FOIA Request to Pinal County Sheriff’s Office regarding 2023 County Arrest Records on September 24, 2025.
The Grand Canyon Times has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office in Arizona. The request seeks access to all arrest records from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The requested data points include the arrestee’s name, sex, race, age, date of birth, and citizenship status. Additionally, the request asks for booking IDs, dates of arrest, booking photos, names of arresting officers, types of crimes committed, locations of crimes, and dates of crimes.
The Grand Canyon Times is seeking this information under the Arizona Public Records Law § 39.101 et seq., with a preference for receiving the records in electronic format. As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, the Grand Canyon Times emphasizes that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
The requester also highlights their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
