | $50.00 | — |
| Petition for Name Change | $352.00 | — |
| Foreign Judgment | $352.00 | — |
A full downloadable fee schedule is available as a PDF from the Mohave County Courts website. Civil lawsuits and small claims forms can be downloaded from the court’s Civil Lawsuits & Small Claims form kits page.
Electronic Filing
Attorneys and self-represented litigants may file civil documents electronically through the eFileAZ system. E-filing is available for initiating and subsequent filings in civil cases.
Property Records
For property-related matters, the Mohave County Assessor’s search tool allows lookups by parcel number, owner name, or property address. The Mohave County Recorder’s self-service portal provides public access to recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements from 1988 to the present.
Mohave County Family Court Records
The Family Division of the Mohave County Superior Court exercises broad jurisdiction over domestic relations matters, including dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, annulment, child custody (legal decision-making), child support, paternity, domestic violence protective orders, adoption, and emancipation of minors. The Family Court Services page provides information on each of these case types.
Searching Family Court Records
Family court case records, including divorce decrees, are accessible through the Public Access portal and eAccess portal using party name or case number. Certified copies of divorce decrees and other family court orders can be obtained through the Records Request Form process described above.
Domestic Relations Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Petition for Dissolution — without children | $361.00 |
| Petition for Dissolution — with children | $411.00 |
| Response/Initial Appearance — without children | $272.00 |
| Response/Initial Appearance — with children | $322.00 |
| Summary Consent Dissolution — without children | $416.50 |
| Summary Consent Dissolution — with children | $516.50 |
| Petition for Legal Decision Making (Custody) | $341.00 |
| Petition for Paternity | $356.00 |
| Order of Protection | No fee |
| Petition for Injunction Against Harassment | No fee |
Forms for families and children, including custody, support, and protective order packets, are available on the court’s Families & Children forms page.
Adoption Records
There is no filing fee for adoption petitions in Mohave County, whether contested or uncontested. Adoption records are among the categories of court records that are confidential and closed to public inspection under Arizona law.
Marriage Records
The Clerk of Superior Court issues marriage licenses at all three office locations. Both applicants must appear in person with valid government-issued photo identification. The marriage license fee is $98.00 (in person: cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card). Applicants may also apply by mail using the Marriage License by Mail application, which requires a notarized affidavit and $98.00 plus $8.00 for postage and handling. Mail processing may take up to six weeks. Licenses are valid for one year from the date of issuance.
Certified copies of marriage licenses (marriage abstracts) cost $35.00 plus $8.00 for postage and handling. Requests should be directed to the Clerk of Superior Court, Attn: Marriage License Department, P.O. Box 7000, Kingman, AZ 86402. Additional marriage forms, including covenant marriage and minor marriage consent forms, are posted on the Marriage Forms & Kits page.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death certificates are not court records; they are maintained by the Mohave County Department of Public Health, Vital Records Office. Arizona classifies vital records as confidential under A.R.S. 36-324, and only eligible individuals — such as the person named, immediate family members, legal guardians, or persons with documented legal interest — may obtain certified copies. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
To request a birth certificate, complete the birth certificate application. For a death certificate, use the death certificate application. Applications may be submitted by mail or through drop boxes in Kingman (700 W. Beale Street), Bullhead City (1222 Hancock Road), and Lake Havasu City (2001 College Drive). The fee is $20.00 per certified copy for both birth and death records. Amendments cost $30.00 and include one revised certified copy. Non-certified copies are $5.00. Accepted payment methods include debit/credit card, money order, cashier’s check, or exact cash; personal checks are not accepted.
Mail requests should be sent to:
Mohave County Public Health
Attn: Vital Records
P.O. Box 7000
Kingman, AZ 86402-7000
Processing typically takes up to two weeks. Same-day issuance is not available.
Mohave County Probate Court Records
Mohave County does not have a standalone Probate Court. The Superior Court’s Probate Division handles all matters related to the administration of decedents’ estates, interpretation and enforcement of wills, appointment of personal representatives, and distribution of assets. The Probate services page on the Mohave County Courts website explains the process for informal and formal probate proceedings.
Guardianship and Conservatorship
The Superior Court also has jurisdiction over guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. A guardian may be appointed for an incapacitated adult or a minor child when a parent is unable to act. A conservator manages the financial affairs and property of a protected person. Arizona law (A.R.S. 14-5651) requires non-licensed fiduciaries to complete mandatory training videos before letters of appointment are issued. Certificates of completion must be filed with the Clerk of Superior Court along with the guardianship or conservatorship paperwork. Downloadable forms for both types of proceedings are on the Guardianship/Conservatorship form kits page.
Probate Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Application for Informal Probate | $371.00 |
| Petition for Formal Appointment | $371.00 |
| Petition for Supervised Administration | $371.00 |
| Petition to Appoint Guardian/Conservator | $371.00 |
| Single Estate Application or Petition | $371.00 |
| Opposing Petition (contested) | $282.00 |
| Proof of Authority (includes $35 certification) | $406.00 |
| Transfer of Real Property (includes $35 certification) | $406.00 |
| Post-Judgment Activities | $282.00 |
| Claim Against Estate | $35.00 |
| Demand for Notice / Filing Not Otherwise Specified | $35.00 |
Searching Probate Records
Probate case information can be located through the Public Access portal and the eAccess portal. Certified or uncertified copies may be requested using the same Records Request Form and methods outlined above for all Superior Court records. Probate documents may also be filed electronically through eFileAZ for subsequent (non-initiating) filings. For legal guidance, the Mohave County Courts website recommends contacting Community Legal Services at (928) 681-1177 or (800) 255-9031, as the Clerk’s Office cannot provide legal advice.