Navajo County Court Records
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Navajo County occupies a large stretch of northeastern Arizona, with its county seat in Holbrook. The county's judicial system includes the Superior Court of the 8th Judicial District, six Justice Courts spread across the county's precincts, and several municipal courts. The Navajo County Superior Court—presided over by four elected judges and one part-time Family Commissioner—handles felony criminal matters, civil actions, family law disputes, probate proceedings, mental health cases, and juvenile matters. The Clerk of the Court, currently Michael Sample, is the official record keeper for the Superior Court, maintaining filings, minute entries, exhibits, and evidence across all case types.
If you're searching for Arizona court records, the state offers several official resources. The Public Access Case Lookup maintained by the Arizona Judicial Branch provides statewide case information for Superior, Justice, and Municipal Courts. The eAccess portal offers 24/7 access to Superior Court civil and criminal case documents filed on or after July 1, 2010. Clerk offices, public-access terminals at courthouses, and mail-in request forms round out your options. Statewide court resources and self-help information are also available through ArizonaCourts.us.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Navajo County?
There are three main ways to find Navajo County court case information: online searches, in-person visits, and written requests.
Online Searches
The Arizona Judicial Branch runs two complementary platforms:
- Public Access Case Lookup — A free tool for searching case information across all Arizona courts. Filter by county and search by party name, case number, or date. Results show case type, parties, hearing dates, and docket entries, but generally don't include full documents.
- eAccess — Gives you access to actual Superior Court documents in civil and criminal cases. You can preview the first page of any document for free; downloading a complete document costs $10.00, or you can purchase a recurring monthly subscription. Electronically certified documents are available for an additional fee. Note that probate, juvenile, and family court documents are not available through eAccess.
In-Person Access
The Clerk of the Court's main office is at the Navajo County Government Complex. The Superior Court also holds sessions at the Show Low Courts Building, though clerk filing services are available only at the Holbrook location.
| Location | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook (Main Office) | 100 East Code Talkers Dr., Holbrook, AZ 86025 | (928) 524-4188 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Show Low Courts Building | 550 North 9th Place, Show Low, AZ 85901 | (928) 524-4256 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 668, Holbrook, AZ 86025
Fax: (928) 524-4261
Additional phone contacts for branch locations: Show Low (928) 532-6030, Winslow (928) 289-6803, and Heber (928) 535-7103. Juror information is available at (928) 524-4178 or toll-free at (800) 634-2392.
Mail and Email Requests
You can submit a Records Request Form by mail to the Clerk of the Court at the P.O. Box address. For Superior Court records, contact the Clerk at (928) 524-4188 or through the county's online contact form. For general county public records, the designated contact is Amanda Silverhorn, Executive Secretary, at (928) 524-4053. Justice Court records must be requested directly from the specific Justice Court where the case was heard.
Fees for Copies (effective January 2025)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copies, per page | $0.50 |
| Certification of documents | $35.00 |
| Research fee per year/source searched | $35.00 |
| Postage and handling | $8.00 |
| Exemplification (2 seals) | $70.00 |
| Authentication (3 seals) | $105.00 |
You can also pay fines and fees online through the Navajo County Superior Court web payments portal or by phone at (877) 717-4655 (Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Saturday–Sunday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST).
Are Court Records Public in Navajo County?
Arizona's public records framework is established by ARS Title 39. Under A.R.S. §39-121, public records held by any officer are open to inspection by any person during regular office hours. This applies to court records maintained by the Navajo County Clerk of the Court, including civil complaints, criminal dockets, judgments, orders, and motions.
That said, several categories of records are restricted or sealed under Arizona law, court rules, or individual court orders:
- Juvenile records — Delinquency and dependency proceedings involving minors are confidential, accessible only to authorized parties under the Arizona Rules of Procedure for Juvenile Court.
- Adoption and severance records — Sealed by statute; available only through a court order.
- Sealed cases — Any case file sealed by a specific court order is excluded from public inspection.
- Mental health records — Court-ordered treatment or commitment files are confidential.
- Victim information — Identifying details about crime victims may be redacted or restricted.
- Protective order petitions — While orders of protection are public once issued, certain petitioner information (such as home addresses) is kept confidential.
- Records closed by law or rule — Documents containing sensitive or confidential information as defined by Arizona Supreme Court administrative orders or Rules of Court are not publicly accessible through the Clerk's office or online portals.
When you request records, the Clerk's office may ask for identification before granting access to certain sensitive materials. The Navajo County Public Records Request page outlines the general process for submitting requests and identifies the appropriate office for each record type.
Navajo County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Navajo County are heard at two levels. The Superior Court handles all felony prosecutions and hears appeals from limited-jurisdiction courts. The six Justice Courts and municipal courts take on misdemeanor charges, criminal traffic offenses (including DUI), and initial appearances.
Searching Criminal Records
You can locate criminal case data through several channels:
- Public Access Case Lookup — Search by defendant name or case number; filter results to Navajo County.
- eAccess — View and download actual criminal case documents filed in the Superior Court on or after July 1, 2010. Preview the first page free; download full documents for $10.00 each.
- In person at the Clerk of the Court's office in Holbrook during business hours.
- For misdemeanor and traffic cases, contact the appropriate Justice or Municipal Court directly.
Justice Courts
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Holbrook Justice Court (Precinct I) | 121 W. Buffalo St., P.O. Box 366, Holbrook, AZ 86025 | (928) 524-4720 |
| Winslow Justice Court (Precinct II) | 605 E. 3rd St., P.O. Box 808, Winslow, AZ 86047 | (928) 289-6840 |
| Snowflake Justice Court (Precinct III) | 145 S. Main St., Suite D, Snowflake, AZ 85937 | (928) 536-4141 |
| Kayenta Justice Court (Precinct IV) | 1.5 mi. east of Jct. 160 & Hwy 163, P.O. Box 38, Kayenta, AZ 86033 | (928) 697-3522 |
| Show Low Justice Court (Precinct V) | 620 E. McNeil, Show Low, AZ 85901 | (928) 532-6030 |
| Pinetop-Lakeside Justice Court (Precinct VI) | 1630 E. White Mountain Blvd., P.O. Box 2020, Lakeside, AZ 85935 | (928) 368-6200 |
Statewide Criminal History Records
The Navajo County Clerk's office does not perform criminal background checks. If you need a formal criminal history report, you must apply through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). The DPS Central State Repository maintains statewide criminal records. Your options are:
- Online personal record review — Initiate the process through the DPS Public Services Portal.
- Record review by mail — Contact the Criminal History Records Section at (602) 223-2222 to request a Record Review Packet.
The Navajo County Sheriff's Office, located at 137 West Arizona Street, Holbrook, AZ 86025 (Phone: (928) 524-4050), maintains local arrest records, booking reports, and incident reports. Direct requests for these records to the Sheriff's Office during business hours.
Criminal Filing Fees (Superior Court, effective January 2025)
Felony filing costs are set by statute and collected by the Clerk's office. The current fee schedule is available for download from the Navajo County website. Defendants can pay fines and fees online through the court's web payment portal or by phone.
Navajo County Civil Court Records
Civil jurisdiction in Navajo County is divided between the Superior Court and the Justice Courts. The Superior Court handles civil actions of any dollar amount and hears de novo appeals from lower courts. The six Justice Courts take civil disputes involving $10,000 or less, including landlord-tenant cases, small claims, orders of protection, and injunctions against harassment.
Locating Civil Case Records
Civil case records maintained by the Superior Court can be found through:
- Public Access Case Lookup — For docket information.
- eAccess — For downloading civil case documents ($10.00 per document or monthly subscription).
- In-person review or document copies from the Clerk of the Court at the Holbrook office.
- Mailed requests using the Records Request Form.
For Justice Court civil records, contact the specific precinct court listed above.
Civil Filing Fees (Superior Court, effective January 2025)
| Action | Fee |
|---|---|
| Complaint or Petition | $252.00 |
| Answer or Initial Appearance | $148.00 |
| Filing Intervener | $252.00 |
| Foreign Judgment | $252.00 |
| Petition for Name Change | $252.00 |
| Notice of Appeal / Cross Appeal | $118.00 |
| Change of Venue Transmittal Fee | $35.00 |
| Civil Traffic Appeal | $50.00 |
| Emancipation of a Minor | $61.00 |
| Renewal of Judgment | $35.00 |
| Filing transcript of judgment (certified copy included) | $86.00 |
The complete filing fee schedule includes additional categories and statutory references. Court forms for civil matters are available through the statewide e-forms portal and through AzCourtHelp, which provides self-help resources on civil disputes, landlord-tenant issues, and other common legal topics.
Property Records
Deeds, liens, mortgages, and other property-related documents are maintained by the Navajo County Recorder's Office at 100 East Code Talkers Drive, Holbrook, AZ 86025 (Phone: (928) 524-4389). Property tax and assessment information is available through the Navajo County Revenue Commissioner's property search tool and the Property Information Map.
Navajo County Family Court Records
Navajo County does not have a standalone family court. Family law matters—including divorce, legal separation, annulment, paternity, child custody, child support, parenting time, and domestic violence cases—are handled by the Family Division of the Superior Court. Juvenile cases, including delinquency, dependency, adoption, and severance proceedings, also fall within the Superior Court's jurisdiction.
Accessing Family Court Records
Family court docket information can be searched through the Public Access Case Lookup. However, family court documents are not available through eAccess. To get copies of orders, decrees, or other filings, you'll need to contact the Clerk of the Court in Holbrook directly—either in person or by mailing a Records Request Form.
Juvenile case records and adoption files are confidential and sealed. Access is limited to the parties, their attorneys, and others authorized by law or court order.
Domestic Relations Filing Fees (effective January 2025)
| Action | Fee |
|---|---|
| Petition for Dissolution (with children) | $311.00 |
| Petition for Dissolution (without children) | $261.00 |
| Response in Dissolution (with children) | $222.00 |
| Response in Dissolution (without children) | $172.00 |
| Petition for Legal Separation (with children) | $311.00 |
| Petition for Legal Separation (without children) | $261.00 |
| Misc. Domestic Relations (Paternity/Maternity) | $306.00 |
| Response to Misc. Domestic Relations (Paternity/Maternity) | $217.00 |
| Misc. Domestic Relations (LDM/PT/CS/Other) | $241.00 |
| Response to Misc. Domestic Relations (LDM/PT/CS/Other) | $152.00 |
| Domesticate Foreign Decree | $191.00 |
| Post-Decree Petitions | $102.00 |
| Post-Decree Stipulations (each party) | $89.00 |
Certain fees include a mandatory $50.00 Parent Education Fee. Self-represented litigants can find forms and step-by-step guidance through AzCourtHelp, which offers online chat with court staff and law librarians during business hours, as well as live webinars on family law topics. The AZPoint system helps you complete forms for orders of protection and injunctions against harassment.
Marriage Licenses
Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Clerk of the Court in Navajo County. Under the January 2025 fee schedule, the marriage license fee is $98.00. A certified copy of a marriage license or application costs $35.00. Both parties must appear in person at the Clerk's office in Holbrook with valid identification. Arizona does not require a blood test or a waiting period.
Birth and Death Records
Vital records are separate from court records but are frequently needed in family law proceedings. The Navajo County Public Health Services District, Office of Vital Records, issues certified copies of birth and death certificates.
- Birth certificates: $20.00 per copy for any registered Arizona birth. Amendments and paternity corrections cost $30.00 each (includes one certified copy). Application forms are available on the county's Birth Certificates page.
- Death certificates: Available for Arizona deaths registered from February 1, 2008, to present. Fees and application details are on the Death Certificates page.
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook Vital Records | 117 E. Buffalo St., Holbrook, AZ 86025 | (928) 524-4750 | Mon–Thu, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Show Low Vital Records | 600 N. 9th Place, Show Low, AZ 85901 | (928) 532-6050 | By appointment only |
Applications may also be mailed to the Holbrook address. Statewide birth and death certificates are available through the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records.
Navajo County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Navajo County are handled by the Superior Court. The Clerk of the Court receives and maintains filings for formal and informal probate of wills, appointment of personal representatives, guardianships, conservatorships, and estate administration. The court also handles protective orders related to incapacitated persons and transfers of real property by affidavit.
Searching Probate Records
Probate case information appears in the Public Access Case Lookup when you search by the decedent's or petitioner's name. Probate documents are not available through eAccess—copies must be requested from the Clerk of the Court in Holbrook, either in person or by mail using the Records Request Form. Standard copy fees apply ($0.50 per page; $35.00 for certification).
Probate Filing Fees (effective January 2025)
| Action | Fee |
|---|---|
| Petition for Formal Probate or Appointment | $191.00 |
| Application for Informal Probate or Informal Appointment | $191.00 |
| Petition for Supervised Administration | $191.00 |
| Petition to Appoint Guardian | $191.00 |
| Petition to Appoint Conservator or Make Protective Order | $191.00 |
| Single Estate Application (A.R.S. §14-3938) | $191.00 |
| Opposing Petition (if no prior payment) | $112.00 |
| Petition for Transfer of Real Property by Affidavit | $191.00 |
| Post-Judgment Activities in Probate Cases | $102.00 |
| Claim Against the Estate / Demand for Notice | $35.00 |
The full schedule, with statutory references, is published in the January 2025 filing fee document. Forms for probate proceedings can be accessed through the Arizona Self-Service Center and the statewide e-forms library. People who are not represented by an attorney can appear on their own behalf in probate matters, though the complexity of probate law often makes it worth consulting a licensed attorney. You can find general self-help guidance through AzCourtHelp.
Probate records in Navajo County are generally public. Exceptions may apply to guardianship proceedings involving protected persons where the court has ordered certain records sealed to protect sensitive personal or financial information. Accessing sealed probate records requires a specific court order authorizing disclosure.