The Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail is a 2064 bed jail in the city of Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Phone: 602-876-0322
Physical Address:
201 South 4th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate Name and Booking Number
Lower Buckeye Jail
3250 West Lower Buckeye Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85009
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate Name and Booking Number
Lower Buckeye Jail
3250 West Lower Buckeye Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85009
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail , review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 602-876-0322 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases, Warrants and Wanted Fugitives for Maricopa County and every county in Arizona.
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail Inmate Search
The Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail maintains an average of 2064 offenders in custody on any given day. The Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Maricopa County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 260,140 offenders.
The following charts of Maricopa County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Maricopa County Corrections Department, the state of Arizona Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Maricopa County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Maricopa County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years, and a database of most wanted criminals for Maricopa County, neighboring counties and the state of Arizona.
For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Maricopa County and Arizona state prisons, click the button below.
Maricopa County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS
| Race | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,722 | 37.40% |
| Black | 851 | 8.55% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4,375 | 43.96% |
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 197 | 1.98% |
| Asian | 599 | 6.02% |
| Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | 86 | 0.86% |
| Other | 122 | 1.23% |
| Total | 9,952 | 100.0% |
(many inmates have multiple charges)
| Charge | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Felony (3rd Degree) | 4,619 | 46.41% |
| Felony (2rd Degree) | 3,070 | 30.85% |
| Felony (1st Degree) | 2,496 | 25.08% |
| State Jail Felony | 2,914 | 29.28% |
| Felony (Uncategorized) | 3,677 | 36.95% |
| Misdemeanor (Class A) | 3,220 | 32.36% |
| Misdemeanor (Class C) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Holds | 52 | 0.52% |
| Uncategorized | 91 | 0.91% |
| Sex | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 8,886 | 89.29% |
| Female | 1,066 | 10.71% |
| Total | 9,952 | 100.0% |
| Age | Inmates | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 105 | 1.06% |
| 18-20 | 537 | 5.40% |
| 21-24 | 977 | 9.82% |
| 25-30 | 1,856 | 18.65% |
| 31-35 | 1,678 | 16.86% |
| 36-40 | 1,599 | 16.07% |
| 41-45 | 981 | 9.86% |
| 46-50 | 865 | 8.69% |
| 51-55 | 401 | 4.03% |
| 56-60 | 581 | 5.84% |
| 61-65 | 190 | 1.91% |
| 66-75 | 146 | 1.47% |
| 76-85 | 36 | 0.36% |
| Total | 9,952 | 100.0% |
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail is one of the most secure and technologically advanced facilities in Arizona, if not the nation. It's size is 577,883 square feet, and it has 1,152 cells and 2,064 beds, with 288 cells designated specifically for high-security inmates.
This jail has a central intake section on the first floor with initial appearance courts, a visitation area, a classification section, pretrial services and separate housing for veterans. It also has an integrated high security system, security electronics, low voltage equipment and pneumatic locking systems.
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail is responsible for the care and custody of thousands of inmates and is located at 201 S. 4th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85003. The contact number for the jail is (602) 876-0322, which can be used to get in touch with the jail or ask general questions such as bond amount, charges, visitation, inmate book accounts and phone services.
Visitation hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and visitors must have a GTL account and fill out a white form with the inmate's full name, date of birth and booking number. Visitors must not have been convicted of any felonies or spent time at a Maricopa County jail within the last 12 months.
Remote video visits can be conducted over the internet through the use of a visitor’s home computer and a video kiosk located in the inmate housing units. On-site visits are done through the use of a visitor video kiosk located at either the Lower Buckeye Jail or 4th Avenue Jail.
Money may be placed on an inmate’s “money account” by mailing a Cashiers Check (official check), U.S. Postal or Western Union money order with the inmate's name and booking number to the jail. After visitation hours, money may be deposited at the Bonds and Fines public window located at the 4th Avenue Jail.
For immediate help buying a bond with a credit card, bank deposit, wired funds or using collateral call (602) 258-4488. If you have any questions or need proper legal representation for an inmate call (602) 307-0808.
Inmates must release all booked-in personal property, except for their clothing, when requesting a property release, and the Sheriff's Office does not accept any U.S. currency or checks.
Conditions in the jail are tough both mentally and physically, with inmates left alone in SMU (Segregated Management Unit) cells, which were designed to remove them from human contact. Inadequate medical care and mental health services have been reported for years, with a federal judge holding that the defendants failed to comply with a former judgment or the constitution in providing adequate mental help and medical provision. Therefore, Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail allows checks by the local news stations by letting them to tour the medical area, booking area and ICE station. Bond payments and fines are processed at the jail.
If an inmate wishes to get married while in custody at Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail they must contact the jail commander at least 60 days in advance of the planned marriage date.
These are helpful links to the Maricopa County Jails.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ? What is the Schedule?
How it Works with GettingOut
1. Register an account.
2. Select Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.
4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.
GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.
Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.
To visit an inmate in Maricopa County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:
Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Maricopa County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut.
There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail :
1. Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.
To remotely visit an inmate in Maricopa County follow these steps:
1. Start by confirming that Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail 's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Maricopa County here.
2. The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail , and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.
Other Maricopa County Services provided by GettingOut:
- Phone Calls & Voicemail
- Email, Photo & Video Sharing
- Inmate Tablet Rental
- Deposits
Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions
* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Maricopa County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail Phone: 602-876-0322
Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ?
How it Works with GettingOut
1. Register an account.
2. Select Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.
4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.
GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.
Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.
How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ?
How to Make a Deposit for Phone, Email or Visitation using GettingOut.com
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail uses GettingOut for some or all of its communication services with an inmate.
If you want to deposit money using this company for your use or your inmate's account, there are four ways to do it:
For all the information you need to know, including tips, guidelines and warnings about depositing money in a Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail inmate's account for communication services, check out our Send Money page.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail , and what can I send them?
How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1. Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1. Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
To mail or email an inmate in Maricopa County follow these steps:
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:
Emailing Messages & Photos
Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail ,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.
All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Maricopa County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
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Do Inmates in the Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail , such as:
- Free services are already available for use on the device at Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail .
- Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
- Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What Does a Tablet Cost?
To estimate costs for phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page) or call 866-516-0115 for assistance.
To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL
2. Purchase the services you want for your Maricopa County 4th Avenue Jail inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Maricopa County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Maricopa County?
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